Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)

Obtaining Citizenship for Adult &Minor (Session-01) - Online
2025-06-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver)
الحصول على الجنسية الكندية للبالغين السن القانوني و القاصرين: الجلسة الأولى (جلسة افتراضية)

English/Arabic

Ready to Apply for Canadian Citizenship? Get Informed First!

Offered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC, this 6-part session series provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Each session covers key topics such as eligibility, required documents, application steps, fees, and the citizenship test. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

This session particularly will provide a comprehensive overview of the requirements for the Canadian citizenship application process. It will cover the essential information, required documents, and associated fees.

يُقدَّم خلال برنامج خدمات الاستقرار، من سلسلة تتكّون من 6 جلسات تهدف إلى توفير معلومات أساسية للذين يستعدون للحصول على الجنسية الكندية. تغطي كل جلسة مواضيع رئيسية مثل شروط التأهيل، الوثائق المطلوبة، خطوات تقديم الطلب، الرسوم، واختبار الجنسية. انضموا إلينا لاكتساب المعرفة والدعم الذي تحتاجونه في طريقكم نحو أن تصبحوا مواطنين كنديين في هذه الجلسة على وجه الخصوص سنقدّم نظرة شاملة على متطلبات عملية التقديم للحصول على الجنسية الكندية، وستغطي أيضًا المعلومات الأساسية، الوثائق المطلوبة، والرسوم المتعلقة بذلك

For Inquiry:

Send an email to huda.bolow@issbc.org

Monday Conversation Circle (Basic) - In Person
2025-06-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-23 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Maple Ridge, 110-22638 119th Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
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?

We are here to support you!

Join 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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
2025-06-16 18:00 - 20:00
CRA اداره مالیات و درآمد کانادا

English/Farsi

Ready to Better Understand and Use Your CRA Account?

On this online workshop, you will learn about the Importance of CRA accounts that administer tax, benefits, and related programs for the Government of Canada including;

How and when you could have an account​

Updating your personal information​

Application and benefits are available through the CRA account.

This workshop is offered through the BC Newcomer Services Program (BC-NSP) and is available to eligible newcomers residing in British Columbia.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Work Permit holders❑Study Permit holders (Post-secondary students who cannot access similar services at their educational institution)​❑ Naturalized Citizens❑ Refugee claimants

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در این کارگاه آنلاین، شما در مورد اهمیت حساب کاربری ای که مالیات، مزایا و برنامه‌های مرتبط با دولت کانادا را مدیریت می‌کند خواهید آموخت؛ از جمله

چگونه و چه زمانی می‌توانید یک حساب کاربری داشته باشید -​​

به‌روزرسانی اطلاعات شخصی شما -​

درخواست و تمام مزایا از طریق حساب کاربری در دسترس هستند –

این کارگاه از طریق برنامه خدمات تازه‌واردان بریتیش کلمبیا ارائه می‌شود و برای تازه‌واردان واجد شرایط که در استان بریتیش کلمبیا اقامت دارند، در دسترس است. معیارهای واجد شرایط بودن شامل موارد زیر است​

دارندگان مجوز کارموقت-​​

دارندگان ویزای دانشجویی-​

شهروندان دارای تابعیت کانادایی- ​​

متقاضیان پناهندگی-

For Inquiries: Send an email to farzaneh.Naderi@issbc.org

Grupo de Apoyo para Mujeres en Español
2025-06-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-24 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
Cuándo?Todos los Martes10:00 am a 12:00 pm

De Junio 17, 2025 al 26 de Agosto, 2025

Dónde?820 6th St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3C8

Únete a nosotras para compartir, apoyarnos y crear conexiones en tu propio idioma. Este es un espacio donde las mujeres pueden sentirse seguras, vistas e incluidas.

¡Nos encantaría que formaras parte!

10 Sesiones (En persona)

Para registrarte contacta a:Kimberly Lopezkimberly.lopez@issbc.org

O escaneael QR code

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B-Hired Information Session - Online
2025-06-17 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-06-20 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-06-24 12:00 - 12:30
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

This 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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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+)

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Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-24 12:00 - 13:00
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
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-26 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

Workplace Safety Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
2025-06-17 13:00 - 15:00
Want to stay safe and know your rights at work?

Join our Workplace Safety Workshop to learn how to protect yourself and understand your rights in the workplace.

This session will introduce important safety practices and explain how public regulatory bodies help protect and support workers in BC.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Advocate for your own safety as a worker, and emphasize your health and wellbeing

Recognize common workplace hazards and prevent accidents

Understand your workplace safety rights and the responsibilities of your employer

Learn how WorkSafeBC helps protect workers and what to do if you get injured

Communicate effectively about safety concerns with employers

Access resources and support for a safe working environment

Join us to learn how to work safely and protect yourself on the job!

We’re here to help you stay informed and confident in your workplace.

Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
2025-06-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-25 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Maple Ridge, 110-22638 119th Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
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?

We are here to support you!

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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
2025-06-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor, 12099 Harris Rd, Pitt Meadows, V3Y 0E5, Canada
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?

We are here to support you!

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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

Money and Finances in Canada - Online
2025-06-19 18:00 - 20:00
پول و امور مالی در کانادا – آنلاین

Farsi/English

Want to Learn More About Finances in Canada?

Managing your finances is an important step toward building a stable and successful life in Canada. This workshop offers a broad introduction to the Canadian financial landscape, helping you feel more confident with everyday money matters. Whether you’re new to the country or simply looking to strengthen your financial knowledge, you’ll gain practical insights the Canadian money system.

The following topics will be covered in the session:❖ Glossary of banking Terms❖ Banking and currency in Canda❖ Building Credit, international money transfer❖ Loan, investment, starting a business❖ Scam and Fraud Awareness, and etc.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Resident (PRs) ❑ Protected Person, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)

For Inquiries: Send an email to [abdul.samim@issbc.org] or Call [604-684-7944]

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آیا می خواهید در مورد امور مالی در کانادا بیشتر بدانید؟

مدیریت امور مالی گامی مهم در جهت ایجاد یک زندگی پایدار و موفق در کانادا است. این کارگاه مقدمه‌ای جامع بر چشم‌انداز مالی کانادا ارائه می‌دهد و به شما کمک می‌کند تا در امور مالی روزمره اعتماد به نفس بیشتری داشته باشید. چه تازه به این کشور آمده باشید و چه صرفاً به دنبال تقویت دانش مالی خود باشید، بینش‌های عملی در مورد سیستم پولی کانادا کسب خواهید کرد

:موضوعات ذیل زیر پوشش قرارخواهد ګرفت

واژه نامه اصطالحات بانکی –

بانکداری در کانادا، واحد پول کانادا –

ایجاد اعتبار (کریدت) انتقال پول بین المللی –

قرضه (وام)، سرمایه گذاری، آغاز یک تجارت –

آگاهی در مورد کاله برداری و فریب –

وغیره موارد –

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

[604-684-7944] یا تماس بگیری [abdul.samim@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به

Friday Conversation Circle – Online
2025-06-20 10:00 - 11:30
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?

We are here to support you!

Join 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.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ 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.

Note: Registration is required to receive the Teams link.

For Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568]

Employment Rights & Responsibilities Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
2025-06-20 13:00 - 15:00
Know your rights as a worker in BC!

Join 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.

This 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.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Access resources and support for fair and safe employment

Understand your basic employment rights under BC law

Learn about wages, hours of work, overtime, and breaks

Know your rights related to leaves, holidays, and termination

Discover how the Employment Standards Branch enforces workplace laws and helps resolve disputes

Find out how to file a complaint if your rights are violated

Join us to understand your employment rights and how to stand up for yourself at work!

We’re here to support you in creating a fair and respectful workplace.

Citizenship Online Application/Citizenship Portal (Session-02) - Online
2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00
طلب الجنسية إلكترونيًا / منصة الجنسية (الجلسة الثانية) – جلسة افتراضية

English/Arabic

Manual or Online? Discover the Ways Available to Apply for Your Citizenship

Offered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC, this 6-part session series provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Each session covers key topics such as eligibility, required documents, application steps, fees, and the citizenship test. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

This session will focus exclusively on the online application process and how to create the citizenship portal account.

يُقدَّم خلال برنامج خدمات الاستقرار، من سلسلة تتكّون من 6 جلسات تهدف إلى توفير معلومات أساسية للذين يستعدون للحصول على الجنسية الكندية. تغطي كل جلسة مواضيع رئيسية مثل شروط التأهيل، الوثائق المطلوبة، خطوات تقديم الطلب، الرسوم، واختبار الجنسية. انضموا إلينا لاكتساب المعرفة والدعم الذي تحتاجونه في طريقكم نحو أن تصبحوا مواطنين كندي

ستركز هذه الجلسة حصريًا على عملية التقديم إلكترونيًا وكيفية إنشاء حساب على منصة الجنسية

For Inquiry:

Send an email to huda.bolow@issbc.org

How to Apply for Canadian Citizenship - Hybrid
2025-06-24 13:30 - 15:30 | ISSofBC Coquitlam office, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4, Canada
نحوه درخواست شهروندی کانادا

Farsi/English

Ready to Apply for Canadian Citizenship? Get Informed First!

This session provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Covering key topics such as eligibility, required documents, and application steps, and more. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian Citizen.

This session will be presented both Online via MS TEAMS and In-person at our ISSofBC Coquitlam location at Lincoln Ave, Address is provided below.

Eligibility Criteria

❑ Permanent Resident (PRs) ❑ Protected Person, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA)

For Inquiries: Send an email to [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] or Call [778-372-6525]

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آماده درخواست شهروندی کانادا هستید؟

این جلسه اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند، ارائه می‌دهد. این جلسه موضوعات کلیدی مانند شرایط لازم، مدارک مورد نیاز، مراحل درخواست و موارد دیگر را پوشش می‌دهد. برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر تبدیل شدن به یک شهروند کانادایی، به ما بپیوندید

:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها

دارندگان اقامت دایم –

پناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –

[778-372-6525] یا تماس بگیری [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] برای سوالات: ارسال ایمیل به

BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session - Online
2025-06-26 13:00 - 14:00
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
