Welcome
Bienvenue
Bienvenidos
歡迎 (Huānyíng)
欢迎 (Huānyíng)
خوش آمدید (Khosh Amadid)
خوش آمدید (Khosh āmadiyd)
ښه راغلاست (Kha Raghlast)
Maligayang Pagdating
Soo Dhawoow
እንቋዕ ደሓን መጻእኩም (Enkaw dehan meta'ekum)
Chào Mừng
स्वागत है (Swāgat Hai)
أهلًا وسهلًا (Ahlan wa sahlan)
Добро пожаловать (Dobropozhalovat)
ようこそ (Yōkoso)
Ласкаво просимо (Laskavoprosymo)
Bienvenue Bienvenidos 歡迎 (Huānyíng) 欢迎 (Huānyíng) خوش آمدید (Khosh Amadid) خوش آمدید (Khosh āmadiyd) ښه راغلاست (Kha Raghlast) Maligayang Pagdating Soo Dhawoow እንቋዕ ደሓን መጻእኩም (Enkaw dehan meta'ekum) Chào Mừng स्वागत है (Swāgat Hai) أهلًا وسهلًا (Ahlan wa sahlan) Добро пожаловать (Dobropozhalovat) ようこそ (Yōkoso) Ласкаво просимо (Laskavoprosymo)
The Burnaby Intercultural Planning Table (BIPT) is here to help you make Burnaby your home.
Settling in a new city means making it your new home, understanding the way of life, and becoming part of the community. It's more than just moving; it's about feeling comfortable, safe, connected, and creating a sense of belonging.
We work collaboratively with partner organizations and residents to facilitate opportunities for newcomers to engage in their community and create a sense of belonging.
About BIPT
Our Strategic Goals
DEEPEN PARTNERSHIP ENGAGEMENT
STRENGHTEN NEWCOMER VOICES
CONVENE MEANINGFUL SPACES AND SUPPORT
ENHANCE EMPLOYMENT AND LANGUAGE SUPPORT
Current Projects & Initiatives
Community Connector Project
Service Delivery Improvement (SDI)
The Community Connector Project helps newcomers access information, services, and community resources while strengthening connections and improving service delivery.
For referrals and more information, please contact us at biptcommunications@burnabyfamilylife.org
Community Resources
Navigating a new country can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you are a newcomer to Canada or supporting someone on their immigration journey, our goal is to make the process easier by connecting you with reliable, up-to-date resources.
Here, you will find helpful resources, tools, and services across key areas. Each category has carefully selected resources designed to support you and your family as you settle into your new community.
Choose a category below to explore helpful resources and services.
Essential Tools
As part of our commitment to supporting newcomers and immigrant communities, we have developed several essential tools designed to assist with every stage of the settlement and immigration journey.
These are more than just one-time resource, they are practical, user-friendly tools created to be used regularly, adapted to evolving needs, and shared widely among individuals, families, and service providers. From navigating complex systems to accessing services. The tools support and help to navigate the challenges faced by newcomers.
An interactive map showing local settlement and social services in Burnaby.
A booklet about preventing scams, fraud, and staying safe online.
A list of faith- based organizations and groups to help build community connections.
Job trends and opportunities for newcomers in Burnaby.
Ideas to welcome newcomers and make them feel included in the community.
A report that explores how racism affects newcomers and the barriers they face.
BIPT Members
What’s Happening
Ways to Get Involved
Whether you join our council, become a member, or volunteer, your voice and experience help shape a stronger community where everyone feels at home.
VOLUNTEER
Are you interested in volunteering at our events and initiatives? Contact us to learn more.
Is your organization serving and supporting newcomers? If interested in becoming a BIPT member, please contact us.
BECOME A MEMBER/PARTNER
Are you a newcomer interested in becoming a Council member? Contact us to learn more.
IMMIGRANT ADVISORY COUNCIL
BIPT in the Community
Upcoming BIPT Events
Stay connected with us through workshops, celebrations and events