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SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/mondays-conversation-circle-basic-in-person/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T140000
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SUMMARY:Women's Group - Mandarin
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-group-mandarin/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminstet\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberly Lopez":MAILTO:kimberly.lopez@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T130000
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SUMMARY:English 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\n\n\nSeptember 12 – December 12\, 2025 \n\n1:00pm  to 3:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 13 – December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\n\n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-2/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:New Westminster Public Library\, 716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 2B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T130000
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UID:10010298-1758286800-1758294000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English 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\n\n\nSeptember 12 – December 12\, 2025 \n\n1:00pm  to 3:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 13 – December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\n\n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:New Westminster Public Library\, 716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 2B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T150000
DTSTAMP:20250905T235840Z
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UID:10009372-1758286800-1758294000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:DEI and Truth & Reconciliation Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:This series will guide you through the foundations of DEI\, an exploration of systemic barriers\, and the processes of Truth and Reconciliation\, while giving you practical tools to create more inclusive spaces and meaningful change. \n\n\n\nJoin us to strengthen your knowledge of DEI\, build awareness of systemic inequities\, and take actionable steps toward reconciliation and inclusion. \n\nWe’re here to support you in learning\, reflecting\, and contributing to a more equitable and reconciled society.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/dei-and-truth-reconciliation-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program-online/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001756-1758283200-1758285000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T213211Z
UID:10009472-1758279600-1758285000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Health Services in BC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a helpful series of information sessions to better understand health coverage and services in British Columbia. \n\nTopics will include: \n\n– MSP and IFH coverage \n\n– How to find a family doctor \n\n– Using walk-in clinics \n\n– Emergency vs. non-emergency care \n\n– Pharmacare and medication coverage and more \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\n11:00am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\nISSofBC \n\n280 – 610 Sixth Street\, \n\nNew Westminster BC V3L 3C2 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNesreen Nassleh \n\nEmail: nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall: 778-372-5848
URL:https://issbc.org/event/understanding-health-services-in-bc/2025-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T113000
DTSTAMP:20250613T182124Z
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UID:10005433-1758276000-1758281400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T203000
DTSTAMP:20250822T164210Z
CREATED:20250822T164208Z
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UID:10008945-1758220200-1758227400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:2025 Financial Planning & Investment Strategies for Korean Immigrants | Online
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are planning for retirement\, saving for your children’s education\, buying your first home\, or simply looking to make smarter financial decisions\, this session will provide you with essential knowledge to help you make informed choices. The seminar offers a comprehensive overview of Canada’s financial landscape\, with practical insights into how to align your financial goals with available tools\, benefits\, and strategies that suit your life stage and immigration background. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n은퇴 준비\, 자녀 교육 자금 마련\, 주택 구입\, 혹은 전반적인 자산관리에 관심이 있는 분들을 위해 캐나다의 금융 환경을 폭넓게 소개하고\, 각종 금융 도구와 제도를 어떻게 활용하면 좋은지에 대해 실질적인 인사이트를 제공합니다. 이민자의 삶의 단계에 맞춘 맞춤형 재무 설계와 현명한 투자 전략 수립에 필요한 핵심 정보를 이해하기 쉽게 안내합니다. \n\n\n\n❑ 캐나다 금융 제도 및 공적 연금에 대한 이해 – TFSA\, RRSP\, RESP\, RDSP\, FHSA 및 CPP\, OAS\, GIS 등 \n\n❑ 금융기관 및 투자상품 비교\, 투자 리스크 관리 전략 \n\n❑ 투자 전략의 핵심 고려 요소: 수익률\, 세금 효율성\, 유연성 등 \n\n❑ 캐나다와 한국의 상속/증여 제도 비교 및 절세 전략
URL:https://issbc.org/event/2025-financial-planning-investment-strategies-for-korean-immigrants-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20250828T170027Z
CREATED:20250828T170026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T170027Z
UID:10009177-1758218400-1758225600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series | Online
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nجلسات 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!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-test-preparation-workshop-series-online/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T153000
DTSTAMP:20250818T213043Z
CREATED:20250818T213042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T213043Z
UID:10008917-1758204000-1758209400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness series for Newcomers in Canada
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us for a short series of health information sessions at ISSofBC. \n\nThis will help you know more about healthy living and how to connect with health services in Canada. \n\nTopics like introduction to health\, accessing health services\, health coverage\, immunization\, chronic diseases\, and stress management will be included. \n\nAttendees will be able to better understand their rights as patients in Canada. \n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\n2 PM to 3:30 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nVancouver\, BC V5N 4LS \n\n\n\nFor registration contact
URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-series-for-newcomers-in-canada/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260715T195713Z
CREATED:20251020T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T195713Z
UID:10010639-1758196800-1758200400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T130000
DTSTAMP:20251020T223908Z
CREATED:20250729T224240Z
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UID:10008028-1758196800-1758200400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T120000
DTSTAMP:20250702T202413Z
CREATED:20250702T202412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T202413Z
UID:10005723-1758193200-1758196800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to guide you through employment options\, workplace rights\, and community connections tailored for temporary residents and other eligible newcomers. \n\n\n\nPersonalized settlement and job search support \n\nResume help and interview preparation \n\nSkills training\, short-term courses\, and digital tools \n\nWorkplace rights and advocacy \n\nNetworking with peers and employers
URL:https://issbc.org/event/bc-nsp-safe-haven-employment-info-session-online-2/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T120000
DTSTAMP:20250916T230750Z
CREATED:20250916T230749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T230750Z
UID:10009532-1758189600-1758196800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education in BC - English and Arabic
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how adult education in BC works. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\n\n\n\n\nThursday September 18\, 2025 \n\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nIn person and online \n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\n\n\nIngrid Mutter
URL:https://issbc.org/event/adult-education-in-bc-english-and-arabic/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T113000
DTSTAMP:20250908T183337Z
CREATED:20250908T183331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183337Z
UID:10014057-1758189600-1758195000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Information on Work Permit Extension
DESCRIPTION:Free Workshop for Refugee Claimants \n\nHow to create online application account \n\nWhat are the required documents and forms \n\nWhat happens after you extend the work permit
URL:https://issbc.org/event/information-on-work-permit-extension/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T160000
DTSTAMP:20250904T164356Z
CREATED:20250904T164354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T164356Z
UID:10014061-1758117600-1758124800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Banking in Canada - English\, Farsi and Dari
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how the banking system in Canada works. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\n\n\n\n\nTue Sept 26\, 2025 \n\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\n\n\nIn person and online \n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\n\n\nIngrid Mutter
URL:https://issbc.org/event/banking-in-canada-english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T150000
DTSTAMP:20250820T224728Z
CREATED:20250820T224727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T224728Z
UID:10008924-1758114000-1758121200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Workplace Safety Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Join our Workplace Safety Workshop to learn how to protect yourself and understand your rights in the workplace. \n\nThis session will introduce important safety practices and explain how public regulatory bodies help protect and support workers in BC. \n\n\n\nAdvocate for your own safety as a worker\, and emphasize your health and wellbeing \n\nRecognize common workplace hazards and prevent accidents \n\nUnderstand your workplace safety rights and the responsibilities of your employer \n\nLearn how WorkSafeBC helps protect workers and what to do if you get injured \n\nCommunicate effectively about safety concerns with employers \n\nAccess resources and support for a safe working environment \n\n\n\nWe’re here to help you stay informed and confident in your workplace.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/workplace-safety-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program-online-4/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20250613T172541Z
CREATED:20250613T172342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T172541Z
UID:10003437-1758105000-1758110400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor\, 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, V3Y 0E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20250613T164232Z
CREATED:20250613T164231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T164232Z
UID:10003380-1758103200-1758110400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-lower-intermediate-in-person/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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UID:10014060-1758031200-1758038400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Banking in Canada - English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how the banking system in Canada works. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\n\n\n\n\nTue Sept 26\, 2025 \n\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\n\n\nIn person and online \n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\n\n\nIngrid Mutter
URL:https://issbc.org/event/banking-in-canada-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T130000
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UID:10010638-1758024000-1758027600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T130000
DTSTAMP:20251020T223908Z
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UID:10000312-1758024000-1758027600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT
URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-3/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T130000
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CREATED:20250609T172544Z
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SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \nISSofBC is a non-profit organization\, and Career Paths is an employment program designed to assist newcomers in reconnecting with their pre-arrival occupations/careers. The program is government-funded and comes at no cost to you. Here are some of the services we offer:    \n\nFUNDED Skills Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUSTRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPRACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\nThank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Information Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arrival profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our services\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course funding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement opportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \nCareer Paths Team
URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-information-session-3/2025-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="career paths":MAILTO:careerpaths@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T123000
DTSTAMP:20250516T204222Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001755-1758024000-1758025800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic program will provide career counselling and coaching that will help to focus job goals highlighting “in demand” jobs\, create an effective Action Plan\, resume and polish interview/networking skills resulting in increased confidence for work.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T150000
DTSTAMP:20251007T181320Z
CREATED:20251007T181319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T181320Z
UID:10010436-1757941200-1757948400@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\n\n\nMonday\, September 15 – December 15\, 2025 \n\n6:00 pm to 7:30 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMust register to get the details \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, \n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle/2025-09-15/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T150000
DTSTAMP:20250820T224619Z
CREATED:20250820T224618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T224619Z
UID:10008923-1757941200-1757948400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Employment Rights & Responsibilities Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Join our Employment Rights Workshop to learn about your rights and how to protect yourself at work. Knowing your rights helps you get fair treatment and avoid problems on the job. \n\nThis session will explain the important role of the BC Employment Standards Branch\, which enforces workplace laws in BC. You’ll learn about rules on wages\, hours\, overtime\, leaves\, and ending a job. We’ll also show you how to spot if your rights are being broken and how to get help by filing a complaint or finding support. \n\n\n\nAccess resources and support for fair and safe employment \n\nUnderstand your basic employment rights under BC law \n\nLearn about wages\, hours of work\, overtime\, and breaks \n\nKnow your rights related to leaves\, holidays\, and termination \n\nDiscover how the Employment Standards Branch enforces workplace laws and helps resolve disputes \n\nFind out how to file a complaint if your rights are violated \n\n\n\nWe’re here to support you in creating a fair and respectful workplace.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/employment-rights-responsibilities-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program-online-4/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T133000
DTSTAMP:20250825T183702Z
CREATED:20250825T183700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T183702Z
UID:10009043-1757941200-1757943000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer looking to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personalized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings and employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentoring events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering \n\nJoin an Info Session to learn more about how we can support your job search journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Monday\, September 15\, 2025\, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Idividuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coquitlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows
URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-session-online-4/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T120000
DTSTAMP:20250613T161713Z
CREATED:20250612T234200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T161713Z
UID:10003326-1757930400-1757937600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/mondays-conversation-circle-basic-in-person/2025-09-15/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T123000
DTSTAMP:20251006T223036Z
CREATED:20251006T223035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T223036Z
UID:10010368-1757759400-1757766600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English 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\n\n\nIn-Person Saturdays \n\nSeptember 13 to December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew Westminster Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\n\n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-4/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:New Westminster Public Library\, 716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 2B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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