Breaking digital barriers
A blog by Mehreen Saleen, Instructional Coordinator With communities going online with their services and activities, digital literacy has become even more important than ever before. Lack of digital literacy … Read more
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Redefining the roles that newcomer women play in our communities
The Immigrant Women’s Advisory Committee (IWAC) is the heart and soul of Learning Journeys: Pathways for and with Immigrant Women, a 2-year service delivery improvement project funded by IRCC. Grounded … Read more
Focusing on what matters during the pandemic
You’ll notice that PIRS programs look a little different this fall. For one, we’re doing most of our work remotely. All of our leadership and language classes are being delivered … Read more
My mind was set: no pain, no gain!
The immigration experience can shake self-confidence. Building Bridges helps immigrant and refugee women discover themselves. In a safe and inclusive environment, women work in a group setting through collaboration, discovery, … Read more
Learning Fair on July 28
The Learning Fair is a multi-stakeholder space to hear from immigrant women and service providers about the difficulties immigrant women face in their settlement journeys towards economic participation and to … Read more
PIRS receives award for breaking barriers
A blog by Mariam Bouchoutrouch, PIRS Executive Director Pacific Immigrant Resources Society recently received the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Award in the category of Breaking Barriers. And in typical fashion, I … Read more
Fresh veggies for newcomer families
Since 1975, Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS) has been helping immigrant and refugee women integrate and grow into Canadian society. We are a caring community dedicated to creating programs that … Read more
Needs assessment results
From April to May 2020, PIRS conducted a needs assessment survey. Our staff reached out to 350 participants by phone and online. Here is what they told us… To help … Read more
Great Canadian Giving Challenge
This June, your donation can go so much further! Because the more you give, the more chances PIRS has to receive an additional $20,000 through the Great Canadian Giving Challenge: … Read more
PIRS featured in Childhood Education Innovation
At a time when everyone is concerned about childcare and possible shortages as people start going back to work, PIRS’ Mobile Childcare and Training Program has been featured in the … Read more