Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
2025-06-16 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC
CRA اداره مالیات و درآمد کانادا

English/Farsi

Ready to Better Understand and Use Your CRA Account?

On this online workshop, you will learn about the Importance of CRA accounts that administer tax, benefits, and related programs for the Government of Canada including;

How and when you could have an account​

Updating your personal information​

Application and benefits are available through the CRA account.

This workshop is offered through the BC Newcomer Services Program (BC-NSP) and is available to eligible newcomers residing in British Columbia.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Work Permit holders❑Study Permit holders (Post-secondary students who cannot access similar services at their educational institution)​❑ Naturalized Citizens❑ Refugee claimants

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در این کارگاه آنلاین، شما در مورد اهمیت حساب کاربری ای که مالیات، مزایا و برنامه‌های مرتبط با دولت کانادا را مدیریت می‌کند خواهید آموخت؛ از جمله

چگونه و چه زمانی می‌توانید یک حساب کاربری داشته باشید -​​

به‌روزرسانی اطلاعات شخصی شما -​

درخواست و تمام مزایا از طریق حساب کاربری در دسترس هستند –

این کارگاه از طریق برنامه خدمات تازه‌واردان بریتیش کلمبیا ارائه می‌شود و برای تازه‌واردان واجد شرایط که در استان بریتیش کلمبیا اقامت دارند، در دسترس است. معیارهای واجد شرایط بودن شامل موارد زیر است​

دارندگان مجوز کارموقت-​​

دارندگان ویزای دانشجویی-​

شهروندان دارای تابعیت کانادایی- ​​

متقاضیان پناهندگی-

For Inquiries: Send an email to farzaneh.Naderi@issbc.org

Grupo de Apoyo para Mujeres en Español
2025-06-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-08 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
Cuándo?Todos los Martes10:00 am a 12:00 pm

De Junio 17, 2025 al 26 de Agosto, 2025

Dónde?820 6th St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3C8

Únete 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.

¡Nos encantaría que formaras parte!

10 Sesiones (En persona)

Para registrarte contacta a:Kimberly Lopezkimberly.lopez@issbc.org

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Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
2025-06-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Maple Ridge, 110-22638 119th Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
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?

We are here to support you!

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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
2025-06-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-25 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-02 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor, 12099 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 0E5, Canada
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?

We are here to support you!

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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

Money and Finances in Canada - Online
2025-06-19 18:00 - 20:00 | BC
پول و امور مالی در کانادا – آنلاین

Farsi/English

Want to Learn More About Finances in Canada?

Managing 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.

The following topics will be covered in the session:❖ Glossary of banking Terms❖ Banking and currency in Canda❖ Building Credit, international money transfer❖ Loan, investment, starting a business❖ Scam and Fraud Awareness, and etc.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Resident (PRs) ❑ Protected Person, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)

For Inquiries: Send an email to [abdul.samim@issbc.org] or Call [604-684-7944]

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آیا می خواهید در مورد امور مالی در کانادا بیشتر بدانید؟

مدیریت 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

:موضوعات ذیل زیر پوشش قرارخواهد ګرفت

واژه نامه اصطالحات بانکی –

بانکداری در کانادا، واحد پول کانادا –

ایجاد اعتبار (کریدت) انتقال پول بین المللی –

قرضه (وام)، سرمایه گذاری، آغاز یک تجارت –

آگاهی در مورد کاله برداری و فریب –

وغیره موارد –

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

[604-684-7944] یا تماس بگیری [abdul.samim@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به

Friday Conversation Circle – Online
2025-06-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-27 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-04 10:00 - 11:30 | BC
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?

We are here to support you!

Join 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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is required to receive the Teams link.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

Citizenship Online Application/Citizenship Portal (Session-02) - Online
2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 | BC
طلب الجنسية إلكترونيًا / منصة الجنسية (الجلسة الثانية) – جلسة افتراضية

English/Arabic

Manual or Online? Discover the Ways Available to Apply for Your Citizenship

Offered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC, this 6-part session series provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Each session covers key topics such as eligibility, required documents, application steps, fees, and the citizenship test. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

This session will focus exclusively on the online application process and how to create the citizenship portal account.

يُقدَّم خلال برنامج خدمات الاستقرار، من سلسلة تتكّون من 6 جلسات تهدف إلى توفير معلومات أساسية للذين يستعدون للحصول على الجنسية الكندية. تغطي كل جلسة مواضيع رئيسية مثل شروط التأهيل، الوثائق المطلوبة، خطوات تقديم الطلب، الرسوم، واختبار الجنسية. انضموا إلينا لاكتساب المعرفة والدعم الذي تحتاجونه في طريقكم نحو أن تصبحوا مواطنين كندي

ستركز هذه الجلسة حصريًا على عملية التقديم إلكترونيًا وكيفية إنشاء حساب على منصة الجنسية

For Inquiry:

Send an email to huda.bolow@issbc.org

Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
2025-06-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-07 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Maple Ridge, 110-22638 119th Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
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?

We are here to support you!

Join 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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

How to Apply for Canadian Citizenship - Hybrid
2025-06-24 13:30 - 15:30 | ISSofBC Coquitlam office, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4, Canada
نحوه درخواست شهروندی کانادا

Farsi/English

Ready to Apply for Canadian Citizenship? Get Informed First!

This session provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Covering key topics such as eligibility, required documents, and application steps, and more. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian Citizen.

This session will be presented both Online via MS TEAMS and In-person at our ISSofBC Coquitlam location at Lincoln Ave, Address is provided below.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Resident (PRs) ❑ Protected Person, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)

For Inquiries: Send an email to [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] or Call [778-372-6525]

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آماده درخواست شهروندی کانادا هستید؟

این جلسه اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند، ارائه می‌دهد. این جلسه موضوعات کلیدی مانند شرایط لازم، مدارک مورد نیاز، مراحل درخواست و موارد دیگر را پوشش می‌دهد. برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر تبدیل شدن به یک شهروند کانادایی، به ما بپیوندید

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

[778-372-6525] یا تماس بگیری [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به

Kids Have Stress too | Parenting Workshop Series - Online (Session 01)
2025-06-27 12:00 - 14:00 | BC
بچه ها هم استرس دارن – آنلاین (جلسه اول)

Farsi/English

Parenting Workshop Series in Farsi – Online

Fridays, June 27 – August 1, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Are you a newcomer to Canada navigating parenting in a new culture? Join our free, supportive workshop series designed specifically for newcomers immigrants. Each week, we’ll explore key topics to help you better understand your children, manage stress, and strengthen family connections during this time of transition.

Sessions are held online in Farsi every Friday via MS TEAMS from June 27 to August 1, 2025. Come connect, learn, and grow with other parents on the same journey.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Resident (PR)

❑ Protected Person, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)

For Inquires: Send an email to [zohreh.kondori@issbc.org]

مجموعه کلاس های فرزند پروری برای مهاجرین

جمعه‌ها، ۲۷ ژوئن تا ۱ آگوست ۲۰۲۵ | ۱۲:۰۰ ظهر تا ۲:۰۰ بعد از ظهرu

آیا شما یک تازه وارد به کانادا هستید که در حال گذراندن مراحل فرزندپروری در یک فرهنگ جدید هستید؟ به مجموعه کارگاه‌های رایگان و حمایتی ما که مخصوص مهاجران تازه وارد طراحی شده است، بپیوندید. هر هفته، ما موضوعات کلیدی را بررسی خواهیم کرد تا به شما در درک بهتر فرزندانتان، مدیریت استرس و تقویت ارتباطات خانوادگی در این دوران گذار کمک کنیم

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

[zohreh.kondori@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به

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Tenancy Rights and Responsibilities - Online (قوانین و مسئولیتهای مالک و مستاجر)
2025-06-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Where:
Join us online to learn about Tenancy Rights and Responsibilities including:

▪ Damage deposits▪ How to end a tenancy▪ Repairs and maintenance▪ Tenancy agreement

When:Friday – June 27, 20252:00 pm to 3:30pm

Where:Virtual/TeamsEnglish/Persian (Farsi)

Contact us:778-372-6536Maryam.Keshtkar@issbc.org

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Effectively Tracking The Status of Your Citizenship Application (Session-03) - Online
2025-06-28 10:00 - 12:00 | BC
تتبُّع حالة طلب الحصول على الجنسية الكندية بشكل فعّال (الجلسة الثالثة) – جلسة افتراضية

English/Arabic

Want to Track Your Citizenship Application with Ease?

Offered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC, this 6-part session series provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Each session covers key topics such as eligibility, required documents, application steps, fees, and the citizenship test. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

This Session will provide you with information on creating a citizenship application tracker, allowing you to monitor the status of your citizenship application process.

يُقدَّم خلال برنامج خدمات الاستقرار، من سلسلة تتكّون من 6 جلسات تهدف إلى توفير معلومات أساسية للذين يستعدون للحصول على الجنسية الكندية. تغطي كل جلسة مواضيع رئيسية مثل شروط التأهيل، الوثائق المطلوبة، خطوات تقديم الطلب، الرسوم، واختبار الجنسية. انضموا إلينا لاكتساب المعرفة والدعم الذي تحتاجونه في طريقكم نحو أن تصبحوا مواطنين كندي

تهدف هذه الجلسة إلى تزويدك بالمعلومات اللازمة لإنشاء أداة لتتبع طلب الجنسية، مما يمكّنك من متابعة مراحل وإجراءات طلبك بكل سهولة

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For Inquiry:

Send an email to huda.bolow@issbc.org

Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Wednesdays)
2025-07-02 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 13:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays), Farsi, Dari, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays)

A program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to:

•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors

•Promote digital literacy and inclusion

•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness

•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities

•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions

Program runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM

ISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster, BC

To Register: connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org

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Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Fridays)
2025-07-04 10:00 - 13:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada

Make the Connection | Parenting Workshop Series - Online (Session 02)
2025-07-04 12:00 - 14:00 | BC
چگونه ارتباط برقرار کنیم – آنلاین (جلسه دوم)

Farsi/English

Parenting Workshop Series in Farsi – Online

Fridays, June 27 – August 1, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Are you a newcomer to Canada navigating parenting in a new culture? Join our free, supportive workshop series designed specifically for newcomers immigrants. Each week, we’ll explore key topics to help you better understand your children, manage stress, and strengthen family connections during this time of transition.

Sessions are held online in Farsi every Friday via MS TEAMS from June 27 to August 1, 2025. Come connect, learn, and grow with other parents on the same journey.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Resident (PR)

❑ Protected Person, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)

For Inquires: Send an email to [zohreh.kondori@issbc.org]

مجموعه کلاس های فرزند پروری برای مهاجرین

جمعه‌ها، ۲۷ ژوئن تا ۱ آگوست ۲۰۲۵ | ۱۲:۰۰ ظهر تا ۲:۰۰ بعد از ظهرu

آیا شما یک تازه وارد به کانادا هستید که در حال گذراندن مراحل فرزندپروری در یک فرهنگ جدید هستید؟ به مجموعه کارگاه‌های رایگان و حمایتی ما که مخصوص مهاجران تازه وارد طراحی شده است، بپیوندید. هر هفته، ما موضوعات کلیدی را بررسی خواهیم کرد تا به شما در درک بهتر فرزندانتان، مدیریت استرس و تقویت ارتباطات خانوادگی در این دوران گذار کمک کنیم

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

[zohreh.kondori@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به

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Prepare for Your Canadian Citizenship Test (Session-04) - Online
2025-07-05 10:00 - 12:00 | BC
التحضير لاختبار الجنسية الكندية (الجلسة الرابعة) – جلسة افتراضية

English/Arabic

Are You Prepared to Pass the Canadian Citizenship Test?

Offered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC, this 6-part session series provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Each session covers key topics such as eligibility, required documents, application steps, fees, and the citizenship test. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

This session aims to provide a comprehensive and effective approach for reviewing the Discover Canada book in preparation for the citizenship test.

يُقدَّم خلال برنامج خدمات الاستقرار، من سلسلة تتكّون من 6 جلسات تهدف إلى توفير معلومات أساسية للذين يستعدون للحصول على الجنسية الكندية. تغطي كل جلسة مواضيع رئيسية مثل شروط التأهيل، الوثائق المطلوبة، خطوات تقديم الطلب، الرسوم، واختبار الجنسية. انضموا إلينا لاكتساب المعرفة والدعم الذي تحتاجونه في طريقكم نحو أن تصبحوا مواطنين كندي

تهدف هذه الجلسة خصيصاً إلى تقديم طريقة شاملة وفعالة لمراجعة كتاب “اكتشف كندا” استعدادًا لاختبار الجنسية.

For Inquiry:

Send an email to huda.bolow@issbc.org

Youth Digital Storytelling
2025-07-09 16:30 - 18:30 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Tell Your Story Through Your Eyes!Are you a newcomer youth betweenthe ages of 15–24 looking to expressyourself through creative art?Join our Digital Storytelling Program:Through Our Eyes: Stories ofNewcomer Youth to explore identity,migration, settlement andcommunity through creativeexpression.What the program includes:

Final community exhibit toshowcase your story.Build skills, gain confidence, andconnect with other youth in a safesupportive space!Refreshments & bus tickets provided

When:Wed: July 9,16, 30August 6, 13 & 20Sat: July 12, 19August 2, 9,16 & 23Wed 4:30 pm-6:30 pmSat 11:00 am-1:00 pmWhere:2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

Contact us:778-372-6511tamala.mwandemere@issbc.org
