Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)

Multicultural Women's Support Group
2025-11-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-01 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver)
Come join us for 10 sessions!

FREE! Registration Open

Online Mondays 10am – 12pm

November 3rd – January 19th

❑ 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.

❑ 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!

❑ RECEIVE SUPPORT: Receive weekly group and get connected.

❑ PRACTICE: Practice your English skills in a fun and supportive environment.

At the end of the program, you will receive a Certificate of Participation

See poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Multicultural-Womens-Support-Group.pdf

Monday Conversation Circle
2025-11-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-01 13:00 - 15:00
Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE

Eligibility: Permanent Resident Only

Improve your conversation skills

Learn more about Canadian culture

Build your speaking confidence

Make new connections

When:

Monday, September 15 – December 15, 2025

6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Where:

ONLINE using Teams meeting

Must register to get the details

Contact: 604.544.1169,

elsie.decena@issbc.org

See poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Monday-CC-NW.pdf

How to Avoid Claims and Scams- English and Spanish.
2025-11-25 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Learn how to protect yourself from frauds and scams in Canada.

Free childminding and bus tickets available.

When: Nov 25, 2025

Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

English and Spanish.

In person and online via Teams

Where:

2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530

https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Poster-How-to-avoid-frauds-and-scams-NOV-2025.pdf

Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
2025-11-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 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]

한국어 무료강좌 여성지원 프로그램
2025-11-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00
Free Korean Women’s Support Group

10주 프로그램:

다른 여성들과 연결하기: 캐나다에서의 생활경험을 나누고, 서로에게서 배우며 자기 돌봄을 실천하세요

새로운 기회 발견하기: 지역사회의 무료 자원과 프로그램에 대해 알아보세요 (교육, 취업,주거, 여성건강, 정신건강, 재정 지원 등)

참가Certificate을 수여해 드립니다

세부:

10:00am to 12:00pm

매주 수요일:

October 29, 2025 to January 14, 2025

등록문의:

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUNFlKTzhVTzNHWTNYVUtOSkJCQ1FIOFhRQS4u&route=shorturl

Fiorella Di Liberto

778-372.6528

Connect with other women: Share your experiences living in Canada, learn from others, and practice self-care

Discover new opportunities: Learn about free resources and program in your community (e.g. education, employment, housing, women’s health, mental health, financial assistance)

Receive a certificate of participation

See poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Korean-Womens-Support-Group-Korean-Version-updated.pdf

Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
2025-11-26 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 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]

Empowering Seniors 50+ Learn, Connect, Thrive! The New "New Horizon" Program Is Starting!
2025-11-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-03 13:00 - 15:00 | ISSofBC Coquitlam office, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4, Canada
English/Farsi/Mandarin

Ready to Try Something New This Fall?

Are you 50 or older and looking to gain new skills, meet new people, and stay active in your community? Join our free, 12-week in-person program, offered in both Farsi and Mandarin, designed specifically to support seniors in learning, connecting, and thriving. Running from October 1 to December 19, 2025, this engaging program meets once a week for a 3-hour session at our Coquitlam office. Each week features guest speakers, interactive activities, and exciting field trips that focus on health, creativity, and digital confidence.

Participants will explore a wide range of topics, including health and wellness sessions led by pharmacists, yoga instructors, and wellness experts; digital literacy training to help navigate online banking, avoid scams, and stay safe online; and creative workshops, such as art therapy and hands-on activities. The program also introduces seniors to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, including how to stay safe from AI-generated scams. Field trips to local libraries, banks, art walks, and community attractions help foster connection, confidence, and fun.

This is a unique opportunity to build friendships, learn in your preferred language, and explore the local community — all in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Eligibility Criteria

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

This program will be running in-person at our Coquitlam location. Address and Map directions are provided below!

Spots are limited — register early to secure your place.

Registration Information:

For registration in Farsi click on Here or send an email to [zohreh.kondori@issbc.org]

For registration in Mandarin, click on Here or send an email to [hala.helmy@issbc.org]

If you don’t speak either languages and wish to participate in the program, click Here or send an email to [hala.helmy@issbc.org]

How to Avoid Claims and Scams- English, Farsi and Dari.
2025-11-26 14:00 - 16:00 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Learn how to protect yourself from frauds and scams in Canada.

Free childminding and bus tickets available.

When: Nov 26, 2025

Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

English, Farsi and Dari.

In person and online via Teams

Where:

2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530

https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Poster-How-to-avoid-frauds-and-scams-NOV-2025.pdf

Thursdays Conversation Circle – Online
2025-11-27 02:00 - 14:30, 2025-12-04 02:00 - 14:30
Are you a Newcomer who would like to:

▪ Connect with others, make new friends, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence and have lots of fun?

If so, we’d love to welcome you to our online Conversation Circle on TEAMS, happening every Thursday until December 18—join us to connect, practice, and have fun!

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]

How to Avoid Claims and Scams- English and Arabic.
2025-11-27 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Learn how to protect yourself from frauds and scams in Canada.

Free childminding and bus tickets available.

When: Nov 27, 2025

Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

English and Arabic.

In person and online via Teams

Where:

2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530

https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Poster-How-to-avoid-frauds-and-scams-NOV-2025.pdf

Friday Conversation Circle – Online
2025-11-28 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]

GRUPO DE APOYO PARA MUJERES (En espanol)
2025-11-28 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
No estas sola, juntas somos mas fuertes!

Únete a nosotras y…

CONECTATE: Conoce a otras mujeres y forma parte de una comunidad segura donde podrás compartir y fortalecer tu experiencia en Canadá

APRENDE: Descubre recursos, beneficios, y programas gratuitos en Canadá que te ayudarán en una variedad de temas como con el aprendizaje de inglés, empleo, salud, vivienda, salud mental, asistencia financiera y mas!

RECIBE APOYO: Obtén apoyo grupal y orientaciónen personalizada en español para ti y tu familia durante tu proces so de adaptación

CRECE: Crece junto a otras mujeres, fortalece tu confianza y desc ubre nuevas oportunidades para tu futuro

Al final del programa recibirás un certificado de participación

10 SESIONES Todos los viernes de 10am a 12pm

INICIO: 7 DE NOVIEMBRE

#280 – 610 6th St., New Westminster (Royal City Centre – segundo piso del centro comercial)

También ofrecemos opción virtual!

REGISTRO: fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org; (778) 372-6528

❑ GET CONNECTED: Meet other women and share your experience in Canada in a safe space

❑ LEARN: Learn about free resources, benefits and programs in Canada on many different topics, including learning English, health, employment, housing, mental health, financial assistance, and more!

❑ RECEIVE SUPPORT: Receive support in a group as well as personalized support for you and your family as you adjust to life in Canada

❑ GROW: Grow next to other women, increase your confidence, and discover new opportunities for your future.

Consulta los carteles para más detalles: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Spanish-Womens-Support-Group-Combined-Version.pdf

Accessing Health Services in BC
2025-11-28 13:00 - 14:30
Join us for an informative session to learn how to access health services in B.C.

We will cover the following topics:

Where to go when you don’t have a family doctor: Information on walk-in clinics and urgent care.

How to register with a family doctor.

Immunization and public health: An overview of vaccination services: Guidelines for emergency situations.

Details about Pharmacare and medication coverage

When: Every Friday

October 17 to November 28, 2025

2 PM to 3:30 PM

Where: In-person and online

3020 Lincoln Avenue, #240A

Coquitlam, BC V3B 6B4

For registration contact:

Sara Lotati

Email at: sara.lotati @issbc.org or Call at 604-545-1088

See poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Accessing-Health-Services-in-BC.pdf

English Conversation Circle (In-Person Fridays)
2025-11-28 13:00 - 15:00 | New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3M 2B3, Canada
Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE

Improve your English conversation skills

Learn more about Canadian culture

Build your speaking confidence

Make new connections

When:

In-Person Fridays

September 12 – December 12, 2025

1:00pm to 3:00pm

In-Person Saturdays

September 13 – December 13, 2025

10:30am to 12:30pm

Where:

New Westminster Public Library

716 6th Avenue

New Westminster, BC V3M 2B3

Contact: 604.544.1169,

elsie.decena@issbc.org

See poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/English-CC-NW.pdf

International Student Program
2025-11-29 10:00 - 11:30 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Multicultural Youth Circleu003cbru003e(Lite): Enhanced Training

Are you an International Student?

Join us in a webinar and learn:

Updates, new public policies for International Students

Ability to work while on a Study Permit

Can your spouse/dependent accompany you while you study?

New requirements for the Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

Options for Permanent Residency

Speaker:

Robert Leong

Immigration Lawyer

When:

Saturday – November 29, 2025

10:00 am to 11:30 am

Where: Online- Microsoft Teams

To register, please contact: amy.lin@issbc.org

https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Poster_International-Student-Program_11292025-1.pdf

English Conversation Circle (In-Person Saturdays)
2025-11-29 10:30 - 12:30 | New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3M 2B3, Canada
Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE

Improve your English conversation skills

Learn more about Canadian culture

Build your speaking confidence

Make new connections

When:

In-Person Fridays

September 12 – December 12, 2025

1:00pm to 3:00pm

In-Person Saturdays

September 13 – December 13, 2025

10:30am to 12:30pm

New Westminster Public Library

716 6th Avenue

New Westminster, BC V3M 2B3

Contact: 604.544.1169,

elsie.decena@issbc.org

See poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/English-CC-NW.pdf

Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
2025-12-01 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]

Banking in Canada _ English and Spanish
2025-12-02 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Learn about banking in Canada: opening accounts, managing debit and credit cards, credit history, etc.

Free childminding and bus tickets available.

When: Dec 2, 2025

Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

English and Spanish

In person and online via Teams

Where:

2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530

https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Poster-Banking-in-CA-DEC-2025.pdf

Mortgage System in Canada and First Time Home Buyers.
2025-12-03 13:30 - 15:00
قوانین وام مسکن در کانادا

Is Home Ownership in Canada Right for You?

Thinking about buying your first home in Canada but not sure where to start? Join our Farsi-language online workshop on TEAMS and get clear, practical guidance. In this session, we’ll cover what you need to know about the Canadian mortgage system, explore whether renting or buying makes more sense for your situation, and discuss the real costs of home ownership. We will also talk about how to decide if now is the right time for you to buy. This workshop is designed especially for first-time home buyers and newcomers looking for reliable information before taking the next step.

Eligibility Criteria

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

For Registration Inquires: Send an email to [mojgan.heydarpour@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6544]

آیا خانه‌دار شدن در کانادا انتخاب مناسبی برای شماست؟

آیا به خرید اولین خانه خود در کانادا فکر می‌کنید اما نمی‌دانید از کجا شروع کنید؟ در کارگاه آنلاین ما به زبان فارسی شرکت کنید و راهنمایی‌های واضح و کاربردی دریافت کنید. در این جلسه، آنچه را که باید در مورد سیستم وام مسکن در کانادا بدانید، بررسی خواهیم کرد، بررسی خواهیم کرد که آیا اجاره یا خرید برای شرایط شما بهترین گزینه است و در مورد هزینه‌های واقعی مالکیت خانه صحبت خواهیم کرد. همچنین به شما کمک خواهیم کرد تا تصمیم بگیرید که آیا اکنون زمان مناسبی برای خرید خانه است یا خیر. این کارگاه به طور خاص برای خریداران بار اول و تازه واردانی طراحی شده است که به دنبال اطلاعات موثق قبل از برداشتن قدم بعدی هستند

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

[778-372-6544] [mojgan.heydarpour@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به

Banking in Canada _ English, Farsi and Dari
2025-12-03 14:00 - 16:00 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Learn about banking in Canada: opening accounts, managing debit and credit cards, credit history, etc.

Free childminding and bus tickets available.

When: Dec 3, 2025

Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

English, Farsi and Dari

In person and online via Teams

Where:

2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530

https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Poster-Banking-in-CA-DEC-2025.pdf

How to Apply for Canadian Citizenship
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00
نحوه درخواست شهروندی کانادا

Farsi/English

What you need to know about Canadian Citizenship application?

Offered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC, this workshop provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship in Farsi. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

Session is held online via MS TEAMS in Farsi on Wednesday December 3rd, 2025. Come connect, learn, and grow your confidence as you prepare for the Citizenship Test!

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Resident (PR)

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

For Registration Inquires: Send an email to [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6525]

آنچه میبآیست در خصوص مراحل دریافت ​شهروندی کانادا بدانید

این کارگاه که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را به زبان فارسی برای کسانی که برای شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند، ارائه می‌دهد. برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروندی کانادا، به ما بپیوندید

این جلسه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی در روز چهارشنبه، ۳ دسامبر ۲۰۲۵ برگزار می‌شود. بیایید و ارتباط برقرار کنید، یاد بگیرید و اعتماد به نفس خود را برای آمادگی در آزمون شهروندی تقویت کنید

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

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