To determine what services make the most sense for you, our Intake Worker or Settlement Counsellor will help you by evaluating with you your specific needs and priorities.
You will probably be experiencing a bit of “culture shock” when you arrive in Canada. We will help by explaining some of the cultural differences and useful facts about Kamloops and the surrounding communities. You will learn about health care, education, and more to ensure a smooth transition. This can be done individually and in group settings.
The En Route program is KIS one-on-one enhanced client support service if you face multiple barriers in your settlement pathway or if you are experiencing a crisis. Our program Navigator will provide you the support needed and set goals with you.
Activities and community resources will be identified to lift those barriers and optimize your well-being including Crisis Intervention Counselling.
SWIS assisting Permanent Resident and Refugee families with:
KIS offers one-on-one employment counselling and workshops to help you get a job and guide you to start your own business. The employment specialist will help you define your skills, qualifications, experiences and identify your career goals. We will help you access reliable information regarding labour market trends, job search skills and help you find work in your field of expertise.
KIS offers English Instruction from literacy level to level 8. This program is suited for all levels of literacy, age groups, genders and backgrounds. Our classes will help you meet individual language and literacy goals so you can effectively communicate and engage in everyday life in your community, at work or school as quickly as possible.
KIS Community Connections program provides free activities to increase your social connections and gain awareness of Canadian heritage, culture and life in Canada.
By participating in Community Connections programs you will build your leadership skills, practice your English, engage across cultures and make a positive change in your community.
We offer free programs and activities that help you access community resources, share interactive and educational experiences and build cross cultural connections.
For a list of our events, please refer to our monthly calendar which includes weekly, monthly and seasonal activities. Community Connections are welcoming, easily accessible and family friendly for everyone!
KAMLOOPS IMMIGRANT SERVICES, 448 TRANQUILE ROAD KAMLOOPS, BC V2B 3H2
Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Kamloops Immigrant Services does not offer immigration consulting services. For inquiries on how to immigrate to Canada or obtain work/study/visitor visa: Please visit www.iccrc-crcic.ca to find a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant in your area.
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