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SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle in Maple Ridge! This in-person circle is perfect for lower intermediate speakers who want to build confidence\, improve their skills\, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Share stories\, make new friends\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-lower-intermediate-in-person/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Wednesdays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays)\, Farsi\, Dari\, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays) \n\n \n\nA program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to: \n\n\n\n•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors \n\n•Promote digital literacy and inclusion \n\n•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness \n\n•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities \n\n•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM \n\nISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster\, BC \n\n \n\nTo Register:  connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\n \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-for-resilient-future/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T103000
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UID:10003429-1753266600-1753272000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle at the Pitt Meadows Public Library! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor\, 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, V3Y 0E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T202412Z
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SUMMARY:Money and Finances in Canada - Day 1 Online
DESCRIPTION:مفاهیم پایه پول و امور مالی در کانادا -روز اول | آنلاین \n\nFarsi/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to Learn More About Finances in Canada?  \n\nManaging your finances is an important step toward building a stable and successful life in Canada. This workshop offers a broad introduction to the Canadian financial landscape\, helping you feel more confident with everyday money matters. Whether you’re new to the country or simply looking to strengthen your financial knowledge\, you’ll gain practical insights the Canadian money system. \n\nThe following topics will be covered in this 2 days workshop: \n\n❖ Currency used in Canada❖ Basic banking concepts❖ Different types of accounts❖ Credit cards❖ Sending money to your home country \n\n❖ Managing your money \n\n❖ Fraud & identity theft \n\n❖Taxes \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\nFor Inquiries and registration: Send an email to [mojgan.heydarpour@issbc.org] or Call [778-372-6544] \n\n\n\nآیا می خواهید در مورد امور مالی در کانادا بیشتر بدانید؟ \n\nمدیریت امور مالی گامی مهم در جهت ایجاد یک زندگی پایدار و موفق در کانادا است. این کارگاه مقدمه‌ای جامع بر چشم‌انداز مالی کانادا ارائه می‌دهد و به شما کمک می‌کند تا در امور مالی روزمره اعتماد به نفس بیشتری داشته باشید. چه تازه به این کشور آمده باشید و چه صرفاً به دنبال تقویت دانش مالی خود باشید، بینش‌های عملی در مورد سیستم پولی کانادا کسب خواهید کرد \n\n :در این کارگاه ۲ روزه مباحث زیر مورد بررسی قرار خواهد گرفت \n\nارز مورد استفاده در کانادا – \n\nمفاهیم اساسی بانکداری – \n\nانواع مختلف حساب ها – \n\nکارت های اعتباری – \n\nارسال پول به کشور مبدا – \n\n       مدیریت پول شما- \n\nکلاهبرداری و سرقت هویت – \n\nمالیات – \n\n[778-372-6544] برای نام نویسی و دریافت لینک با شماره \n\n[mojgan.heydarpour@issbc.org]  و ایمیل فرمایید حاصل تماس
URL:https://issbc.org/event/money-and-finances-in-canada-day-1-online/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T113000
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SUMMARY:Money and Finances in Canada - Day 2 | Online
DESCRIPTION:مفاهیم پایه پول و امور مالی در کانادا –روز دوم | آنلاین \n\nFarsi/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to Learn More About Finances in Canada?  \n\nManaging your finances is an important step toward building a stable and successful life in Canada. This workshop offers a broad introduction to the Canadian financial landscape\, helping you feel more confident with everyday money matters. Whether you’re new to the country or simply looking to strengthen your financial knowledge\, you’ll gain practical insights the Canadian money system. \n\nThe following topics will be covered in this 2 days workshop: \n\n❖ Currency used in Canada❖ Basic banking concepts❖ Different types of accounts❖ Credit cards❖ Sending money to your home country \n\n❖ Managing your money \n\n❖ Fraud & identity theft \n\n❖Taxes \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\nFor Inquiries and registration: Send an email to [mojgan.heydarpour@issbc.org] or Call [778-372-6544] \n\n\n\nآیا می خواهید در مورد امور مالی در کانادا بیشتر بدانید؟ \n\nمدیریت امور مالی گامی مهم در جهت ایجاد یک زندگی پایدار و موفق در کانادا است. این کارگاه مقدمه‌ای جامع بر چشم‌انداز مالی کانادا ارائه می‌دهد و به شما کمک می‌کند تا در امور مالی روزمره اعتماد به نفس بیشتری داشته باشید. چه تازه به این کشور آمده باشید و چه صرفاً به دنبال تقویت دانش مالی خود باشید، بینش‌های عملی در مورد سیستم پولی کانادا کسب خواهید کرد \n\n :در این کارگاه ۲ روزه مباحث زیر مورد بررسی قرار خواهد گرفت \n\nارز مورد استفاده در کانادا – \n\nمفاهیم اساسی بانکداری – \n\nانواع مختلف حساب ها – \n\nکارت های اعتباری – \n\nارسال پول به کشور مبدا – \n\n       مدیریت پول شما- \n\nکلاهبرداری و سرقت هویت – \n\nمالیات – \n\n[778-372-6544] برای نام نویسی و دریافت لینک با شماره \n\n[mojgan.heydarpour@issbc.org]  و ایمیل فرمایید حاصل تماس
URL:https://issbc.org/event/money-and-finances-in-canada-day-2-online/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T100000
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UID:10005423-1753437600-1753443000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our Online Fridays Conversation Circle via MS TEAMS! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote:  Registration is required to receive the Teams link. \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T180035Z
UID:10005405-1753437600-1753448400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Fridays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays)\, Farsi\, Dari\, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays) \n\n \n\nA program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to: \n\n\n\n•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors \n\n•Promote digital literacy and inclusion \n\n•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness \n\n•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities \n\n•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM \n\nISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster\, BC \n\n \n\nTo Register:  connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\n \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-for-resilient-future-fridays/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T160000
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CREATED:20250717T220428Z
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UID:10007857-1753452000-1753459200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Group - Mandarin
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Group aims to connect\, support\, and share experiences within Mandarin speaker’s women in the community\, creating a safety space to feel seen\, heard and included.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-group-mandarin/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminstet\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberly Lopez":MAILTO:kimberly.lopez@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250612T234200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T161713Z
UID:10003321-1753696800-1753704000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Mondays Conversation Circle in Maple Ridge!  Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/mondays-conversation-circle-basic-in-person/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250611T183826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T222837Z
UID:10002985-1753783200-1753790400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo para Mujeres en Español
DESCRIPTION:Cuándo?Todos los Martes10:00 am a 12:00 pm \n\nDe Junio 17\, 2025 al 26 de Agosto\, 2025 \n\nDónde?820 6th St\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 3C8 \n\nÚnete a nosotras para compartir\, apoyarnos y crear conexiones en tu propio idioma. Este es un espacio donde las mujeres pueden sentirse seguras\, vistas e incluidas. \n\n¡Nos encantaría que formaras parte! \n\n10 Sesiones (En persona) \n\nPara registrarte contacta a:Kimberly Lopezkimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\nO escaneael QR code \n\n\n\n\n			\n\n\n\n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-mujeres-en-espanol/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250702T180912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T180912Z
UID:10005710-1753783200-1753790400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:How to Avoid Frauds and Scams
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for AsylumSeekers and Refugee Claimantswho live in Vancouver or Burnaby.Learn how to protect yourselffrom frauds and scams inCanada \n\n\n\nWhen:Tue – July 29\, 202510:00 am to 12:00 pmEnglish and SpanishIn Person and Online \n\nWed – July 30\, 20252:00 pm to 4:00 pmEnglish\, Farsi and DariIn Person and Online \n\nThu – July 31\, 202510:00 am to 12:00 pmEnglish and ArabicIn Person and OnlineWhere:2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\n\n\nFor registration\, please contact:Ingrid MutterIngrid.mutter@issbc.org778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/how-to-avoid-frauds-and-scams/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20260206T165618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165620Z
UID:10011651-1753783200-1753790400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Taxation System In Canada
DESCRIPTION:It’s tax time once again! \n\nJoin us in a webinar and learn about: \n\nThe importance and benefits of filing taxes in Canada \n\nUpdates on the tax system \n\nInformation and documents required to file taxes \n\nWhere to find help \n\nFree Webinar for \n\n•Study Permit Holders \n\n•Work Permit Holders \n\n•Refugee Claimants \n\n•Naturalized Canadian Citizens \n\nWhen: \n\nSaturday – Feb 7\, 2026 \n\n10am to 11:30am \n\nWhere:Online Webinar \n\nSpeakers: \n\nRita De La Cruz\, CPA\, CGA \n\nhttps://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Poster_Taxation-System-In-Canada_02072026.pptx \n\nhttps://forms.office.com/r/itTUrCj751 
URL:https://issbc.org/event/taxation-system-in-canada/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T164231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T164232Z
UID:10003373-1753869600-1753876800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle in Maple Ridge! This in-person circle is perfect for lower intermediate speakers who want to build confidence\, improve their skills\, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Share stories\, make new friends\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-lower-intermediate-in-person/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250612T233419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T180139Z
UID:10003229-1753869600-1753880400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Wednesdays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays)\, Farsi\, Dari\, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays) \n\n \n\nA program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to: \n\n\n\n•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors \n\n•Promote digital literacy and inclusion \n\n•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness \n\n•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities \n\n•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM \n\nISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster\, BC \n\n \n\nTo Register:  connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\n \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-for-resilient-future/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T172342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T172541Z
UID:10003430-1753871400-1753876800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle at the Pitt Meadows Public Library! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor\, 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, V3Y 0E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250711T210700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T212402Z
UID:10007819-1753966800-1753974000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:The Importance of Will and Power of Attorney in Estate Planning | Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:اهمیت وصیت نامه و وکالت نامه در برنامه ریزی اموال و دارایی ها \n\nFarsi/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre You Prepared to Protect Your Future and Assets? \n\nJoin us for an informative webinar on the Necessity of Wills\, Power of Attorney\, and Asset Planning in Canada. Learn the essential dos and don’ts of preparing a will and granting power of attorney. We’ll also guide you through effective methods for planning your property and assets. Don’t miss this opportunity to secure your future with informed decisions. Featuring guest speaker Keivan Nasirnia\, a Financial Advisor \n\nThis session will be presented both Online via MS TEAMS and In-person at our ISSofBC Coquitlam location at Lincoln Ave\, Address is provided below. \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\nFor Inquiries: Please send an email to [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] or Call [778-372-6525] \n\nView Poster \n\nآیا برای حفاظت از آینده و دارایی‌های خود آماده‌اید؟ \n\nضرورت وصیت نامه، وکالتنامه و برنامه ریزی اموال و دارایی ها در کانادا در این وبینار باید ها و نباید های وصیت نامه و وکالتنامه بررسی و روش برنامه ریزی برای اموال و دارایی ها ارائه می گردد \n\nاین جلسه هم به صورت آنلاین و هم حضوری در دفتر ما، شعبه کوکیتلام، واقع در خیابان لینکلن، برگزار خواهد شد. آدرس در زیر آمده است. \n\n:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها \n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده – \n\n[778-372-6525] یا تماس بگیری [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به
URL:https://issbc.org/event/the-importance-of-will-and-power-of-attorney-in-estate-planning-hybrid/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T182122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T182124Z
UID:10005424-1754042400-1754047800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our Online Fridays Conversation Circle via MS TEAMS! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote:  Registration is required to receive the Teams link. \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T180035Z
UID:10005406-1754042400-1754053200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Fridays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays)\, Farsi\, Dari\, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays) \n\n \n\nA program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to: \n\n\n\n•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors \n\n•Promote digital literacy and inclusion \n\n•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness \n\n•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities \n\n•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM \n\nISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster\, BC \n\n \n\nTo Register:  connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\n \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-for-resilient-future-fridays/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250730T200534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T214841Z
UID:10008702-1754056800-1754062200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Housing Registry
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about BC Housing Registry Program* Eligibility* How to apply* The required documentsFriday-August 01\, 20252:00 pm to 3:30 pmWhere:Virtual / TeamsEnglish / PersianContact us:778-372-6536Maryam.Keshtkar@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/bc-housing-registry-2/
LOCATION:Virtual on Teams
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BC-Housing-Registry-2025-2.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250717T220428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T220430Z
UID:10007858-1754056800-1754064000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Group - Mandarin
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Group aims to connect\, support\, and share experiences within Mandarin speaker’s women in the community\, creating a safety space to feel seen\, heard and included.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-group-mandarin/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminstet\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberly Lopez":MAILTO:kimberly.lopez@issbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250611T183826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T222837Z
UID:10002986-1754388000-1754395200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo para Mujeres en Español
DESCRIPTION:Cuándo?Todos los Martes10:00 am a 12:00 pm \n\nDe Junio 17\, 2025 al 26 de Agosto\, 2025 \n\nDónde?820 6th St\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 3C8 \n\nÚnete a nosotras para compartir\, apoyarnos y crear conexiones en tu propio idioma. Este es un espacio donde las mujeres pueden sentirse seguras\, vistas e incluidas. \n\n¡Nos encantaría que formaras parte! \n\n10 Sesiones (En persona) \n\nPara registrarte contacta a:Kimberly Lopezkimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\nO escaneael QR code \n\n\n\n\n			\n\n\n\n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-mujeres-en-espanol/2025-08-05/
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:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T164231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T164232Z
UID:10003374-1754474400-1754481600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle in Maple Ridge! This in-person circle is perfect for lower intermediate speakers who want to build confidence\, improve their skills\, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Share stories\, make new friends\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-lower-intermediate-in-person/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250731T174141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193058Z
UID:10008609-1754474400-1754481600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities workshop online - in person (English & Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Details:\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about your rights and responsibilities when renting in B.C. \n\nThis course will be delivered in English and Spanish. \n\nDetalles del taller:\n\nTalleres gratuitos para solicitantes de asilo y solicitantes de refugio que viven en Vancouver y Burnaby. \n\nInfórmese sobre sus derechos y responsabilidades al alquilar en BC \n\nEste curso se impartirá en inglés y español. \n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nWed – Aug 6\, 2025 \n\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact: \n\nIngrid Mutter \n\n778-372-6530 Ingrid.mutter@issbc.org \n\n\n\nView https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Poster-Tenant-and-Landlord-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Aug-2025.pdfPoster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/tenant-and-landlord-rights-and-responsibilities-workshop-online-in-person-english-spanish/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250612T233419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T180139Z
UID:10003230-1754474400-1754485200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Wednesdays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays)\, Farsi\, Dari\, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays) \n\n \n\nA program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to: \n\n\n\n•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors \n\n•Promote digital literacy and inclusion \n\n•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness \n\n•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities \n\n•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM \n\nISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster\, BC \n\n \n\nTo Register:  connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\n \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-for-resilient-future/2025-08-06/
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:20250806T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T172342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T172541Z
UID:10003431-1754476200-1754481600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle at the Pitt Meadows Public Library! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor\, 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, V3Y 0E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T182122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T182124Z
UID:10005425-1754647200-1754652600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our Online Fridays Conversation Circle via MS TEAMS! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote:  Registration is required to receive the Teams link. \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250613T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T180035Z
UID:10005407-1754647200-1754658000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Fridays)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays)\, Farsi\, Dari\, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays) \n\n \n\nA program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to: \n\n\n\n•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors \n\n•Promote digital literacy and inclusion \n\n•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness \n\n•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities \n\n•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM \n\nISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster\, BC \n\n \n\nTo Register:  connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org \n\n \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-for-resilient-future-fridays/2025-08-08/
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:20250808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250730T224115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T161801Z
UID:10008704-1754661600-1754667000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Rental Assistance Program(RAP)​ and Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters(SAFER) \n\n​ \n\n​Join us online to learn about BC Housing Programs\, Rental Assistance and Shelter for Elderly Renters ​ \n\n* Eligibility​ \n\n* How to apply​ \n\n* Application process ​ \n\n* The required documents ​ \n\nWhen: \n\nFriday– August 8\, 2025​ \n\n2:00 pm to 3:30pm​ \n\nWhere:​ \n\nVirtual/Teams​ \n\nEnglish/Persian (Farsi)​ \n\nContact us: ​778-372-6536​Maryam.Keshtkar@issbc.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRental Assistance Program(RAP)​ and Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters(SAFER) ​Join us online to learn about BC Housing Programs\, Rental Assistance and Shelter for Elderly Renters * ​Eligibility​ * How to apply * Application process ​* The required documents ​ When: Friday– August 8\, 2025  2:00 pm to 3:30pm​​Where:​Virtual/Teams​English/Persian (Farsi)​Contact us: ​778-372-6536​Maryam.Keshtkar@issbc.org​
URL:https://issbc.org/event/11167/
LOCATION:Virtual – Teams
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BC-Housing-RAP-SAFER-programs-poster-2.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250717T220428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T220430Z
UID:10007859-1754661600-1754668800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Group - Mandarin
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Group aims to connect\, support\, and share experiences within Mandarin speaker’s women in the community\, creating a safety space to feel seen\, heard and included.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-group-mandarin/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminstet\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberly Lopez":MAILTO:kimberly.lopez@issbc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073746
CREATED:20250612T234200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T161713Z
UID:10003322-1754906400-1754913600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others\, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin our In-person Mondays Conversation Circle in Maple Ridge!  Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland\, BC.❑ International Student\, Refugee Claimants\, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/mondays-conversation-circle-basic-in-person/2025-08-11/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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