BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) - ECPv6.17.4.1//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:20251218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T200000 DTSTAMP:20251121T191007Z CREATED:20251121T191007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T191007Z UID:10010922-1766080800-1766088000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Settlement Support Services for International Students DESCRIPTION:❑ Study Permit Holders and International Students. URL:https://issbc.org/event/settlement-support-services-for-international-students/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/icons8-team-yTwXpLO5HAA-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T130000 DTSTAMP:20260715T195713Z CREATED:20251020T224008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T195713Z UID:10008231-1766059200-1766062800@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/2025-12-18/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T120000 DTSTAMP:20250702T202413Z CREATED:20250702T202412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T202413Z UID:10005736-1766055600-1766059200@issbc.org SUMMARY:BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session - Online DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to guide you through employment options\, workplace rights\, and community connections tailored for temporary residents and other eligible newcomers. \n\n\n\nPersonalized settlement and job search support \n\nResume help and interview preparation \n\nSkills training\, short-term courses\, and digital tools \n\nWorkplace rights and advocacy \n\nNetworking with peers and employers URL:https://issbc.org/event/bc-nsp-safe-haven-employment-info-session-online-2/2025-12-18/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Orientation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T120000 DTSTAMP:20251126T185102Z CREATED:20251126T185101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T185102Z UID:10010934-1766052000-1766059200@issbc.org SUMMARY:The Transit System in Metro Vancouver_English and Arabic DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how use the transportation system in Metro Vancouver: \n\n•Transit zones\, \n\n•Payment Methods\, \n\n•Where to buy a COMPASS card\, Skytrain lines\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Dec 18\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10 am pm 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-transit-system-in-metro-vancouver_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/2025/11/Transit-system-in-MV.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T143000 DTSTAMP:20251120T235337Z CREATED:20251120T235336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T235337Z UID:10010877-1766023200-1766068200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Thursdays Conversation Circle – Online DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/thursdays-conversation-circle-online/2025-12-18/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T160000 DTSTAMP:20251126T184834Z CREATED:20251126T183853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T184834Z UID:10010933-1765980000-1765987200@issbc.org SUMMARY:The Transit System in Metro Vancouver_English\, Farsi and Dari DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how use the transportation system in Metro Vancouver: \n\n•Transit zones\, \n\n•Payment Methods\, \n\n•Where to buy a COMPASS card\, Skytrain lines\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Dec 17\, 2025 \n\nTime: 2 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-transit-system-in-metro-vancouver_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/2025/11/Transit-system-in-MV.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T150000 DTSTAMP:20251127T232800Z CREATED:20251127T225755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T232800Z UID:10010940-1765976400-1765983600@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/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Emplyment-Standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T150000 DTSTAMP:20250915T171318Z CREATED:20250915T165448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T171318Z UID:10009527-1765976400-1765983600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors 50+ Learn\, Connect\, Thrive! The New "New Horizon" Program Is Starting! DESCRIPTION:This is a unique opportunity to build friendships\, learn in your preferred language\, and explore the local community — all in a supportive\, welcoming environment. URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-50-learn-connect-thrive-the-new-new-horizon-program-is-starting-2/2025-12-17/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Empowering-Seniors-50_-Learn-Connect-Thrive.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T140000 DTSTAMP:20251203T224327Z CREATED:20250613T174103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T224327Z UID:10011056-1765976400-1765980000@issbc.org SUMMARY:FREE TRAINING: WOMEN'S FACILITATION & LEADERSHIP TRAINING DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about the helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n\n\nHands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women.\n\n\n\nA Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion\, plus ongoings support.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImmigrant women aged 21 or older\n\n\n\nPermanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugee claimants with positive Notice of Decision)\n\n\n\nEnglish Level: CLB Level 4\n\n\n\nAble to commit to a 10-week training and 12-week practicum\n\n\n\nStrong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/volunteer-facilitators-needed/2025-12-17/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IWPSP-Training-Picture-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T120000 DTSTAMP:20250613T172541Z CREATED:20250613T172342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T172541Z UID:10003450-1765967400-1765972800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person DESCRIPTION:Join our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle at the Pitt Meadows Public Library! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person/2025-12-17/ LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor\, 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, V3Y 0E5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T120000 DTSTAMP:20251024T205304Z CREATED:20251010T163424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T205304Z UID:10010514-1765965600-1765972800@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%a8/2025-12-17/ 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:20251217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T120000 DTSTAMP:20250613T164232Z CREATED:20250613T164231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T164232Z UID:10003393-1765965600-1765972800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person DESCRIPTION:Join our In-person Wednesdays English conversations circle in Maple Ridge! This in-person circle is perfect for lower intermediate speakers who want to build confidence\, improve their skills\, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Share stories\, make new friends\, and feel part of the community. URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-lower-intermediate-in-person/2025-12-17/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T160000 DTSTAMP:20251215T182551Z CREATED:20251126T173725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T182551Z UID:10010932-1765893600-1765900800@issbc.org SUMMARY:The Transit System in Metro Vancouver_English and Spanish DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how use the transportation system in Metro Vancouver: \n\n•Transit zones\, \n\n•Payment Methods\, \n\n•Where to buy a COMPASS card\, Skytrain lines\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\nWhen: Dec 16\, 2025 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 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-transit-system-in-metro-vancouver_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/2025/11/Transit-system-in-MV.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T150000 DTSTAMP:20251127T232900Z CREATED:20251127T225151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T232900Z UID:10010939-1765890000-1765897200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Workplace Safety Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/workplace-safety-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Wokplace-Safety.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T130000 DTSTAMP:20260715T195713Z CREATED:20251020T224008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T195713Z UID:10008230-1765886400-1765890000@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/2025-12-16/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T130000 DTSTAMP:20250609T172712Z CREATED:20250609T172544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T172712Z UID:10002329-1765886400-1765890000@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-3/2025-12-16/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-West-info-Session-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="career paths":MAILTO:careerpaths@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T150000 DTSTAMP:20251007T181320Z CREATED:20251007T181319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T181320Z UID:10010448-1765803600-1765810800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle DESCRIPTION:Improve your conversation skills\n\n Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n Build your speaking confidence\n\n Make new connections\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, September 15 – December 15\, 2025 \n\n6:00 pm to 7:30 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMust register to get the details \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, \n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle/2025-12-15/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MondayCC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T130000 DTSTAMP:20251204T193731Z CREATED:20251204T193730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T193731Z UID:10011132-1765800000-1765803600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Conflict Literacy at the Workplace | Free Webinar - Global Talent Loans Program - Online DESCRIPTION:Learn how to approach workplace conflict with clarity\, confidence\, and professionalism. This interactive workshop will help you strengthen your communication and problem-solving skills\, which are essential for thriving in any work environment. URL:https://issbc.org/event/conflict-literacy-at-the-workplace-free-webinar-global-talent-loans-program-online/ LOCATION:Online via Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/20240514_213318938_iOS-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T120000 DTSTAMP:20251015T175430Z CREATED:20251015T175429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T175430Z UID:10010566-1765792800-1765800000@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/2025-12-15/ 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:20251215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T120000 DTSTAMP:20250613T161713Z CREATED:20250612T234200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T161713Z UID:10003338-1765792800-1765800000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/mondays-conversation-circle-basic-in-person/2025-12-15/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T110000 DTSTAMP:20251203T224327Z CREATED:20250613T174103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T224327Z UID:10011055-1765792800-1765796400@issbc.org SUMMARY:FREE TRAINING: WOMEN'S FACILITATION & LEADERSHIP TRAINING DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about the helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n\n\nHands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women.\n\n\n\nA Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion\, plus ongoings support.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImmigrant women aged 21 or older\n\n\n\nPermanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugee claimants with positive Notice of Decision)\n\n\n\nEnglish Level: CLB Level 4\n\n\n\nAble to commit to a 10-week training and 12-week practicum\n\n\n\nStrong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/volunteer-facilitators-needed/2025-12-15/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IWPSP-Training-Picture-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T123000 DTSTAMP:20251007T153949Z CREATED:20251007T153948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T153949Z UID:10010401-1765621800-1765629000@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (In-Person Saturdays) DESCRIPTION:Improve your English conversation skills\n\n Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n Build your speaking confidence\n\n Make new connections\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 12 – December 12\, 2025 \n\n1:00pm to 3:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 13 – December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\nNew Westminster Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\n\n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-in-person-saturdays/2025-12-13/ LOCATION:New Westminster Public Library\, 716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 2B3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ECC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T120000 DTSTAMP:20251128T200118Z CREATED:20251128T194305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T200118Z UID:10010994-1765620000-1765627200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Indigenous History & Reconciliation DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to learn\, listen\, and grow with us as we take part in this important conversation. \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\n\n\nنرحب بكم للتعلم والاستماع والنمو معنا بينما نشارك في هذه المحادثة المهمة \n\n\n\nالمقيمين الدائمين ❑ \n\nشخص محمي، وفقًا للمادة 95 من قانون الهجرة وحماية اللاجئين الكندي ❑ URL:https://issbc.org/event/indigenous-history-reconciliation-2/2025-12-13/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/pexels-michaela-st-3448542-20715470-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T160000 DTSTAMP:20251208T191220Z CREATED:20251118T211150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T191220Z UID:10010818-1765618200-1765641600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Multicultural Youth Circle (Lite) Enhanced Training DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-youth-circle-lite-enhanced-training/ 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/2025/11/Multicultural-Youth-Circle.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:20251212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T150000 DTSTAMP:20251127T232947Z CREATED:20251127T223549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T232947Z UID:10010938-1765544400-1765551600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Interview Skills Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DESCRIPTION:Join this workshop to learn how to present yourself confidently in an interview. You’ll find out how to talk about your skills\, answer common questions\, and make a great impression. You will learn how to present your self confidently\, answer questions with ease\, and become more prepared for your next job interview. URL:https://issbc.org/event/interview-skills-workshop-3/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tips-for-improving-your-job-interview-skills.png ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC _ Freshta Hashim":MAILTO:freshta.hashim@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T150000 DTSTAMP:20251006T223424Z CREATED:20251006T193937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T223424Z UID:10010310-1765544400-1765551600@issbc.org SUMMARY:English Conversation Circle (In-Person Fridays) DESCRIPTION:Improve your English conversation skills\n\n Learn more about Canadian culture\n\n Build your speaking confidence\n\n Make new connections\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 12 – December 12\, 2025 \n\n1:00pm to 3:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 13 – December 13\, 2025 \n\n10:30am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster\, BC V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\n\n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/english-conversation-circle-3/2025-12-12/ LOCATION:New Westminster Public Library\, 716 6th Avenue\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 2B3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ECC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T150000 DTSTAMP:20250915T171318Z CREATED:20250915T165448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T171318Z UID:10009526-1765544400-1765551600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Empowering Seniors 50+ Learn\, Connect\, Thrive! The New "New Horizon" Program Is Starting! DESCRIPTION:This is a unique opportunity to build friendships\, learn in your preferred language\, and explore the local community — all in a supportive\, welcoming environment. URL:https://issbc.org/event/empowering-seniors-50-learn-connect-thrive-the-new-new-horizon-program-is-starting-2/2025-12-12/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Coquitlam office\, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Empowering-Seniors-50_-Learn-Connect-Thrive.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T140000 DTSTAMP:20251203T224327Z CREATED:20250613T174103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T224327Z UID:10011054-1765544400-1765548000@issbc.org SUMMARY:FREE TRAINING: WOMEN'S FACILITATION & LEADERSHIP TRAINING DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about the helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n\n\nHands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women.\n\n\n\nA Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion\, plus ongoings support.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImmigrant women aged 21 or older\n\n\n\nPermanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugee claimants with positive Notice of Decision)\n\n\n\nEnglish Level: CLB Level 4\n\n\n\nAble to commit to a 10-week training and 12-week practicum\n\n\n\nStrong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org URL:https://issbc.org/event/volunteer-facilitators-needed/2025-12-12/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IWPSP-Training-Picture-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T120000 DTSTAMP:20251010T230931Z CREATED:20251010T223008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T230931Z UID:10010545-1765533600-1765540800@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/2025-12-12/ 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:20251212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251212T113000 DTSTAMP:20250613T182124Z CREATED:20250613T182122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T182124Z UID:10005445-1765533600-1765539000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online DESCRIPTION: URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-2/2025-12-12/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk2.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR