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Chimo is a non-profit organization serving people in crisis, transition and through education

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Our Three Pillars

Access to Housing
Access to Justice
Access to Crisis Care

What does ‘Chimo’ mean?

Chimo is a friendly way of greeting someone in Inuktitut. The word ‘Chimo’ is believed to mean a special friend for people in need of someone to talk to. It is said that when the Inuit people would greet each other with the word ‘Chimo’ they would simultaneously circle their hearts with their left hands.

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No specific experience is required to take part in any of our unique programs. We provide comprehensive training to prepare you for the volunteer role that you choose.

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Chimo Community Services is supported by people like you.
Your contribution helps us to continue our work to give back to communities and provide individuals and families the support they need.

Our Services

Newcomers

We provide information and support services for individuals and families new to Canada. Our professional advocates can assist newcomers in various areas to help them integrate.

Counselling

Our team of professional counsellors is committed to helping people cope with difficult circumstances and work through a wide range of issues they may be going through.

Transition Housing

We can assist in finding safe shelter, information, emotional support, practical assistance, education, and advocacy for women and their children fleeing violence in the home.

Crisis Line

Free, confidential and non-judgmental emotional support is provided from 8:00am to midnight, seven days a week, with our professionally trained Chimo Community Service volunteers.

Community Engagement

We provide interactive workshops and information sessions on a variety of important topics that impact the local community, all delivered to classes within the Richmond School District.

Outreach & Advocacy

Responds to a range of issues including immigration, income assistance, pensions, housing, disabilities, mental health and family violence.

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Chimo Community Services

120 – 7000 Minoru Boulevard,
Richmond, B.C., Canada V6Y 3Z5
Hours: Mon to Fri, 9:00AM to 4:30PM
Telephone: 604-279-7077
Fax: 604-279-7075