{"id":1568,"date":"2025-08-20T16:54:38","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T16:54:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wins-lip.ca\/?page_id=1568"},"modified":"2026-04-08T07:08:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:08:05","slug":"resources-for-newcomers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.wins-lip.ca\/index.php\/resources-for-newcomers\/","title":{"rendered":"Newcomers Resources \ud83d\udcd8"},"content":{"rendered":"
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WELCOME TO NEW WESTMINSTER<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

New Westminster offers a variety of programs and supports for newcomers. Local immigrant service organizations provide settlement workers, and the city has one Welcome Centre to help newcomers get settled, access resources, and feel connected to the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many of these services are free, and they are meant to support newcomers\u2014there\u2019s no need to worry about eligibility. These services can provide guidance, make referrals, and connect people of all ages with a variety of local programs and supports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Westminster City is proud to be a Sanctuary City<\/a>, which means all residents\u2014regardless of immigration status\u2014can access essential city services. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n