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SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote:  Registration is required to receive the Teams link. \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:2025 Financial Planning & Investment Strategies for Korean Immigrants | Online
DESCRIPTION:2025 한인영주권자들을 위한 실전 재무 관리 및 투자 전략 무료 웨비나 \n\nKorean/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis free online seminar is specifically tailored for Korean permanent residents living in Canada who wish to gain a clearer understanding of how to navigate their financial life with confidence. \n\nWhether 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\nThe following topics will be covered in the session: \n\n❑ Canadian Financial Literacy & Public Pension Plans – TFSA\, RRSP\, RESP\, RDSP\, FHSA & CPP\, OAS\, GIS\, etc.❑ Comparing Financial Products & Managing Investment Risks❑ Essential Considerations for Investment Decision: Return & Tax-efficiency & Flexibility\, etc.❑ Estate Planning: Key differences between Canada and Korea & Tax Saving Tips \n\nThis session will be presented Online via MS TEAMS. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Reiteration and Inquiries: Send an email to [isabel.lee@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6550] \n\n\n\n이 온라인 무료 강좌는 캐나다에 거주하는 한인 영주권자들이 보다 체계적이고 실질적인 재무 지식을 쌓고\, 각자의 삶에 맞는 재정 전략을 수립할 수 있도록 돕기 위해 마련되었습니다. \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\n본 강의에서는 다음과 같은 주제를 다룰 예정입니다: \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 \n\n참가 자격: 영주권자 또는 난민보호 대상자 \n\n등록 요청: isabel.lee@issbc.org 또는 778-372-6550으로 요청
URL:https://issbc.org/event/2025-financial-planning-investment-strategies-for-korean-immigrants-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series | Online
DESCRIPTION:جلسات اموزشی آمادگی امتحان شهروندی کانادا | آنلاین \n\nFarsi/English  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting Ready for the Citizenship Test? \n\nOffered 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. \n\nSessions 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! \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquires and registration: Send an email to [abdul.samim@issbc.org] or call [604-684-7944] \n\n\n\nبرای آزمون شهروندی آماده می شوید؟ \n\nاین 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! \n\n[604-684-7944] [abdul.samim@issbc.org]  جهت استعلام و ثبت نام: ارسال ایمیل به
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-test-preparation-workshop-series-online/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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SUMMARY:Health and Wellness series for Newcomers in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Arabic\, Farsi\, Eritrean\, Rohingiya \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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\nEvery Thursday – August 21 to September 25\, 2025 \n\n2 PM to 3:30 PM \n\nWhere:  In-person and online \n\n2610 Victoria Drive \n\nVancouver\, BC V5N 4LS \n\n\n\nFor registration contact \n\nMazhar Iqbal at mazhar.iqbal@issbc.org \n\nOr Call at 778.372.6580 \n\n\n\nSee poster for full details:  View Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-series-for-newcomers-in-canada/2025-09-18/
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/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T120000
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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-3/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T110000
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UID:10005723-1758193200-1758196800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:Looking for Work? We’re Here to Help! \n\nAre you new to BC and unsure how to start your job search? Join our Employment Orientation Session and discover the wide range of free services and supports available to help you take the next step in your career journey. \n\nThis session is designed to guide you through employment options\, workplace rights\, and community connections tailored for temporary residents and other eligible newcomers. \n\nLearn about: \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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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\nWhen: \n\nThursday September 18\, 2025 \n\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, and Arabic  \n\nIn person and online \n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration please contact: \n\nIngrid Mutter \n\n778-372-6530 Ingrid.mutter@issbc.org \n\n\n\nView Poster
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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SUMMARY:Workplace Safety Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Want to stay safe and know your rights at work? \n\nJoin 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\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \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\nJoin us to learn how to work safely and protect yourself on the job! \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
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SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
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
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UID:10003380-1758103200-1758110400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
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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
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T172712Z
UID:10002316-1758024000-1758027600@issbc.org
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:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001755-1758024000-1758025800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20251007T181319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T181320Z
UID:10010436-1757941200-1757948400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \n\nEligibility:  Permanent Resident Only \n\n\n\n\n	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\nWhen:  \n\nMonday\, September 15 – December 15\, 2025 \n\n6:00 pm to 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\nONLINE using Teams meeting \n\nMust register to get the details \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, \n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Monday-CC-NW.pdf
URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle/2025-09-15/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250820T224618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T224619Z
UID:10008923-1757941200-1757948400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Employment Rights & Responsibilities Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Know your rights as a worker in BC! \n\nJoin 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\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \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\nJoin us to understand your employment rights and how to stand up for yourself at work! \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
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\nWhere: Online session via Zoom \n\nWhen: \n\n\n	Monday\, September 15\, 2025\, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nEligibility: \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250612T234200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T161713Z
UID:10003326-1757930400-1757937600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20251006T223035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T223036Z
UID:10010368-1757759400-1757766600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Improve your English conversation skills\n\n	Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n	Build your speaking confidence\n\n	Make new connections\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nIn-Person Saturdays \n\nSeptember 13 to December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew Westminster Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact:  604.554.1169\, \n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee poster for details:  https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/English-CC-NW.pdf
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250717T220428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T220430Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20251006T193633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T193635Z
UID:10010301-1757682000-1757689200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \n\n\n\n\n	Improve your English conversation skills\n\n	Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n	Build your speaking confidence\n\n	Make new connections\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nIn-Person Fridays \n\nSeptember 12 – December 12\, 2025 \n\n1:00pm  to 3:00pm \n\n\n\nIn-Person Saturdays \n\nSeptember 13 – December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew Westminster Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, \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:20260426T054850
CREATED:20251006T183525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T193546Z
UID:10010297-1757682000-1757689200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \n\n\n\n\n	Improve your English conversation skills\n\n	Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n	Build your speaking confidence\n\n	Make new connections\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nIn-Person Fridays \n\nSeptember 12 – December 12\, 2025 \n\n1:00pm  to 3:00pm \n\n\n\nIn-Person Saturdays \n\nSeptember 13 – December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew Westminster Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
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:Intersectionality Awareness for a Diverse SocietyWant to better understand how our diverse identities shape our experiences at work and in our communities?Join our workshop designed to help you explore the concept of intersectionality\, gain tools for promoting equity and inclusion\, and learn how to embrace diversity as a strength in your personal and professional life. \n\nThis 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\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to:• Understand what intersectionality means and why it matters• Recognize how diverse identities shape career and life experiences• Address barriers related to culture\, identity\, and inclusion in the workplace• Promote equity and inclusion in professional and community settings• Build empathy and cultural awareness to strengthen relationships• Leverage your unique identity as an asset in your career journey• Develop strategies to foster belonging and collaboration in diverse teams \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:20260426T054850
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:(فرزند پروری احساسی در عصر دیجیتال، قلب های آرام در دنیای پر سرعت – آنلاین (جلسه ششم \n\nFarsi/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParenting Workshop Series in Farsi – Online \n\nFridays\, June 27 – September 12\, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM \n\nAre 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\nSessions 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR) \n\n❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquires: Send an email to [zohreh.kondori@issbc.org] \n\nمجموعه کلاس های فرزند پروری برای مهاجرین \n\nجمعه‌ها، ۲۷ ژوئن تا۱۲ سپتامبر ۲۰۲۵ | ۱۲:۰۰ ظهر تا ۲:۰۰ بعد از ظهرu \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:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها \n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده – \n\n[zohreh.kondori@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/emotional-parenting-in-the-digital-world-parenting-workshop-series-online-session-06/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001754-1757678400-1757680200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC offers a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada. The B-Hired program provides:▪ Job Readiness workshops▪ Skills Specific/Occupational Skills training leading to certificates▪ Job Search Support/Work Experience Placement▪ Follow-up Support \n\nThis 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Youth between age 16 to 29 years old❑ Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, or Protected Person legally entitled to work in Canada❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, Burnaby\, New Westminster\, Richmond\, Surrey\, Langley\, Coquitlam\, Maple Ridge\, and Squamish❑ Unemployed or Precariously Employed❑ Intermediate to Advanced English (minimum CLB 5+) \n\nView Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250613T182122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T182124Z
UID:10005432-1757671200-1757676600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION: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? \n\nWe are here to support you!  \n\nJoin 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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote:  Registration is required to receive the Teams link. \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]
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:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250828T170026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T170027Z
UID:10009176-1757613600-1757620800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series | Online
DESCRIPTION:جلسات اموزشی آمادگی امتحان شهروندی کانادا | آنلاین \n\nFarsi/English  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting Ready for the Citizenship Test? \n\nOffered 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. \n\nSessions 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! \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquires and registration: Send an email to [abdul.samim@issbc.org] or call [604-684-7944] \n\n\n\nبرای آزمون شهروندی آماده می شوید؟ \n\nاین 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! \n\n[604-684-7944] [abdul.samim@issbc.org]  جهت استعلام و ثبت نام: ارسال ایمیل به
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-test-preparation-workshop-series-online/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T054850
CREATED:20250818T213042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T213043Z
UID:10008916-1757599200-1757604600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness series for Newcomers in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Arabic\, Farsi\, Eritrean\, Rohingiya \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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\nEvery Thursday – August 21 to September 25\, 2025 \n\n2 PM to 3:30 PM \n\nWhere:  In-person and online \n\n2610 Victoria Drive \n\nVancouver\, BC V5N 4LS \n\n\n\nFor registration contact \n\nMazhar Iqbal at mazhar.iqbal@issbc.org \n\nOr Call at 778.372.6580 \n\n\n\nSee poster for full details:  View Poster
URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-series-for-newcomers-in-canada/2025-09-11/
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/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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