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SUMMARY:MULTICULTURAL HUB EVENT – ISSofBC Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn how ISSofBC can support you and your family in building a new life in Canada with the following services:SettlementLanguage LearningEmployment \n\nISSofBC Maple Ridge \n\nUnit 110\, 22638 119 Avenue\, Maple Ridge\, BC V2X 2Z7
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-hub-event-issofbc-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English,Find Work
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SUMMARY:TeleHealth and Virtual Medical Services | By Avee Health
DESCRIPTION:🩺 Need Medical Care but Can’t Make It to a Clinic? \n\nWhat if you could connect with a healthcare professional from the comfort of your own home?Join us for an informative session with Avee Health to learn about TeleHealth and Virtual Medical Services and how they can help you access healthcare remotely. \n\nIn this session\, you’ll learn:💻 What virtual healthcare services are and how they work🩺 What types of medical concerns can be addressed virtually📱 How to access and use TeleHealth services❓ What to expect during a virtual medical appointment🧑‍⚕️ When virtual care may be appropriate and when you may need in-person care \n\nWhether you’re new to Canada or simply interested in learning more about virtual healthcare options\, this session is a great opportunity to understand what services are available and how to access them. \n\nThis session will be offered in a hybrid format. You can join us online via MS Teams or attend in person at New Westminster Public Library. \n\nEligibility Criteria❑ Permanent Resident (PR)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nLooking forward to seeing you!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/telehealth-and-virtual-medical-services/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join a safe\, welcoming space where you can share your experiences\, feel heard\, and receive support from women who understand your journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about free local resources that support employment\, English learning\, financial assistance\, housing\, health\, mental health\, education and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpand your community.  Learn from others\, develop new skills\, and work towards your goals. \n\n\n\n\n\nBuild confidence and improve your English through real conversations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n280-610 6th Street \n\nNew Westminster\, BC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group-2/2026-10-06/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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UID:10014345-1791280800-1791295200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-06/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\n***Applications due by October 3*** \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin February 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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UID:10014126-1791453600-1791468000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T150000
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SUMMARY:BC Housing and Co-Ops Programs | By BC Housing Representative
DESCRIPTION:🏠 Looking for Affordable Housing in BC? Not Sure Where to Start? \n\nWondering what BC Housing offers\, who may be eligible\, or how to apply for housing support? \n\nJoin us for an informative session with a BC Housing representative to learn more about available programs and services for eligible individuals and families. \n\nDuring this session\, you’ll learn about:🏡 BC Housing programs and services📋 Eligibility requirements and how to apply💰 Housing supports and assistance that may be available🔎 How to search for and access housing resources❓ Where to get more information and support \n\nWhether you’re new to BC or looking for affordable housing options\, this session will help you better understand BC Housing and the resources available to you. \n\nThis session will be held online via MS Teams\, click the registration button below to receive the link for the meeting.  \n\nEligibility Criteria❑ Permanent Resident (PR)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nLooking forward to seeing you!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/bc-housing-and-co-ops-programs-by-bc-housing-representative/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:New to Canada? Start Strong! Everything you need to know for your first months in B.C.
DESCRIPTION:Eligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents  ❑ Protected Person (Received positive response from court)
URL:https://issbc.org/event/new-to-canada-start-strong-everything-you-need-to-know-for-your-first-months-in-b-c-2/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261012T140000
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SUMMARY:تازه به کانادا آمده اید؟ شروعی قدرتمند داشته باشید. هر آنچه در هفته‌ها و ماه‌های اول زندگی در بریتیش کلمبیا باید بدانید
DESCRIPTION:این کارگاه برای دارندگان اقامت دائم و پناهندگان پذیرفته‌شده است
URL:https://issbc.org/event/%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%b2%d9%87-%d8%a8%d9%87-%da%a9%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%af%d8%a7-%d8%a2%d9%85%d8%af%d9%87-%d8%a7%db%8c%d8%af%d8%9f-%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b9%db%8c-%d9%82%d8%af%d8%b1%d8%aa%d9%85%d9%86%d8%af/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T120000
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SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join a safe\, welcoming space where you can share your experiences\, feel heard\, and receive support from women who understand your journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about free local resources that support employment\, English learning\, financial assistance\, housing\, health\, mental health\, education and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpand your community.  Learn from others\, develop new skills\, and work towards your goals. \n\n\n\n\n\nBuild confidence and improve your English through real conversations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n280-610 6th Street \n\nNew Westminster\, BC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group-2/2026-10-13/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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UID:10014127-1791885600-1791900000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-13/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T113000
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to get more educated about your Mental Health? \n\nThis 10-week workshop series\, with a different guest speaker every week. You will get practical information about health\, mental health\, services in BC\, and where to get help. \n\nYou’ll learn about anxiety\, depression\, stress and emotions\, autism\, ADHD\, Alzheimer’s and dementia\, healthcare in BC\, counselling\, crisis support\, and much more. \n\nThese are some of the organizations you will learn from:  \n\n\n	Purpose Society • \n\n	Moving Forward Family Services  \n\n	Alzheimer Society of BC and Yukon \n\n	EmotionsBC \n\n	Crisis Centre of BC \n\n	New West Family Place\n\n	Clever Clogs Inclusive Academy \n\n	Mood Disorders BC \n\n	BounceBack BC – Fraser Health \n\n	VAST\, and more.\n\n\n\n\nRegister for workshop series and learn about many different areas of mental health and wellbeing. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from mental health professionals and community organizations across BC—and ask them your questions! \n\nAnd there’s more! 🎁 If you attend 8 out of the 10 sessions\, you’ll be entered into a draw to win one of three prizes!🏆 Our first prize is FREE Standard First Aid Certification Training from Vida First Aid (value $170 + tax). First Aid is a useful skill for everyone\, and many employers also look for this certification. \n\nMake sure you register today! I really hope to see many of you there! 😊 \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nThis series will be offered online via MS Teams every Thursday starting October 8th to December 17th  \n\nRegistration is strictly required! Please register in advance to reserve your spot.We look forward to having you join us! \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send an email to Hala at [hala.helmy@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/mental-health-and-wellbeing-educational-series/2026-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261016T120000
DTSTAMP:20261103T193833Z
CREATED:20261015T171645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T193833Z
UID:10015285-1792146600-1792152000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Looking for practical information about health\, wellness\, and support services in BC?  \n\nJoin our 10-week Health & Wellness Workshop Series! \n\nEach week\, you’ll hear from a different guest speaker or community organization and learn about important health and wellness topics\, available services\, and where to find support in your community. \n\nThroughout the series\, you’ll learn about topics such as: \n\n\n	🥗 Nutrition and healthy living\n\n	💊 Medications and pharmacy services\n\n	🏥 Accessing Healthcare services in BC \n\n	💬 Counselling and mental health support\n\n	🆘 Crisis support and resources\n\n	👵 Seniors’ health and safety\n\n	And much more!\n\n\nYou’ll also have the opportunity to learn directly from organizations and professionals\, including Seniors First BC\, Clever Clogs\, Avee Health\, Emotions BC\, Family Caregivers BC\, Fraser Health team\, Sequoia Rx\, and more. \n\n💬 Learn\, Ask Questions & ConnectThis is a great opportunity to hear directly from health and wellness professionals and community organizations across BC\, learn about services available to you\, and ask questions about the topics that matter to you. \n\n🎁 Attend & Enter Our Prize Draw! \n\nThere’s an extra reason to join us!If you attend 8 out of the 10 sessions\, you’ll be entered into a draw for one of three prizes.🏆 First Prize: FREE Standard First Aid Certification Training from Vida First Aid — a value of $170 + tax! \n\nFirst Aid is a valuable skill for everyone and can also be a certification that many employers look for. \n\nRegister today and join us for this exciting 10-week series! We hope to see you there! 😊 \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 4+) \n\n📍 Hybrid Format: You can join the sessions online from the comfort of your home or attend in person at our ISSofBC New Westminster office Every Friday starting October 9th to December 4thOur office address is provided at the bottom of this post. \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send an email to Hala at [hala.helmy@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-educational-series/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z
CREATED:20260520T184006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z
UID:10012743-1792490400-1792497600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join a safe\, welcoming space where you can share your experiences\, feel heard\, and receive support from women who understand your journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about free local resources that support employment\, English learning\, financial assistance\, housing\, health\, mental health\, education and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpand your community.  Learn from others\, develop new skills\, and work towards your goals. \n\n\n\n\n\nBuild confidence and improve your English through real conversations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n280-610 6th Street \n\nNew Westminster\, BC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group-2/2026-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T212634Z
CREATED:20260917T211209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T212634Z
UID:10014130-1792490400-1792504800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T212634Z
CREATED:20260917T211209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T212634Z
UID:10014131-1792576800-1792591200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T113000
DTSTAMP:20261015T185516Z
CREATED:20261014T230337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T185516Z
UID:10014887-1792663200-1792668600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to get more educated about your Mental Health? \n\nThis 10-week workshop series\, with a different guest speaker every week. You will get practical information about health\, mental health\, services in BC\, and where to get help. \n\nYou’ll learn about anxiety\, depression\, stress and emotions\, autism\, ADHD\, Alzheimer’s and dementia\, healthcare in BC\, counselling\, crisis support\, and much more. \n\nThese are some of the organizations you will learn from:  \n\n\n	Purpose Society • \n\n	Moving Forward Family Services  \n\n	Alzheimer Society of BC and Yukon \n\n	EmotionsBC \n\n	Crisis Centre of BC \n\n	New West Family Place\n\n	Clever Clogs Inclusive Academy \n\n	Mood Disorders BC \n\n	BounceBack BC – Fraser Health \n\n	VAST\, and more.\n\n\n\n\nRegister for workshop series and learn about many different areas of mental health and wellbeing. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from mental health professionals and community organizations across BC—and ask them your questions! \n\nAnd there’s more! 🎁 If you attend 8 out of the 10 sessions\, you’ll be entered into a draw to win one of three prizes!🏆 Our first prize is FREE Standard First Aid Certification Training from Vida First Aid (value $170 + tax). First Aid is a useful skill for everyone\, and many employers also look for this certification. \n\nMake sure you register today! I really hope to see many of you there! 😊 \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nThis series will be offered online via MS Teams every Thursday starting October 8th to December 17th  \n\nRegistration is strictly required! Please register in advance to reserve your spot.We look forward to having you join us! \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send an email to Hala at [hala.helmy@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/mental-health-and-wellbeing-educational-series/2026-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T212634Z
CREATED:20260917T211209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T212634Z
UID:10014132-1792663200-1792677600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T195535Z
CREATED:20260904T162348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T195535Z
UID:10013825-1792674000-1792681200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English\, Arabic and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nJoin us for an informative workshop on Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada. This session is designed to help newcomers better understand Canadian customs\, social interactions\, and cultural expectations while respecting and celebrating diverse backgrounds. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: October 22\, 2026 \n\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Arabic and Spanish    \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\n\n\nhttps://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/POSTER-Social-Etiquette-Cultural-Awareness-2026-OCTB-22-khalid-Nour-u.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-canada-english-arabic-and-spanish/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261023T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261023T120000
DTSTAMP:20261103T193833Z
CREATED:20261015T171645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T193833Z
UID:10015286-1792751400-1792756800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Looking for practical information about health\, wellness\, and support services in BC?  \n\nJoin our 10-week Health & Wellness Workshop Series! \n\nEach week\, you’ll hear from a different guest speaker or community organization and learn about important health and wellness topics\, available services\, and where to find support in your community. \n\nThroughout the series\, you’ll learn about topics such as: \n\n\n	🥗 Nutrition and healthy living\n\n	💊 Medications and pharmacy services\n\n	🏥 Accessing Healthcare services in BC \n\n	💬 Counselling and mental health support\n\n	🆘 Crisis support and resources\n\n	👵 Seniors’ health and safety\n\n	And much more!\n\n\nYou’ll also have the opportunity to learn directly from organizations and professionals\, including Seniors First BC\, Clever Clogs\, Avee Health\, Emotions BC\, Family Caregivers BC\, Fraser Health team\, Sequoia Rx\, and more. \n\n💬 Learn\, Ask Questions & ConnectThis is a great opportunity to hear directly from health and wellness professionals and community organizations across BC\, learn about services available to you\, and ask questions about the topics that matter to you. \n\n🎁 Attend & Enter Our Prize Draw! \n\nThere’s an extra reason to join us!If you attend 8 out of the 10 sessions\, you’ll be entered into a draw for one of three prizes.🏆 First Prize: FREE Standard First Aid Certification Training from Vida First Aid — a value of $170 + tax! \n\nFirst Aid is a valuable skill for everyone and can also be a certification that many employers look for. \n\nRegister today and join us for this exciting 10-week series! We hope to see you there! 😊 \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 4+) \n\n📍 Hybrid Format: You can join the sessions online from the comfort of your home or attend in person at our ISSofBC New Westminster office Every Friday starting October 9th to December 4thOur office address is provided at the bottom of this post. \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send an email to Hala at [hala.helmy@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-educational-series/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z
CREATED:20260520T184006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z
UID:10012744-1793095200-1793102400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join a safe\, welcoming space where you can share your experiences\, feel heard\, and receive support from women who understand your journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about free local resources that support employment\, English learning\, financial assistance\, housing\, health\, mental health\, education and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpand your community.  Learn from others\, develop new skills\, and work towards your goals. \n\n\n\n\n\nBuild confidence and improve your English through real conversations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n280-610 6th Street \n\nNew Westminster\, BC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group-2/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T212634Z
CREATED:20260917T211209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T212634Z
UID:10014133-1793095200-1793109600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T212634Z
CREATED:20260917T211209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T212634Z
UID:10014134-1793181600-1793196000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T113000
DTSTAMP:20261015T185516Z
CREATED:20261014T230337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T185516Z
UID:10014888-1793268000-1793273400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to get more educated about your Mental Health? \n\nThis 10-week workshop series\, with a different guest speaker every week. You will get practical information about health\, mental health\, services in BC\, and where to get help. \n\nYou’ll learn about anxiety\, depression\, stress and emotions\, autism\, ADHD\, Alzheimer’s and dementia\, healthcare in BC\, counselling\, crisis support\, and much more. \n\nThese are some of the organizations you will learn from:  \n\n\n	Purpose Society • \n\n	Moving Forward Family Services  \n\n	Alzheimer Society of BC and Yukon \n\n	EmotionsBC \n\n	Crisis Centre of BC \n\n	New West Family Place\n\n	Clever Clogs Inclusive Academy \n\n	Mood Disorders BC \n\n	BounceBack BC – Fraser Health \n\n	VAST\, and more.\n\n\n\n\nRegister for workshop series and learn about many different areas of mental health and wellbeing. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from mental health professionals and community organizations across BC—and ask them your questions! \n\nAnd there’s more! 🎁 If you attend 8 out of the 10 sessions\, you’ll be entered into a draw to win one of three prizes!🏆 Our first prize is FREE Standard First Aid Certification Training from Vida First Aid (value $170 + tax). First Aid is a useful skill for everyone\, and many employers also look for this certification. \n\nMake sure you register today! I really hope to see many of you there! 😊 \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nThis series will be offered online via MS Teams every Thursday starting October 8th to December 17th  \n\nRegistration is strictly required! Please register in advance to reserve your spot.We look forward to having you join us! \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send an email to Hala at [hala.helmy@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/mental-health-and-wellbeing-educational-series/2026-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T212634Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Facilitation & Leadership FREE Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n\nAre you passionate about helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\nWhat will you receive? \n\n\n	 Training on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n	Hands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women\n\n	A Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion plus ongoing support\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n	Immigrant women ages 19+\n\n	Permanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugees with a positive Notice of Decision)\n\n	English level: CLB Level 4\n\n	Strong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\nProgram Dates\n\nTraining Sessions:\n\n\n	October 6 – November 12\n\n	Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays\n\n	10:00am to 2:00pm\n\n\nPracticum Dates:\n\n\n	Groups begin April 2027\n\n	10 weeks\, 4 hours a week\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUMFA4RkdFT1UwMTZRQTRLWURaNllDRFA5MS4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nContact us for more information: \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org / 778.372.6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-facilitation-leadership-free-training-2/2026-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Medical Services & Accessing Healthcare Service Providers
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to BC and unsure where to go when you need medical care? \n\nJoin us for an informative session with Fraser Health to learn more about navigating the healthcare system and accessing medical services in your community. \n\nIn this workshop\, you will learn about: \n\n\n	How to find a family doctor or nurse practitioner\n\n	Different healthcare services and providers available in BC\n\n	Where to go when you need medical care\n\n	How to access healthcare resources in your community\n\n	Tips for navigating the BC healthcare system\n\n	An opportunity to ask questions and connect with the Fraser Health team\n\n\n💻 Hybrid Workshop: Join us online via MS Teams or attend in person at our New Westminster office\, address is provided below. In-person attendance is encouraged for those who live around the area of New Westminster and Burnaby\, you can connect directly with the Fraser Health team and ask questions. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nRegistration is strictly required! Please register in advance to reserve your spot.We look forward to having you join us! \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send an email to Lina at [lina.mohammed@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/community-resources-in-bc-online-portals-for-social-benefits-test/2026-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Health and Wellness Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Looking for practical information about health\, wellness\, and support services in BC?  \n\nJoin our 10-week Health & Wellness Workshop Series! \n\nEach week\, you’ll hear from a different guest speaker or community organization and learn about important health and wellness topics\, available services\, and where to find support in your community. \n\nThroughout the series\, you’ll learn about topics such as: \n\n\n	🥗 Nutrition and healthy living\n\n	💊 Medications and pharmacy services\n\n	🏥 Accessing Healthcare services in BC \n\n	💬 Counselling and mental health support\n\n	🆘 Crisis support and resources\n\n	👵 Seniors’ health and safety\n\n	And much more!\n\n\nYou’ll also have the opportunity to learn directly from organizations and professionals\, including Seniors First BC\, Clever Clogs\, Avee Health\, Emotions BC\, Family Caregivers BC\, Fraser Health team\, Sequoia Rx\, and more. \n\n💬 Learn\, Ask Questions & ConnectThis is a great opportunity to hear directly from health and wellness professionals and community organizations across BC\, learn about services available to you\, and ask questions about the topics that matter to you. \n\n🎁 Attend & Enter Our Prize Draw! \n\nThere’s an extra reason to join us!If you attend 8 out of the 10 sessions\, you’ll be entered into a draw for one of three prizes.🏆 First Prize: FREE Standard First Aid Certification Training from Vida First Aid — a value of $170 + tax! \n\nFirst Aid is a valuable skill for everyone and can also be a certification that many employers look for. \n\nRegister today and join us for this exciting 10-week series! We hope to see you there! 😊 \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 4+) \n\n📍 Hybrid Format: You can join the sessions online from the comfort of your home or attend in person at our ISSofBC New Westminster office Every Friday starting October 9th to December 4thOur office address is provided at the bottom of this post. \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send an email to Hala at [hala.helmy@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-educational-series/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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