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Providing courses for professionals in education, law enforcement, businesses, and government. We offer a wide range of programs to provide cutting edge skills and knowledge training.
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Developing Cultural Competency
Cultural competence, also known as intercultural competence, is a range of cognitive, affective, and behavioural skills that lead to effective and appropriate communication with people of other cultures.
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Digital Harms: Hate and Racism Online
Learn how online harms threaten you and your organization as well as what you can do to mitigate the risk.
Online hate can have an impact in three interconnected ways:
- the harm done to its targets, either from personal harassment or from online spaces being experienced as hostile;
- the risk that those who encounter it may be radicalized by it, becoming more sympathetic and possibly even active; and
- the effect that it has on the values and culture of the online spaces in which it happens.
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Islam 101: Hidden History and modern challenges
Providing a crash course on Islam and Muslims as well as how to address the historical and contemporary stereotypes and myths that exist. Fun and engaging this course provides participants with functional knowledge and skills for understanding one of the worlds great traditions.
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Foundation News, Events, and Workshops
Free Virtual School Safety Training
In anticipation of the Fall 2023 return to school, the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) invites you to attend a virtual school safety
Vancouver Celebrates Ramadan, Eid Al-Fitr & Eid Al-Adha
(Vancouver – Wednesday, June 20, 2022) The BCMA had the honor of presenting in favor of Motion B2: Commemorating Muslim Holidays at Vancouver City Hall.
World Environment Day 2022: A Multicultural Awareness Event for Best Practises, Preparedness and Planning for Fire & Floods
(June 5, 2022) This event is being organized by a multi-faith and multiracial coalition to raise awareness of the role of climate change in causing more extreme
Mr. Chris Bowcock, Burnaby Fire Chief – World Environment Day 2022
This World Environment Day join Muslim, Sikh, Jewish, Christian, Indigenous, Black, Buddhist, Asian, and allied community and elected leaders as we build awareness of the
The Other People – Salmon Arm Secondary Sullivan
On May 27 2022 the Other People was on the road! We journeyed to Salmon Arm B.C and presented at the Salmon Arm Secondary Sullivan
The Other People – Salmon Arm Secondary Jackson
On May 26 2022 the Other People hit the road! We journeyed to Salmon Arm B.C and presented at the Salmon Arm Secondary Jackson (grades
Stop Asian Hate: Asians and Allies United! -2022
(May 25, 2022) The COVID-19 epidemic in January 2020 sparked widespread anxiety, as well as the quick dissemination of misinformation. Throughout the pandemic, bad actors
Safety Audit and Workshop Training 
MASJID RISK ASSESSMENT & SAFETY AUDIT Security Training Workshop for Masjid board members and community leaders. Training Provided by The Salam Project: An Ontario-based group
The Other People – St. Patrick Regional Secondary School
The Other People was formed through the coming together of community leaders and anti-racism organizations across the racial, religious, and cultural mosaic. The mission of The
The Other People – West Point Grey Academy
The Other People was formed through the coming together of community leaders and anti-racism organizations across the racial, religious, and cultural mosaic. The mission of The
Database Analyst Summer Time Job Opportunity!
As part of the Government of Canada’s Summer Time Job program for youth we are looking for a Database Analyst who has: Skills: Work hands-on
Social Survey Researcher Summer Time Job Opportunity!
As part of the Government of Canada’s Summer Time Job program for youth we are looking for a Social Survey Researcher who has: Skills: Support
Multimedia Graphics Technician Summer Time Job Opportunity!
As part of the Government of Canada’s Summer Time Job program for youth we are looking for a Multimedia Graphics Technician who has: Skills: Produce
Summer Job Position: Video Illustrator-Multimedia Work
As part of the Government of Canada’s Summer Time Job program for youth we are looking for a Video Illustrator who has Skills: Adobe Illustrator
The Other People – Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination (Promo Video)
The Other People was formed through the coming together of community leaders and anti-racism organizations across the racial, religious, and cultural mosaic. The mission of The
Dr. Wendy Cukier – How to empower women leaders and entrepreneurs in STEM
Elisha Yao – Executive Director of the Chinese Community Policing Centre
Celebrating Quality Asian Representation in Films, Art, and Media – VAFF & #Elimin8Hate
The Other People – L.A. Matheson
The Other People was formed through the coming together of community leaders and anti-racism organizations across the racial, religious, and cultural mosaic. The mission of The
Lu’ma Native Housing Society – Winter Readiness Kit Distribution with Islamic Relief Canada
(Vancouver – December 22, 2021), Supporting the distribution of 50 winter readiness kits to unhoused individuals in Vancouver, Foundation for a Path Forward worked with
Emergency Flood Relief for First Nations in BC
On Wednesday, December 22, 2022— In response to the historic flooding our province faced, the BC Muslim Association, in collaboration with faith based charities, including
Dr Heidi Beirich Co Founder of the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism
The Other People – King David High School
The Other People was formed through the coming together of community leaders and anti-racism organizations across the racial, religious, and cultural mosaic. The mission of The
Jeffrey A Heller Human Rights First and Ride for Human Rights
From Tk’emlúps te Secwe̓pemc (Kamloops) to Gaza Raising awareness for Children’s Mental Health
Let’s get together to walk in remembrance of the forgotten children, in honour of the children who face the brunt of the turmoils of the
The Columbia Institute Presents: What can local governments do about Islamophobia?
Foundation co-founders Tariq Tyab and Yusuf Siraj as they present to elected leaders across BC and Canada. Items discussed include: How Islamophobia is Showing up
Truth and Reconciliation Day
Today marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in B.C. and Canada. The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools,
September 17, 2021 Women’s safety training – in Partnership with the Vancouver Police Department (VPD)
For eight years now, a group of VPD female officers have been increasing women’s safety and giving back to the community, as part of the
MP Sameer Zuberi On his personal journey and building community
ASPIRE is providing counselling in British Columbia and Ontario
August 20, 2021 Women’s safety training – in Partnership with the Vancouver Police Department (VPD)
For eight years now, a group of VPD female officers have been increasing women’s safety and giving back to the community, as part of the
International Youth Day: Canadian Youth Leading the Fight for Social Justice & the Environment!
The vision for this event is to celebrate & amplify youth leaders working at the intersection of environmental and social justice Initiatives. Today’s youth are
Sikh and Muslim Community United in Service for Vulnerable Communities in Surrey, B.C.
The SACH Community Hub: Uniting and Serving Communities August 2nd, 2021, Surrey, B.C. The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare many of the ongoing social and
September 2, 2021 Women’s safety training – in Partnership with the Vancouver Police Department (VPD)
For eight years now, a group of VPD female officers have been increasing women’s safety and giving back to the community, as part of the
SACH Community Hub Launch
SACH Community Hub The South Asian Community Hub (SACH) is a Cross-sector, inter-agency, and collaborative intervention offering wrap around services. Located in the Newton neighbourhood
August 1, 2021 Women’s safety training – in Partnership with the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) 
For eight years now, a group of VPD female officers have been increasing women’s safety and giving back to the community, as part of the
The Anti-Racism Roadshow and Happy Hour: Lillooet
From July 29th – July 31th we brought the anti-Racism roadshow to Lillooet (our first two events took place at Whistler and Chilliwack in June
Safety and Security Training for Community Leaders
MASJID RISK ASSESSMENT & SAFETY AUDIT Security Training Workshop for Masjid board members and community leaders. Training Provided by The Salam Project: An Ontario-based group
National Forum Supporting Legislation to Combat Online Hate
We are hosting this forum to raise awareness and lend support to regulation being written by the Canadian Government to address online hate. Canada can
In Support Of St. George Coptic Orthodox Church
SURREY, B.C. – On July 19, 2021, A fire broke out at Surrey’s St. George Coptic Orthodox Church. Surrey RCMP has confirmed there was an
The Anti-Racism Roadshow and Happy Hour: Chilliwack
On June 30, 2021 a wildfire broke out near the town of Lytton, British Columbia. Since then, the fire has destroyed most of Lytton as
Law Enforcement Engagement Event with rcmp cst. gareth blount and MVTP Cst. Shiraaz Hanif
VPD Citizens Police Academy
In 2021 our executive team was invited to participate in the VPD’s Citizens Police Academy – where we gained a better understanding of how the
Support For The Lytton First Nation And Victims Of The 2021 B.C. Wildfires
(Vancouver, BC) — On June 30, 2021 a wildfire broke out near the town of Lytton, British Columbia. Since then, the fire has destroyed most
The Anti-Racism Roadshow & Happy Hour: Whistler
On June 25th – June 27th we held our first Anti-Racism roadshow in Whistler. We convened with Mayor Jack Crompton, the local Resilience B.C. Spoke
Law Enforcement Engagement Event with rcmp cst. gareth blount and MVTP Cst. Shiraaz Hanif
RCMP & BC Muslim Association Community Safety Plan
RCMP and Metro Vancouver Transit Police Community Safety and Security Guidelines immediately after Jummah Prayers on Fridays. RCMP Hate Crimes team and Metro Vancouver Transit Police
Environmental Stewardship in a Climate Emergency Panel Saving Our Planet, Faith in Action
MLA Teresa Wat Official Opposition Critic for Tourism, Arts, Culture, & Anti Racism Initiatives
Jane Hurtig, Director of Resilience BC Anti Racism Network Hub
Harman Singh Pandher B C Multiculturalism and Anti Racism Award Recipient
Dr. Udo Erasmus – Physical, Mental, and spiritual wellness: be healthy and pain free at 79
BC Parliamentary Secretary for Anti Racism Initiatives MLA Rachna Singh
Building Totems and People – Ron Rice Executive Director at Victoria Native Friendship Centre
Ron Rice is a member of Cowichan Tribes and has the hereditary name of Wush’q. He has lived in Victoria on and off for 25
2021 Annual Conference and AGM and present on “Addressing Social Polarization and Hate Crimes”
Our team members Tariq Tyab and Yusuf Siraj were honoured to present at the 2021 Annual Conference and AGM of the Canadian Municipal Network on
Interview with Tony McAleer — former Neo Nazi on the Cure For Hate
Metro Vancouver Transit Police with Cst Shiraaz Hanif Islam Unravelled
Interview with Cst Zahira Baji — one of the first Hijabi RCMP Officers in Canada
Rabbi Adam Stein: Interfaith Exchange Between the Jewish and Muslim Communities of Vancouver
Interview with Kashif Ahmed, the Board Chair of the National Council of Canadian Muslims NCCM
Our work with the RCMP
During the holy month of Ramadan, two police officers stand side by side in front of a mosque and address the crowd on a Friday
Law Enforcement Engagement Event with RCMP CPL. JASSY BINDRA & MVTP CST. SHIRAAZ HANIF
Law Enforcement Engagement Event with rcmp cpl. anthony statham & MVTP Cst. Shiraaz Hanif
Law Enforcement Engagement Event with rcmp cst. gareth blount and MVTP Cst. Shiraaz Hanif
Law Enforcement Engagement Event rcmp cst. gareth blount and MVTP Cst. Shiraaz Hanif
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Law Enforcement Engagement Event with rcmp cst. gareth blount and MVTP Cst. Shiraaz Hanif
Law Enforcement Engagement Event with RCMP CPL. ANTHONY STATHAM & MVTP CST. SHIRAAZ HANIF
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