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: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:20260212T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T183000 DTSTAMP:20260128T231527Z CREATED:20260128T231526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T231527Z UID:10011581-1770917400-1770921000@issbc.org SUMMARY:In Conversation with City of Surrey DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/in-conversation-with-city-of-surrey/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/City-of-Surrey.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T203000 DTSTAMP:20260108T210614Z CREATED:20260108T210610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T210614Z UID:10011376-1770921000-1770928200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Adapting to the Shifting Job Market: Career Transitions & AI-Powered Job Search Strategies for Korean Permanent Residents | Online DESCRIPTION:Understand current Canadian job market trends and growing industries\n\n\n\n Identify your skills and explore career options in a new job market\n\n\n\n Use AI tools to strengthen resumes\, LinkedIn profiles\, and job applications\n\n\n\n Improve networking strategies in today’s tech-driven hiring process\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 현대 채용 환경에 맞는 효과적인 네트워킹 전략 URL:https://issbc.org/event/adapting-to-the-shifting-job-market-career-transitions-ai-powered-job-search-strategies-for-korean-permanent-residents-online/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Interview-Skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260213T140000 DTSTAMP:20260206T210856Z CREATED:20260206T210810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T210856Z UID:10011702-1770984000-1770991200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Parenting Workshop Series | Online DESCRIPTION:This parenting workshop explores how children’s brain development influences their emotions and behaviors at different stages of growth. Using practical and easy-to-understand knowledge\, parents will gain tools to improve connection\, manage challenges\, and support their child’s healthy emotional and cognitive development. \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\n\n\nدر این کارگاه فرزندپروری، با رشد مغز کودکان در سال‌های مختلف زندگی آشنا می‌شویم و یاد می‌گیریم رفتارها، احساسات و واکنش‌های فرزندانمان از کجا می‌آیند. با تکیه بر دانش علمی ساده و کاربردی، راه‌هایی عملی برای ارتباط بهتر، مدیریت چالش‌ها و حمایت سالم از رشد عاطفی و ذهنی کودک ارائه می‌شود \n\n\n\n\n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده – URL:https://issbc.org/event/parenting-workshop-series-online/2026-02-13/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/faceless-kid-walking-with-parents_23-2147779026.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260213T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260213T150000 DTSTAMP:20260123T190642Z CREATED:20260123T190641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T190642Z UID:10011548-1770987600-1770994800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Understanding and Navigating the Labour Market Workshop - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN 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-and-navigating-the-labour-market-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-heaven/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Understanding-Navigating_The_Labour_Market.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260217T150000 DTSTAMP:20260123T193435Z CREATED:20260123T193434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T193435Z UID:10011549-1771333200-1771340400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Employment Standards Workshop - 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-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-heaven-2/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Emplyment-Standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260217T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260127T165003Z CREATED:20260127T164520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165003Z UID:10011558-1771336800-1771344000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about cultural awareness and social etiquette in Canada. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: February 17\, 2026 \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/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-canada-english-farsi-and-dari/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cultural-awareness-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260217T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260217T183000 DTSTAMP:20260128T233026Z CREATED:20260128T232946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T233026Z UID:10011585-1771349400-1771353000@issbc.org SUMMARY:A Guide to Recredentialing with CPABC DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/a-guide-to-recredentialing-with-cpabc/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/CPABC-poster.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260127T164736Z CREATED:20260127T164735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T164736Z UID:10011559-1771408800-1771416000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\n\n\nLearn about cultural awareness and social etiquette in Canada. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: February 18\, 2026 \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/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-canada-english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cultural-awareness-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260219T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260219T173000 DTSTAMP:20260214T003955Z CREATED:20260214T003853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T003955Z UID:10011762-1771516800-1771522200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Income Tax Return For Farsi Clients | Online DESCRIPTION:In this online workshop\, you will receive clear\, practical information about the Canadian tax system and have your questions answered. We will cover individual income tax returns\, helping you understand your responsibilities and key filing requirements. \n\n\n\n\n Types of Taxes \n\n\n\n Income Tax Return \n\n\n\n Required Documents for Filing Income Tax Returns \n\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) URL:https://issbc.org/event/income-tax-return-for-farsi-clients-online/2026-02-19/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ea1fc57304bbc4351ad38095e8a1ee02.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260220T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260220T150000 DTSTAMP:20260123T193902Z CREATED:20260123T193901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T193902Z UID:10011550-1771592400-1771599600@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-bc-nsp-safe-heaven-4/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/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:20260224T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T150000 DTSTAMP:20260123T194354Z CREATED:20260123T194353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T194354Z UID:10011551-1771938000-1771945200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Workplace Safety Workshop - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:In British Columbia\, all workers have the right to a safe workplace. Your employer must provide safety training\, proper equipment\, and explain any hazards. You have the right to ask questions\, report unsafe conditions\, and refuse unsafe work. If you’re injured or something feels unsafe\, tell your supervisor right away. WorkSafeBC is the organization that helps protect workers and can support you in many languages. Learn more at www.worksafebc.com or call 1-888-621-7233. URL:https://issbc.org/event/workplace-safety-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-heaven/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Wokplace-Safety.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T153000 DTSTAMP:20260219T182218Z CREATED:20260219T182216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T182218Z UID:10011763-1771941600-1771947000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Immigration Pathways to Permanent Residency DESCRIPTION:مسیرهای مهاجرتی برای اقامت دائم\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Immigration Levels Plan 2026 – 2028\n\n Different immigrant categories\n\n Updates to the BC Provincial Nominee Program\n\n Latest trends in the Federal Express Entry Intake Management System\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm to 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\nEnglish / Persian (Farsi)\n\n\n\n\n\nmaryam.keshtkar@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/immigration-pathways-to-permanent-residency/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Immigration-Pathways-to-PR-picture.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260224T160000 DTSTAMP:20260127T201147Z CREATED:20260127T201142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201147Z UID:10011562-1771941600-1771948800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP\, English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the health program for refugee claimants and residents of BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: February 24\, 2026 \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-2/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Health-and-Wellness-workshop-pic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260225T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260127T201040Z CREATED:20260127T200657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201040Z UID:10011564-1772013600-1772020800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP\, English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the health program for refugee claimants and residents of BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: February 25\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n208 – 7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC. \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-and-spanish-2/ LOCATION:208-7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, 208-7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, V3N 4Z6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Health-and-Wellness-workshop-pic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260225T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260225T130000 DTSTAMP:20260128T234052Z CREATED:20260128T234051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T234052Z UID:10011587-1772020800-1772024400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Conflict Literacy in the Workplace DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://issbc.org/event/conflict-literacy-in-the-workplace/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Conflict-at-work.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T120000 DTSTAMP:20260127T201101Z CREATED:20260127T200317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201101Z UID:10011563-1772100000-1772107200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP\, English and Arabic DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the health program for refugee claimants and residents of BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: February 26\, 2026 \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/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp-english-and-arabic/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Health-and-Wellness-workshop-pic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T143000 DTSTAMP:20260219T232349Z CREATED:20260219T221838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T232349Z UID:10011766-1772112600-1772116200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Women's Discussion Groups DESCRIPTION:Thursday – Feb 26\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 5\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 12\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 19\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday – March 26\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMakda O\n\n778 372 6580 URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-discussion-groups/2026-02-26/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Womens-Discussion-Groups-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260123T194752Z CREATED:20260123T194750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T194752Z UID:10011552-1772197200-1772204400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Interview Skills Workshop - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:Join our Interview Skills Workshop\, where we’ll help you build confidence and prepare for success in the Canadian job market. Learn key interview strategies\, tips for answering common questions\, and how to present yourself professionally. Whether you’re just starting your job search or want to polish your skills\, this workshop will give you the tools to stand out. Don’t miss out – register today and take the first step toward your new career! URL:https://issbc.org/event/interview-skills-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-heaven-4/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/tips-for-improving-your-job-interview-skills.png ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T220000 DTSTAMP:20250812T210016Z CREATED:20250812T162156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T210016Z UID:10008697-1772470800-1772488800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Taxation System in Canada workshop online - in person - English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to process your taxes in Canada and British Columbia. \n\n\n\n\n\nTu – Aug 20\, 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/taxation-system-in-canada-workshop-online-in-person-english-farsi-and-dari/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taxation-.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:20260310T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T160000 DTSTAMP:20260224T180223Z CREATED:20260224T180222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T180223Z UID:10011771-1773151200-1773158400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Education System K to 12\, English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the education system from kinder to grade 12. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: March 10\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\n\n\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-2/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Education-System-K-to-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260224T180508Z CREATED:20260224T180507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T180508Z UID:10011772-1773223200-1773230400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Education System K to 12\, English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the education system from kinder to grade 12. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: March 11\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\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-2/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Education-System-K-to-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T120000 DTSTAMP:20260224T180729Z CREATED:20260224T180727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T180729Z UID:10011773-1773309600-1773316800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Education System K to 12\, English and Arabic DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the education system from kinder to grade 12. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: March 12\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Arabic \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\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-2/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Education-System-K-to-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260304T183029Z CREATED:20260304T182836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T183029Z UID:10011782-1773336600-1773342000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Know Your Rights: Employment Standards\, Sexual Harassment\, and Human Rights in BC DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n \n\n\nThis webinar will cover: \n\n✅Overtime and statutory holiday entitlements \n\n✅Legal remedies available to individuals who have experienced workplace sexual harassment \n\n\n\n ✅An overview of human rights legislation in BC URL:https://issbc.org/event/know-your-rights-employment-standards-sexual-harassment-and-human-rights-in-bc/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/harresment.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T160000 DTSTAMP:20260224T181242Z CREATED:20260224T181240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T181242Z UID:10011774-1773756000-1773763200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Adult Education in BC_English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the adult education options available in BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: March 17\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\n\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/adult-education-in-bc_english-farsi-and-dari/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Adult-Education-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260224T181525Z CREATED:20260224T181524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T181525Z UID:10011775-1773828000-1773835200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Adult Education in BC_English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the adult education options available in BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: March 18\, 2026 \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/adult-education-in-bc_english-and-spanish/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Adult-Education-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T130000 DTSTAMP:20260225T193815Z CREATED:20260225T193814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T193815Z UID:10011780-1773835200-1773838800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Communication at Workplace | Free Webinar - Global Talent Loans Program-Online DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n \n\n\nStrengthen Your Workplace Communication Skills and Communicate with Confidence \n\n\n\n-Active Listening \n\n-Zoom Tips \n\n-Inclusive Language and various other tips for better workplace communication URL:https://issbc.org/event/communication-at-workplace/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Communication-Skills-at-Workplace-Webinar-Picture-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T120000 DTSTAMP:20260224T181808Z CREATED:20260224T181745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T181808Z UID:10011776-1773914400-1773921600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Adult Education in BC_English and Arabic DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the adult education options available in BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: March 19\, 2026 \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/adult-education-in-bc_english-farsi-and-arabic/ LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Adult-Education-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T160000 DTSTAMP:20260224T182240Z CREATED:20260224T182238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182240Z UID:10011777-1774360800-1774368000@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: March 24\, 2026 \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:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2 CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Renting-in-BC-and-BC-Housing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260224T182745Z CREATED:20260224T182744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182745Z UID:10011779-1774432800-1774440000@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: March 25\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n# 108 – 7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, V3N4Z6 \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-2/ LOCATION:208-7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, 208-7355 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, V3N 4Z6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Renting-in-BC-and-BC-Housing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260329T170000 DTSTAMP:20260323T203159Z CREATED:20260323T175919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T203159Z UID:10011930-1774512000-1774803600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Resume Clinic - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:One-on-one guidance \n\nResume writing coach \n\nCover letter tips \n\nAll experience levels welcome! URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-clinic-bc-nsp-safe-heaven/2026-03-26/ LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library\, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 0E5 CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Resume-Clinic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR