Immigration and settlement support
Support for refugees and their sponsors. Provides mentorship, community integration assistance, practical help with settlement, and connections to local resources. Call to learn about programs and...
French-speaking and living in the Okanagan? This cultural centre offers programs, services, and a way to connect with other Francophone residents in the area.
Free help for newcomers to Canada — language support, job search assistance, and connections to community resources. When you call, press ext. 1.
Free employment help including job readiness, skills training, newcomer job support, youth employment, and support for people with diverse abilities. Part of KCR Community Resources.
Free settlement support if you're new to Canada — help navigating healthcare, getting enrolled in MSP, language support, and referrals to other services you might need.
6-month program for immigrants, refugees, and newcomers in the Thompson-Okanagan region. Includes 8 weeks of certificate training at Okanagan College plus a 3-month work placement with wage...
Free or low-cost adult upgrading including GED prep, high school completion, and English language learning. Flexible scheduling and support services to help you improve your education and job...
Free one-to-one tutoring in reading, writing, math, and digital literacy for adults. Services include digital literacy for seniors and family literacy programs. Newcomer-friendly — no referral...
Team-based family clinic for people who identify as Indigenous, newcomers to Canada, or those needing women's health care and don't have a regular doctor. Includes social work and exercise...
Francophone pathway support to help French-speaking employers and candidates through the FCIP recommendation process. French is required. Main line is Vancouver-based; contact to confirm local...
Service BC guides you through Government of British Columbia programs and services. Call toll-free for information about BC government programs, benefits, and services. Available in over 220...
Free settlement help for newcomers including English Conversation Clubs, Connect2Work job support (ages 15-30), and citizenship test prep. Also known as "YMCA Connects" — a general employment...
Immigrant Services Society of BC helps newcomers settle, learn English, and find work. ISSofBC lists its offices at issbc.org/locations — there is no Kelowna location on that list as of our source...
Covers basic health care, dental, vision, and medication for refugees and protected persons in Canada. Most eligible people are covered automatically — you only need to apply if you lack...
Basic health coverage for all BC residents. Covers doctor visits, lab tests, and diagnostic procedures. To qualify, you must live in BC, be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and be in BC...
Free, confidential helpline for anyone in BC who has experienced or witnessed racism. Available in over 240 languages. Call and let them know if you need an interpreter.
Free virtual support for newcomers to BC, including help settling in, career coaching, and interview prep workshops. Good option if you cannot get to an office in person. Phone listed is a...
Free online job board for newcomers to BC (permanent residents and pre-approved immigrants). Create a profile with your skills and experience so employers can find and contact you directly. Run by...
Mental health resources in multiple languages, with referrals and culturally appropriate supports for immigrants and refugees.
Free mental health support and information for refugees and newcomers. Culturally appropriate support, referrals, and resources in multiple languages.
HelpKelowna
Community resources for Kelowna & West Kelowna