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SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Fridays \n\nApril 10 to June 19 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:0 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-5/2026-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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SUMMARY:Farsi Speaking Women's Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:When:Wednesday & FridayApr. 29 – May 29\, 2026From 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmWhere: Online on zoom:Are you a newcomerFarsi speaking womaninterested in: \n\nMaking new friends?For more information pleasecontact:Slavica Stevanovic at:Slavica.stevanovic@issbc.orgOr by the phone #778-372-5868 \n\nLearning aboutCanadian Culture; \n\nSharing your experience \n\nGathering informationon services andresources;
URL:https://issbc.org/event/farsi-speaking-womens-peer-support-group/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260516T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
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UID:10012240-1778927400-1778934600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Saturdays \n\nApril 11 to June 20 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-6/2026-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T110000
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SUMMARY:My Circle Lite (Leadership Training)
DESCRIPTION:INFORMATION SESSION \n\nUnlock your potential as a leader! \n\nCurious about our leadership training and peer support group? Come to our info session to learn how immigrant youth (ages 15-30 ) can develop leadership skills\, share experiences\, make new friends\, and connect with community resources. Plus\, earn volunteer hours and a certificate when you finish the training! \n\nWhen: \n\nThursday– May 21 & 28\, 2026 \n\n10:00 am to 11:00 am \n\nWhere: \n\nOnline via Teams \n\nTo register\, please contact: +1 778-372-6511 sana.sharifi@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/my-circle-lite-leadership-training-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T120000
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SUMMARY:Kids Health Matters: A Parent Education Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging workshop series – Kids Health Matters!\n\nDesigned to support newcomer families in raising healthy\, thriving kids.  Featuring professional guest speakers and practical tips for family well-being.\n\n\n\nWorkshop Series Includes:\n\n1. Preventive and Physical Health (May 1 & May 8\, 2026) \n\n\n	Fluoride & Dental Health in Kids\n\n	Understanding Childhood Immunizations\n\n	Common Childhood Illnesses\n\n	Healthy Growth & Development\n\n\n \n\n2. Mental & Behavioral Health (May 15 & May 22) \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\n3. Nutrition & Healthy Habits (May 29 & June 5) \n\n\n	Family Nutrition for Healthy Kids & Feeding Challenges\n\n	Hydration and Sugar Awareness\n\n\n \n\nWhen:  Every Friday  \n\nMay 1st to June 5th\, 2026 \n\n11:00 AM to 12:00 PM \n\n \n\nWhere:  Online \n\nhttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2RX4J1PFltVMsJZKHudc-vxUMFBWNTc1OUczSUY4RjlVTkwyODNFTUVPMi4u \n\n \n\nFor registration contact: \n\nNesren Nassleh\n\nEmail:  nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall at 778-372-5848 \n\n \n\nSee poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kids-Health-Matters-NW-May-to-June-2026.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/kids-health-matters-a-parent-education-series-2/2026-05-22/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Fridays \n\nApril 10 to June 19 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:0 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-5/2026-05-22/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260427T220243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T172000Z
UID:10012516-1779472800-1779480000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Farsi Speaking Women's Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:When:Wednesday & FridayApr. 29 – May 29\, 2026From 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmWhere: Online on zoom:Are you a newcomerFarsi speaking womaninterested in: \n\nMaking new friends?For more information pleasecontact:Slavica Stevanovic at:Slavica.stevanovic@issbc.orgOr by the phone #778-372-5868 \n\nLearning aboutCanadian Culture; \n\nSharing your experience \n\nGathering informationon services andresources;
URL:https://issbc.org/event/farsi-speaking-womens-peer-support-group/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T211636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T211900Z
UID:10012241-1779532200-1779539400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Saturdays \n\nApril 11 to June 20 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-6/2026-05-23/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260414T163255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T163435Z
UID:10012485-1780052400-1780056000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Kids Health Matters: A Parent Education Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging workshop series – Kids Health Matters!\n\nDesigned to support newcomer families in raising healthy\, thriving kids.  Featuring professional guest speakers and practical tips for family well-being.\n\n\n\nWorkshop Series Includes:\n\n1. Preventive and Physical Health (May 1 & May 8\, 2026) \n\n\n	Fluoride & Dental Health in Kids\n\n	Understanding Childhood Immunizations\n\n	Common Childhood Illnesses\n\n	Healthy Growth & Development\n\n\n \n\n2. Mental & Behavioral Health (May 15 & May 22) \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\n3. Nutrition & Healthy Habits (May 29 & June 5) \n\n\n	Family Nutrition for Healthy Kids & Feeding Challenges\n\n	Hydration and Sugar Awareness\n\n\n \n\nWhen:  Every Friday  \n\nMay 1st to June 5th\, 2026 \n\n11:00 AM to 12:00 PM \n\n \n\nWhere:  Online \n\nhttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2RX4J1PFltVMsJZKHudc-vxUMFBWNTc1OUczSUY4RjlVTkwyODNFTUVPMi4u \n\n \n\nFor registration contact: \n\nNesren Nassleh\n\nEmail:  nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall at 778-372-5848 \n\n \n\nSee poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kids-Health-Matters-NW-May-to-June-2026.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/kids-health-matters-a-parent-education-series-2/2026-05-29/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T210759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T224318Z
UID:10012210-1780059600-1780066800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Fridays \n\nApril 10 to June 19 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:0 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-5/2026-05-29/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260427T220243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T172000Z
UID:10012517-1780077600-1780084800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Farsi Speaking Women's Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:When:Wednesday & FridayApr. 29 – May 29\, 2026From 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmWhere: Online on zoom:Are you a newcomerFarsi speaking womaninterested in: \n\nMaking new friends?For more information pleasecontact:Slavica Stevanovic at:Slavica.stevanovic@issbc.orgOr by the phone #778-372-5868 \n\nLearning aboutCanadian Culture; \n\nSharing your experience \n\nGathering informationon services andresources;
URL:https://issbc.org/event/farsi-speaking-womens-peer-support-group/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Online\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T211636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T211900Z
UID:10012242-1780137000-1780144200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Saturdays \n\nApril 11 to June 20 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-6/2026-05-30/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260602T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260512T201427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T201428Z
UID:10012700-1780425000-1780432200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Citizenship Online Application Webinar for Korean Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:Korean/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will guide you through the essential documents and application process for adult applicants\, minors applying independently\, and minors applying with a parent\, using clear online examples. Even if you aren’t planning to apply immediately\, we invite all Korean permanent residents to our Canadian Citizenship Online Application Webinar. This session is scheduled for the evening to accommodate working professionals. Join us to receive the essential information you need! \n\nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n	Adult Eligibility & Required Documents (Subsection 5(1) CIT 0002)\n\n\n\n	Applying for Minors: Parental Sponsorship vs. Independent Application (Subsection 5(2) vs. 5(1))\n\n\n\n	Step-by-step: How to fill out online application forms with samples\n\n\n\n	Next Steps: Processing your application after submission\n\n\n\n	Important Documents to keep while living in Canada.\n\n\nEligibility Criteria: \n\n❑ Permanent Residents (PRs) who obtained their status within the past six years are classified as economic class permanent residents. \n\n❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Registration and Inquiries: Send an email to [isabel.lee@issbc.org] with this webinar title\, your legal name and phone number \n\n\n\n성인 신청자\, 미성년자 단독 신청자\, 미성년자 동반 신청자를 위한 필수 서류 및 신청 절차를 명확한 온라인 샘플들을 통해 안내해 드립니다. 당장 신청할 계획이 없더라도 모든 한인 영주권자 여러분을 캐나다 시민권 온라인 신청 웨비나에 초대합니다. 직장인들을 위해 저녁 시간에 진행되는 이번 웨비나에 꼭 참여하셔서 필요한 정보를 얻으세요! \n\n강의 내용 안내 \n\n18세 이상 성인 신청 자격 및 증빙 서류 \n\n\n	부모 동반 신청 vs 미성년 단독 신청 차이점 및 준비 사항\n\n\n\n	실제 샘플을 통한 정확한 입력 방법 안내\n\n\n\n	서류 제출 이후의 프로세스 및 진행 단계 안내\n\n\n\n	캐나다 생활 중 꼭 챙겨야 할 중요 서류 및 내용\n\n\n참가자격: 강좌일 기준 영주권 취득한지 6년이내 영주권자 (경제 이민의 경우) 또는 난민보호 대상자 \n\n등록 및 문의: isabel.lee@issbc.org 로 강좌 제목\, 법적 영문 성함과 전화번호 기재해 요청.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/citizenship-online-application-webinar-for-korean-immigrants-2/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260414T163255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T163435Z
UID:10012486-1780657200-1780660800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Kids Health Matters: A Parent Education Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging workshop series – Kids Health Matters!\n\nDesigned to support newcomer families in raising healthy\, thriving kids.  Featuring professional guest speakers and practical tips for family well-being.\n\n\n\nWorkshop Series Includes:\n\n1. Preventive and Physical Health (May 1 & May 8\, 2026) \n\n\n	Fluoride & Dental Health in Kids\n\n	Understanding Childhood Immunizations\n\n	Common Childhood Illnesses\n\n	Healthy Growth & Development\n\n\n \n\n2. Mental & Behavioral Health (May 15 & May 22) \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\n3. Nutrition & Healthy Habits (May 29 & June 5) \n\n\n	Family Nutrition for Healthy Kids & Feeding Challenges\n\n	Hydration and Sugar Awareness\n\n\n \n\nWhen:  Every Friday  \n\nMay 1st to June 5th\, 2026 \n\n11:00 AM to 12:00 PM \n\n \n\nWhere:  Online \n\nhttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2RX4J1PFltVMsJZKHudc-vxUMFBWNTc1OUczSUY4RjlVTkwyODNFTUVPMi4u \n\n \n\nFor registration contact: \n\nNesren Nassleh\n\nEmail:  nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall at 778-372-5848 \n\n \n\nSee poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kids-Health-Matters-NW-May-to-June-2026.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/kids-health-matters-a-parent-education-series-2/2026-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T210759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T224318Z
UID:10012211-1780664400-1780671600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Fridays \n\nApril 10 to June 19 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:0 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-5/2026-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260606T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260606T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T211636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T211900Z
UID:10012243-1780741800-1780749000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Saturdays \n\nApril 11 to June 20 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-6/2026-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260511T175537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T175539Z
UID:10012699-1781262000-1781267400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Federal & Provincial Benefits for Seniors 65+
DESCRIPTION:سالمندان بالای 65 سال در کانادا  چه مزایا و درآمدی برای بازنشستگی دارند؟ \n\nFarsi/English  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre You Getting All the Benefits You Eligible After Age 65? \n\nJoin us for an informative in-person session designed to help seniors and their families better understand retirement income and government support programs available in Canada. \n\nIn this session\, we will discuss: \n\n\n	How OAS (Old Age Security) is calculated\n\n	How GIS (Guaranteed Income Supplement) works\n\n	Eligibility requirements for seniors aged 65+\n\n	Other federal and provincial benefits available to seniors\n\n\nWhether you are approaching retirement\, already receiving benefits\, or helping a family member navigate the system\, this session will provide practical and easy-to-understand information to help you make informed decisions. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquires: Send an email to [zohreh.kondori@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/federal-provincial-benefits-for-seniors-65/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T210759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T224318Z
UID:10012212-1781269200-1781276400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Fridays \n\nApril 10 to June 19 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:0 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-5/2026-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T211636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T211900Z
UID:10012244-1781346600-1781353800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Saturdays \n\nApril 11 to June 20 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-6/2026-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T210759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T224318Z
UID:10012213-1781874000-1781881200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Fridays \n\nApril 10 to June 19 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:0 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-5/2026-06-19/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260401T211636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T211900Z
UID:10012245-1781951400-1781958600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \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\nWhen:  \n\nIn Person\, Saturdays \n\nApril 11 to June 20 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/In-Person-Conversation-Circle-Spring.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-6/2026-06-20/
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260626T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260626T173000
DTSTAMP:20260514T095450
CREATED:20260511T171252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T171254Z
UID:10012612-1782487800-1782495000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Art Based Parenting Workshops
DESCRIPTION:艺术亲子工作坊 \n\nMandarin/English  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring your Child Closer to Art \n\nMandarin Parenting Workshop Series \n\nWelcome to our three in-person session art and parenting workshop\, designed especially for newcomer immigrant parents. \n\nTopics include: \n\n\n	Fostering creativity and innovative thinking\n\n\n\n	Developing interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills\n\n\n\n	Managing stress and enhancing physical and mental well-being\n\n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquires: Send an email to [theresa.yu@issbc.org]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/art-based-parenting-workshops/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Tri-cities LINC Office\, 136 3030 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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