What We Do
As of April 1, 2025, settlement programs at CNH have been reduced or cancelled due to federal budget cuts. Learn more or see below for current programs.
Our settlement team helps newcomers and immigrants understand and identify their needs. We also help to develop community connections and networks. All programs and services are free.
For more information, call 604-435-0323 or email info@cnh.bc.ca.

Ongoing Programs
Art Classes
Reduced hours due to limited funding
Newcomers interested in meeting new people, practicing English and learning new skills in the arts can sign up for free art classes. Facilitated classes include sewing, watercolour painting, card making, origami-folding and more!
Contact: 604-435-0323
BC Newcomer Services Program / BC SAF HAVN Program
Ongoing
For Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW), Refugee Claimants, Provincial Nominees (PNP), International Students and Naturalized Citizens.
This program supports the social and economic integration of this group of newcomers. We offer orientation (online and available one-to-one or with a group), information and referral services, topical workshops, and help navigating immigration and work permit applications.
Contact: Guadalupe Chebib, 778-707-9142
Funded by the Government of British Columbia.
Community Kitchen
Paused due to limited funding
Explore collective cooking, learn from neighbours and share food traditions with other newcomers through this program.
Contact: 604-435-0323
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
Available until December 2025
LINC offers free English classes for newcomers. Free preschool is provided for children (30 months to 5 years old) of students attending classes. Contact for requirements and to book an appointment.
- LINC levels 1, 2, 3, 4
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 to 11:45 am and 12:30 to 3:00 pm
Classes delivered in person
Contact: 604-366-9142 or linc@cnh.bc.ca
Funded by a subcontract with MOSAIC.
Restorative Circles (new)
Ongoing
More information to be announced.
Funded by the Government of British Columbia.
Youth Settlement Services
Available until March 31, 2026
We offer a range of programs aimed at younger newcomers and immigrants.
Contact:
- Robert Moya, 778-986-9142 or rmoya@cnh.bc.ca
Funded by an endowment fund.