BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://issbc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T160000 DTSTAMP:20251001T223244Z CREATED:20251001T222815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T223244Z UID:10009984-1760536800-1760544000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP- English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the health programs for refugee claimants and BC residents: \n\n•Type of programs\, \n\n•How to apply\, \n\n•What are the programs about\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: October 15\, 2025 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp-english-farsi-and-dari/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Health-and-Wellness-workshop-pic-1.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251017T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251017T143000 DTSTAMP:20251010T183616Z CREATED:20251010T183615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T183616Z UID:10010533-1760706000-1760711400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Accessing Health Services in BC DESCRIPTION:We will cover the following topics: \n\n\n Where to go when you don’t have a family doctor: Information on walk-in clinics and urgent care.\n\n How to register with a family doctor.\n\n Immunization and public health: An overview of vaccination services: Guidelines for emergency situations.\n\n Details about Pharmacare and medication coverage\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 17 to November 28\, 2025 \n\n2 PM to 3:30 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n3020 Lincoln Avenue\, #240A \n\nCoquitlam\, BC V3B 6B4 \n\n\n\n\n\nSara Lotati \n\nEmail at: sara.lotati @issbc.org or Call at 604-545-1088 URL:https://issbc.org/event/accessing-health-services-in-bc/2025-10-17/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Accessing-Health-Services-in-BC-Picture.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T133000 DTSTAMP:20250922T215333Z CREATED:20250922T215332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T215333Z UID:10009624-1760965200-1760967000@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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Monday\, October 20\, 2025\, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm\n\n Monday\, October 27\, 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❑ Individuals 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-6/2025-10-20/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JobQuest_CareerFair_August21_Jobseeker2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T120000 DTSTAMP:20251008T182601Z CREATED:20251001T220843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T182601Z UID:10009981-1761213600-1761220800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Education System K to 12 - English and Arabic DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the school system from K to 12 in BC: \n\n•Types of schools\, \n\n•How to choose the school for your child\, \n\n•School Districts/Catchments\, \n\n•How to Register Your Child in School\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: October 23\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Arabic \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/education-system-k-to-12-english-and-arabic/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Education-System-K-to-12.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T120000 DTSTAMP:20251008T182513Z CREATED:20251001T221131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T182513Z UID:10009982-1761645600-1761652800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Education System K to 12 - English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the school system from K to 12 in BC: \n\n•Types of schools\, \n\n•How to choose the school for your child\, \n\n•School Districts/Catchments\, \n\n•How to Register Your Child in School\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: October 28\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/education-system-k-to-12-english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Education-System-K-to-12.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T183000 DTSTAMP:20251028T211437Z CREATED:20251028T211135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T211437Z UID:10010668-1761672600-1761676200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Breaking Into Finance: CFA and Career Paths - Global Talent Loans Program - Online DESCRIPTION:Curious about what it takes to build a successful career in finance? Join us for an inspiring session with our guest speaker\, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, as they share their journey\, insights\, and advice on breaking into the financial industry. URL:https://issbc.org/event/breaking-into-finance-cfa-and-career-paths/ LOCATION:Online via Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Webinar-Picture.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T120000 DTSTAMP:20251024T205304Z CREATED:20251010T163424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T205304Z UID:10010500-1761732000-1761739200@issbc.org SUMMARY:한국어 무료강좌 여성지원 프로그램 DESCRIPTION:다른 여성들과 연결하기: 캐나다에서의 생활경험을 나누고\, 서로에게서 배우며 자기 돌봄을 실천하세요\n\n 새로운 기회 발견하기: 지역사회의 무료 자원과 프로그램에 대해 알아보세요 (교육\, 취업\,주거\, 여성건강\, 정신건강\, 재정 지원 등)\n\n 참가Certificate을 수여해 드립니다\n\n\n \n\n\n\n10:00am to 12:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 29\, 2025 to January 14\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFiorella Di Liberto \n\n778-372.6528 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Connect with other women: Share your experiences living in Canada\, learn from others\, and practice self-care\n\n Discover new opportunities: Learn about free resources and program in your community (e.g. education\, employment\, housing\, women’s health\, mental health\, financial assistance)\n\n Receive a certificate of participation URL:https://issbc.org/event/%ed%95%9c%ea%b5%ad%ec%96%b4-%eb%ac%b4%eb%a3%8c%ea%b0%95%ec%a2%8c-%ec%97%ac%ec%84%b1%ec%a7%80%ec%9b%90-%ed%94%84%eb%a1%9c%ea%b7%b8%eb%9e%a8/2025-10-29/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Korean-PSG-Photo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FIORELLA DI LIBERTO":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T160000 DTSTAMP:20251008T182311Z CREATED:20251001T215721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T182311Z UID:10009980-1761746400-1761753600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Education System K to 12 - English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the school system from K to 12 in BC: \n\n•Types of schools\, \n\n•How to choose the school for your child\, \n\n•School Districts/Catchments\, \n\n•How to Register Your Child in School\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: October 29. 2025 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/education-system-k-to-12-english-farsi-and-dari/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Education-System-K-to-12.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T120000 DTSTAMP:20251015T175430Z CREATED:20251015T175429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T175430Z UID:10010560-1762164000-1762171200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group DESCRIPTION:Come join us for 10 sessions!\n\nFREE! Registration Open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Mondays 10am – 12pm\n\nNovember 3rd – January 19th\n\n\n\n❑ GET CONNECTED: Meet other women and make new friends in a safe space. Share your experience in Canda and learn from other women in your community. \n\n❑ LEARN: Learn about free resources\, benefits and programs in your community to support you in many areas such as employment\, English learning\, women’s health\, financial assistance\, housing\, mental health and more! \n\n❑ RECEIVE SUPPORT: Receive weekly group and get connected. \n\n❑ PRACTICE: Practice your English skills in a fun and supportive environment. URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group/2025-11-03/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Multicultural-PSG-Photo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Fiorella Di Liberto":MAILTO:fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T133000 DTSTAMP:20251030T174322Z CREATED:20251030T173643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T174322Z UID:10010674-1762174800-1762176600@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\n\n\n\n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Individuals 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-8/2025-11-03/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JobQuest_CareerFair_August21_Jobseeker2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T120000 DTSTAMP:20251021T173439Z CREATED:20251021T173438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T173439Z UID:10010648-1762250400-1762257600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Renting in BC and BC Housing - English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to rent a place in BC and BC Housing. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Nov 4\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing-english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Renting-in-BC-and-BC-Housing.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T150000 DTSTAMP:20251103T184617Z CREATED:20251030T175650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T184617Z UID:10010671-1762261200-1762268400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Newtworking Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/networking-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/networking-featured-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T150000 DTSTAMP:20251104T000652Z CREATED:20251104T000631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T000652Z UID:10010731-1762349400-1762354800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Eligibility\, Requirements & Application Process DESCRIPTION:این کارگاه که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان در ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند به زبان فارسی ارائه می‌دهد برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروندی کانادا به ما بپیوندید \n\nاین جلسه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی در روز چهارشنبه ۵ نوامبر ۲۰۲۵ 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 \n\n\n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده – URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-eligibility-requirements-application-process/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/hb-s2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T150000 DTSTAMP:20251104T000811Z CREATED:20251104T000749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T000811Z UID:10010730-1762349400-1762354800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Eligibility\, Requirements & Application Process DESCRIPTION:این کارگاه که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان در ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند به زبان فارسی ارائه می‌دهد برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروندی کانادا به ما بپیوندید \n\nاین جلسه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی در روز چهارشنبه ۵ نوامبر ۲۰۲۵ 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 \n\n\n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده – URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-eligibility-requirements-application-process-2/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/hb-s2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T160000 DTSTAMP:20251021T174633Z CREATED:20251021T174632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T174633Z UID:10010649-1762351200-1762358400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Renting in BC and BC Housing - English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to rent a place in BC and BC Housing. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Nov 5\, 2025 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari. \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing-english-farsi-and-dari/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Renting-in-BC-and-BC-Housing.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T160000 DTSTAMP:20251024T231942Z CREATED:20251024T181423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T231942Z UID:10010667-1762351200-1762358400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Children Rights and Parents Responsibilities in BC DESCRIPTION:Join us online to learn about Children Rights and Parents Responsibilities in BC\n\n\n\n❑ Child\, Family and Community Services Act\n\n❑ Types of Child Abuse and Neglect URL:https://issbc.org/event/children-rights-and-parents-responsibilities-in-bc/2025-11-05/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Children-rights-pic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T120000 DTSTAMP:20251021T175002Z CREATED:20251021T175001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T175002Z UID:10010650-1762423200-1762430400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Renting in BC and BC Housing - English and Arabic. DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to rent a place in BC and BC Housing. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Nov 6\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Arabic. \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing-english-and-arabic-2/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Renting-in-BC-and-BC-Housing.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T180000 DTSTAMP:20251021T190527Z CREATED:20251021T185946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T190527Z UID:10010653-1762448400-1762452000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Build Your Future with Langara College: Programs\, Training\, and Careers - Global Talent Loans Program - Online DESCRIPTION:Do not miss this chance to learn\, connect\, and take the next step in your career journey! URL:https://issbc.org/event/langara-college-programs-training-careers-webinar-communication-at-the-workplace-global-talent-loans-program-online/ LOCATION:Online via Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Webinar-Picture.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251107T120000 DTSTAMP:20251010T230931Z CREATED:20251010T223008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T230931Z UID:10010540-1762509600-1762516800@issbc.org SUMMARY:GRUPO DE APOYO PARA MUJERES (En espanol) DESCRIPTION:No estas sola\, juntas somos mas fuertes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n#280 – 610 6th St.\, New Westminster (Royal City Centre – segundo piso del centro comercial) URL:https://issbc.org/event/grupode-apoyo-para-mujeres-en-espanol/2025-11-07/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Spanish-Group-Picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251107T150000 DTSTAMP:20251105T000925Z CREATED:20251030T225048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T000925Z UID:10010679-1762520400-1762527600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Interview Skills Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:ISS0fBC – Freshta Hashim \n\nfreshta.hashim@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/interview-skills-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/tips-for-improving-your-job-interview-skills.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251111T150000 DTSTAMP:20251105T001315Z CREATED:20251031T234607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T001315Z UID:10010680-1762866000-1762873200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Resume Writing Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create effective resumes that highlight your skills and experience. This workshop offers theoretical tips for tailoring your documents to job postings and making a strong first impression with employers. URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Resume-Writing-Dos-and-Donts.png ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251112T193000 DTSTAMP:20251104T230459Z CREATED:20251104T230458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T230459Z UID:10010775-1762970400-1762975800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Workshop: Obtaining a Driver’s Licence in BC - Online DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/workshop-obtaining-a-drivers-licence-in-bc-online/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/young-happy-smiling-woman-driving-car-2023-11-27-05-23-46-utc_1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T120000 DTSTAMP:20251021T175927Z CREATED:20251021T175926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T175927Z UID:10010651-1763028000-1763035200@issbc.org SUMMARY:The Refugee Claim Process - English and Spanish. DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nAre you interested in learning about the refugee process? \n\n•How to begin your refugee claim process\, \n\n•Access legal support services\, \n\n•Relevant refugee documents\, \n\n•Ready Tour\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Nov 13\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish. \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/the-refugee-claim-process-english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/refugee-claim-process-.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251114T150000 DTSTAMP:20251103T192102Z CREATED:20251031T234530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T192102Z UID:10010681-1763125200-1763132400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Understanding & Navigating The Labour Market DESCRIPTION:Join us for Understanding and Navigating the Labour Market\, a workshop designed to help you make informed career decisions. Learn about current job trends\, in-demand skills\, and practical strategies for finding and securing employment in today’s evolving workforce.  URL:https://issbc.org/event/understanding-navigating-the-labour-market/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Understanding-Navigating_The_Labour_Market.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC-Freshta Hashim":MAILTO:freshta.hashim@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251118T150000 DTSTAMP:20251103T204217Z CREATED:20251031T234510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T204217Z UID:10010682-1763470800-1763478000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Employment Standards-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a worker in BC\, including rules around wages\, hours\, breaks\, and time off. This session will also cover how to address workplace concerns and where to go for support or more information.  URL:https://issbc.org/event/employment-standards/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Emplyment-Standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T160000 DTSTAMP:20251021T183508Z CREATED:20251021T183507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T183508Z UID:10010652-1763560800-1763568000@issbc.org SUMMARY:The Refugee Claim Process - English\, Farsi and Dari. DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nAre you interested in learning about the refugee process? \n\n•How to begin your refugee claim process\, \n\n•Access legal support services\, \n\n•Relevant refugee documents\, \n\n•Ready Tour\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Nov 19\, 2025 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari. \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/the-refugee-claim-process-english-farsi-and-dari/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/refugee-claim-process-.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T143000 DTSTAMP:20251120T235337Z CREATED:20251120T235336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T235337Z UID:10010873-1763604000-1763649000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Thursdays Conversation Circle – Online DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/thursdays-conversation-circle-online/2025-11-20/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T120000 DTSTAMP:20251021T184354Z CREATED:20251021T184353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T184354Z UID:10010654-1763632800-1763640000@issbc.org SUMMARY:The Refugee Claim Process - English and Arabic. DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nAre you interested in learning about the refugee process? \n\n•How to begin your refugee claim process\, \n\n•Access legal support services\, \n\n•Relevant refugee documents\, \n\n•Ready Tour\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Nov 20\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Arabic. \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/the-refugee-claim-process-english-and-arabic/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/refugee-claim-process-.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251121T150000 DTSTAMP:20251103T193220Z CREATED:20251031T234444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T193220Z UID:10010683-1763730000-1763737200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Resume Writing Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create effective resumes that highlight your skills and experience. This workshop offers theoretical tips for tailoring your documents to job postings and making a strong first impression with employers. URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Resume-Writing-Dos-and-Donts.png ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T120000 DTSTAMP:20251021T185351Z CREATED:20251021T185350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T185351Z UID:10010655-1764064800-1764072000@issbc.org SUMMARY:How to Avoid Claims and Scams- English and Spanish. DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to protect yourself from frauds and scams in Canada. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Nov 25\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish. \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530 URL:https://issbc.org/event/how-to-avoid-claims-and-scams-english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Scam-.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR