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PICS Society Celebrates Opening of New Prince George Location

Prince George-Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society proudly announces the successful opening of its new office in Prince George, BC, located at Unit 203 – 715 Victoria Street. This significant expansion reflects PICS Society’s unwavering commitment to supporting skilled immigrants, seniors, international students, and other community members throughout Northern BC.

The new office offers a comprehensive range of services, including credential navigation pathways, career counseling, job-readiness coaching, mentorship, resume building, and pre-arrival services. By bringing these essential resources closer to the community, PICS Society aims to empower individuals to achieve their professional and personal goals, both before and after their arrival in Canada.

The grand opening event was attended by over 150 people, including a diverse group of local dignitaries and community leaders including the Mayor of Prince George Simon Yu, Member of Parliament Todd Doherty, and representatives from the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), Work BC Centre – Prince George, Prince George Chamber of Commerce, local Sikh temple leaders, and numerous local business professionals. Their presence underscored the collaborative spirit of this initiative and highlighted the strong support from the community.

Satbir Cheema, CEO & President of PICS Society, commented on the event: “The successful opening of our Prince George office represents a major milestone in our mission to provide high-quality support to diverse communities across British Columbia. We are deeply grateful for the support of our local partners and leaders, who share our commitment to enhancing the lives of residents in Northern BC.”