We invite Settlement-organization management and those in leadership roles to join us for this webinar introducing the new BCSIS E-learning workshop on Refugee Mental Health. The workshop has been developed in the form of an e-learning module for front-line Settlement staff who work with Refugees. The webinar provides an concise overview of the workshop content. All refugees are survivors of trauma to some extent, and Refugee Mental Health is complex, because the refugee experience is characterized by danger, loss, and…

Join PIRS for an evening of migrant stories.

AMSSA, with the Immigrant Integration Coordinating Committee (IICC), undertook a Provincial Engagement Strategy project with the objective to: Identify key gaps in services and/or policies between what is currently being supported by the federal government of Canada and the provincial government of BC, with the actual needs of newcomers to BC. Identify what strategies have been successful in providing support to newcomers in BC. Use the gaps and best practices identified to formulate specific recommendations on how the provincial government of…

Join us at our 41st Annual General Meeting! Event Details: When: Friday, September 28, 2018  from 3:30 - 7:00 PM; Registration begins at 3:30 PM Where: Creekside Community Recreation Centre, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC Highlights include: Presentation of the 2018 AMSSA Diversity Awards Networking dinner catered by Tayybeh: A celebration of Syrian Cuisine Entertainment Registration/RSVP required. Please register by September 12, 2018. RSVP by clicking here. Have questions? contact us at communications@amssa.org.

Innovate yourself! Strategies for the new world of work. Discover how to re-brand yourself for success. Be inspired by new approaches to advance your career. Learn strategies and skills to succeed in the fast-changing work environment. Get practical advice from Canadian professionals Network with other professionals in your field of work. Free registration for MOSAIC clients and a discounted rate of $10.00 for newcomers! When: September 29, 2018 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Where: Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, 6083 McKay Avenue,…

The Muslim Food Bank and Community Services Society proudly presents Hope Film Festival Event Details: September 29, 2018 from 2:00 PM - 5:00PM  SFU Surrey, Westminster Savings Theatre

Applying for Citizenship but don’t know where to start? Attend this FREE class to help you prepare for the knowledge test! Wednesdays: 6:00-9:00pm October 3rd—November 28th 2420 Montrose Avenue Old Courthouse Building: Room 300C Please register with Elise Marier: 604-866-5970 or Elise.Marier@AbbotsfordCommunityServices.com

Join ISSofBC's Settlement Program in collaboration with St. Mary's Migrant Ministry for the Anti-Bullying Workshop. Details: When: Sunday, September 9, 2018 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 Pm Where: Seminar Room, School Gym St. Mary's Parish, 5239 Joyce St., Vancouver, BC V5R 4G8 (Close to Joyce Skytrain Station) Join us in a free interactive discussion and learn about: What is bullying? What are the manifestations of bullying? What is its impact on the victim/s and the community, as a whole? What…