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SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \nISSofBC is a non-profit organization\, and Career Paths is an employment program designed to assist newcomers in reconnecting with their pre-arrival occupations/careers. The program is government-funded and comes at no cost to you. Here are some of the services we offer:    \n\nFUNDED Skills Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUSTRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPRACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\nThank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Information Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arrival profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our services\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course funding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement opportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \n \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \n \nCareer Paths Team
URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-information-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="career paths":MAILTO:careerpaths@issbc.org
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UID:10008203-1748952000-1748955600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-03/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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UID:10010608-1748952000-1748955600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-06-03/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T130000
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UID:10008204-1749124800-1749128400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
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UID:10001726-1749211200-1749213000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001727-1749556800-1749558600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-06-10/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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UID:10002302-1749556800-1749560400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \nISSofBC is a non-profit organization\, and Career Paths is an employment program designed to assist newcomers in reconnecting with their pre-arrival occupations/careers. The program is government-funded and comes at no cost to you. Here are some of the services we offer:    \n\nFUNDED Skills Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUSTRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPRACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\nThank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Information Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arrival profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our services\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course funding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement opportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \nCareer Paths Team
URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-information-session-3/2025-06-10/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="career paths":MAILTO:careerpaths@issbc.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250729T224240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T223908Z
UID:10008186-1749556800-1749560400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20251020T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z
UID:10010610-1749556800-1749560400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250606T184457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185620Z
UID:10002168-1749646800-1749654000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Resume & Cover Letter Writing Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Looking to improve your resume and cover letter? \n\nJoin our Resume & Cover Letter Workshop and gain practical tools\, expert tips\, and personalized guidance to strengthen your job applications and boost your chances of success in the BC job market. \n\nThis session will walk you through the essentials of writing clear\, effective\, and professional documents that reflect your skills and experience. \n\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\n	Create a Canadian-style resume tailored to your career goals\n\n	Write compelling cover letters that showcase your strengths\n\n	Avoid common mistakes that hurt your chances\n\n	Use keywords to get noticed by employers and resume scanners\n\n	Customize your applications for different job postings\n\n	Know where to find free templates\, resources\, digital tools\, and 1-on-1 support
URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-cover-letter-writing-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Resume.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250729T224240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T223908Z
UID:10008187-1749729600-1749733200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20251020T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z
UID:10010611-1749729600-1749733200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250613T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001728-1749816000-1749817800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-16-091511.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250606T185344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185345Z
UID:10002212-1749819600-1749826800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Interview Skills & Informational Interviews Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Programs - Online
DESCRIPTION:Want to ace your next interview? \n\nJoin our Interview Skills & Informational Interviews Workshop and build the confidence and skills you need to succeed in any job interview—whether in person or online. \n\nThis session will help you prepare for interviews\, understand what employers are looking for\, and learn how to make great connections through informational interviews. \n\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nAccess helpful resources and get personalized feedback \n\nAnswer common interview questions with confidence and clarity \n\nPrepare effectively before an interview\, and make a good impression after \n\nUse body language and tone to make a positive impression \n\nPrepare for virtual interviews using AI interview training software \n\nConduct effective informational interviews to explore career options and build your network \n\nJoin us today to improve your interview skills and feel ready for any job opportunity! \n\nWe’ll support you every step of the way to help you succeed.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/interview-skills-informational-interviews-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-programs-online/2025-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Interview.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001729-1750161600-1750163400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-16-091511.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250609T172544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T172712Z
UID:10002303-1750161600-1750165200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \nISSofBC is a non-profit organization\, and Career Paths is an employment program designed to assist newcomers in reconnecting with their pre-arrival occupations/careers. The program is government-funded and comes at no cost to you. Here are some of the services we offer:    \n\nFUNDED Skills Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUSTRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPRACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\nThank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Information Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arrival profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our services\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course funding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement opportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \nCareer Paths Team
URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-information-session-3/2025-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-West-info-Session-.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="career paths":MAILTO:careerpaths@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250729T224240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T223908Z
UID:10008205-1750161600-1750165200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20251020T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z
UID:10010612-1750161600-1750165200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250606T190320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T190321Z
UID:10002256-1750165200-1750172400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Workplace Safety Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Want to stay safe and know your rights at work? \n\nJoin our Workplace Safety Workshop to learn how to protect yourself and understand your rights in the workplace. \n\nThis session will introduce important safety practices and explain how public regulatory bodies help protect and support workers in BC. \n\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nAdvocate for your own safety as a worker\, and emphasize your health and wellbeing \n\nRecognize common workplace hazards and prevent accidents \n\nUnderstand your workplace safety rights and the responsibilities of your employer \n\nLearn how WorkSafeBC helps protect workers and what to do if you get injured \n\nCommunicate effectively about safety concerns with employers \n\nAccess resources and support for a safe working environment \n\nJoin us to learn how to work safely and protect yourself on the job! \n\nWe’re here to help you stay informed and confident in your workplace.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/workplace-safety-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program-online/2025-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Workplace-Safety.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250729T224240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T223908Z
UID:10008206-1750334400-1750338000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-19/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20251020T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z
UID:10010613-1750334400-1750338000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-06-19/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001730-1750420800-1750422600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-06-20/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-16-091511.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250606T191046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T191047Z
UID:10002300-1750424400-1750431600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Employment Rights & Responsibilities Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Know your rights as a worker in BC! \n\nJoin our Employment Rights Workshop to learn about your rights and how to protect yourself at work. Knowing your rights helps you get fair treatment and avoid problems on the job. \n\nThis session will explain the important role of the BC Employment Standards Branch\, which enforces workplace laws in BC. You’ll learn about rules on wages\, hours\, overtime\, leaves\, and ending a job. We’ll also show you how to spot if your rights are being broken and how to get help by filing a complaint or finding support. \n\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nAccess resources and support for fair and safe employment \n\nUnderstand your basic employment rights under BC law \n\nLearn about wages\, hours of work\, overtime\, and breaks \n\nKnow your rights related to leaves\, holidays\, and termination \n\nDiscover how the Employment Standards Branch enforces workplace laws and helps resolve disputes \n\nFind out how to file a complaint if your rights are violated \n\nJoin us to understand your employment rights and how to stand up for yourself at work! \n\nWe’re here to support you in creating a fair and respectful workplace.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/employment-rights-responsibilities-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program-online/2025-06-20/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Employment-Rights.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001731-1750766400-1750768200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-16-091511.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250609T172544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T172712Z
UID:10002304-1750766400-1750770000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \nISSofBC is a non-profit organization\, and Career Paths is an employment program designed to assist newcomers in reconnecting with their pre-arrival occupations/careers. The program is government-funded and comes at no cost to you. Here are some of the services we offer:    \n\nFUNDED Skills Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUSTRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPRACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\nThank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Information Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arrival profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our services\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course funding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement opportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \nCareer Paths Team
URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-information-session-3/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-West-info-Session-.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="career paths":MAILTO:careerpaths@issbc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250729T224240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T223908Z
UID:10008188-1750766400-1750770000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-24/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20251020T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z
UID:10010614-1750766400-1750770000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-06-24/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T225539
CREATED:20250729T224240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T223908Z
UID:10008189-1750939200-1750942800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg
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