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Studying for the Canadian Citizenship Exam?

Discover Canada is the official study guide from the Government of Canada. Download the book, or listen online. Practice test questions on pages 52-53.

Political Information for Surrey, BC & Canada

Find more settlement resources for immigrants and refugees at NewToBC and job information for professionals at Skilled Immigrant Information Centre.

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Settlement Services

Are you an immigrant to British Columbia? Get help settling into Surrey and connecting with local services.

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Community Services

Find low cost or free services and activities in Surrey.

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Library Champions Information Session

Help new immigrants learn about the library as a volunteer Library Champion.

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ESL Book Clubs

Come practice reading, speaking, and listening in English. Readers of all levels are welcome.

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Road to IELTS - Academic

Prepare for the IELTS Academic test. Track your progress on practice exams and use interactive activities, advice, and tips on question types. 20 users at one time. Not available on IE 11.

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English Conversation

Practice speaking English in a fun and comfortable place.

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My Canada

Get ready for the Canadian citizenship exam. Includes practice tests and study materials.

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Rosetta Stone

Improve your English or learn one of 30 different languages with this fun and intuitive learning tool. App available. z

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Learning Express

Comprehensive range of practice tests and tutorial courses for all ages. Learn new skills, build your resume and prepare for career or entrance exams.

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Need help? Contact the Manager, Multicultural Services:

Ravi Basi

Phone: 604-598-7411

rkbasi@surrey.ca

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Settlement Services for Newcomers

Tue Oct 15 | 1:00 pm City Centre Branch

Settlement Service for Newcomers

Tue Oct 15 | 1:00 pm Strawberry Hill Branch

English Conversation Program

Tue Oct 15 | 7:00 pm Strawberry Hill Branch
Reading and Writing

ESL Book Club

Wed Oct 16 | 1:00 pm City Centre Branch

Settlement Services for Newcomers

Wed Oct 16 | 1:00 pm Strawberry Hill Branch

Settlement Services for Newcomers

Wed Oct 16 | 3:00 pm City Centre Branch

Online Resources

Practice English and computer skills, get ready for the citizenship exam, or read newspapers from around the world. We have great tools for learning and enjoyment.

 
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Career Cruising

Explore the world of work or research a career change. Includes career profiles, resume advice, employment guides, job postings and more. (Aussi disponible en français).

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Gale Courses

Enjoy hundreds of online courses with real teachers, expert instruction, and real-time help.z

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Learning Express

Comprehensive range of practice tests and tutorial courses for all ages. Learn new skills, build your resume and prepare for career or entrance exams.

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Lynda.com

Online learning with courses taught by world experts. Learn new software, business strategies, algebra and more. App available.

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My Canada

Get ready for the Canadian citizenship exam. Includes practice tests and study materials.

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PressReader

More than 1000 newspapers in 40 languages from 84 countries.  The Globe and Mail is available in-library only. App available.

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Road to IELTS - Academic

Prepare for the IELTS Academic test. Track your progress on practice exams and use interactive activities, advice, and tips on question types. 20 users at one time. Not available on IE 11.

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Road to IELTS - General

Prepare for the IELTS General test. Track your progress on practice exams and use interactive activities, advice, and tips on question types. 7 users at one time. Not available on IE 11.

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Rosetta Stone

Improve your English or learn one of 30 different languages with this fun and intuitive learning tool. App available. z

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WorkBC Career Compass

Find career forecasts, aptitude quizzes and job postings at WorkBC's Career Compass. There is also a great range of other services on their main site and a location locator for in-person help. 

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