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SUMMARY:Careers with Paladin Security| Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n	\n\n\nThis webinar will cover: \n\n✅ Security careers at Paladin Security \n\n✅Job requirements and eligibility \n\n✅Licensing and required training \n\n✅Hiring process and next steps
URL:https://issbc.org/event/careers-with-paladin-security/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T133000
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UID:10011770-1774531800-1774535400@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/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T110000
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UID:10005750-1774522800-1774526400@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-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T182452Z
CREATED:20260224T182451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T182452Z
UID:10011778-1774519200-1774526400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Renting in BC and BC Housing_English and Arabic
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 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/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing_english-and-arabic-2/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260312T171456Z
CREATED:20260206T194142Z
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UID:10011655-1774436400-1774440000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canada: The Rich & Vibrant History of Indigenous People Webinar for Korean Immigrants.
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Canada and preparing for your citizenship test? Understanding the history and cultures of Indigenous Peoples is essential for citizenship. Join our webinar led by a LINC English Program instructor who understands the learning needs of Korean immigrants. This engaging session offers valuable insights to help you navigate this important topic. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n아니면 여러분의 새로운 터전인 캐나다를 제대로 알고 싶으신가요? \n\n캐나다의 다양한 원주민 역사와 문화는 캐나다 사회를 이해하는 데 꼭 필요한 핵심 주제이자\, 시민이 되기 위해 반드시 알아야 할 내용입니다. 한국 이민자들의 학습 니즈를 잘 아는 경험 많은 LINC 영어 프로그램 강사와 함께 하는 특별한 웨비나에 여러분을 초대합니다!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canada-the-rich-vibrant-history-of-indigenous-people-webinar-for-korean-immigrants/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T100000
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UID:10011448-1774432800-1774440000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Make new friends?\n\n\n\n\n\n	Practice English?\n\n\n\n	Learn about Canada? \n\n\n\n	Create something fun together? \n\n\n\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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-in-person/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T150000
DTSTAMP:20251204T184643Z
CREATED:20251204T184642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T184643Z
UID:10011129-1774270800-1774278000@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\nWhen:  \n\n\n\n6:00 pm to 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  \n\n\n\nMust register to get the details \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee poster for details:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T191543Z
CREATED:20260115T191507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191543Z
UID:10011410-1774260000-1774267200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Practice English?\n\n\n\n	Learn New Words?\n\n\n\n	Talk About Culture \n\n\n\n	Know About Your Neighbourhood?\n\n\n\n	Make Friends and Enjoy Conversation!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle-in-person/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260203T190746Z
CREATED:20260203T185205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T190746Z
UID:10011649-1774011600-1774018800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Winter In-Person Saturday Conversation Circle
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\nIn-person Saturday\, February 7 to March 21\, 2026 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:300 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n716 6th Avenue  \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3
URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-saturday-conversation-circle/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260127T222802Z
CREATED:20260127T222339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T222802Z
UID:10011579-1774011600-1774018800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Winter In-Person Friday Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \n\nEligibility:  Permanent Resident Only \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\nIn-person Fridays\, February 6 to March 20\, 2026 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n716 6th Avenue  \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3
URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-friday-conversation-circle/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260115T200307Z
CREATED:20260115T200306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T200307Z
UID:10011523-1773999000-1774004400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Friday Conversation Circle – Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to: \n\n\n\n	Explore new topics together?\n\n\n\n	Share your ideas and experience?\n\n\n\n	Learn something new? \n\n\n\n	Have Fun!! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our 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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-3/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T103000
DTSTAMP:20260115T194248Z
CREATED:20260115T193904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T194248Z
UID:10011485-1773306900-1773311400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Practice English?\n\n\n\n	Learn New Words?\n\n\n\n	Talk About Culture\n\n\n\n	Know About Your Neighborhood?\n\n\n\n	Make Friends and Enjoy Conversation!\n\n\n\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
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person-3/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor\, 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, V3Y 0E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260214T002743Z
CREATED:20260214T002438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T002743Z
UID:10011761-1773252000-1773259200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Application
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-application-3/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260214T002326Z
CREATED:20260214T002231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T002326Z
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SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Application
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-application-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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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
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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
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260130T173215Z
CREATED:20260130T173004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T173215Z
UID:10011597-1772200800-1772204400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:New Beginnings
DESCRIPTION:Designed to support newcomer families in raising healthy\, thriving kids.  Featuring professional guest speakers and practical tips for family well-being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Learn how to care for your mental health and find balance during settlement and transition. \n\n– Understanding Childhood Immunizations \n\n\n\n– Simple nutrition\, hydration\, sleep and movement habits for a balanced live \n\n\n\n\n\n– Explore simple and practical ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle in your new environment.  \n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 6 to 27\, 2026 \n\n2:00 PM tp 3:00PM \n\n\n\n\n\n#610 6th Street\, New Westminster BC \n\nV3L 3C2 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmail:  nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org  \n\nCall at 778-372-5848
URL:https://issbc.org/event/new-beginnings/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T140000
DTSTAMP:20260206T210856Z
CREATED:20260206T210810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T210856Z
UID:10011705-1772193600-1772200800@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/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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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
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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
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