BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://issbc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260814T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260814T180000 DTSTAMP:20260724T200242Z CREATED:20260724T195947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T200242Z UID:10013398-1786726800-1786730400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Citizenship Preparation Series - Online DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC’s Settlement Integration Facilitator is offering a specialized series based on Discover Canada to help permanent residents prepare for the citizenship application. \n\n\n\nJoin us and take your first step toward becoming a Canadian citizen! \n\nThe following topics will be covered in the sessions: \n\n\n Applying for citizenship; rights and responsibilities of citizenship.\n\n Who We Are – Discover Canada\, Canada’s History\, and Modern Canada\n\n How Canadians Govern Themselves and how Federal Elections work\n\n Canada’s Economy and Canada’s Regions. Assessing key concepts and topics about the country\n\n Practice with sample questions on history\, geography\, economy\, government\, laws\, and symbols to prepare for the citizenship test. URL:https://issbc.org/event/citizenship-preparation-series-online/2026-08-14/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/hb-s2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260817T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T193635Z CREATED:20260619T193528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T193635Z UID:10012965-1786960800-1786968000@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 1-3 – In-person DESCRIPTION:Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! \n\nJoin our Fridays Conversation Circle this Summer at our Maple Ridge office. Come 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. URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-online-2/2026-08-17/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ECC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260817T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260817T190000 DTSTAMP:20260619T201330Z CREATED:20260619T192008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T201330Z UID:10013005-1786989600-1786993200@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 3-4 – Online DESCRIPTION:Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-online/2026-08-17/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ECC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260818T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260818T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T202038Z CREATED:20260619T202036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T202038Z UID:10013027-1787047200-1787050800@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 3-4 – Online DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! \n\nJoin our Mondays Conversation Circle this Summer online via MS TEAMS. Come 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. URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-3-4-online/2026-08-18/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CC-Spring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260818T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260818T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012734-1787047200-1787054400@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-2/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260818T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260528T220900Z CREATED:20260528T220856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T220900Z UID:10012847-1787061600-1787068800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Multicultural Newcomer Women's Support Group 45+ DESCRIPTION:Certificate of participation and bus tickets included.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm to 4:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew Westminster\, BC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n778-372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-newcomer-womens-support-group-45/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-28-091046.png ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC NW location":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T201037Z CREATED:20260619T195535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T201037Z UID:10012994-1787221800-1787227200@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 1-3 – In-person DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-in-person/2026-08-20/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CC-Spring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T140000 DTSTAMP:20260619T203359Z CREATED:20260619T203357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T203359Z UID:10013049-1787230800-1787234400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Online Discover Canada – CLB 4-Above DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! \n\nJoin our Mondays Conversation Circle this Summer online via MS TEAMS. Come 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. URL:https://issbc.org/event/online-discover-canada-clb-4-above/2026-08-20/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CC-Spring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T170000 DTSTAMP:20260812T203246Z CREATED:20260808T180624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T203246Z UID:10013538-1787241600-1787245200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) Application - DESCRIPTION:Are you a Permanent Resident or Protected Person and wondering if you could receive help with the cost of dental care? \n\n\n\n\n Do not have access to private dental insurance\, including through an employer or pension plan\n\n Meet the other eligibility requirements for the program\n\n\n\n\nLearn everything you need to know about the Canadian Dental Care Plan\, including: \n\n\n How to apply for the program\n\n What dental services may be covered\n\n Who can access the plan\n\n How to find a participating dental care provider\n\n Answers to your questions about eligibility and coverage\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to having you join us! URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-dental-care-plan-cdcp-application/2026-08-20/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/cdcp_card_optimized.jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260821T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260821T143000 DTSTAMP:20260729T205236Z CREATED:20260729T204905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T205236Z UID:10013430-1787317200-1787322600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Spanish Financial Literacy Series: Empowerment Through Budgeting DESCRIPTION:We look forward to welcoming you and supporting your financial journey in Canada! URL:https://issbc.org/event/spanish-financial-literacy-series-empowerment-through-budgeting/2026-08-21/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/budgeting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260824T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260824T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T193635Z CREATED:20260619T193528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T193635Z UID:10012956-1787565600-1787572800@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 1-3 – In-person DESCRIPTION:Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! \n\nJoin our Fridays Conversation Circle this Summer at our Maple Ridge office. Come 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. URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-online-2/2026-08-24/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ECC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260824T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260824T190000 DTSTAMP:20260619T201330Z CREATED:20260619T192008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T201330Z UID:10013006-1787594400-1787598000@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 3-4 – Online DESCRIPTION:Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-online/2026-08-24/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ECC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T202038Z CREATED:20260619T202036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T202038Z UID:10013028-1787652000-1787655600@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 3-4 – Online DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! \n\nJoin our Mondays Conversation Circle this Summer online via MS TEAMS. Come 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. URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-3-4-online/2026-08-25/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CC-Spring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012735-1787652000-1787659200@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-2/2026-08-25/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T160000 DTSTAMP:20260528T220900Z CREATED:20260528T220856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T220900Z UID:10012848-1787666400-1787673600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Multicultural Newcomer Women's Support Group 45+ DESCRIPTION:Certificate of participation and bus tickets included.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm to 4:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew Westminster\, BC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n778-372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-newcomer-womens-support-group-45/2026-08-25/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-28-091046.png ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC NW location":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260825T163000 DTSTAMP:20260729T213521Z CREATED:20260729T213108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213521Z UID:10013436-1787670000-1787675400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Farsi Financial Literacy: Empowerment Through Budgeting DESCRIPTION:Want to build your financial confidence in Canada? \n\nAre you looking to better understand how to manage your finances in Canada? Join our Financial Literacy Workshop Series\, delivered in partnership with the Financial Empowerment Team at Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV) \n\nThis session is designed for clients who want to strengthen their financial knowledge\, build confidence in managing their money\, and make informed financial decisions as they settle in Canada. Through interactive\, practical sessions\, you’ll learn valuable skills to help you navigate everyday financial matters and plan for your future. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you and supporting your financial journey in Canada! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده – URL:https://issbc.org/event/farsi-financial-literacy-series-empowerment-through-budgeting/2026-08-25/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/1601316508598.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T201037Z CREATED:20260619T195535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T201037Z UID:10012995-1787826600-1787832000@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 1-3 – In-person DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-in-person/2026-08-27/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CC-Spring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260831T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260831T190000 DTSTAMP:20260619T201330Z CREATED:20260619T192008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T201330Z UID:10013007-1788199200-1788202800@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 3-4 – Online DESCRIPTION:Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-online/2026-08-31/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ECC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012736-1788256800-1788264000@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-2/2026-09-01/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260903T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260903T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T201037Z CREATED:20260619T195535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T201037Z UID:10012996-1788431400-1788436800@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle – CLB 1-3 – In-person DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to Explore new topics together? Share your ideas and experience? Learn something new? Have Fun!! We are here to support you! URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-clb-1-3-in-person/2026-09-03/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CC-Spring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260908T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260908T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012737-1788861600-1788868800@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-2/2026-09-08/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260915T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260915T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012738-1789466400-1789473600@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-2/2026-09-15/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T160000 DTSTAMP:20260903T212648Z CREATED:20260903T212646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T212648Z UID:10013804-1789653600-1789660800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP_ English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the health program for refugee claimants and residents of BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Sept 17\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nTo register contact Sadiq Mohibi at sadiq.mohibi@issbc.org or 778-372-6587 \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp_-english-farsi-and-dari-2/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Health-and-Wellness-workshop-pic.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T160000 DTSTAMP:20260904T161048Z CREATED:20260127T165220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T161048Z UID:10011561-1789740000-1789747200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\n\n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: September 18\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 URL:https://issbc.org/event/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-canada-english-and-arabic/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cultural-awareness-.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260903T212226Z CREATED:20260903T212118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T212226Z UID:10013803-1789984800-1789992000@issbc.org SUMMARY:How to Avoid Frauds and Scams _ English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to protect yourself from frauds and scams in Canada. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: September 21\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-370-5113 URL:https://issbc.org/event/how-to-avoid-frauds-and-scams-_-english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, Vancouver CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Scam-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012739-1790071200-1790078400@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-2/2026-09-22/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T130000 DTSTAMP:20260903T174228Z CREATED:20260903T174226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T174228Z UID:10013781-1790074800-1790082000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Bill C12 Canada’s New Refugee Rules DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the Bill C 12 and Canada’s new refugee rules. \n\nWhen: Sept 22\, 2026 \n\nTime: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm \n\nEnglish \n\n\n\nWhere: Online via Teams \n\nFor registration\, please contact Mojgan Radfar at Mojgan.radfar@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/bill-c12-canadas-new-refugee-rules/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/C-12-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260925T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260925T120000 DTSTAMP:20260903T185025Z CREATED:20260903T185023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T185025Z UID:10013782-1790332200-1790337600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Banking in Canada - English and Spanish - in person and online DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about banking in Canada: opening accounts\, managing debit and credit cards\, credit history\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: September 25\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:30 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Dina Ganan at 604-598-8545 or dina.ganan@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/banking-in-canada-english-and-spanish-in-person-and-online/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/banking-in-canada.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012740-1790676000-1790683200@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-2/2026-09-29/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T184052Z CREATED:20260520T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184052Z UID:10012741-1791280800-1791288000@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-2/2026-10-06/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Womens-Support-Group-Pic.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR