Who are EdoFriends of BC
We are a non-profit and charity organization in Canada dedicated to better the quality of life for all Canadians. Our founders were a group of immigrants from Edo region of Southern Nigeria. We offer different programs and services based on identified needs of New Immigrants, Refugees, Low-Income Families and Seniors in the communities we serve.
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Popular Activities
Settlement and Integration Services
We assist Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley new immigrants and refugees in finding accommodation, doctors, Schools for children, used furniture, banking services, library services, shopping centers and everyday transportation needs. This is done through the help of our trained staff members and volunteers who meet with our immigrant community members to do assessment of their individual needs.
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Employment Services
We work with new immigrants and refugees in groups and offer one on one training to increase their chances of being successful in the workplace. We provide counseling, job training, labor market information, referrals and other support services. This is done daily in our office/activities center by trained employment counselors and office staff members.
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Cultural Program
Organizing a yearly Musical and Cultural Event that benefit New Immigrants, Refugees and Canadian Society at Large. This is done with the participation of all the New Immigrants in our programs and others that have gone through our programs. All immigrants show case their talent in this event and also an opportunity for us to showcase Canadian Aboriginal Culture, Arts, and Folk Dance. Once a week, we organize story telling forum for our immigrant community in our office.
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