Inclusion
Newcomer Information
Richmond is one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse cities in Canada. There are over 150 ethnic origins represented and 100 languages spoken in Richmond. Richmond's diversity contributes significantly to community vibrancy and enrichment, which makes it a great place to live, learn, work and play.
If you are new to Richmond or planning your move, get started here.
Free Resources for new arrivals to RichmondNewcomer's Guide to Richmond
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This guide has information to help newcomers learn more about their new community and the services available to help them settle into life in Richmond. Newcomer's Guide to Richmond - English Newcomer's Guide to Richmond - Simplified Chinese Newcomer's Guide to Richmond - Traditional Chinese |
These settlement organizations offer a variety of support services for immigrants and refugees by helping them get settled and learn all they need to know about starting their new lives in Canada. For information on specific services that these settlement organizations provide, please click on the link of each organization below.
Chimo Community Services
Chimo Community Services website
Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISS of BC)
ISS of BC website
MOSAIC
Mosaic website
Richmond Multicultural Community Services (RMCS)
RMCS website
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Settlement Services
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. website
Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS)
Richmond School District - SWIS
SWIS assists newcomer students and their families to access community resources and provides help navigating the Richmond public school system (School District 38). Settlement support is currently provided in English, French, Arabic, Cantonese, Mandarin, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish and Tagalog. Newcomers need to contact their child's school for details.
English Language Learning
One of the most challenging aspects of moving to a new country is learning a new language. Free English classes are provided by several organizations. For more information, please visit their respective websites.
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
The LINC program provides basic and intermediate level English training for adult newcomers to Canada. These free English classes will improve learners' English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, while providing them with information on their local community. Learners must be a permanent resident and 17 years or older.
Immigrant Services Society of B.C.
ISS of BC - LINC classes
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. - LINC classes
Richmond School District
Richmond School District - LINC classes
Conversational Classes
Conversational classes allow newcomers to practice communicating in English and make new friends in an informal environment.
Chimo Community Services
Chimo Community Services website
English Corner
English Corner website
Richmond Multicultural Community Services
RMCS - English conversation class
Richmond Public Library (RPL)