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Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISS) was incorporated in 1972 as the first immigrant-serving agency in the province. Since that time, ISS has grown to be the largest, multicultural, immigrant-serving agency in western Canada. The society provides a variety of services to Lower Mainland immigrant and refugee communities, and works with over 23,000 clients per year. ISS has a volunteer Board of Directors, a paid staff of over 200 and over 600 active volunteers.
Mission
Helping immigrants build a future in Canada
Statement of Purpose
We will achieve our Mission by:
- Delivering educational, settlement and employment services
- Developing partnerships with local communities
- Promoting an integrated and equitable community
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Values
We value:
- Respect for co-workers, clients and the community
- Excellence and innovation in our programs and services
- Diversity and teamwork in our organization and our community
We demonstrate these values with passion and caring;
Vision
By 2015 Immigrant Services Society of BC will be known for its leadership in building a welcoming and inclusive Canada that recognizes the strength of our nation's diversity.
Slogan
Building futures since 1972
ISS provides programs and services through two divisions
- The Language College and Career Services, headquartered at 333 Terminal Avenue in East Vancouver, is a full service training facility that provides a variety of programs and services in Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey and Coquitlam. The institute’s complementary programs provide a positive educational learning environment for individuals from a wide variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
- The Settlement Section, headquartered at 530 Drake Street in Downtown South, is the focal point for ISS’ immigrant and refugee settlement programming throughout the Lower Mainland. The department provides assistance to immigrants and refugees through a variety of programs and services.
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