Quality Without Compromise
Our Vision
A welcoming and inclusive community where newcomers can thrive and build a brighter future.
Our Mission
KIS empowers newcomers, immigrants, refugees, and marginalized individuals to achieve their full potential through comprehensive settlement, integration, and social inclusion services.
Our History
Established in 1985, KIS has been a trusted community partner in the Thompson-Nicola Regional Area (SPOKE) for over 30 years. We have supported over 10,000 newcomers in achieving their dreams and building new lives in Canada.
Meet Our Team
Our dedicated team of multilingual and experienced professionals is passionate about supporting newcomers and fostering community connections. We are committed to providing personalized and culturally sensitive services that meet the unique needs of each individual.
What We Do
At KIS, we offer a comprehensive range of services to support newcomers in various aspects of life in Canada, including:
Settlement & Integration
- Welcome and orientation services
- Settlement program for newcomers
- Employment and financial resources
- Housing and accommodations support
- Cultural and community integration programs
Children & Family Support
- Programs for refugee children, youth, and families
- Childminding services
- Parenting support and workshops
- Spring and summer camps
Women's Empowerment
- Support groups and workshops for women
- Economic empowerment programs
- Access to legal and childcare resources
Community & Diversity
- Interpretation and translation services
- Cultural diversity outreach programs
- Inclusive workplace program
Additional Services
- English language learning programs and testing
- Outreach and resource referral
- Crisis response and support services
Join Us
If you are a newcomer or are looking to connect with a supportive community, join KIS today! We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment where you can connect with others, learn, and grow.
General Overview
The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences with the Kamloops Immigrantion Service. The service seems to have varying levels of effectiveness in providing assistance to individuals, particularly with regards to language classes and immigration support.
Language and Education Services
Two reviewers, Dianne and Hema, had positive experiences with the service's language classes, with Dianne's child enjoying the programs and Hema praising the professionalism and teaching skills of her instructor, Lucia. Jenny Kim also expresses her gratitude for the service's programs, but provides no specific details.
Immigration Assistance
Miguel Lopez is extremely dissatisfied with the service, claiming that he was unable to make an appointment and was not called back in response to his message. Hema mentions that the service was helpful in her English learning journey, but does not specifically recommend it for immigration assistance.
Translation Services
Sergey Temerkhanov has a poor experience with the service's translation services, citing late, incomplete, and expensive work. MrJockito also expresses strong discontent with the service's performance, though the nature of his issue is unclear.
Conclusion
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