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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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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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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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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
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T160000
DTSTAMP:20250717T220430Z
CREATED:20250717T220428Z
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UID:10007864-1757685600-1757692800@issbc.org
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/2025-09-12/
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:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20251006T193635Z
CREATED:20251006T193633Z
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UID:10010301-1757682000-1757689200@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-2/2025-09-12/
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:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20251006T193546Z
CREATED:20251006T183525Z
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UID:10010297-1757682000-1757689200@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/2025-09-12/
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:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20250905T234352Z
CREATED:20250905T234351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T234352Z
UID:10009371-1757682000-1757689200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Intersectionality Awareness for a Diverse Society Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:This session will guide you through understanding how overlapping identities—such as gender\, culture\, race\, language\, and ability—impact employment experiences\, workplace dynamics\, and community belonging. \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn how embracing intersectionality can strengthen your career success\, enrich your community connections\, and promote a more inclusive society. \n\nWe’re here to support you in navigating diversity with confidence and creating spaces where everyone can thrive.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/intersectionality-awareness-for-a-diverse-society-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program-online/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20250722T170045Z
CREATED:20250613T213425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T170045Z
UID:10005646-1757682000-1757689200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Emotional parenting in the digital world | Parenting Workshop Series - Online (Session 06)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR) \n\n❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nآیا 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 \n\n\n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –
URL:https://issbc.org/event/emotional-parenting-in-the-digital-world-parenting-workshop-series-online-session-06/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T123000
DTSTAMP:20250516T204222Z
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001754-1757678400-1757680200@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/2025-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T113000
DTSTAMP:20250613T182124Z
CREATED:20250613T182122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T182124Z
UID:10005432-1757671200-1757676600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20250828T170027Z
CREATED:20250828T170026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T170027Z
UID:10009176-1757613600-1757620800@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/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T153000
DTSTAMP:20250818T213043Z
CREATED:20250818T213042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T213043Z
UID:10008916-1757599200-1757604600@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/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260715T195713Z
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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/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T130000
DTSTAMP:20251020T223908Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T223908Z
UID:10008218-1757592000-1757595600@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-3/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20250702T202413Z
CREATED:20250702T202412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T202413Z
UID:10005722-1757588400-1757592000@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-2/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20250904T163522Z
CREATED:20250904T163521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T163522Z
UID:10014059-1757584800-1757592000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Banking in Canada - English and Arabic
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\nThu – Sept 11\, 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/banking-in-canada-english-and-arabic/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T150000
DTSTAMP:20250829T234927Z
CREATED:20250829T234926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T234927Z
UID:10009182-1757509200-1757516400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Building Your Network Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:This session will guide you through practical networking strategies\, both online and in-person\, while showing you how to make authentic connections that support your career journey.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/building-your-network-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-program-online/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T120000
DTSTAMP:20250613T172541Z
CREATED:20250613T172342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T172541Z
UID:10003436-1757500200-1757505600@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/2025-09-10/
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:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T120000
DTSTAMP:20250905T194905Z
CREATED:20250902T194453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T194905Z
UID:10009230-1757498400-1757505600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Renewal and Replacement of Permanent Resident Card: Process and Application Form
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/renewal-and-replacement-pf-permanent-resident-card-process-and-application-form-online/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T120000
DTSTAMP:20250613T164232Z
CREATED:20250613T164231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T164232Z
UID:10003379-1757498400-1757505600@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/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250909T180000
DTSTAMP:20250905T202715Z
CREATED:20250902T191535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T202715Z
UID:10009228-1757437200-1757440800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Settlement Guide in BC In Partnership with Consulate General of Mexico in Vancouver | Online
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n¿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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/webinar-settlement-guide-in-bc-in-partnership-with-consulate-of-mexico-in-vancouver-online/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250909T160000
DTSTAMP:20250827T212657Z
CREATED:20250827T212656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T212657Z
UID:10009158-1757426400-1757433600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Exploitation & Scams
DESCRIPTION:Identify common scams and exploit\n\n	How to recognize red flags and protect your personal information\n\n	Know what to do if you have been scammed or exploited\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm to 4:00pm \n\n\n\nOnline on MS Teams \n\nEnglish / Persian (Farsi \n\n\n\n778-372-6536 \n\nmaryam.keshtkar@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/exploitation-scams/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260715T195713Z
CREATED:20251020T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T195713Z
UID:10010636-1757419200-1757422800@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/2025-09-09/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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