BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://issbc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260212T223230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T223231Z UID:10011711-1773061200-1773063000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online DESCRIPTION: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\nWhere : \n\nOnline session via ZOOM \n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility \n\n❑ Permanent Resident \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-14/2026-03-09/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JobQuest_CareerFair_August21_Jobseeker2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260115T191507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191543Z UID:10011408-1773050400-1773057600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle - In Person DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to: \n\n\n 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! \n\n\nWe are here to support you! \n\nJoin our In-person Mondays Conversation Circle in Maple Ridge! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568] URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle-in-person/2026-03-09/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260203T185205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T190746Z UID:10011645-1772802000-1772809200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Winter In-Person Saturday 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\nWhen: \n\nIn-person Saturday\, February 7 to March 21\, 2026 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:300 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee posters for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Winter-online-inperson-CC.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-saturday-conversation-circle/2026-03-06/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/In-Person-CC-NW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260127T222339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T222802Z UID:10011577-1772802000-1772809200@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\nWhen: \n\nIn-person Fridays\, February 6 to March 20\, 2026 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee posters for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Winter-online-inperson-CC.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-friday-conversation-circle/2026-03-06/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/In-Person-CC-NW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260115T200306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T200307Z UID:10011521-1772789400-1772794800@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\nWe are here to support you! \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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568] URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-3/2026-03-06/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260219T221838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T232349Z UID:10011767-1772717400-1772721000@issbc.org SUMMARY:Women's Discussion Groups DESCRIPTION:When: Every Thursday from February 26 to March 26\, 2026\, 1:30pm to 2:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Mental health for newcomers: Part 1\n\nThursday – Feb 26\, 2026\n\n\n\nExperiencing Wellbeing for newcomers: Part 2\n\nThursday – March 5\, 2026 \n\n\n\nUnderstanding children and youth mental health: Part 1\n\nThursday – March 12\, 2026\n\n\n\nSupporting children and youth well-being: Part 2\n\nThursday – March 19\, 2026\n\n\n\nClients’ choice health related issues\n\nThursday – March 26\, 2026\n\n\n\nRegistration Link: Click here to register\n\n\n\nHost contact: \n\nMakda O\n\n778 372 6580\n\nmakda.ogbandrias@issbc.org \n\n\n\nPlease see poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/updated-womens-discussion-group-series-workshop.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-discussion-groups/2026-03-05/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Womens-Discussion-Groups-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20251020T224008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z UID:10008040-1772712000-1772715600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online DESCRIPTION: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:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2026-03-05/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20250702T202412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T202413Z UID:10005747-1772708400-1772712000@issbc.org SUMMARY:BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session - Online DESCRIPTION:Looking for Work? We’re Here to Help! \n\nAre 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. \n\nThis session is designed to guide you through employment options\, workplace rights\, and community connections tailored for temporary residents and other eligible newcomers. \n\nLearn about: \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-2/2026-03-05/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Orientation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20251204T000356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T002142Z UID:10011085-1772703000-1772721000@issbc.org SUMMARY:FREE TRAINING: WOMEN'S FACILITATION & LEADERSHIP TRAINING DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about our free training program!\n\nClick here to register for information session:u003c/strongu003e u003ca href=u0022https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQkFSQk00SkVTNFRPVVg2QzJBRFYySlRGRy4uu0026amp;route=shorturlu0022u003ehttps://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQkFSQk00SkVTNFRPVVg2QzJBRFYySlRGRy4uu0026amp;route=shorturlu003c/au003e\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE PROGRAM\n\nAre you passionate about the helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\n\n\nWhat will you receive?\n\n\n\nTraining on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n\n\nHands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women.\n\n\n\nA Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion\, plus ongoings support.\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility:\n\n\n\nImmigrant women aged 21 or older\n\n\n\nPermanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugee claimants with positive Notice of Decision)\n\n\n\nEnglish Level: CLB Level 4\n\n\n\nAble to commit to a 10-week training and 12-week practicum\n\n\n\nStrong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\n\nInfo Sessions\n\nRegister for an info SESSION: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQkFSQk00SkVTNFRPVVg2QzJBRFYySlRGRy4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nLocation: Hybrid: Virtual & In-Person (TBA)\n\n\n\nApply by January 12\, 2026 \n\nContact Fiorella for more information \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org \n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\n\n\nSee posters for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Womens-Facilitation-Leadership-Training-2026.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/free-training-womens-facilitation-leadership-training/2026-03-05/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IWPSP-Training-Picture-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260115T193904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T194248Z UID:10011484-1772702100-1772706600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Pitt Meadows Library Conversation Circle – In Person DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to: \n\n\n 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\nWe are here to support you! \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 \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568] URL:https://issbc.org/event/pitt-meadows-library-conversation-circle-in-person-3/2026-03-05/ LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library – 2nd Floor\, 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, V3Y 0E5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260214T002438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T002743Z UID:10011760-1772647200-1772654400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Application DESCRIPTION:Postulación a la Ciudadanía \n\nSpanish/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre You Prepared to Pass the Canadian Citizenship Test? \n\nOffered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC\, this 5-part free online workshop series provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Each session covers key topics such as eligibility\, required documents\, the citizenship application process\, a review of the Citizenship Knowledge Book (Discover Canada)\, and practice exam questions. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen. \n\nSessions are held online via MS TEAMS in Spanish on Wednesdays\, starting February 11th\, 2026\, until March 11th\, 2026. Come connect\, learn\, and grow your confidence as you prepare for the Citizenship Test! \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquires: Send an email to [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] or call [778-370-5112] \n\nClick Here to Register for this workshop now! \n\n\n\n¿Estás preparado para aprobar el examen de ciudadanía canadiense? \n\nOfrecida por el programa de Servicios de Asentamiento de ISSofBC\, esta serie gratuita de 5 talleres en línea ofrece información esencial para quienes se están preparando para obtener la ciudadanía canadiense. Cada sesión cubre temas clave como los requisitos de elegibilidad\, los documentos necesarios\, el proceso de solicitud de ciudadanía\, una revisión del Libro de Conocimientos sobre la Ciudadanía (Discover Canada) y preguntas de práctica del examen. Únete para adquirir el conocimiento y el apoyo que necesitas en tu camino para convertirte en ciudadano canadiense. \n\nLas sesiones se realizarán en línea a través de MS TEAMS\, en español\, los miércoles\, desde el 11 de febrero de 2026 hasta el 11 de marzo de 2026. ¡Ven a conectar\, aprender y fortalecer tu confianza mientras te preparas para el examen de ciudadanía! \n\nCriterios de elegibilidad: \n\n❑ Residente Permanente (PR)❑ Persona Protegida\, según la Sección 95 de la Ley de Inmigración y Protección de Refugiados de Canadá (IRPA) \n\nConsultas: Por favor\, envía un correo electrónico a [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] o llama al [778-370-5112] \n\nHaz clic aquí para registrarte en este taller ahora! URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-application-3/2026-03-04/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DC5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260214T002231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T002326Z UID:10011528-1772647200-1772654400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Application DESCRIPTION:Postulación a la Ciudadanía \n\nSpanish/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre You Prepared to Pass the Canadian Citizenship Test? \n\nOffered by the Settlement Services program at ISSofBC\, this 5-part free online workshop series provides essential information for those preparing to obtain the Canadian citizenship. Each session covers key topics such as eligibility\, required documents\, the citizenship application process\, a review of the Citizenship Knowledge Book (Discover Canada)\, and practice exam questions. Join us to gain the knowledge and support you need on your path to becoming a Canadian citizen. \n\nSessions are held online via MS TEAMS in Spanish on Wednesdays\, starting February 11th\, 2026\, until March 11th\, 2026. Come connect\, learn\, and grow your confidence as you prepare for the Citizenship Test! \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PRs)❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquires: Send an email to [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] or call [778-370-5112] \n\nClick Here to Register for this workshop now! \n\n\n\n¿Estás preparado para aprobar el examen de ciudadanía canadiense? \n\nOfrecida por el programa de Servicios de Asentamiento de ISSofBC\, esta serie gratuita de 5 talleres en línea ofrece información esencial para quienes se están preparando para obtener la ciudadanía canadiense. Cada sesión cubre temas clave como los requisitos de elegibilidad\, los documentos necesarios\, el proceso de solicitud de ciudadanía\, una revisión del Libro de Conocimientos sobre la Ciudadanía (Discover Canada) y preguntas de práctica del examen. Únete para adquirir el conocimiento y el apoyo que necesitas en tu camino para convertirte en ciudadano canadiense. \n\nLas sesiones se realizarán en línea a través de MS TEAMS\, en español\, los miércoles\, desde el 11 de febrero de 2026 hasta el 11 de marzo de 2026. ¡Ven a conectar\, aprender y fortalecer tu confianza mientras te preparas para el examen de ciudadanía! \n\nCriterios de elegibilidad: \n\n❑ Residente Permanente (PR)❑ Persona Protegida\, según la Sección 95 de la Ley de Inmigración y Protección de Refugiados de Canadá (IRPA) \n\nConsultas: Por favor\, envía un correo electrónico a [natalia.plaza@issbc.org] o llama al [778-370-5112] \n\nHaz clic aquí para registrarte en este taller ahora! URL:https://issbc.org/event/canadian-citizenship-application-2/2026-03-04/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DC5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260115T192726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T192727Z UID:10011445-1772618400-1772625600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Conversation Circle – In Person DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to: \n\n\n 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\nWe are here to support you! \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. \n\nEligibility Criteria: \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space. \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568] URL:https://issbc.org/event/wednesday-conversation-circle-in-person/2026-03-04/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20251020T224008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z UID:10000336-1772539200-1772542800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online DESCRIPTION: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:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2026-03-03/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20250609T172544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T172712Z UID:10002340-1772539200-1772542800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \nISSofBC 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:    \n\nFUNDED Skills Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUSTRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPRACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\nThank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Information Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arrival profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our services\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course funding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement opportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \nCareer Paths Team URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-information-session-3/2026-03-03/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-West-info-Session-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="career paths":MAILTO:careerpaths@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20251204T000356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T002142Z UID:10011084-1772530200-1772548200@issbc.org SUMMARY:FREE TRAINING: WOMEN'S FACILITATION & LEADERSHIP TRAINING DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about our free training program!\n\nClick here to register for information session:u003c/strongu003e u003ca href=u0022https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQkFSQk00SkVTNFRPVVg2QzJBRFYySlRGRy4uu0026amp;route=shorturlu0022u003ehttps://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQkFSQk00SkVTNFRPVVg2QzJBRFYySlRGRy4uu0026amp;route=shorturlu003c/au003e\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE PROGRAM\n\nAre you passionate about the helping other women? Do you want to gain new skills and experience in Canada? Join our certificate program to become a facilitator and make a difference in your community. \n\n\n\nWhat will you receive?\n\n\n\nTraining on group facilitation\, Canadian systems\, and community resources\n\n\n\nHands-on experience leading and facilitating community groups for immigrant women.\n\n\n\nA Certificate of Facilitation upon program completion\, plus ongoings support.\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility:\n\n\n\nImmigrant women aged 21 or older\n\n\n\nPermanent Residents or Protected Persons (including refugee claimants with positive Notice of Decision)\n\n\n\nEnglish Level: CLB Level 4\n\n\n\nAble to commit to a 10-week training and 12-week practicum\n\n\n\nStrong desire to help other women\n\n\n\n\n\nInfo Sessions\n\nRegister for an info SESSION: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQkFSQk00SkVTNFRPVVg2QzJBRFYySlRGRy4u&route=shorturl\n\n\n\nLocation: Hybrid: Virtual & In-Person (TBA)\n\n\n\nApply by January 12\, 2026 \n\nContact Fiorella for more information \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org \n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\n\n\nSee posters for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Womens-Facilitation-Leadership-Training-2026.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/free-training-womens-facilitation-leadership-training/2026-03-03/ LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IWPSP-Training-Picture-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 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\nWhen: \n\nTu – Aug 20\, 2025 \n\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online \n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Dr.Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration please contact: \n\nIngrid Mutter \n\n778-372-6530 Ingrid.mutter@issbc.org \n\n\n\nView Poster 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taxation-.png GEO:49.2610588;-123.065344 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre 2610 Victoria Drive Vancouver BC V6A 2L7 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2610 Victoria Drive:geo:-123.065344,49.2610588 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260203T185205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T190746Z UID:10011644-1772456400-1772463600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Winter In-Person Saturday 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\nWhen: \n\nIn-person Saturday\, February 7 to March 21\, 2026 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:300 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee posters for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Winter-online-inperson-CC.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-saturday-conversation-circle/2026-03-02/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/In-Person-CC-NW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260127T222339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T222802Z UID:10011571-1772456400-1772463600@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\nWhen: \n\nIn-person Fridays\, February 6 to March 20\, 2026 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee posters for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Winter-online-inperson-CC.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-friday-conversation-circle/2026-03-02/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/In-Person-CC-NW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20251204T184642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T184643Z UID:10011126-1772456400-1772463600@issbc.org SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice and Learn English for FREE \n\nEligibility: Permanent Resident Only \n\n\n\n\n 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\nMonday\, February 9 to March 23\, 2026 \n\n6:00 pm to 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nONLINE using Teams meeting \n\nMust register to get the details \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, \n\nelsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Monday-online-CC.pdf\n\nSee poster for details: URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle-2/2026-03-02/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MondayCC-picture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260212T223230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T223231Z UID:10011710-1772456400-1772458200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online DESCRIPTION: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\nWhere : \n\nOnline session via ZOOM \n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility \n\n❑ Permanent Resident \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-14/2026-03-02/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JobQuest_CareerFair_August21_Jobseeker2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260115T191507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191543Z UID:10011407-1772445600-1772452800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Monday Conversation Circle - In Person DESCRIPTION:Are you a Newcomer who would like to: \n\n\n 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! \n\n\nWe are here to support you! \n\nJoin our In-person Mondays Conversation Circle in Maple Ridge! Connect\, communicate\, and grow your confidence in English through fun and friendly conversations. It’s a great way to meet others\, share stories\, and feel part of the community. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568] URL:https://issbc.org/event/monday-conversation-circle-in-person/2026-03-02/ LOCATION:ISSofBC Maple Ridge\, 110-22638 119th Ave\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260130T173004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T173215Z UID:10011597-1772200800-1772204400@issbc.org SUMMARY:New Beginnings DESCRIPTION:Health\, Healing and Well-Being for Newcomers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging series designed to support newcomer families as they build healthy\, thriving lives in their new communities.\n\nDesigned to support newcomer families in raising healthy\, thriving kids. Featuring professional guest speakers and practical tips for family well-being. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Series Includes:\n\n1. Mental Health and Well-Being for Newcomers \n\n– Learn how to care for your mental health and find balance during settlement and transition. \n\n– Understanding Childhood Immunizations \n\n2. Building a Healthy You with healthy nutrition \n\n– Simple nutrition\, hydration\, sleep and movement habits for a balanced live \n\n3. Physical Health & Daily Wellness Nutrition \n\n\n\n– Explore simple and practical ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle in your new environment. \n\n\n\nWhen: Every Friday \n\nFebruary 6 to 27\, 2026 \n\n2:00 PM tp 3:00PM \n\n\n\nWhere: Online and In-person at ISSofBC\n\n#610 6th Street\, New Westminster BC \n\nV3L 3C2 \n\n\n\nFor registration contact:\n\nNesren Nassleh \n\nEmail: nesreen.nassleh@issbc.org \n\nCall at 778-372-5848 \n\n\n\nSee poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/New-Beginnings-February-2026.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/new-beginnings/2026-02-27/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/New-Beginnings-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260203T185205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T190746Z UID:10011643-1772197200-1772204400@issbc.org SUMMARY:Winter In-Person Saturday 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\nWhen: \n\nIn-person Saturday\, February 7 to March 21\, 2026 \n\n10:30 pm to 12:300 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee posters for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Winter-online-inperson-CC.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-saturday-conversation-circle/2026-02-27/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/In-Person-CC-NW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260127T222339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T222802Z UID:10011576-1772197200-1772204400@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\nWhen: \n\nIn-person Fridays\, February 6 to March 20\, 2026 \n\n1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\nNew West Public Library \n\n716 6th Avenue \n\nNew Westminster BC\, V3M 2B3 \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2TVqyx2SGD5Ai-Xx3uKuIzFUNkdTQzJXUjdMRVFRT1I0UjRRNFlXTkw4US4u \n\n\n\nContact: 604.544.1169\, elsie.decena@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee posters for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Winter-online-inperson-CC.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/winter-in-person-friday-conversation-circle/2026-02-27/ CATEGORIES:Settlement,Learn English ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/In-Person-CC-NW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 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! \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nWork permit holders \n\nStudy permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution. \n\nNaturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need culturally appropriate services. \n\nOther immigration statuses: \n\nRefugee claimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Application Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders (until end March 2025). URL:https://issbc.org/event/interview-skills-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-heaven-4/ LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/tips-for-improving-your-job-interview-skills.png ORGANIZER;CN="ISSofBC –%3B Rizwan Chatur":MAILTO:rizwan.chatur@issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260206T210810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T210856Z UID:10011705-1772193600-1772200800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Parenting Workshop Series | Online DESCRIPTION:مجموعه کالس های رایگان فرزند پروری \n\nFarsi/English \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you know how your child’s brain develops and shapes their behavior? \n\nThis 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\nThis online workshop series will be presented in Farsi via Microsoft Teams and will take place on Fridays\, February 13\, 20\, and 27. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ Permanent Resident (PR) \n\n❑ Protected Person\, as defined in S.95 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protect Act (IRPA) \n\nFor Inquiry: Please send and Email to (zohreh.kondori@issbc.org) \n\n\n\n\n\nآیا می‌دانید مغز فرزندتان چگونه رشد می‌کند و رفتار او را شکل می‌دهد؟ \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\nاین مجموعه کارگاه آنلاین به زبان فارسی برگزار می‌شود و در روزهای جمعه ۱۳، ۲۰ و ۲۷ فوریه برگزار خواهد شد. \n\nافراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام در کلاس ها \n\nدارندگان اقامت دایم – \n\nپناهنده ها ی پذیرفته شده – \n\n(zohreh.kondori@issbc.org) جهت کسب اطلاعات بیشتر: لطفاً ایمیل ارسال فرمایید به URL:https://issbc.org/event/parenting-workshop-series-online/2026-02-27/ CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/faceless-kid-walking-with-parents_23-2147779026.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260227T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260115T200306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T200307Z UID:10011520-1772184600-1772190000@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\nWe are here to support you! \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. \n\nEligibility Criteria \n\n❑ 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. \n\nNote: Registration is strictly required due to limited space.  \n\nFor Inquiries: Send an email to [yumiko.king@issbc.org] or call [778-372-6568] URL:https://issbc.org/event/friday-conversation-circle-online-3/2026-02-27/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/yk2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20260219T221838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T232349Z UID:10011766-1772112600-1772116200@issbc.org SUMMARY:Women's Discussion Groups DESCRIPTION:When: Every Thursday from February 26 to March 26\, 2026\, 1:30pm to 2:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Mental health for newcomers: Part 1\n\nThursday – Feb 26\, 2026\n\n\n\nExperiencing Wellbeing for newcomers: Part 2\n\nThursday – March 5\, 2026 \n\n\n\nUnderstanding children and youth mental health: Part 1\n\nThursday – March 12\, 2026\n\n\n\nSupporting children and youth well-being: Part 2\n\nThursday – March 19\, 2026\n\n\n\nClients’ choice health related issues\n\nThursday – March 26\, 2026\n\n\n\nRegistration Link: Click here to register\n\n\n\nHost contact: \n\nMakda O\n\n778 372 6580\n\nmakda.ogbandrias@issbc.org \n\n\n\nPlease see poster for full details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/updated-womens-discussion-group-series-workshop.pdf URL:https://issbc.org/event/womens-discussion-groups/2026-02-26/ CATEGORIES:Settlement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Womens-Discussion-Groups-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T021132 CREATED:20251020T224008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224011Z UID:10008241-1772107200-1772110800@issbc.org SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online DESCRIPTION: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:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian Citizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info session will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sessions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-online/2026-02-26/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom CATEGORIES:Find Work ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/GTL-Info-Session-Media-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR