Board Chair and CEO’s Message

Dear Friends,

We are proud to share ISSofBC’s 2024-25 Annual Impact Report, along with our first report on progress toward implementing our Truth and Reconciliation Strategy (TRS). Together, these publications reflect a year of significant transition and continued impact.

In 2024, changes to Canada’s immigration policy—including reduced targets and more stringent regulations—signaled a shift in the national approach to immigration. While these changes brought new complexities, they also reinforced the importance of clear, coordinated action to maintain Canada’s international role as a destination of choice for newcomers seeking opportunity, safety, and belonging.

Throughout this period, ISSofBC supported more than 25,000 individuals across British Columbia—newcomers who brought with them resilience, ambition, and a commitment to building new lives. Our programs enabled clients to settle in communities, learn English, study, and find work. Their stories and successes inspire us.

Behind each newcomer’s story is our dedicated team of more than 450 talented and diverse staff, and a strong network of volunteers, partners, and funders. We thank them all—and are especially grateful for the commitment and resilience of our team during a year marked by significant change. We acknowledge with appreciation the colleagues who concluded their time with ISSofBC during this period.

As we move forward, we remain committed to advocating for a shared vision of immigration that supports economic growth, strengthens communities, and reflects Canada’s values. The impact captured in this report is both a reflection of that commitment and a call to continue working together to build a more inclusive and equitable future.

Thank you for your continued support for ISSofBC’s work and our enduring legacy in so many lives.

Sincerely,

Alec Attfield, Board Chair
and
Jonathan Oldman, CEO