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SUMMARY:Workshop: Obtaining a Driver’s Licence in BC - Online
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/workshop-obtaining-a-drivers-licence-in-bc-online/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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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/
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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UID:10010679-1762520400-1762527600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Interview Skills Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN
DESCRIPTION:ISS0fBC – Freshta Hashim \n\nfreshta.hashim@issbc.org
URL:https://issbc.org/event/interview-skills-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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UID:10010653-1762448400-1762452000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Build Your Future with Langara College: Programs\, Training\, and Careers - Global Talent Loans Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Do not miss this chance to learn\, connect\, and take the next step in your career journey!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/langara-college-programs-training-careers-webinar-communication-at-the-workplace-global-talent-loans-program-online/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T100000
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UID:10010650-1762423200-1762430400@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: Nov 6\, 2025 \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:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T140000
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UID:10010667-1762351200-1762358400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Children Rights and Parents Responsibilities in BC
DESCRIPTION:Join us online to learn about Children Rights and Parents Responsibilities in BC\n\n\n\n❑ Child\, Family and Community Services Act\n\n❑ Types of Child Abuse and Neglect
URL:https://issbc.org/event/children-rights-and-parents-responsibilities-in-bc/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T140000
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UID:10010649-1762351200-1762358400@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: Nov 5\, 2025 \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:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T133000
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UID:10010730-1762349400-1762354800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Eligibility\, Requirements & Application Process
DESCRIPTION:این کارگاه که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان در ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند به زبان فارسی ارائه می‌دهد برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروندی کانادا به ما بپیوندید \n\nاین جلسه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی در روز چهارشنبه ۵ نوامبر ۲۰۲۵ برگزار می‌شود. بیایید و با ما در ارتباط باشید، یاد بگیرید و اعتماد به نفس خود را افزایش دهید تا برای آزمون شهروندی آماده شوید \n\n\n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-eligibility-requirements-application-process-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T000652Z
UID:10010731-1762349400-1762354800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Eligibility\, Requirements & Application Process
DESCRIPTION:این کارگاه که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان در ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند به زبان فارسی ارائه می‌دهد برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروندی کانادا به ما بپیوندید \n\nاین جلسه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی در روز چهارشنبه ۵ نوامبر ۲۰۲۵ برگزار می‌شود. بیایید و با ما در ارتباط باشید، یاد بگیرید و اعتماد به نفس خود را افزایش دهید تا برای آزمون شهروندی آماده شوید \n\n\n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده –
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-eligibility-requirements-application-process/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T130000
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CREATED:20251030T175650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T184617Z
UID:10010671-1762261200-1762268400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Newtworking Workshop-BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://issbc.org/event/networking-workshop-2/
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:20251104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T120000
DTSTAMP:20251021T173439Z
CREATED:20251021T173438Z
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UID:10010648-1762250400-1762257600@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: Nov 4\, 2025 \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/renting-in-bc-and-bc-housing-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T160000
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UID:10009980-1761746400-1761753600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Education System K to 12 - English\, Farsi and Dari
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the school system from K to 12 in BC: \n\n•Types of schools\, \n\n•How to choose the school for your child\, \n\n•School Districts/Catchments\, \n\n•How to Register Your Child in School\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: October 29. 2025 \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/education-system-k-to-12-english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20250929T171805Z
CREATED:20250929T171621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T171805Z
UID:10009640-1761737400-1761742800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Citizenship Test Prep Workshop Series In Farsi | Online
DESCRIPTION:این مجموعه جلسات ۴ قسمتی که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند، به زبان فارسی ارائه می‌دهد. هر جلسه به بررسی کتاب دانش شهروندی و تمرین سوالات آزمون شهروندی اختصاص دارد. برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروند شدن کانادا، به ما بپیوندید. \n\nجلسات از ۶ سپتامبر تا ۲۷ سپتامبر ۲۰۲۵، هر شنبه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی برگزار می‌شود. بیایید و با ما در ارتباط باشید، یاد بگیرید و اعتماد به نفس خود را افزایش دهید تا برای آزمون شهروندی آماده شوید
URL:https://issbc.org/event/citizenship-test-prep-workshop-series-in-farsi-online/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T183000
DTSTAMP:20251028T211437Z
CREATED:20251028T211135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T211437Z
UID:10010668-1761672600-1761676200@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Breaking Into Finance: CFA and Career Paths - Global Talent Loans Program - Online
DESCRIPTION:Curious about what it takes to build a successful career in finance? Join us for an inspiring session with our guest speaker\, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, as they share their journey\, insights\, and advice on breaking into the financial industry.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/breaking-into-finance-cfa-and-career-paths/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20251008T182513Z
CREATED:20251001T221131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T182513Z
UID:10009982-1761645600-1761652800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Education System K to 12 - English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the school system from K to 12 in BC: \n\n•Types of schools\, \n\n•How to choose the school for your child\, \n\n•School Districts/Catchments\, \n\n•How to Register Your Child in School\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: October 28\, 2025 \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/education-system-k-to-12-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T133000
DTSTAMP:20250922T215333Z
CREATED:20250922T215332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T215333Z
UID:10009625-1761570000-1761571800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer looking to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personalized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings and employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentoring events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Monday\, October 20\, 2025\, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm\n\n	Monday\, October 27\, 2025\, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Individuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coquitlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows
URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-session-online-6/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T123000
DTSTAMP:20250929T184208Z
CREATED:20250929T181800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T184208Z
UID:10009701-1761390000-1761395400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Pathways to Wellness in Canada
DESCRIPTION:The topics include: \n\n\n	Navigating health systems in Canada\n\n	Emergency and non-emergency helplines\, services like 2-1-1 and other supports in BC\n\n	Registering for a family doctor online\, referrals to specialist care\n\n	Mental health and self-care\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday – Three sessions on October 11th\, 18th\, and 25th\, 2025 \n\n11 AM to 12:30 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmail: mazhar.iqbal@issbc.org \n\nPhone: 778-372-6580 (calls only)
URL:https://issbc.org/event/pathways-to-wellness-in-canada/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20251008T182601Z
CREATED:20251001T220843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T182601Z
UID:10009981-1761213600-1761220800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Education System K to 12 - English and Arabic
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the school system from K to 12 in BC: \n\n•Types of schools\, \n\n•How to choose the school for your child\, \n\n•School Districts/Catchments\, \n\n•How to Register Your Child in School\, etc. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: October 23\, 2025 \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/education-system-k-to-12-english-and-arabic/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251017T123000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Health Services in BC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a helpful series of information sessions to better understand health coverage and services in British Columbia. \n\nTopics will include: \n\n– MSP and IFH coverage \n\n– How to find a family doctor \n\n– Using walk-in clinics \n\n– Emergency vs. non-emergency care \n\n– Pharmacare and medication coverage and more \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\n11:00am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\nISSofBC \n\n280 – 610 Sixth Street\,  \n\nNew Westminster BC V3L 3C2 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNesreen Nassleh \n\nEmail: nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall: 778-372-5848
URL:https://issbc.org/event/understanding-health-services-in-bc/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T160000
DTSTAMP:20251001T223244Z
CREATED:20251001T222815Z
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UID:10009984-1760536800-1760544000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP- English\, Farsi and Dari
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the health programs for refugee claimants and BC residents: \n\n•Type of programs\, \n\n•How to apply\,  \n\n•What are the programs about\, etc.  \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: October 15\, 2025 \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/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251014T133000
DTSTAMP:20250924T171820Z
CREATED:20250924T171819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T171820Z
UID:10009626-1760446800-1760448600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to Work in British Columbia! \n\nAre you a newcomer looking to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personalized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings and employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentoring events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering. \n\nJoin an Info Session to learn more about how we can support your job search journey. \n\n\n\nwhere: Online session via Zoom \n\n\n\nWhen: Monday\, October 6\, 2025\, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm \n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility: \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Individuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coquitlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows
URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-session-online-7/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251014T123000
DTSTAMP:20250516T204222Z
CREATED:20250516T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T204222Z
UID:10001763-1760443200-1760445000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:B-Hired Information Session - Online
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/b-hired-information-session-online/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20250828T170027Z
CREATED:20250828T170026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T170027Z
UID:10009180-1760032800-1760040000@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series | Online
DESCRIPTION:این مجموعه جلسات ۴ قسمتی که توسط برنامه خدمات اسکان ارائه می‌شود، اطلاعات ضروری را برای کسانی که برای اخذ شهروندی کانادا آماده می‌شوند، به زبان فارسی ارائه می‌دهد. هر جلسه به بررسی کتاب دانش شهروندی و تمرین سوالات آزمون شهروندی اختصاص دارد. برای کسب دانش و پشتیبانی مورد نیاز در مسیر شهروند شدن کانادا، به ما بپیوندید. \n\nجلسات از ۴ سپتامبر تا ۹ اکتبر ۲۰۲۵، هر پنجشنبه به صورت آنلاین و به زبان فارسی برگزار می‌شود. بیایید و با ما در ارتباط باشید، یاد بگیرید و اعتماد به نفس خود را افزایش دهید تا برای آزمون شهروندی آماده شوید!
URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-test-preparation-workshop-series-online/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20251001T223427Z
CREATED:20250929T223905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T223427Z
UID:10009704-1760004000-1760011200@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 what are your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: October 9. 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm  \n\nEnglish and Arabic \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/tenant-and-landlord-rights-and-responsibilities-english-and-arabic/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251008T160000
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UID:10009703-1759932000-1759939200@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 what are your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: October 8\, 2025 \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/tenant-and-landlord-rights-and-responsibilities-english-farsi-and-dari/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251007T120000
DTSTAMP:20251001T223135Z
CREATED:20251001T222036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T223135Z
UID:10009983-1759831200-1759838400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP- English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn about the health programs for refugee claimants and BC residents: \n\n•Type of programs\, \n\n•How to apply\,  \n\n•What are the programs about\, etc.  \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\nWhen: October 7\, 2025 \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/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251006T133000
DTSTAMP:20250922T214951Z
CREATED:20250922T214812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T214951Z
UID:10009622-1759755600-1759757400@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer looking to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personalized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings and employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentoring events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Individuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coquitlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows
URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-session-online-5/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20251001T223518Z
CREATED:20250929T221447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T223518Z
UID:10009702-1759312800-1759320000@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 what are your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available.  \n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: October 1\, 2025 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm  \n\nEnglish and Spanish \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/tenant-and-landlord-rights-and-responsibilities-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250929T133000
DTSTAMP:20250825T183248Z
CREATED:20250825T182643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T183248Z
UID:10009047-1759150800-1759152600@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer looking to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personalized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings and employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentoring events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering \n\nJoin an Info Session to learn more about how we can support your job search journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Monday\, September 29\, 2025\, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRPA) \n\n❑ Idividuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living in British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coquitlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows
URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-session-online-3/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250926T150000
DTSTAMP:20250829T235715Z
CREATED:20250829T235714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T235715Z
UID:10009184-1758891600-1758898800@issbc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding & Navigating the Labour Market - BC NSP & Safe Haven Programs - Online
DESCRIPTION:This session will guide you through exploring career opportunities\, adapting to changing industries\, and building the skills that employers are looking for. \n\n\n\nJoin us to gain a clear picture of the labour market\, explore in-demand career paths\, and build the tools you need to succeed. \n\nWe’re here to help you understand today’s job market and take confident steps toward your career goals.
URL:https://issbc.org/event/understanding-navigating-the-labour-market-bc-nsp-safe-haven-programs-online/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Find Work
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