Resources and Publications

British Columbia Newcomers' Guide

This guide has information you may need if you have recently arrived in British Columbia, Canada. It is written in clear and simple language.

The guide is available as a PDF download in English, Punjabi, Korean, Chinese, and French:

Newcomers' Guide: English (PDF)
Newcomers' Guide: French (PDF)
Newcomers' Guide: Punjabi (PDF)
Newcomers' Guide: Korean (PDF)
Newcomers' Guide: Chinese (simplified) (PDF)
Newcomers' Guide: Chinese (traditional) (PDF)


Detailed information on the immigration process and resources to help you adapt and settle in British Columbia is also available online.

To find out more, visit one of the sections listed below and follow the step-by-step journey.

What to do before you arrive
What to know after you get here
How to adapt to your new environment


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