Langley’s International Festival Society’s 5th Annual Multicultural Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony held at the Langley Golf and Banquet Centre again brought out many politicians and community leaders from Langley. The function also serves as an awards function where they recognize individuals in various categories. Nasheman Waheed was awarded in the ‘Youth’ category for her volunteer work with the Settlement and Integration Services at the Langley Community Services Society. She facilitates youth and children’s programs, and represents the organization at cultural fairs. Geoffrey Metcalfe, a retired school teacher, won the award in the ‘Senior’ category for being an instrumental in teaching the literacy and language skills to the Karen Seniors Group at the Langley Community Services Society. Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) has been awarded the diversity award in the ‘Education’ category for providing assistance to immigrants and refugees through a variety of programs and services including language education, job search assistance, training, mentoring from professionals in different fields, and community connections support. The Boys and Girls Club of South Coast BC was the winner for the ‘Community Services’ Award. The Boys and Girls Club of Langley provides a safe, supportive place where children and youths from different backgrounds and nationalities can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life.
