About MHHS
The Multicultural Helping House Society (MHHS) is a registered non-profit society and charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of newcomers to Canada as well as its permanent residents and citizens.
Since 1996, MHHS has provided assistance to thousands of new immigrants, permanent residents and citizens in addressing their needs for settlement, employment, social services, skills enhancement, respite housing, legal assistance, and education services.
MHHS is well known for its ability to provide immediate assistance to individuals in crisis and those who are disadvantaged either due to language barriers, employment or social isolation.
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Our Services
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MHHS can help. We offer free settlement and employment services to help eligible clients get settled, become part of the community, gain new skills, and find employment opportunities that will enable them to integrate successfully into Canadian society.
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WOMEN'S PROGRAM
The Women’s Program supports time-limited projects that address systemic barriers to women’s equality in our society. The objective of the Women's Program is to achieve the full participation of women in the economic and social life of Canada.
For ages 55 years and older, the Seniors Program provides a comfortable and inviting space for seniors to socialize and meet new people, providing them an opportunity to gain social connections in the community that make a difference in the lives of seniors.
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YOUTH WELLNESS PROGRAM
The Youth Wellness Program aims to support the mental and physical wellbeing of youth ages 13 to 25, through a variety of engaging workshops and activities to support and encourage the healthy growth of young people.
Support the Multicultural Helping House Society (MHHS), a registered charity organization in BC, in aiding newcomers as they settle in Canada. Your generous contributions are invaluable, and we will issue a receipt for every donation.
Business No: 865274492RR0001 / CRA REGISTERED
Thank you for your support!
Volunteering is a rewarding way to gain experience, meet new people, and learn new skills.
Use your strengths and talents to contribute to the community. Empower newcomers, hear their stories and be with them as they work to achieve their hopes and dreams in Canada.
Certificate of Recognition:
- At Multicultural Helping House Society (MHHS), volunteers receive a certificate once they complete 40 hours of service.
- This recognition not only acknowledges your efforts but also adds value to your personal and professional development.
Are you looking for a space for training, workshops, small to mid-sized meetings, or social function? Look no further! Multicultural Helping House Society offers a range of versatile venues to suit your needs:
- Meeting Rooms: Intimate spaces for focused discussions and collaboration.
- Small Social Venues: Cozy settings for gatherings with friends and family.
- Mid-Size Hall: Ideal for larger events, parties, and presentations.
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Upcoming Workshops
Community Connection
English Circle: Speak, Share, Connect
Feb 2 (Sun) 1100 hrs to 1300 hrs
Public Transportation and Getting Around in
Vancouver & Lower Mainland
Feb 9 (Sun), 1130 hrs to 1230 hrs
Canadian Citizenship Application & Review Workshop
Feb 15 (Sat), 1400 hrs to 1530 hrs
Meet and Greet
Youth Connection in Vancouver:
Building Community and Belonging
Feb 23 (Sun), 1100 hrs to 1300 hrs
Funding for this program is provided by IRCC
The IRCC funds services provided by MHHS to help newcomers settle and adapt to life in Canada. These services include:
- Information and referrals
- Language training
- Assistance finding employment that matches newcomers' skills and education
- Help integrating into Canadian society
The MHHS Settlement Program supports immigrants and refugees in overcoming barriers specific to the newcomer experience, such as limited official language skills and knowledge of Canada. This program enables them to participate fully in social, cultural, civic, and economic life.
Gathering Information to better meet the needs of newcomers to Canada
Gathering information is crucial to better meet the needs of newcomers to Canada. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) collects personal information to understand the specific needs of immigrants and refugees. This data helps ensure that service provider organizations can offer the right services, such as language training and career counselling
By providing your information, you help CIC improve the services funded and ensure they fit your needs. Your personal information is protected under Canadian privacy laws and is only used for the purposes outlined
For more details, you can visit the 
Canada.ca website. Your personal information is protected.
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MHHS Hosts Virtual Workshops via ZOOM
Access to Professional Advice
Events and Activities
FRIENDLY VISITOR VOLUNTEER TRAINING PROGRAM
The Multicultural Helping House Society (MHHS) and the Jewish Senior Alliance (JSA) have collaborated to establish the ‘Friendly Visitor’ Program. As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in combating loneliness and social isolation among older adults.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES AT MHHS
Enhance your language skills and social integration by taking a FREE English Language Placement Test to join our classes!
Whether you're a beginner or at an advanced level, we offer Test Preparation classes for IELTS/CELPIP, covering all language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Join us and take the next step in your language learning journey!
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MHHS OFFERS ASSISTANCE IN VARIOUS LANGUAGES
Communicating in multiple languages makes us connect with others from different cultures more meaningfully.
Multilingual Support
Tagalog │ Hindi
English │ Punjabi
Spanish │ Farsi
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The development of this strategic plan occurred at a very unique time for Multicultural Helping House Society. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. MHHS turned over a new chapter in its history with its new constitution and by-laws, new members on the Board of Directors and management.
We appreciate your suggestions and are always looking for ways to improve!
Please take a moment to send us your feedback regarding our organization and services. This form can be submitted anonymously.
take our Client Experience Surveytake our Client Experience Survey
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE, DONATE TO MHHS
Contribute to the Multicultural Helping House Society and support newcomers in finding the assistance they need to settle in Canada.
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