Umoja Operation Compassion Society of British Columbia

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Umoja Compassion Society of British Columbia is a non profit society formed in 2002 to work with low income immigrants living in the British Columbia the lower mainland.

Ready to build your confidence, leadership, and future? 🔥The Ignite Summer Series by UMOJA is a FREE 6-week Youth Leader...
07/12/2026

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The Ignite Summer Series by UMOJA is a FREE 6-week Youth Leadership & Life Skills Program designed to help youth develop practical skills, build lasting friendships, and prepare for success.

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📅 July 21 – August 28
🕔 Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 UMOJA – 14888 104 Ave, Surrey, BC

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As we celebrate the previous cohorts milestone, we are equally excited to welcome our fourth cohort of 23 clients enroll...
05/15/2026

As we celebrate the previous cohorts milestone, we are equally excited to welcome our fourth cohort of 23 clients enrolled in Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, Class 4, Forklift, Dispatch Operations, and heavy equipment Licensing—which began on April 13th!

At Umoja, we remain steadfast in our commitment to empowering individuals with the opportunities needed to drive forward—on the road and in life.

Proud Milestone: 22 Graduates from the STE Drive Forward ProgramWe are delighted to celebrate the successful graduation ...
05/15/2026

Proud Milestone: 22 Graduates from the STE Drive Forward Program

We are delighted to celebrate the successful graduation of 22 outstanding trainees from our 3rd cohort for the Skills for Employment (STE) Drive Forward Commercial Transport Licensing Program, funded by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (PSFS) and delivered in partnership with Progressive Intercultural Services (PICS).

These graduates completed training in Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, Class 4, and Forklift Licensing, demonstrating exceptional dedication to personal growth. Their accomplishments highlight the powerful impact of accessible and inclusive personal development opportunities for multi-barriered individuals.

Thanks to  for yet another fantastic experience, this time through a generous donation of 15 tickets for participants in...
05/15/2026

Thanks to  for yet another fantastic experience, this time through a generous donation of 15 tickets for participants in our newcomer youth and middle-years programs.

No newcomer experience in Vancouver is complete without the excitement of attending a Canucks hockey game! Fifteen newcomer children, alongside youth volunteers and staff, enjoyed the unforgettable experience of an NHL game at Rogers Arena on Saturday, April 4.

Beyond the thrill of the game itself, these kinds of immersive experiences are incredibly meaningful. They help children and families who might otherwise feel isolated or pushed to the margins feel more connected, included, and at home alongside their peers

Shoutout to  Canucks Sports & Entertainment for their continued generosity in supporting local families and youth.

Black History Month, 2026 Part 3/3 ✨Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Iftar Dinner (February 27)The Ahmadiyya Community’s commi...
03/23/2026

Black History Month, 2026 Part 3/3 ✨

Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Iftar Dinner (February 27)

The Ahmadiyya Community’s commitment to peace through dialogue is recognized, and at this inaugural Black History Month gathering. Jonathan Cauri reflected on “Legacy, Values, and Belonging” within an emergent multi-cultural reality.

As we reflect on the many moments shared this past Black History Month, the most fitting response to the experience of the Black diaspora—and resiliency of marginalized groups everywhere—is to look forward: acknowledging the tragedy of erasure but choosing to focus on its cautionary lessons.

In doing so, we shape a future where diversity is viewed—not as a threat to privilege—but as a source of collective strength, creative power, and shared possibility. Doing so is not a favour extended to others but a gift to oneself.

Black History Month, 2026 Part 2/3 ✨University of Victoria Panel (February 9)UMOJA President Dr. Amos Kambere co-facilit...
03/23/2026

Black History Month, 2026 Part 2/3 ✨

University of Victoria Panel (February 9)

UMOJA President Dr. Amos Kambere co-facilitated a panel with African students at UVIC on “Democracy Through Dialogue: Africa, the Next Great Frontier.” Organized by community advocate Debbie Bell, the discussion explored Africa’s vast potential vis-à-vis challenges to effective governance within a neo-colonial context.

Black Poetry Night (February 12) – Wild Fires Bookshop, New Westminster

A thoughtfully curated evening of open mic poetry by Salwa and Khadija at brought community together in a warm, intimate literary lounge setting to explore themes of resilience, identity, and hope. We extend our many thanks to Samita 💐

Black History Month, 2026 Part 1/3 ✨The 2026 Black History Month was alive with a kaleidoscope of colour, culture, and r...
03/23/2026

Black History Month, 2026 Part 1/3 ✨

The 2026 Black History Month was alive with a kaleidoscope of colour, culture, and reflection. UMOJA was pleased to participate in several notable events:

Horn to Home Art Exhibition (February 7) – Daily Dose of Blackness

A sophisticated showcase of emerging Canadian artists of Horn of Africa heritage, invited reflection on identity, belonging, and the meaning of home.

UMOJA’s Executive Director, Jonathan Cauri, shared remarks on the Power of the Arts and the Essence of Identity and Worth.

On the evening of Friday, December 19, 2025, UMOJA’s leadership hosted staff and their families for a lively gathering f...
02/06/2026

On the evening of Friday, December 19, 2025, UMOJA’s leadership hosted staff and their families for a lively gathering filled with great food, games, and fellowship, in gratitude for a year of meaningful community impact.

Our team cares deeply about their work and the community they serve. Hence, creating space for an evening of connection, celebration, and reflection felt both fitting and well-deserved.

One of the evening’s highlights was a presentation by the Uganda Medical Mission’s “Dream Team”—Kule (A.J.) Kambere, Belineda Bellune, Stanley Senathipathy, and Zabrina Kerr—who shared on their recently completed and highly successful medical mission to Rwentutu, Western Uganda.

The four third-year Canadian medical students at the American University of Antigua (https://www.auamed.org/) are honing their expertise through hands-on experiences locally and abroad, a critical and strategic step in their professional development.

Thank you to the community volunteers, ably coordinated by our School’s Out Program Assistant, Ms. Tulivu Wamai. Their efforts and sacrifice made the event possible—freeing our hardworking staff to relax, reflect, and strengthen connections.

Knowledge sharing among service providers is a powerful instrument that empowers those on the front lines for even great...
02/04/2026

Knowledge sharing among service providers is a powerful instrument that empowers those on the front lines for even greater impact through mutual affirmation, shared reflection, and the identification of organizational blind spots that can limit agency.

Thanks to Heidi Glasgow of the Sources Infant Development Team for the kind invitation to visit with her team on January 14th to share lessons learned through UMOJA’s own community outreach work.

UMOJA’s representatives shared broadly on our service model, with a particular focus on cultural responsiveness. Through the brief but rich conversation, the Sources team raised thoughtful questions, primarily related to Early Years outreach among newcomer families with children ages 0 to 6, as informed by their own extensive experience in this context.

Our organizations have enjoyed a long and impactful collaboration in various forms, and more recently in food security through the Seeds of Change initiative. The diversification of this collaboration into additional thematic areas is truly welcomed, as it strengthens our collective capacity to better serve newcomer families.

As we emerge into what is proving to be a very busy start to 2026, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the...
02/04/2026

As we emerge into what is proving to be a very busy start to 2026, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the spirit of goodwill that characterized the recent Christmas holiday season.

The community’s generosity shown toward our newcomer families was outstanding—not only exceeding expectations but also surpassing giving levels in past seasons. It enabled multiple newcomers to experience memorable and dignified Christmas and New Year celebrations. The gratitude was evident, with many expressing a desire to pay it forward as they find long-term integration and economic stability.

Special thanks to our faithful champions—Ruth Beardsley and her husband; the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church; Hogan’s Alley, the Surrey Food Bank; City Reach; Sources/Seeds of Change partnership, and I Am Enough Society, among others—for their impactful support. It is not taken for granted!

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208/14888 104 Avenue
Surrey, BC
V3R1M4

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(604) - 581 - 5574

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