Multicultural communities
Find programs and services for members of Canberra's multicultural community.
Awards, events and ceremonies
Migration
Migrating to Australia
If you're interested in migrating to Australia and living in Canberra, learn more about a Skilled Migration visa.
Overseas qualifications assessment
Get your overseas higher education qualifications assessed to prove your learning level in Australia and help you get a job.
Work experience and support
Free office skills course and unpaid work experience in the ACT Government for culturally and linguistically diverse Canberrans.
Refugees and asylum seekers
Free and discounted services for asylum seekers
Get a Services Access Card to help with costs while you’re waiting for a protection visa.
Companion House
Health services, counselling and cultural groups for asylum seekers and refugees.
Canberra Refugee Support
Help for asylum seekers and refugees to settle in the Canberra community.
Migrant and Refugee Settlement Service
Help to find a home, get health care, start education and training, and understand Australia.
Translating and Interpreting Service
Help to understand and talk to someone in English to get services or information.
Community centres and meeting rooms
ACT Government contacts
Office for Multicultural Affairs
We coordinate the ACT Government’s work to promote an inclusive and diverse city where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Ministerial Advisory Council for Multiculturalism
We advise the ACT Government on the aspirations, needs and concerns of multicultural Canberrans.