Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)

Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Wednesdays)
2025-07-30 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-06 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
Join us in this 8-week series if you are 50+ senior who speaks Arabic & Tigrinya (Wednesdays), Farsi, Dari, Spanish & Ukranian (Fridays)

A program series for immigrants and refugee seniors to promote their health and wellbeing with the aim to:

•Celebrate diversity and social connectedness amongst newcomer seniors

•Promote digital literacy and inclusion

•Engage seniors to access parks and recreational facilities in their local community to increase their physical fitness

•Support seniors’ health and wellbeing by introducing a variety of self-care activities

•Improve English communication skills through Conversation group sessions

Program runs from July to August 2025 every Wednesdays or Fridays 10AM – 1PM

ISSofBC New Westminster Office: 280 – 610 6th St. New Westminster, BC

To Register: connect with kimberly.lopez@issbc.org

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Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person
2025-07-30 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-06 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]

BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session - Online
2025-07-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-07 11:00 - 12:00 | British Columbia
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

Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online
2025-07-31 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-07 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

The Importance of Will and Power of Attorney in Estate Planning | Hybrid
2025-07-31 13:00 - 15:00 | ISSofBC Coquitlam office, 258 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4, Canada
اهمیت وصیت نامه و وکالت نامه در برنامه ریزی اموال و دارایی ها

Farsi/English

Are You Prepared to Protect Your Future and Assets?

Join us for an informative webinar on the Necessity of Wills, Power of Attorney, and Asset Planning in Canada. Learn the essential dos and don’ts of preparing a will and granting power of attorney. We’ll also guide you through effective methods for planning your property and assets. Don’t miss this opportunity to secure your future with informed decisions. Featuring guest speaker Keivan Nasirnia, a Financial Advisor

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: Please send an email to [helia.arefkia@issbc.org] or Call [778-372-6525]

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آیا برای حفاظت از آینده و دارایی‌های خود آماده‌اید؟

ضرورت وصیت نامه، وکالتنامه و برنامه ریزی اموال و دارایی ها در کانادا در این وبینار باید ها و نباید های وصیت نامه و وکالتنامه بررسی و روش برنامه ریزی برای اموال و دارایی ها ارائه می گردد

این جلسه هم به صورت آنلاین و هم حضوری در دفتر ما، شعبه کوکیتلام، واقع در خیابان لینکلن، برگزار خواهد شد. آدرس در زیر آمده است.

: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

Friday Conversation Circle – Online
2025-08-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-08 10:00 - 11:30 | British Columbia
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]

Empowering Seniors for Resilient Future (Fridays)
2025-08-01 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-08 10:00 - 13:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada

B-Hired Information Session - Online
2025-08-01 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-05 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-08 12:00 - 12:30 | British Columbia
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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BC Housing Registry
2025-08-01 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual on Teams
Join us to learn about BC Housing Registry Program* Eligibility* How to apply* The required documentsFriday-August 01, 20252:00 pm to 3:30 pmWhere:Virtual / TeamsEnglish / PersianContact us:778-372-6536Maryam.Keshtkar@issbc.org

Women's Group - Mandarin
2025-08-01 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-08 14:00 - 16:00 | ISSofBC – New Westminstet, 280 - 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L3C2, Canada
The Women’s Group aims to connect, support, and share experiences within Mandarin speaker’s women in the community, creating a safety space to feel seen, heard and included.

Grupo de Apoyo para Mujeres en Español
2025-08-05 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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Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session
2025-08-05 12:00 - 13:00 | British Columbia
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

Wednesday Conversation Circle (Lower Intermediate) – In Person
2025-08-06 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]

Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities workshop online - in person (English & Spanish)
2025-08-06 10:00 - 12:00 | ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6A 2L7, Canada
Workshop Details:

Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who live in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Learn about your rights and responsibilities when renting in B.C.

This course will be delivered in English and Spanish.

Detalles del taller:

Talleres gratuitos para solicitantes de asilo y solicitantes de refugio que viven en Vancouver y Burnaby.

Infórmese sobre sus derechos y responsabilidades al alquilar en BC

Este curso se impartirá en inglés y español.

When:

Wed – Aug 6, 2025

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

English and Spanish

In person and online

Where:

2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2

For registration, please contact:

Ingrid Mutter

778-372-6530 Ingrid.mutter@issbc.org

View https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Poster-Tenant-and-Landlord-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Aug-2025.pdfPoster

Interview Skills & Informational Interviews Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Programs - Online
2025-08-06 13:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
Want to ace your next interview?

Join our Interview Skills & Informational Interviews Workshop and build the confidence and skills you need to succeed in any job interview—whether in person or online.

This session will help you prepare for interviews, understand what employers are looking for, and learn how to make great connections through informational interviews.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Access helpful resources and get personalized feedback

Answer common interview questions with confidence and clarity

Prepare effectively before an interview, and make a good impression after

Use body language and tone to make a positive impression

Prepare for virtual interviews using AI interview training software

Conduct effective informational interviews to explore career options and build your network

Join us today to improve your interview skills and feel ready for any job opportunity!

We’ll support you every step of the way to help you succeed.

Networking: Navigating the Labour Market & Intersectionality Workshop - BC NSP & Safe Haven Program - Online
2025-08-08 13:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
Want to connect with the right people, find helpful resources related to your profession, and understand today’s job market?

Join our workshop designed to help you build strong networks, gain career insights, navigate the labour market in BC, and understand how intersectionality impacts your employment experience.

This session will guide you through effective networking strategies, labour market insights, and how to leverage your unique identity and experiences to succeed.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Develop strategies for long-term career success

Build and grow meaningful professional connections

Understand BC’s labour market trends and job opportunities

Find helpful resources related to your profession and gain career insights

Navigate challenges related to identity, culture, and diversity in the workplace

Use intersectionality to your advantage in your career journey

Access community resources and support networks

Join us to learn how to expand your network, understand your strengths, and take charge of your career!

We’re here to support your path to success in the BC labour market.

2025-08-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual – Teams
Rental Assistance Program(RAP)​ and Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters(SAFER)

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​Join us online to learn about BC Housing Programs, Rental Assistance and Shelter for Elderly Renters ​

* Eligibility​

* How to apply​

* Application process ​

* The required documents ​

When:

Friday– August 8, 2025​

2:00 pm to 3:30pm​

Where:​

Virtual/Teams​

English/Persian (Farsi)​

Contact us: ​778-372-6536​Maryam.Keshtkar@issbc.org

Rental Assistance Program(RAP)​ and Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters(SAFER) ​Join us online to learn about BC Housing Programs, Rental Assistance and Shelter for Elderly Renters * ​Eligibility​ * How to apply * Application process ​* The required documents ​ When: Friday– August 8, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30pm​​Where:​Virtual/Teams​English/Persian (Farsi)​Contact us: ​778-372-6536​Maryam.Keshtkar@issbc.org​
