Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)

Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
2025-06-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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
2025-06-25 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]

Friday Conversation Circle – Online
2025-06-27 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-11 10:00 - 11:30
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]

Kids Have Stress too | Parenting Workshop Series - Online (Session 01)
2025-06-27 12:00 - 14:00
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
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

Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
2025-06-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-14 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]

Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Wednesdays)
2025-07-02 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-16 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, 2025-07-11 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
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
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

Grupo de Apoyo para Mujeres en Español
2025-07-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-15 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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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

Health and Wellness
2025-07-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Online, Canada
Free workshops for AsylumSeekers and Refugee Claimantswho live in Vancouver or Burnaby.Learn about health plans forRefugee Claimants and Residentsof BC

When:Thu – July 10, 202510:00 am to 12:00 pmEnglish and SpanishIn Person and OnlineWed – July 16, 2052:00 pm to 4:00 pmEnglish, Farsi and DariIn Person and OnlineThu – July 17, 202510:00 am to 12:00 pmEnglish and ArabicIn Person and OnlineWhere:2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration, please contact:Ingrid MutterIngrid.mutter@issbc.org778-372-6530

Webinar - First Home Buyer | Online
2025-07-10 18:30 - 20:30
Korean/English

Thinking About Buying Your First Home? Join us and get informed first!

Join us for an empowering session designed especially for first-home buyers Korean immigrant!

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone—but it can also be overwhelming, especially if you’re new to Canada. That’s why we’re hosting a event to help you navigate the journey with confidence and clarity, including essential information you need to know when purchasing your first ever home.

Featuring a Guest Speaker: Steve Hahn, a Real Estate Agent

The following Topics will be discussed:

❑ Types and Characteristics of Residential Real Estate❑ Recent Trends in Real Estate Supply and Demand❑ Impact of Interest Rate Fluctuations and Government Policies on the Real Estate Market and Information on Mortgages❑ Attendees Q&A

This session will be presented Online via MS TEAMS.

Eligibility Criteria

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

For Reiteration and Inquiries: Send an email to [isabel.lee@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6550]

캐나다에서 첫집 장만시 ​꼭 알고 계셔야 할 필수 정보들을 ​영주권자 직장인 분들도 참여하기 쉽게 ​저녁 시간에 온라인으로 개최합니다.

강사: 공인중개사 스티브 한

강의 내용:

1) 주거용 부동산의 유형과 특성

2) 부동산 공급 및 수요의 최근 동향

3) 금리 변동과 정부 정책이 부동산 시장에 미치는 영향 및 주택담보대출 정보

4) 질의 응답

참가자격: 영주권자 또는 난민보호 대상자

등록 및 참석: isabel.lee@issbc.org 또는 778-372-6550으로 요청 후 MS Teams Webinar로 접속

Ups and downs of parenting | Parenting Workshop Series - Online (Session 03)
2025-07-11 12:00 - 14:00
خوشی ها و ناخوشی های فرزند پروری – آنلاین (جلسه سوم)

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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Practicing The Citizenship Test Questionnaire (Session-05) - Online
2025-07-12 10:00 - 12:00
التدريب على نموذج اختبار الجنسية الكندية (الجلسة الخامسة) – جلسة افتراضية

English/Arabic

Ready to Test Your Knowledge for the Citizenship Exam?

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.

We invite you to join us for a practice session on the citizenship test questionnaire.

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

ندعوك للانضمام إلينا في جلسة تدريبية على أسئلة اختبار الجنسية.

For Inquiry:

Send an email to huda.bolow@issbc.org
