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SUMMARY:The Transit System in Metro Vancouver_English and Arabic
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how use the transportation system in Metro Vancouver: \n\n•Transit zones\, \n\n•Payment Methods\, \n\n•Where to buy a COMPASS card\, Skytrain lines\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Dec 18\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10 am pm to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Arabic \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 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/the-transit-system-in-metro-vancouver_english-and-arabic/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T180000
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UID:10010922-1766080800-1766088000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Settlement Support Services for International Students
DESCRIPTION:❑ Study Permit Holders and International Students.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/settlement-support-services-for-international-students/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251219T100000
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UID:10005446-1766138400-1766143800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251219T130000
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DTSTAMP:20250915T171318Z
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UID:10009528-1766149200-1766156400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors 50+ Learn\, Connect\, Thrive! The New "New Horizon" Program Is Starting!
DESCRIPTION:This is a unique opportunity to build friendships\, learn in your preferred language\, and explore the local community — all in a supportive\, welcoming environment.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-50-learn-connect-thrive-the-new-new-horizon-program-is-starting-2/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251219T173000
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DTSTAMP:20251128T222518Z
CREATED:20251128T222517Z
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UID:10010995-1766165400-1766170800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Disability Benefit - Online Session
DESCRIPTION:يسرنا دعوتكم للانضمام إلينا في ورشة عمل مجانية عبر الإنترنت للتعرف على إعانات الإعاقة المتاحة لكم. ستُعقد هذه الجلسة عبر الإنترنت عبر مايكروسوفت تيمز، وستُقدم باللغة العربية يوم الجمعة، 19 ديسمبر 2025 \n\nستغطي الورشة إعانات الإعاقة الفيدرالية والإقليمية، وتشرح شروط الأهلية، وتشرح لكم عملية التقديم \n\nسواء كنت تتقدم بطلبك للمرة الأولى أو تبحث عن توضيحات بشأن خياراتك، فإن هذه الجلسة ستوفر لك إرشادات ودعمًا قيمًا \n\n\n\nالمقيمين الدائمين ❑ \n\nشخص محمي، وفقًا للمادة 95 من قانون الهجرة وحماية اللاجئين الكندي ❑
URL:https://issbc.org/event/disability-benefit-online-session/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251220T190000
DTSTAMP:20251128T224328Z
CREATED:20251128T224327Z
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UID:10011038-1766251800-1766257200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Taxation For 2025 - Online Session
DESCRIPTION:This session will guide you through the steps needed to prepare your tax return and explain why filing a simple return is important. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this informative opportunity to gain clarity and confidence for the upcoming tax season!! \n\n\n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR) \n\n❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nانضموا إلينا في ورشة عمل مجانية عبر الإنترنت عبر مايكروسوفت تيمز يوم السبت 20 ديسمبر 2025، لتتعلموا كيفية تقديم إقراركم الضريبي البسيط لعام 2025. سترشدكم هذه الجلسة بالخطوات اللازمة لإعداد إقراركم الضريبي، وتشرح أهمية تقديمه. \n\nسيشرح خبير ضرائب ناطق باللغة العربية العملية الكاملة لتقديم إقرار ضريبي بسيط لعام 2025، مما يُسهّل عليكم متابعته وتطبيق المعلومات على وضعكم. لا تفوتوا هذه الفرصة القيّمة لاكتساب المزيد من الوضوح والثقة لموسم الضرائب القادم \n\n:من يستطيع حضور هذه الحصص التعليمية \n\nالمقيمين الدائمين ❑ \n\nشخص محمي، وفقًا للمادة 95 من قانون الهجرة وحماية اللاجئين الكندي ❑
URL:https://issbc.org/event/taxation-for-2025-online-session/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251224T120000
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UID:10003394-1766570400-1766577600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-lower-intermediate-in-person/2025-12-24/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251224T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251224T120000
DTSTAMP:20250613T172541Z
CREATED:20250613T172342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T172541Z
UID:10003451-1766572200-1766577600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person/2025-12-24/
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:20260105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260105T120000
DTSTAMP:20251015T175430Z
CREATED:20251015T175429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T175430Z
UID:10010567-1767607200-1767614400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for 10 sessions!\n\nFREE! Registration Open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Mondays 10am – 12pm\n\nNovember 3rd – January 19th\n\n\n\n❑ GET CONNECTED:  Meet other women and make new friends in a safe space.  Share your experience in Canda and learn from other women in your community. \n\n❑ LEARN: Learn about free resources\, benefits and programs in your community to support you in many areas such as employment\, English learning\, women’s health\, financial assistance\, housing\, mental health and more! \n\n❑ RECEIVE SUPPORT: Receive weekly group and get connected. \n\n❑ PRACTICE: Practice your English skills in a fun and supportive environment.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fiorella Di Liberto":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20251024T205304Z
CREATED:20251010T163424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T205304Z
UID:10010519-1767780000-1767787200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:한국어 무료강좌 여성지원 프로그램
DESCRIPTION:다른 여성들과 연결하기: 캐나다에서의 생활경험을 나누고\, 서로에게서 배우며 자기 돌봄을 실천하세요\n\n	새로운 기회 발견하기: 지역사회의 무료 자원과 프로그램에 대해 알아보세요 (교육\, 취업\,주거\, 여성건강\, 정신건강\, 재정 지원 등)\n\n	참가Certificate을 수여해 드립니다\n\n\n \n\n\n\n10:00am to 12:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2025 to January 14\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFiorella Di Liberto \n\n778-372.6528 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	Connect with other women:  Share your experiences living in Canada\, learn from others\, and practice self-care\n\n	Discover new opportunities:  Learn about free resources and program in your community (e.g. education\, employment\, housing\, women’s health\, mental health\, financial assistance)\n\n	Receive a certificate of participation
URL:https://issbc.org/event/%ed%95%9c%ea%b5%ad%ec%96%b4-%eb%ac%b4%eb%a3%8c%ea%b0%95%ec%a2%8c-%ec%97%ac%ec%84%b1%ec%a7%80%ec%9b%90-%ed%94%84%eb%a1%9c%ea%b7%b8%eb%9e%a8/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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ORGANIZER;CN="FIORELLA DI LIBERTO":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20251217T193844Z
CREATED:20251217T193843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193844Z
UID:10011266-1767780000-1767787200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the Canadian Tax System
DESCRIPTION:In this online workshop\, you will receive clear\, practical information about the Canadian tax system and have your questions answered. We will cover individual and business income tax\, helping you understand your responsibilities and key filing requirements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR) \n\n❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)
URL:https://issbc.org/event/navigating-the-canadian-tax-system/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260109T120000
DTSTAMP:20251010T230931Z
CREATED:20251010T223008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T230931Z
UID:10010546-1767952800-1767960000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:GRUPO DE APOYO PARA MUJERES (En espanol)
DESCRIPTION:No estas sola\, juntas somos mas fuertes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n#280 – 610 6th St.\, New Westminster (Royal City Centre – segundo piso del centro comercial)
URL:https://issbc.org/event/grupode-apoyo-para-mujeres-en-espanol/2026-01-09/
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:20260112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260112T120000
DTSTAMP:20251015T175430Z
CREATED:20251015T175429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T175430Z
UID:10010568-1768212000-1768219200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for 10 sessions!\n\nFREE! Registration Open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Mondays 10am – 12pm\n\nNovember 3rd – January 19th\n\n\n\n❑ GET CONNECTED:  Meet other women and make new friends in a safe space.  Share your experience in Canda and learn from other women in your community. \n\n❑ LEARN: Learn about free resources\, benefits and programs in your community to support you in many areas such as employment\, English learning\, women’s health\, financial assistance\, housing\, mental health and more! \n\n❑ RECEIVE SUPPORT: Receive weekly group and get connected. \n\n❑ PRACTICE: Practice your English skills in a fun and supportive environment.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fiorella Di Liberto":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260112T120000
DTSTAMP:20251217T195236Z
CREATED:20251217T195217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T195236Z
UID:10011267-1768212000-1768219200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the Canadian Tax System
DESCRIPTION:Farsi \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat Do You Need to Know About Taxes in Canada? \n\nIn this online workshop\, you will receive clear\, practical information about the Canadian tax system and have your questions answered. We will cover individual and business income tax\, helping you understand your responsibilities and key filing requirements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR) \n\n❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)
URL:https://issbc.org/event/navigating-the-canadian-tax-system-2/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260113T160000
DTSTAMP:20251223T194550Z
CREATED:20251223T173815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T194550Z
UID:10011268-1768312800-1768320000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Taxation System in Canada_English\, Farsi and Dari
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to process your taxes in Canada and British Columbia \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: January 13\, 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 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/taxation-system-in-canada_english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20251024T205304Z
CREATED:20251010T163424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T205304Z
UID:10010521-1768384800-1768392000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:한국어 무료강좌 여성지원 프로그램
DESCRIPTION:다른 여성들과 연결하기: 캐나다에서의 생활경험을 나누고\, 서로에게서 배우며 자기 돌봄을 실천하세요\n\n	새로운 기회 발견하기: 지역사회의 무료 자원과 프로그램에 대해 알아보세요 (교육\, 취업\,주거\, 여성건강\, 정신건강\, 재정 지원 등)\n\n	참가Certificate을 수여해 드립니다\n\n\n \n\n\n\n10:00am to 12:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2025 to January 14\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFiorella Di Liberto \n\n778-372.6528 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	Connect with other women:  Share your experiences living in Canada\, learn from others\, and practice self-care\n\n	Discover new opportunities:  Learn about free resources and program in your community (e.g. education\, employment\, housing\, women’s health\, mental health\, financial assistance)\n\n	Receive a certificate of participation
URL:https://issbc.org/event/%ed%95%9c%ea%b5%ad%ec%96%b4-%eb%ac%b4%eb%a3%8c%ea%b0%95%ec%a2%8c-%ec%97%ac%ec%84%b1%ec%a7%80%ec%9b%90-%ed%94%84%eb%a1%9c%ea%b7%b8%eb%9e%a8/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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ORGANIZER;CN="FIORELLA DI LIBERTO":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20251223T194450Z
CREATED:20251223T174845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T194450Z
UID:10011269-1768384800-1768392000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Taxation System in Canada_English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to process your taxes in Canada and British Columbia \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: January 14\, 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 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/taxation-system-in-canada_english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T140000
DTSTAMP:20251113T193632Z
CREATED:20251113T193631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T193632Z
UID:10010790-1768395600-1768399200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Health Matters: A Parent Education Series
DESCRIPTION:Designed to support newcomer families in raising healthy\, thriving kids.  Featuring professional guest speakers and practical tips for family well-being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Understanding Childhood Immunizations \n\n– Common Childhood Illnesses \n\n\n\n\n\n– Supporting Kids with ADHD \n\n– Recognizing Mental Health Red Flags \n\n– Building Emotional Resilience \n\n– The Parents’ Role in Kids’ Mental Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Hydrating and Sugar Awareness \n\n\n\n\n\nJanuary 14 to February 18\, 2026 \n\n1:00 PM to 2:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nISSofBC – 2610 Victoria Drive \n\nVancouver\,  BC V5N 4L2 \n\n\n\n\n\nNesren Nassleh \n\nEmail:  nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall at 778-372-5848
URL:https://issbc.org/event/kids-health-matters-a-parent-education-series/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260115T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260115T194248Z
CREATED:20260115T193904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T194248Z
UID:10011478-1768468500-1768473000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Practice English?\n\n\n\n	Learn New Words?\n\n\n\n	Talk About Culture\n\n\n\n	Know About Your Neighborhood?\n\n\n\n	Make Friends and Enjoy Conversation!\n\n\n\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
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person-3/2026-01-15/
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:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20251223T194259Z
CREATED:20251223T175052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T194259Z
UID:10011270-1768471200-1768478400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Taxation System in Canada_English and Arabic
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to process your taxes in Canada and British Columbia \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: January 14\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Arabic \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 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/taxation-system-in-canada_english-and-arabic/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260115T200307Z
CREATED:20260115T200306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T200307Z
UID:10011514-1768555800-1768561200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to: \n\n\n\n	Explore new topics together?\n\n\n\n	Share your ideas and experience?\n\n\n\n	Learn something new? \n\n\n\n	Have Fun!! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our 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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-3/2026-01-16/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260116T120000
DTSTAMP:20251010T230931Z
CREATED:20251010T223008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T230931Z
UID:10010547-1768557600-1768564800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:GRUPO DE APOYO PARA MUJERES (En espanol)
DESCRIPTION:No estas sola\, juntas somos mas fuertes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n#280 – 610 6th St.\, New Westminster (Royal City Centre – segundo piso del centro comercial)
URL:https://issbc.org/event/grupode-apoyo-para-mujeres-en-espanol/2026-01-16/
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:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260119T120000
DTSTAMP:20251015T175430Z
CREATED:20251015T175429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T175430Z
UID:10010569-1768816800-1768824000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for 10 sessions!\n\nFREE! Registration Open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Mondays 10am – 12pm\n\nNovember 3rd – January 19th\n\n\n\n❑ GET CONNECTED:  Meet other women and make new friends in a safe space.  Share your experience in Canda and learn from other women in your community. \n\n❑ LEARN: Learn about free resources\, benefits and programs in your community to support you in many areas such as employment\, English learning\, women’s health\, financial assistance\, housing\, mental health and more! \n\n❑ RECEIVE SUPPORT: Receive weekly group and get connected. \n\n❑ PRACTICE: Practice your English skills in a fun and supportive environment.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fiorella Di Liberto":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T191543Z
CREATED:20260115T191507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191543Z
UID:10011402-1768816800-1768824000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Practice English?\n\n\n\n	Learn New Words?\n\n\n\n	Talk About Culture \n\n\n\n	Know About Your Neighbourhood?\n\n\n\n	Make Friends and Enjoy Conversation!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle-in-person/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260120T160000
DTSTAMP:20251223T194135Z
CREATED:20251223T175808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T194135Z
UID:10011271-1768917600-1768924800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Renting in BC and BC Housing_English\, Farsi and Dari
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to rent a place in BC and BC Housing. \n\n\n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: January 20\, 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 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/taxation-system-in-canada_english-farsi-and-dari-2/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T120000
DTSTAMP:20251223T194009Z
CREATED:20251223T180826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T194009Z
UID:10011272-1768989600-1768996800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Renting in BC and BC Housing_English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to rent a place in BC and BC Housing. \n\n\n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: January 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\n# 108 – 7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, V3N4Z6 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing_english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:208-7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, 208-7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, V3N 4Z6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T192727Z
CREATED:20260115T192726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T192727Z
UID:10011439-1768989600-1768996800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Make new friends?\n\n\n\n\n\n	Practice English?\n\n\n\n	Learn about Canada? \n\n\n\n	Create something fun together? \n\n\n\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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-in-person/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T140000
DTSTAMP:20251113T193632Z
CREATED:20251113T193631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T193632Z
UID:10010791-1769000400-1769004000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Health Matters: A Parent Education Series
DESCRIPTION:Designed to support newcomer families in raising healthy\, thriving kids.  Featuring professional guest speakers and practical tips for family well-being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Understanding Childhood Immunizations \n\n– Common Childhood Illnesses \n\n\n\n\n\n– Supporting Kids with ADHD \n\n– Recognizing Mental Health Red Flags \n\n– Building Emotional Resilience \n\n– The Parents’ Role in Kids’ Mental Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Hydrating and Sugar Awareness \n\n\n\n\n\nJanuary 14 to February 18\, 2026 \n\n1:00 PM to 2:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nISSofBC – 2610 Victoria Drive \n\nVancouver\,  BC V5N 4L2 \n\n\n\n\n\nNesren Nassleh \n\nEmail:  nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall at 778-372-5848
URL:https://issbc.org/event/kids-health-matters-a-parent-education-series/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T103000
DTSTAMP:20260115T194248Z
CREATED:20260115T193904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T194248Z
UID:10011486-1769073300-1769077800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Practice English?\n\n\n\n	Learn New Words?\n\n\n\n	Talk About Culture\n\n\n\n	Know About Your Neighborhood?\n\n\n\n	Make Friends and Enjoy Conversation!\n\n\n\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
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person-3/2026-01-22/
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:20260122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T143000
DTSTAMP:20251204T002142Z
CREATED:20251204T000356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T002142Z
UID:10011073-1769074200-1769092200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:FREE TRAINING: WOMEN'S FACILITATION & LEADERSHIP TRAINING
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about our free training program!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you passionate about the 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\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n\n\nHands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women.\n\n\n\nA Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion\, plus ongoings support.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImmigrant women aged 21 or older\n\n\n\nPermanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugee claimants with positive Notice of Decision)\n\n\n\nEnglish Level: CLB Level 4\n\n\n\nAble to commit to a 10-week training and 12-week practicum\n\n\n\nStrong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApply by January 12\, 2026 \n\nContact Fiorella for more information \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org \n\n(778) 372-6528
URL:https://issbc.org/event/free-training-womens-facilitation-leadership-training/2026-01-22/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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