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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-2/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T093000
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UID:10011517-1770370200-1770375600@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-3/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260123T185446Z
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UID:10011546-1770382800-1770390000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Navigating the Labour Market Workshop- BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/understanding-and-navigating-the-labour-market-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC &#8211%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260127T222802Z
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UID:10011567-1770382800-1770390000@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/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260130T173215Z
CREATED:20260130T173004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T173215Z
UID:10011594-1770386400-1770390000@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/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260203T190746Z
CREATED:20260203T185205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T190746Z
UID:10011625-1770460200-1770467400@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/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260209T150000
DTSTAMP:20251204T184643Z
CREATED:20251204T184642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T184643Z
UID:10011123-1770642000-1770649200@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-2/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260123T190022Z
CREATED:20260123T190020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T190022Z
UID:10011547-1770728400-1770735600@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-3/
LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC &#8211%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260126T192301Z
CREATED:20260126T192300Z
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UID:10011555-1770732000-1770739200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities _ English\, Farsi and Dari
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: February 10\, 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/tenant-and-landlord-rights-and-responsibilities-_-english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5N 4L2
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260130T194404Z
CREATED:20260130T193526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T194404Z
UID:10011610-1770746400-1770751800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Breaking into Legal Admin\,Mentoring Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/breaking-into-legal-adminmentoring-session-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260127T162535Z
CREATED:20260127T162534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T162535Z
UID:10011556-1770804000-1770811200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities _ English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: February 11\, 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: \n\n please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/tenant-and-landlord-rights-and-responsibilities-_-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:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260214T002142Z
CREATED:20260116T181048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T002142Z
UID:10011525-1770832800-1770840000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Application
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-application/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260127T162850Z
CREATED:20260127T162849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T162850Z
UID:10011557-1770890400-1770897600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities _ English and Arabic
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: February 12\, 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: \n\n please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-372-6530
URL:https://issbc.org/event/tenant-and-landlord-rights-and-responsibilities-_-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/Tenant-L-R-R-.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T143000
DTSTAMP:20260211T205508Z
CREATED:20260211T205507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T205508Z
UID:10011708-1770903000-1770906600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Child & Youth Mental Health and Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:1:30pm to 2:30pm\n\n\n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\n778-372-6580
URL:https://issbc.org/event/supporting-child-youth-mental-health-and-well-being/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Supporting-Child-Youth-Mental-Health-picture.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260206T211538Z
CREATED:20260116T194501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211538Z
UID:10011533-1770906600-1770910200@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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/indigenous-history-reconciliation-3/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/pexels-michaela-st-3448542-20715470-scaled.jpg
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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
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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/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement,Find Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Interview-Skills.jpg
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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/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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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 &#8211%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 &#8211%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
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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
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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/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC &#8211%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC &#8211%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org
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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/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Immigration-Pathways-to-PR-picture.jpg
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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
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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
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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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