Join a Local Community Group
Description
Social isolation is real. Finding people with shared interests — whether it's hiking, tech, or your cultural community — is key to long-term happiness in BC.
In person
N/A
Online
15–20 min
What to do
1.
Explore groups on Meetup.com or Facebook specifically for Surrey or Vancouver
2.
Visit a local Community Centre (like Chuck Bailey or Surrey City Centre) and check the bulletin boards
3.
Look for 'Tech Professionals in BC' groups on LinkedIn
Tips
MOSAIC and DIVERSEcity run newcomer events
MOSAIC (mosaicbc.com) and DIVERSEcity (dcrs.ca) both serve Surrey and Greater Vancouver — they offer free social events, language exchanges, and cultural activities specifically for immigrants.
Search by interest on Meetup.com
Search Meetup.com by interest (e.g., 'hiking', 'tech', 'photography') rather than just location — many groups meet in Burnaby or Vancouver but are easily accessible from Surrey via SkyTrain.