Upcoming events…
Conversation Circle
Monday morning (10:00 – 11:30 am) in person.
English conversation practice, while you learn about Canada and Canadian culture.
Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Monday Meet up
Whether you are new to Whistler or have been in the area for a while, join us for our weekly community connection event at the library’s community room to meet new people and talk about casual/important topics.
This is a friendly environment where everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be provided.
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Advanced English Group
Monday evenings (5:30 – 7.00 pm) in person. Advanced level reading, writing, listening and speaking.
If you want to broaden your vocabulary, have the opportunity to discuss more complex topics in English, improve your listening and reading skills – then this could be the group for you. To participate in this group, you will need to take an assessment. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Around the World BBQ. Next destination: India
This month, we will be traveling through food to have a taste of the Chik'n Tikka BBQ which translates to Chicken Bits BBQ and a Kachumber Salad.
Join us for a delicious BBQ and let’s have a SMOKIN’ good time.
Conversation Circle
Monday morning (10:00 – 11:30 am) in person.
English conversation practice, while you learn about Canada and Canadian culture.
Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Monday Meet up
Whether you are new to Whistler or have been in the area for a while, join us for our weekly community connection event at the library’s community room to meet new people and talk about casual/important topics.
This is a friendly environment where everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be provided.
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Advanced English Group
Monday evenings (5:30 – 7.00 pm) in person. Advanced level reading, writing, listening and speaking.
If you want to broaden your vocabulary, have the opportunity to discuss more complex topics in English, improve your listening and reading skills – then this could be the group for you. To participate in this group, you will need to take an assessment. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at Food Bank
Make an appointment or drop in at the Food Bank • Whistler Community Services Society:
Wednesday 1:30-4:30pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Play to Connect: Outdoor Soccer
"Play to connect: outdoor soccer" is back!!
Adult Outdoor soccer for newcomers, immigrants, and all community members in Whistler
Join us for outdoor soccer on Wednesdays starting from May 15th at 5pm at Myrtle Philip soccer fields. We will be playing pretty much every week, rain or shine, unless the fields are closed for some reason. We will always let you know if a session is canceled ahead of time if we have your info.
Please keep in mind that the goal for our Play to connect event series is to have fun and connect with the rest of the community members while demonstrating good sportsmanship.
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Play to Connect: Outdoor Soccer
"Play to connect: outdoor soccer" is back!!
Adult Outdoor soccer for newcomers, immigrants, and all community members in Whistler
Join us for outdoor soccer on Wednesdays starting from May 15th at 5pm at Myrtle Philip soccer fields. We will be playing pretty much every week, rain or shine, unless the fields are closed for some reason. We will always let you know if a session is canceled ahead of time if we have your info.
Please keep in mind that the goal for our Play to connect event series is to have fun and connect with the rest of the community members while demonstrating good sportsmanship.
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Conversation Circle
Monday morning (10:00 – 11:30 am) in person.
English conversation practice, while you learn about Canada and Canadian culture.
Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Monday Meet up
Whether you are new to Whistler or have been in the area for a while, join us for our weekly community connection event at the library’s community room to meet new people and talk about casual/important topics.
This is a friendly environment where everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be provided.
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Advanced English Group
Monday evenings (5:30 – 7.00 pm) in person. Advanced level reading, writing, listening and speaking.
If you want to broaden your vocabulary, have the opportunity to discuss more complex topics in English, improve your listening and reading skills – then this could be the group for you. To participate in this group, you will need to take an assessment. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Play to Connect: Outdoor Soccer
"Play to connect: outdoor soccer" is back!!
Adult Outdoor soccer for newcomers, immigrants, and all community members in Whistler
Join us for outdoor soccer on Wednesdays starting from May 15th at 5pm at Myrtle Philip soccer fields. We will be playing pretty much every week, rain or shine, unless the fields are closed for some reason. We will always let you know if a session is canceled ahead of time if we have your info.
Please keep in mind that the goal for our Play to connect event series is to have fun and connect with the rest of the community members while demonstrating good sportsmanship.
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at Food Bank
Make an appointment or drop in at the Food Bank • Whistler Community Services Society:
Wednesday 1:30-4:30pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Advanced English Group
Monday evenings (5:30 – 7.00 pm) in person. Advanced level reading, writing, listening and speaking.
If you want to broaden your vocabulary, have the opportunity to discuss more complex topics in English, improve your listening and reading skills – then this could be the group for you. To participate in this group, you will need to take an assessment. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Monday Meet up
Whether you are new to Whistler or have been in the area for a while, join us for our weekly community connection event at the library’s community room to meet new people and talk about casual/important topics.
This is a friendly environment where everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be provided.
Conversation Circle
Monday morning (10:00 – 11:30 am) in person.
English conversation practice, while you learn about Canada and Canadian culture.
Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
Do YOU qualify for FREE help filing your low income, simple tax return? The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is back with an EXTRA session added!
Those eligible for the FREE tax clinics include:
- Single Person – made up to $40,000
- Couple (Married or Common Law) – made up to $60,000
- Plus $10,000 for each additional dependent
Clinics are operating on the following days:
March 14, 28 and April 11, 25
At the Whistler Public Library
From 12:30pm – 4:00pm
April 20
At Whistler Community Services Society
From 11:00am – 2:30pm
Half hour sessions are available by APPOINTMENT ONLY, no drop-ins. Registration info below.
Individuals filing must bring at least one piece of photo ID, all tax slips (including T4’s, T3’s, T5007) and medical expenses. Participants with RRSP's should bring last year’s Notice of Assessment.
For those who are filing as a married or common law couple: BOTH parties need to be present and book 2 consecutive half hour time slots.
Who is Eligible (What counts as a simple return)?:
Workers
Students
Seniors
Social assistance recipients
Disability recipients
Work permit holders
NOT eligible for clinics:
Self employed persons
Persons who have rental or investment income
Bankrupt persons
Returns filed for deceased persons
Persons who own foreign property
Register NOW, these popular clinics fill up fast!
REGISTER/ Questions:
dan@mywcss.org
604-932-0113
Advanced English Group
Monday evenings (5:30 – 7.00 pm) in person. Advanced level reading, writing, listening and speaking.
If you want to broaden your vocabulary, have the opportunity to discuss more complex topics in English, improve your listening and reading skills – then this could be the group for you. To participate in this group, you will need to take an assessment. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Monday Meet up
Whether you are new to Whistler or have been in the area for a while, join us for our weekly community connection event at the library’s community room to meet new people and talk about casual/important topics.
This is a friendly environment where everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be provided.
Conversation Circle
Monday morning (10:00 – 11:30 am) in person.
English conversation practice, while you learn about Canada and Canadian culture.
Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Newcomer Services Drop-in at Food Bank
Make an appointment or drop in at the Food Bank • Whistler Community Services Society:
Wednesday 1:30-4:30pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Tax credits and Benefits
Come and join a special workshop designed for people who are new to Canada!
Topics covered:
- Eligible credits and benefits (e.g., BC renter's tax credit)
- Available deductions (e.g., medical expenses, donations)
- Tax-saving strategies in Canada (RRSP, FHSA, TFSA, etc.)
- Maximizing savings and minimizing taxes
When: Monday, April 15th, 7:00-8:00 PM (Online)
Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/pgeHXPc6KY
Advanced English Group
Monday evenings (5:30 – 7.00 pm) in person. Advanced level reading, writing, listening and speaking.
If you want to broaden your vocabulary, have the opportunity to discuss more complex topics in English, improve your listening and reading skills – then this could be the group for you. To participate in this group, you will need to take an assessment. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Monday Meet up
Whether you are new to Whistler or have been in the area for a while, join us for our weekly community connection event at the library’s community room to meet new people and talk about casual/important topics.
This is a friendly environment where everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be provided.
Conversation Circle
Monday morning (10:00 – 11:30 am) in person.
English conversation practice, while you learn about Canada and Canadian culture.
Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Around the World BBQ. Next destination: Morocco
This month, we will be traveling through food to have a taste of the Moroccan Djaj Meshoui which translates to Whole grilled Chicken.
We will also get some refreshing Moroccan Mint Tea.
Join us for a delicious BBQ and let’s have a SMOKIN’ good time.
Conversation Circle
Conversation circle – Wednesday early evening (6:00 – 7:30 pm) in person. Conversation, pronunciation practice and grammar practice. Build your accuracy and fluency in English. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
Do YOU qualify for FREE help filing your low income, simple tax return? The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is back with an EXTRA session added!
Those eligible for the FREE tax clinics include:
- Single Person – made up to $40,000
- Couple (Married or Common Law) – made up to $60,000
- Plus $10,000 for each additional dependent
Clinics are operating on the following days:
March 14, 28 and April 11, 25
At the Whistler Public Library
From 12:30pm – 4:00pm
April 20
At Whistler Community Services Society
From 11:00am – 2:30pm
Half hour sessions are available by APPOINTMENT ONLY, no drop-ins. Registration info below.
Individuals filing must bring at least one piece of photo ID, all tax slips (including T4’s, T3’s, T5007) and medical expenses. Participants with RRSP's should bring last year’s Notice of Assessment.
For those who are filing as a married or common law couple: BOTH parties need to be present and book 2 consecutive half hour time slots.
Who is Eligible (What counts as a simple return)?:
Workers
Students
Seniors
Social assistance recipients
Disability recipients
Work permit holders
NOT eligible for clinics:
Self employed persons
Persons who have rental or investment income
Bankrupt persons
Returns filed for deceased persons
Persons who own foreign property
Register NOW, these popular clinics fill up fast!
REGISTER/ Questions:
dan@mywcss.org
604-932-0113
Advanced English Group
Monday evenings (5:30 – 7.00 pm) in person. Advanced level reading, writing, listening and speaking.
If you want to broaden your vocabulary, have the opportunity to discuss more complex topics in English, improve your listening and reading skills – then this could be the group for you. To participate in this group, you will need to take an assessment. Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Drop-in at the Library
Make an appointment or drop in at the Whistler Public Library:
Monday 12:00-3:00pm Wednesday 2:00-5:00pm
Phone: 604.698.5960 Email: wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Monday Meet up
Whether you are new to Whistler or have been in the area for a while, join us for our weekly community connection event at the library’s community room to meet new people and talk about casual/important topics.
This is a friendly environment where everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be provided.
Conversation Circle
Monday morning (10:00 – 11:30 am) in person.
English conversation practice, while you learn about Canada and Canadian culture.
Email us to see if you are eligible wpnewcomers@capilanou.ca
Interested in Supporting Other Newcomers?
We are always looking for members of the community who wish to volunteer time to supporting others. If you would like to learn more about what volunteer opportunities we have available please get in touch!