People immigrating to Vernon can have many of
their questions answered by the Vernon and District
Immigrant Services Society. This non-profit society
offers many services for newcomers, immigrants,
refugees, visible minorities and first-generation
Canadians, helping with their settlement and
integration into Vernon.
Services are offered in a multitude of languages, and
recommendations can be made to link newcomers to
necessary community services. Staff and volunteers
provide assistance with citizenship and immigration
applications, accreditation of diplomas and degrees,
coaching for certificates and licenses as well as
translation and interpretation.
English as a Second Language and Employment
Service programs are available. Newcomers are
encouraged to use the resource centre which
provides internet access, a job-posting board and
labour market information. Numerous workshops
are also scheduled and staff can help with foreign
credential recognition, career planning and provide
information on self-employment.
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