Options Community Services
10362 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 2W5
- Settlement services
- Refugee support
- Housing assistance
- Family programs
- Counselling
- +4 more
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Newcomer Resource Hub
Starting fresh in Surrey?
You belong here. We can help.
A curated guide to settlement services, language programs, employment support, and community connections for newcomers, refugees, and families across the Lower Mainland.
Key pathways
Three places to start your journey
Every newcomer's path is different. Choose the area that matters most to you right now — each card links directly to relevant services.
Refugee & Family Support
Settlement orientation, housing assistance, family programs, and trauma-informed counselling for refugees and protected persons.
7 servicesFind refugee services
Employment & Career Pathways
Job readiness training, employment counselling, career mentoring, and skills development to help newcomers enter the workforce.
8 servicesFind employment services
Language & Education Programs
LINC classes, English conversation circles, digital literacy, citizenship preparation, and francophone newcomer support.
6 servicesFind language programs
First steps
What to do in your first 30 days
Arriving in a new country can feel overwhelming. These four steps are a simple roadmap most newcomers follow — and GSOS can walk with you through each one.
Need a warm introduction to any of these services? Our team can book appointments, arrange interpreters, and accompany you to your first visit.
Request GSOS support1
Get your documents in order
Gather your PR card, work permit, study permit, or IMM forms. Most settlement agencies need these for intake. If documents are missing, they can guide you on next steps.
2
Connect with a settlement worker
Book an intake with ISSofBC, Options Community Services, or DIVERSEcity. A settlement worker can map out your personalized action plan and refer you to housing, employment, and health services.
3
Enrol in language classes
LINC and conversation circles fill up fast. Register early through ISSofBC, S.U.C.C.E.S.S., or Surrey Libraries. Strong language skills open doors to better jobs and deeper community connection.
4
Explore employment and community programs
Visit MOSAIC, PICS, or S.U.C.C.E.S.S. for job counselling, skills training, and mentorship. Join community gatherings through DIVERSEcity or Umoja to build your network and sense of belonging.
All services
Newcomer & Settlement Services
11 trusted organizations in Surrey, White Rock, and the Lower Mainland. Click any card for contact details, hours, and referral steps.
ISSofBC — Immigrant Services Society of BC
10334 152A Street, Unit 301, Surrey, BC V3R 7P8
- Settlement orientation
- Refugee settlement
- Employment services
- English language classes (LINC)
- Housing assistance
- +2 more
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
15117 101 Avenue, Unit 100, Surrey, BC V3R 7Z1
- Settlement assistance
- Employment programs
- English conversation groups
- Career mentoring
- Family support
- +2 more
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
13455 76 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 2W3
- Newcomer settlement
- Refugee claimant support
- Housing support
- Employment counselling
- Language training
- +4 more
MOSAIC Surrey Newcomers' Centre and Migrant Worker's Hub
Suite 200, 7134 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3W 5A3
- Settlement services
- Refugee support
- Employment programs
- Community connections
- Mental health support
- +3 more
PICS Society
12725 80 Avenue, Suite 205, Surrey, BC V3W 3A6
- Settlement services
- Employment services
- Seniors programs
- Affordable housing support
- Community health programs
- +1 more
Sources Community Resource Centres
882 Maple Street, White Rock, BC V4B 4M2
- Newcomer support
- Family services
- Housing assistance
- Food security programs
- Mental health services
- +2 more
Umoja Operation Compassion Society
14888 104 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3R 1M4
- African newcomer support
- Settlement services
- Youth mentorship
- Employment readiness
- Community integration
- +1 more
Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society
12414 82 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 3E9
- Multicultural settlement services
- Employment support
- Community engagement
- Seniors programs
- Youth development
Surrey Libraries — Newcomer Welcome Centre
City Centre Library, 10350 University Drive, Surrey, BC V3T 4B8
- Newcomer orientation
- Community resource referrals
- English conversation circles
- Citizenship preparation resources
- Digital literacy support
Collège Éducacentre — Surrey
10183 152A Street, Suite 300, Surrey, BC V3R 4H6
- Francophone newcomer support
- Employment services
- Education pathways
- Settlement assistance
- Language training
No one should navigate this alone.
GSOS can connect you to the right service — and walk with you every step.
Whether you need help finding housing, enrolling in language classes, preparing for a job interview, or understanding your rights as a newcomer, our outreach team is here. We speak your language, we understand the system, and we care.