This is a networking group for New Immigrants and Canadians interested in sharing their cultures and languages and at same time assisting each other by sharing our experiences and local/global knowledge :). This Meetup group is brand new, so it will certainly evolve with time and with the number of involved participants. Let's plan for a monthly meeting to start with, and we'll see from there... --- International Friendship is FREE ;-)

Meet others who lack true refinement, lack a regal heritage, and lack a superior attitude towards other cultures. We live in a city of vast ethnic diversity. The idea of this group is to explore that heterogeneity, find other open-minded flavour seekers and do it on a budget. There are hundreds of ethnic, family-owned restaurants, often no frills, but really authentic flavours from around the world. Please have a face picture posted! SOME BASIC RULES *If you have far-right political, sexual or …

Hello! Do you live in Vancouver? Do you like international cultures and languages. Do you speak Spanish? French? Swahili? Korean? Arabic or any other language from any other continent, whether Asia, Africa, Europe, South Ameria, North America or Australia. Are you open to interact in a multicultural dynamic group of people and learn more about the languages and cultures of other countries? All of this, via some interactive activities....Are you ready to explore culture, art, music, games, dance, …

Meet other new and old immigrants;  internationals on student visas, working visas or visitor visas; and Canadians who are interested in world cultures. If you are a new immigrant, it is a great opportunity for you to meet other immigrants who share similar experiences with you in struggling to survive, being adapted to Canadian cultures while maintaining their pride in their heritages, building up a circle of friends outside their ethnic community,  and pursuing successful careers. If you are a …

Hello and thanks for visiting Hi Vancouver Korean language and culture meetup. The goal of this meetup is to faciliate the shared learning of the members' cultures whether it be Korean, Canadian or other. We usually meet twice a month in downtown Vancouver. Our meetup is usually 2 hours long. This is for people who are serious about learning the language. During the two hours, we pair everyone randomly with English/Korean partners. This model helps improve listening and speaking skills in Englis …

We want to build a bridge between the classroom and the real world. Join the ABC Study Group to make new friends and experience the diversity of this city. Are you new in Vancouver? Do you want to study English? Make the most of your time and have fun with people like you! Learn and improve your conversational skills. Let's review current topics in the news. You can get help with your homework, too, or set up a language exchange. Not a language student? That's cool, too! We welcome anybody who w …

This is a group for anyone interested in building a community where Asian arts, cultures, and contributions are lived, shared and celebrated as part of the harmonious diversity of Canada

Hello and welcome!!! Have you moved here from another country, want to feel at home in Vancouver, and find it challenging to meet people and learn about the local culture/systems? If yes, then join our social events to meet fellow internationals and expand your local social circle!!! We will organize dinners, go out for drinks, explore BC through trips, etc. Also, if you need help with anything local (housing, systems, etc), feel free to write and I will help with whatever information I have. To …

Mission: Our City of Colours is a non-profit organization seeking to increase the visibility of, and address the issues facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people in a variety of linguistic and cultural communities. Vision: Our vision is a place with inclusive and supportive communities that accept, understand, and respect the existence and experiences of people from all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

This is a group for anyone interested in affordable volunteering abroad, interning abroad, culture adventure, and language immersion opportunities. This group is started in order to help people access resources, understand the enriching experience of traveling with a purpose, get connected, and share. Many interesting topics will be discussed. It is great not just for learning and accessing resources, but also for socializing with people who have similar interests. Looking forward to meeting wit …

This group is for International students who just arrived in Vancouver and want to improve their English skills and make new friends. If you have any questions about ESL and living in Vancouver, we will try and help you. We have Canadian teachers who will arrange activities and make your time fun in Vancouver. Vancouver needs an ESL group thats fun and informative at the same time. Many students have trouble when they come here and we want students to have more knowledge about how to improve the …

This is a dynamic business and social group with entrepreneurs and professionals from all Asian background. Or, you may just be very interested in doing business with Asian professionals here in Canada and in Asia. BENEFITS: * Meet a network of local entrepreneurs and professionals in Greater Vancouver to share business ideas, marketing tips, and cross-cultural communication techniques. * Gain new insights on marketing products and services to Asian communities locally, nationally and global …

Dear members, This club is part of the Toastmasters International Organization. In addition to public speaking, communication and leadership skills that Toastmasters clubs already offer, we are about improving and practicing Mandarin. I have been a dedicated Toastmaster myself for a year. Having organized the Vancouver Mandarin Chinese Club for a couple of years at the same time, I have discovered and developed a series of methods to help Mandarin learners to improve their Mandarin skills. In th …

Meeting the right people is crucial. We look to match ideas with talent, hustlers with hackers and provide a great opportunity to meet other people in Vancouver working in the Tech Industry. We are the official meetup for Launch Academy and Grow Lab, as well as community run events like Demo Camp. Want to have an event without having to create an entire new Meetup group? Want to host or promote an event to 100s of web, software, and design craftspeople in Vancouver? Interested in cool cross-dis …