Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
2026-09-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!
ISSofBC 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:

FUNDED Skills Training and Upgrading

ACTION PLANNING based on your career goals

CREDENTIAL EVALUATION

One-On-One JOB SEARCH Support

MENTORING OPPORTUNITIES

EMPLOYER OR INDUSTRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING

EMPLOYER CONNECTIONS

PRACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)

Thank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Information Session at ISSofBC!
As a skilled immigrant, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arrival profession.
In this session you will learn more information on our services, such as:
– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses
– Regulatory body and association memberships
– Skills and course funding
– Career planning and job search support
– Work placement opportunities
– Connections to BC employers
– Access to BC Mentors
Thank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon!
Career Paths Team

Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
2026-09-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Online – Zoom
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:

Permanent Residents

Naturalized Canadian Citizens

Protected Person / Granted Refugee

Our info session will cover the following:

Overview of Global Talent Loans Program

Eligibility Criteria

Program Offerings

Our info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT

Resume Clinic - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN
2026-10-01 08:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00, 2026-10-08 08:00 - 2026-10-11 17:00, 2026-10-15 08:00 - 2026-10-18 17:00, 2026-10-22 08:00 - 2026-10-25 17:00 | Pitt Meadows Public Library, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 0E5
Need Help with Your Resume orCover Letter?Join the Resume Clinic! Getexpert help to make your jobapplication stand out.

You will have

One-on-one guidance

Resume writing coach

Cover letter tips

All experience levels welcome!

Whether you are searching jobs,switching careers, or just want topolish your documents — we’rehere to help!

No registration needed — dropin and get support!Everyone is welcome.

Eligibility Requirements:

BC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates.

Work permit holders

Study permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution.

Naturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need culturally appropriate services.

Other immigration statuses:

Refugee claimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL), Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC), Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD), or Client Application Summary.

Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders (until end March 2025).

BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session- Online
2026-10-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual MS Teams
Looking for Work? We’re Here to Help!

Are 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.

This session is designed to guide you through employment options, workplace rights, and community connections tailored for temporary residents and other eligible newcomers.

Learn about:

Personalized settlement and job search support

Resume help and interview preparation

Skills training, short-term courses, and digital tools

Workplace rights and advocacy

Networking with peers and employers

Eligibility Requirements:

BC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates.

Work permit holders

Study permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution.

Naturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need culturally appropriate services.

Other immigration statuses:

Refugee claimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL), Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC), Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD), or Client Application Summary.

Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders (until end March 2025).

Resume Clinic - BC NSP & Safe Haven
2026-10-01 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Pitt Meadows Public Library, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 0E5
Need Help with Your Resume orCover Letter?Join the Resume Clinic! Getexpert help to make your jobapplication stand out.

You will have

One-on-one guidance

Resume writing coach

Cover letter tips

All experience levels welcome!

Whether you are searching jobs,switching careers, or just want topolish your documents — we’rehere to help!

No registration needed — dropin and get support!Everyone is welcome.

Eligibility Requirements:

BC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates.

Work permit holders

Study permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution.

Naturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need culturally appropriate services.

Other immigration statuses:

Refugee claimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL), Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC), Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD), or Client Application Summary.

Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders (until end March 2025).

ISSofBC- Teresa Wang

teresa.wang@issbc.org

Women & Seniors Support Groups, Learn together & Get Stronger
2026-10-01 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-08 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-15 15:00 - 17:00 | 3020 Lincoln Ave Coquitlam V3B 6B4, 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4, Canada
گروههای حمایت زنان و سالمندان

با هم یاد بگیریم، با هم قوی‌تر شویم

آیا به‌تازگی به کانادا آمده‌اید و دوست دارید با زنان دیگر آشنا شوید، تجربیات خود را به اشتراک بگذارید و درباره زندگی در کانادا بیشتر بدانید؟

:موضوعات جلسات

🌸 با زنان تازه‌وارد دیگر آشنا شوید و ارتباطات جدید ایجاد کنید🌸 تجربیات و چالش‌های زندگی در کانادا را با یکدیگر به اشتراک بگذارید🌸 درباره خدمات و منابع موجود در جامعه اطلاعات کسب کنید🌸 مهارت‌های ارتباطی، اعتمادبه‌نفس و رهبری خود را تقویت کنید🌸 درباره موضوعات مهم زندگی و اسکان در کانادا گفتگو کنید🌸 از تجربیات و حمایت سایر اعضای گروه بهره‌مند شوید🌸 در فعالیت‌های گروهی و گفتگوهای دوستانه شرکت کنید

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام

دارندگان اقامت دایم و پناهندگان با نامه قبولی دادگاه

ظرفیت کلاس ها محدود است

اولویت به ترتیب زمان ثبت نام است

Senior's Enrichment Workshops for 50+, Learn, create and improve
2026-10-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-16 15:00 - 17:00 | 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam BC, V3B 6B4, 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4, Canada
توانمند سازی افراد بالای 50 سال در آموزش زبان، خلاقیت و مهارت

Iهر هفته با حضور سخنرانان مهمان جذاب، جلسات تعاملی و سفرهای گروهی هیجان‌انگیز همراه خواهد بود که از سلامت، خلاقیت و مهارت‌های دیجیتال شما حمایت می‌کند.

موضوعات جلسات:

سلامت و تندرستی: یادگیری از داروسازان، مربیان یوگا و متخصصان سلامت

آموزش دنیای دیجیتال: افزایش اعتماد به نفس در بانکداری آنلاین، شناسایی کلاهبرداری‌های اینترنتی، امنیت سایبری و استفاده ایمن از دنیای دیجیتال

هنر و خلاقیت: تجربه درمان از طریق هنر و کارگاه‌های عملی

فناوری و آینده: آشنایی با هوش مصنوعی و یادگیری روش‌های ایمن ماندن در برابر کلاهبرداری‌های مبتنی بر هوش مصنوعی

جامعه و ارتباطات: لذت بردن از سفرهای گروهی به جاذبه‌های محلی، کتابخانه‌ها، بانک‌ها، پیاده‌روی‌های فرهنگی و موارد دیگر.

افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام:

دارندگان اقامت دایم و پناهندگان با نامه قبولی دادگاه

ظرفیت کلاس ها محدود است

اولویت به ترتیب زمان ثبت نام است در محیطی شاد و حمایتی، دوستان جدید پیدا کنید، مهارت‌های تازه بیاموزید و جامعه خود را کشف کنید

Multicultural Women's Support Group
2026-10-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-20 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
Feel Supported

Join a safe, welcoming space where you can share your experiences, feel heard, and receive support from women who understand your journey.

Discover New Opportunities

Learn about free local resources that support employment, English learning, financial assistance, housing, health, mental health, education and more!

Get Connected & Grow

Expand your community. Learn from others, develop new skills, and work towards your goals.

Practice Your English

Build confidence and improve your English through real conversations.

When:

Tuesdays – June 9 to August 11

10:00am to 12:00pm

Where:

280-610 6th Street

New Westminster, BC

How to register:

Click the link to register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQjNaSDQxNDAyOEs4MVVVSVM3RzVaMzc3Qi4u&route=shorturl

Contact us:

(778) 372-6528

fiorella.diliberto@issbc.org

See poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Multicultural-Womens-Support-Group-Spring-2026.pdf
