Women's Group - Mandarin
2025-08-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-12 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | ISSofBC – New Westminstet, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
The Women’s Group aims to connect, support, and share experiences within Mandarin speaker’s women in the community, creating a safety space to feel seen, heard and included.

Primary and Secondary Education in Canada - Online
2025-08-29 18:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
التعليم الابتدائي والثانوي في كندا -افتراضي

Arabic/English

How Does the School System Work in Canada?

Join us for an informative workshop that breaks down primary and secondary education in Canada. Learn about different types of schools, the school year structure, how to register your child, and the support available through settlement workers in schools. Whether you’re new to the country or just new to the school system, this session will help you navigate it with confidence.

For registration and Inquiry, please send an email to: huda.bolow@issbc.org

Eligibility Criteria

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

كيف يعمل نظام التعليم المدرسي في كندا؟

هل أنت جديد في كندا ولديك أطفال في سن الدراسة؟ هذه الورشة مخصصة لمساعدتك على فهم نظام التعليم الابتدائي والثانوي في كندا. سنتحدث عن أنواع المدارس، متى يبدأ وينتهي العام الدراسي، كيفية تسجيل الأطفال، ودور عمال الاستقرار الموجودين داخل المدارس لمساعدتك أنت وأطفالك. انضم إلينا لتتعرف على الخطوات المهمة وتبدأ رحلة تعليمية ناجحة لعائلتك.

huda.bolow@issbc.org :للتسجيل والاستفسار يرجى ارسال ايميل الى

Renting in BC and BC Housing - in person and online
2025-09-03 00:00 - 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 rent in BC and about BC Housing.

Free childminding and bus tickets available.

When:

Wed – Sept 3, 2025

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

English, and Spanish

In person and online

Where:

2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration please contact:

Ingrid Mutter

778-372-6530 Ingrid.mutter@issbc.org

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Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
2025-09-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-17 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Maple Ridge, 110-22638 119th Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
Are you a Newcomer who would like to:▪ Connect with others, and practice English?▪ Learn more about your community and Canada?▪ Challenge yourself to build your speaking confidence?

We are here to support you!

Join our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle in Maple Ridge! This in-person circle is perfect for lower intermediate speakers who want to build confidence, improve their skills, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Share stories, make new friends, and feel part of the community.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Residents and Protected Persons living in the Lower Mainland, BC.❑ International Student, Refugee Claimants, and Temporary Foreign Workers ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.❑ Naturalized Canadian citizens ONLY living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows.

Note: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.

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

Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
2025-09-03 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-10 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-17 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]

Health and Wellness series for Newcomers in Canada
2025-09-04 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-09-11 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-09-18 14:00 - 15:30 | British Columbia
Arabic, Farsi, Eritrean, Rohingiya

We welcome you to join us for a short series of health information sessions at ISSofBC.

This will help you know more about healthy living and how to connect with health services in Canada.

Topics like introduction to health, accessing health services, health coverage, immunization, chronic diseases, and stress management will be included.

Attendees will be able to better understand their rights as patients in Canada.

When:

Every Thursday – August 21 to September 25, 2025

2 PM to 3:30 PM

Where: In-person and online

2610 Victoria Drive

Vancouver, BC V5N 4LS

For registration contact

Mazhar Iqbal at mazhar.iqbal@issbc.org

Or Call at 778.372.6580

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Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series | Online
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
جلسات اموزشی آمادگی امتحان شهروندی کانادا | آنلاین

Farsi/English

Getting Ready for the 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 in Farsi. Each session will review of the Citizenship Knowledge book and practice citizenship exam questions Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

Sessions are held online via MS TEAMS in Farsi every Thursday starting September 04th running till October 09th, 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 Inquires and registration: Send an email to [abdul.samim@issbc.org] or call [604-684-7944]

برای آزمون شهروندی آماده می شوید؟

این مجموعه جلسات ۴ قسمتی که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند، به زبان فارسی ارائه می‌دهد. هر جلسه به بررسی کتاب دانش شهروندی و تمرین سوالات آزمون شهروندی اختصاص دارد. برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروند شدن کانادا، به ما بپیوندید.

جلسات از ۴ سپتامبر تا ۹ اکتبر ۲۰۲۵، هر پنجشنبه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی برگزار می‌شود. بیایید و با ما در ارتباط باشید، یاد بگیرید و اعتماد به نفس خود را افزایش دهید تا برای آزمون شهروندی آماده شوید!

[604-684-7944] [abdul.samim@issbc.org] جهت استعلام و ثبت نام: ارسال ایمیل به

Friday Conversation Circle – Online
2025-09-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-12 10:00 - 11:30 | British Columbia
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]

Immigration and Youth, Between two worlds | Parenting Workshop Series - Online (Session 05)
2025-09-05 13:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
مهاجرت و نوجوانی، فرزند پروری در محیط دو فرهنگی – آنلاین (جلسه پنجم)

Farsi/English

Parenting Workshop Series in Farsi – Online

Fridays, June 27 – September 12, 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 September 12, 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 تا۱۲ سپتامبر 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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Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
2025-09-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-15 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]

Exploitation & Scams
2025-09-09 14:00 - 16:00 | British Columbia
کلاهبرداری و بهره کشی

Join us online to learn about Exploitation & Scams

Identify common scams and exploit

How to recognize red flags and protect your personal information

Know what to do if you have been scammed or exploited

Tuesday – September 9, 2025

2:00pm to 4:00pm

Where:

Online on MS Teams

English / Persian (Farsi

Contact us:

778-372-6536

maryam.keshtkar@issbc.org

Please see poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Exploitation-Scam-2025.pdf

Webinar: Settlement Guide in BC In Partnership with Consulate General of Mexico in Vancouver | Online
2025-09-09 17:00 - 18:00 | British Columbia
Guía de Asentamiento en BC

Spanish/English

ISSofBC Services in Spanish!

Are you a Permanent Resident or Protected Person living in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, or Port Moody? ISSofBC is here to support your journey of settling and thriving in Canada.

Our dedicated team offers free and personalized settlement services to help you and your family successfully integrate into life in the Tri-Cities. Whether you’re new to the country or looking to better understand Canadian systems and resources, we’re here to assist.

Eligibility Criteria

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

For Registration and Inquiries: Send an email [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] or Call [778-370-5112]

Servicios de ISSofBC en Español

¿Eres residente permanente o persona protegida y vives en Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam o Port Moody? ISSofBC está aquí para apoyarte en tu proceso de asentamiento y para que puedas prosperar en Canadá.

Nuestro equipo dedicado ofrece servicios de asentamiento gratuitos y personalizados para ayudarte a ti y a tu familia a integrarse con éxito a la vida en las Tri-Cities. Ya sea que seas nuevo en el país o que estés buscando entender mejor los sistemas y recursos canadienses, estamos aquí para ayudarte.Criterios de Elegibilidad

❑ Residente Permanente (PR)❑ Persona Protegida, según lo definido en el artículo 95 de la Ley de Inmigración y Protección de Refugiados de Canadá (IRPA)

Para registrarse o hacer consultas: Envíe un correo electrónico a [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] o llame al [778-370-5112]

Renewal and Replacement of Permanent Resident Card: Process and Application Form
2025-09-10 10:00 - 12:00 | British Columbia
Renovación y Reemplazo de la Tarjeta de Residente Permanente: Proceso y Formulario de Solicitud

Spanish/English

Need to Renew or Replace Your Permanent Resident (PR) Card?

Join us for a step-by-step session on how to renew or replace your Permanent Resident Card. Whether your card is expired, lost, or damaged, we will walk you through the entire process. Learn how to fill out the application form correctly, what documents you need to submit, and how to avoid common mistakes. This session is designed to make the process simple and stress-free.

Eligibility Criteria

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

For Registration and Inquiries: Send an email [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] or Call [778-370-5112]

¿Necesitas renovar o reemplazar tu Tarjeta de Residente Permanente (PR)?

Únete a nosotros en una sesión paso a paso sobre cómo renovar o reemplazar tu Tarjeta de Residente Permanente. Ya sea que tu tarjeta esté vencida, perdida o dañada, te guiaremos durante todo el proceso. Aprende cómo llenar correctamente el formulario de solicitud, qué documentos necesitas presentar y cómo evitar errores comunes. Esta sesión está diseñada para que el proceso sea sencillo y sin estrés.

Criterios de Elegibilidad

❑ Residente Permanente (PR)❑ Persona Protegida, según lo definido en el artículo 95 de la Ley de Inmigración y Protección de Refugiados de Canadá (IRPA)

Para registrarse o hacer consultas: Envíe un correo electrónico a [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] o llame al [778-370-5112]

Emotional parenting in the digital world | Parenting Workshop Series - Online (Session 06)
2025-09-12 13:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
(فرزند پروری احساسی در عصر دیجیتال، قلب های آرام در دنیای پر سرعت – آنلاین (جلسه ششم

Farsi/English

Parenting Workshop Series in Farsi – Online

Fridays, June 27 – September 12, 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 September 12, 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 تا۱۲ سپتامبر 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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English Conversation Circle
2025-09-12 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

English Conversation Circle
2025-09-13 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 Saturdays

September 13 to December 13, 2025

10:30am to 12:30pm

Where:

New Westminster Public Library

716 6th Avenue

New Westminster, BC V3M 2B3

Contact: 604.554.1169,

elsie.decena@issbc.org

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

Monday Conversation Circle
2025-09-15 13:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
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
