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UID:10011770-1774531800-1774535400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Discussion Groups
DESCRIPTION:Thursday – Feb 26\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 5\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 12\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 19\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 26\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMakda O\n\n778 372 6580
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-discussion-groups/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T182452Z
CREATED:20260224T182451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182452Z
UID:10011778-1774519200-1774526400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Renting in BC and BC Housing_English and Arabic
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\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 26\, 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/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing_english-and-arabic-2/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260312T171456Z
CREATED:20260206T194142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171456Z
UID:10011655-1774436400-1774440000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canada: The Rich & Vibrant History of Indigenous People Webinar for Korean Immigrants.
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Canada and preparing for your citizenship test? Understanding the history and cultures of Indigenous Peoples is essential for citizenship. Join our webinar led by a LINC English Program instructor who understands the learning needs of Korean immigrants. This engaging session offers valuable insights to help you navigate this important topic. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n아니면 여러분의 새로운 터전인 캐나다를 제대로 알고 싶으신가요? \n\n캐나다의 다양한 원주민 역사와 문화는 캐나다 사회를 이해하는 데 꼭 필요한 핵심 주제이자\, 시민이 되기 위해 반드시 알아야 할 내용입니다. 한국 이민자들의 학습 니즈를 잘 아는 경험 많은 LINC 영어 프로그램 강사와 함께 하는 특별한 웨비나에 여러분을 초대합니다!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canada-the-rich-vibrant-history-of-indigenous-people-webinar-for-korean-immigrants/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T182745Z
CREATED:20260224T182744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182745Z
UID:10011779-1774432800-1774440000@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\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 25\, 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-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T192727Z
CREATED:20260115T192726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T192727Z
UID:10011448-1774432800-1774440000@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/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T160000
DTSTAMP:20260224T182240Z
CREATED:20260224T182238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182240Z
UID:10011777-1774360800-1774368000@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\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 24\, 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/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing_english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T150000
DTSTAMP:20251204T184643Z
CREATED:20251204T184642Z
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UID:10011129-1774270800-1774278000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Improve your conversation skills\n\n	Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n	Build your speaking confidence\n\n	Make new connections\n\n\n\n\nWhen:  \n\n\n\n6:00 pm to 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\n\n\nMust register to get the details \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee poster for details:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T191543Z
CREATED:20260115T191507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191543Z
UID:10011410-1774260000-1774267200@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/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260203T190746Z
CREATED:20260203T185205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T190746Z
UID:10011649-1774011600-1774018800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Winter In-Person Saturday Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Improve your English conversation skills\n\n	Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n	Build your speaking confidence\n\n	Make new connections\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-person Saturday\, February 7 to March 21\, 2026 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:300 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n716 6th Avenue  \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3
URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-saturday-conversation-circle/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260127T222802Z
CREATED:20260127T222339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T222802Z
UID:10011579-1774011600-1774018800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Winter In-Person Friday Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \n\nEligibility:  Permanent Resident Only \n\n\n\n\n	Improve your English conversation skills\n\n	Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n	Build your speaking confidence\n\n	Make new connections\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-person Fridays\, February 6 to March 20\, 2026 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n716 6th Avenue  \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3
URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-friday-conversation-circle/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260115T200307Z
CREATED:20260115T200306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T200307Z
UID:10011523-1773999000-1774004400@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-3/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T181808Z
CREATED:20260224T181745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T181808Z
UID:10011776-1773914400-1773921600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education in BC_English and Arabic
DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the adult education options available in BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 19\, 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/adult-education-in-bc_english-farsi-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:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T181525Z
CREATED:20260224T181524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T181525Z
UID:10011775-1773828000-1773835200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education in BC_English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the adult education options available in BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 18\, 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/adult-education-in-bc_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:20260317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T160000
DTSTAMP:20260224T181242Z
CREATED:20260224T181240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T181242Z
UID:10011774-1773756000-1773763200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education in BC_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 adult education options available in BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 17\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari  \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\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/adult-education-in-bc_english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T180729Z
CREATED:20260224T180727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T180729Z
UID:10011773-1773309600-1773316800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Education System K to 12\, English and Arabic
DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the education system from kinder to grade 12. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 12\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm  \n\nEnglish and Arabic  \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\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/education-system-k-to-12-english-and-arabic-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:20260312T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T103000
DTSTAMP:20260115T194248Z
CREATED:20260115T193904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T194248Z
UID:10011485-1773306900-1773311400@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-3/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260214T002743Z
CREATED:20260214T002438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T002743Z
UID:10011761-1773252000-1773259200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Application
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-application-3/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260214T002326Z
CREATED:20260214T002231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T002326Z
UID:10011529-1773252000-1773259200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Application
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-application-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T180508Z
CREATED:20260224T180507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T180508Z
UID:10011772-1773223200-1773230400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Education System K to 12\, English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the education system from kinder to grade 12. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 11\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm  \n\nEnglish and Spanish     \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\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/education-system-k-to-12-english-and-spanish-2/
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:20260310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260224T180223Z
CREATED:20260224T180222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T180223Z
UID:10011771-1773151200-1773158400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Education System K to 12\, 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 education system from kinder to grade 12. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: March 10\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm  \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari    \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\n\n\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/education-system-k-to-12-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:20260227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260130T173215Z
CREATED:20260130T173004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T173215Z
UID:10011597-1772200800-1772204400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:New Beginnings
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– Learn how to care for your mental health and find balance during settlement and transition. \n\n– Understanding Childhood Immunizations \n\n\n\n– Simple nutrition\, hydration\, sleep and movement habits for a balanced live \n\n\n\n\n\n– Explore simple and practical ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle in your new environment.  \n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 6 to 27\, 2026 \n\n2:00 PM tp 3:00PM \n\n\n\n\n\n#610 6th Street\, New Westminster BC \n\nV3L 3C2 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmail:  nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org  \n\nCall at 778-372-5848
URL:https://issbc.org/event/new-beginnings/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260127T201101Z
CREATED:20260127T200317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201101Z
UID:10011563-1772100000-1772107200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP\, English and Arabic
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: February 26\, 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/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp-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:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260127T201040Z
CREATED:20260127T200657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201040Z
UID:10011564-1772013600-1772020800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP\, English and Spanish
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: February 25\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm  \n\nEnglish and Spanish  \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n208 – 7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC.  \n\nFor registration: please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp-english-and-spanish-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260127T201147Z
CREATED:20260127T201142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201147Z
UID:10011562-1771941600-1771948800@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: February 24\, 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/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp-english-farsi-and-dari-2/
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:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260219T182218Z
CREATED:20260219T182216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T182218Z
UID:10011763-1771941600-1771947000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Pathways to Permanent Residency
DESCRIPTION:مسیرهای مهاجرتی برای اقامت دائم\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Immigration Levels Plan 2026 – 2028\n\n	Different immigrant categories\n\n	Updates to the BC Provincial Nominee Program\n\n	Latest trends in the Federal Express Entry Intake Management System\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm to 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\nEnglish / Persian (Farsi)\n\n\n\n\n\nmaryam.keshtkar@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/immigration-pathways-to-permanent-residency/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260218T140000
DTSTAMP:20251113T193632Z
CREATED:20251113T193631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T193632Z
UID:10010795-1771419600-1771423200@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/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260127T164736Z
CREATED:20260127T164735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T164736Z
UID:10011559-1771408800-1771416000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\n\n\nLearn about cultural awareness and social etiquette in Canada.  \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: February 18\, 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/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-canada-english-and-spanish/
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:20260217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260127T165003Z
CREATED:20260127T164520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165003Z
UID:10011558-1771336800-1771344000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English\, Farsi and Dari
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about cultural awareness and social etiquette in Canada.  \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: February 17\, 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/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-canada-english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260108T210614Z
CREATED:20260108T210610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T210614Z
UID:10011376-1770921000-1770928200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Adapting to the Shifting Job Market: Career Transitions & AI-Powered Job Search Strategies for Korean Permanent Residents | Online
DESCRIPTION:Understand current Canadian job market trends and growing industries\n\n\n\n	Identify your skills and explore career options in a new job market\n\n\n\n	Use AI tools to strengthen resumes\, LinkedIn profiles\, and job applications\n\n\n\n	Improve networking strategies in today’s tech-driven hiring process\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	현대 채용 환경에 맞는 효과적인 네트워킹 전략
URL:https://issbc.org/event/adapting-to-the-shifting-job-market-career-transitions-ai-powered-job-search-strategies-for-korean-permanent-residents-online/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260105T230023Z
CREATED:20260105T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T230023Z
UID:10011300-1770915600-1770922800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Citizenship Test/ Preparation Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in preparing for your citizenship test in Canada? \n\nDo you need information about the topics and materials to prepare for your test? \n\nDo you need to practice test questions and learn about the online test format? \n\nIf yes\, we at ISSofBC are holding an online series of 6 sessions to help people prepare for the citizenship test. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPh: 778-372 6580 (9 AM to 4 PM\, Mon to Fri) \n\nhttps://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Citizenship-Test-Prep.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/citizenship-test-preparation-series/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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