Every newcomer deserves a strong start
Whether you’re arriving in Canada or want to help someone who is, we help connect newcomers and refugees in Greater Victoria with settlement services, language training, and a community that cares.
Over fifty years of helping people find their footing
The Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA Victoria) has been supporting newcomers since the 1970s, offering settlement services, language training, employment programs, and a community that helps people truly thrive in Canada.
Our impact
70,000+
Individuals & families helped since 1972
5,000+
Newcomers served every year
20+
Languages supported across all services
55+
Years as Victoria’s trusted settlement organization
Are you looking to settle, work, or learn something new?
If you’re new to Canada, we can help you with the practical things — finding housing, understanding healthcare, navigating schools, and connecting with support in your language.
Whether you’re a newcomer looking for work, a skilled professional ready to restart your career, or a mentor who wants to help — we have programs for you.
From learning a new skill to exploring a new hobby, we have opportunities and activities to help you build community and find belonging.
Settle in Canada
If you’re new to Canada, we can help you with the practical things — finding housing, understanding healthcare, navigating schools, and connecting with support in your language.
Find Employment
Whether you’re a newcomer looking for work, a skilled professional ready to restart your career, or a mentor who wants to help — we have programs for you.
Learn a New Skill
From learning a new skill to exploring a new hobby, we have opportunities and activities to help you build community and find belonging.
Donate today: help make Greater Victoria a home for everyone
Your gift supports refugees and newcomers with the essential services they need to build a strong start.
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Real stories
Every newcomer’s story is different. What they share is the courage to start over — and the difference the right support makes.
The Keys to a New Life
When people flee, they often carry their keys, holding onto the hope that one day […]
Feeling At Home in Victoria
“When we are at ICA, we feel like we are with family. Our children are […]
Ghfran’s Story
I came to Victoria in 2018 from Turkey with my three children while my husband, […]
Giving Back Starts At Any Age
When Callie and Karina Allen (ages 8 and 10) and Lillia White (age 10) learned […]
Journey to Home
“Every time I met with them, they were encouraging and made me feel safe. ICA […]
What’s happening at ICA
Third News Article
As studies show, one in five immigrants leave Canada, with skilled workers departing at twice […]
We’re Pouring Water Into a Leaky Bucket
As studies show, one in five immigrants leave Canada, with skilled workers departing at twice […]
Hope for Home: We envisioned an immigrant housing action plan together
On Friday, November 22, 2024, we gathered at the Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavilion for […]
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Souhaitez-vous obtenir des services en français? ICA offre des services en français.
La Société francophone de Victoria (sfvictoria.ca)
Support and services from Le Relais Francophone de la Colombie-Britannique (vivreencb.ca)
Francophone Services for Newcomers (RIFCB)