“Diversity is our strength.”

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We are deeply saddened by the tragic shooting at Centre Culturel Islamique de Québec. Our condolences to everyone affected by this act of violence. We also echo Prime Minister Trudeau’s words, “Diversity is our strength.” #WelcomeToCanada To all of our Muslim Canadians friends, neighbours, and colleagues: we stand with you.

We’re looking to raise $15,000 by the end of this year!

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PIRS kicked off “Giving Tuesday” with a video and fundraising campaign. Community-based programming with childcare for immigrant and refugee women continues to be a pressing need today. We’re looking to raise $15,000 so we can continue to empower immigrant and refugee women and children in the Lower Mainland. In 2016, PIRS was there to serve … Read more

Exciting New Opportunities

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PIRS has some exciting new programs coming up in the fall. If you enjoy working with immigrants, refugees and children, check out our postings

PIRS receives Award

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Congratulations to PIRS staff, board and volunteers for being recognized for great work in in diversity & inclusion. Pictured with Mayor Robertson are Jan Finseth-Littler, Mariam Bouchoutrouch, Gyda Chud, Amea Wilbur & Rasha Moursy (L-R)

Join our Board

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PIRS is looking for Board members  Contact Mariam Bouchoutrouch for more information: 604-298-5888 or ed@pirs.bc.ca Do you have an inquisitive mind and a love of learning? think critically and are comfortable working at a strategic level? bring experience with and enjoy collaboration and being part of a team? have strong written and verbal communication skills, comfortable … Read more

Thank you!

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We thank Donna Bowler at successintesl for the wonderful donation of workbooks.

Calling all Runners and Walkers

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On Sunday, June 26, PIRS staff and volunteers will participate in the 2016 Scotiabank Charity Challenge. This is an opportunity to have fun while getting some exercise. If you are interested in walking or runnning the 5k or Half-marathon or would like to donate to support our runners, follow the link to our running page. When registering, you may use the Charity Discount Code 16PIRS. For more details about the run and various maps, please visit http://www.canadarunningseries.com/svhm/svhmDET.htm.

12 days left

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12 days left to contribute to our Refugee Response Campaign. Check out this update on our fundraising for refugees. We are hiring a for number of temporary positions to work with refugees. See the open postings on our Job Opportunities page.