Rainbow Refugee 

Rainbow Refugee supports LGBTQ+ asylum seekers and refugees with trauma-informed counseling, peer support groups, and advocacy for safe migration and belonging.
Learn more at Rainbow Refugee 

Refugee Livelihood Lab (SFU RADIUS)

The Refugee Livelihood Lab supports leadership within refugee and migrant communities through training, collective learning, and advocacy. Their programs empower refugees to co-create solutions, foster social innovation, and build livelihoods rooted in dignity and justice.
Learn more at Refugee Livelihood Lab
 

Migrant Journeys

Migrant Journeys is dedicated to defending the rights of migrants and advocating for fair and inclusive policies to ensure migration regularization for all. Through awareness campaigns, community activities, and social mobilization, they work to create a world where migration is a right, not a barrier.
Learn more at Migrant Journeys
 

Watari Counseling and Support Services Society 

Focused on creating safe, inclusive spaces, Watari provides essential support to immigrants, refugees, and particularly Latin American communities in the Downtown Eastside.
Learn more at Watari Counseling 
 

Dan's Legacy 

Provides mental health and substance use support specifically for youth in Greater Vancouver. They offer trauma-informed counseling, job skills training, and wellness programs, with a focus on empowering youth to overcome challenges.
Learn more at Dan's Legacy 
 

Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) 

ISSofBC provides a wide range of services to help immigrants and refugees settle in Vancouver, including mental health support, counseling, and group sessions tailored to newcomers. Learn more at ISSofBC 

MOSAIC 

MOSAIC offers specialized mental health and wellness programs that support the unique needs of immigrants and refugees, including counseling in multiple languages, youth and family programs, and community support groups. Learn more at MOSAIC 

WelcomeBC 

WelcomeBC is a provincial initiative offering extensive resources and information on mental health, housing, and employment for newcomers, with a special focus on refugee support. Learn more at WelcomeBC 
 

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. 

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. offers a range of services, including mental health counseling, support groups, and community programs, all aimed at fostering wellness and connection for immigrants and refugees. Learn more at S.U.C.C.E.S.S. 
 

*If you find support, share it! These resources are only some of the organizations working with immigrant and refugee communities in Vancouver. Note that we are not affiliated with the listed organizations or their practices— though not every organization may be the perfect fit, keep exploring what resonates with you.