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
Interpretation and Translation Services
Our volunteers provide interpretation and translation services to Immigrants & Refugees around the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley. We do this in appointments, filling out forms, In-person’s and phone meetings etc.
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Community Outreach Programs
These programs help new immigrant and refugee families to become more independent by organizing seminars and providing guidance, and referrals thereby reducing the barriers caused by language, education, and cultural differences. We organize 2 weekly seminars in our office in Surrey on different topics with the help of our volunteer professionals.
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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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