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SUMMARY:Upcoming Information Session - Health & Wellness - Sep 10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The PICS Settlement Department is organizing an information session on Health & Wellness \nIt will focus on practical ways to maintain health while managing a busy lifestyle. \nEligibility: \nPermanent Resident Card Holders \nRefugees \nSchedule: \nWhen: Thursday\, September 10\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation:  in-person (PICS Head Office (Room 51) 12725 80 Ave. #205\, Surrey\, BC) and online \nEligible clients can call or send an email or scan the QR code to register.  The contact information is provided on the flyer attached.  A Zoom link will be sent after the registration.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/upcoming-information-session-health-wellness-sep-10-2026/
LOCATION:PICS Head Office\, # 205\, 12725 - 80th Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Voices of Belonging: Immigration\, Integration\, and Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Voices of Belonging: Immigration\, Integration\, and Belonging \n– Date: September 24\n– Time: 5pm to 8pm PT \n👉 Register: click here
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/voices-of-belonging-immigration-integration-and-belonging/
LOCATION:Downtown Vancouver
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SUMMARY:Canada’s Respect at Work Forum 2026: From Awareness to Accountability
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme\, WHO PAYS THE PRICE?\, examines the human and organizational cost of workplace bullying\, harassment and retaliation. \nGiven AMSSA’s work supporting immigrant- and newcomer-serving organizations across B.C.\, we believe this conversation may be especially relevant to newcomers navigating unfamiliar workplace systems\, power imbalances\, discrimination and the consequences of speaking up. \nThe Forum is free to attend\, with registration required. \nRegistration: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/canadas-respect-at-work-forum-2026-from-awareness-to-accountability-tickets-1998926384626\n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/canadas-respect-at-work-forum-2026-from-awareness-to-accountability/
LOCATION:CoWorks by Elevate\, 20627 Fraser Highway\, Langley\, BC\, V3A 4G4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Transforming Newcomer Career Pathways
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin SettleNet.org on October 22 as we dive into practical ways to help internationally educated professionals reclaim their careers. Step into the shoes of hiring managers during an eye-opening candidate screening simulation\, unpack insider recruiter strategies on navigating Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, and discover how to leverage LinkedIn to bypass digital gatekeepers. You will also explore actionable pathways into entrepreneurship and practical wellness tools to sustain client resilience throughout the job search. \nWalk away inspired\, connected\, and equipped with practical tools and coaching strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to turn systemic barriers into actionable career solutions! \nClick here to register on Zoom
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/webinar-transforming-newcomer-career-pathways/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business owner or emerging entrepreneur in Metro Vancouver? Or an organization that helps entrepreneurs succeed? Are you doing anything this #SmallBusinessWeek in October? \nJoin us for the 10th annual DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair on Thursday\, October 22\, 2026\, 3–7 pm at the Sheraton Guildford (15269 104 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC.)\n \n\n \nDon’t miss this dynamic event celebrating entrepreneurship in action!\n \nRegister to attend the free event and learn from exhibitors and inspiring speakers\, while connecting with other local entrepreneurs.\nPlus\, shop local goods and services\, enjoy refreshments\, enter to win prizes and more!\n3-5 pm: Tradeshow\, marketplace\, networking\, complimentary refreshments\n5-6 pm:  Welcome speakers and Fireside Chat with Safe Sweat founders \n6-7 pm:  Live Business Pitch Competition\, Dragons’ Den style\n \nLearn more and register at https://www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/diverse-entrepreneurs/diversecity-entrepreneur-and-small-business-fair/\n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/diversecity-entrepreneur-small-business-fair-2/
LOCATION:Sheraton Guildford Hotel\, 15269 104 Avenue\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Rupture & Transformative Repair: Sustaining Ethical Relationships & Collective Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Rupture & Transformative Repair: Sustaining Ethical Relationships & Collective Accountability \n– Date: November 3 & 4\n– Time: 3pm to 6pm PT \n👉 Register: click here
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/rupture-transformative-repair-sustaining-ethical-relationships-collective-accountability/
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SUMMARY:New webinar! 👩🏽‍🎓 Choosing a Mobile Plan in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Getting a phone plan is one of the top priorities for newcomers after arriving in Canada.  We’re hosting a webinar to help people in supporting new arrivals get informed on the best ways to lend a hand.  \nFree Webinar: \nChoosing a Phone Plan in Canada: What Newcomers Need to Know  \nNovember 12\, 2026 | 1 – 2pm EST \nWhat you can expect:  \n\n\nA walkthrough of our new guide to choosing mobile phone plans in Canada  \n\n\nTips to help newcomers avoid overspending and extra charges \n\n\nA presentation from the experts at the Canadian Commission for Complaints for Telecom-television Services (CCTS) on how to support newcomers with complaints against mobile services providers.  \n\n\nClick here to register on eventbrite\, where you can also find a link our new guide: https://r613.info/489AWir \n— \nChoisir un forfait mobile est l’une des premières priorités des nouveaux.elles arrivant.e.s au Canada. \nNous organisons un webinaire pour aider celles et ceux qui les accompagnent à mieux comprendre les options disponibles et à leur offrir un soutien adapté. \nWebinaire gratuit: \nChoisir un forfait de téléphonie mobile au Canada : ce que les nouveaux arrivants doivent savoir  \n12 Novembre | 13:00 – 14:00 HAE \nAu programme : \n\n\nUne présentation de notre nouveau guide pour choisir un forfait mobile au Canada. \n\n\nDes conseils pour aider les nouveaux.elles arrivant.e.s à éviter les dépenses excessives et les frais supplémentaires. \n\n\nUne présentation des expert.e.s de la Commission des plaintes relatives aux services de télécom-télévision (CPRST) sur les façons d’accompagner les nouveaux.elles arrivant.e.s qui souhaitent déposer une plainte contre leur fournisseur de services mobiles. \n\n\nInscrivez-vous sur Eventbrite ! Vous y trouverez également un lien vers notre nouveau guide : https://r613.info/489AWir
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/new-webinar-%f0%9f%91%a9%f0%9f%8f%bd%f0%9f%8e%93-choosing-a-mobile-plan-in-canada/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261116T150000
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SUMMARY:Collective Care\, Solidarity & Justice-Doing: Resisting Burnout
DESCRIPTION:Collective Care\, Solidarity & Justice-Doing: Resisting Burnout \n– Date: November 16 & 17\n– Time: 3pm-6pm PT \n👉 Register: click here
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/collective-care-solidarity-justice-doing-resisting-burnout/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T150000
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SUMMARY:Supervision at the Intersections of Power in Community Work & Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Supervision at the Intersections of Power in Community Work & Therapy \n– Date: November 24 & 25\n– Time: 3pm-6pm PT \n👉 Register: click here
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/supervision-at-the-intersections-of-power-in-community-work-therapy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261201T150000
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UID:49872-1796137200-1796234400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Collaborative Leadership: Creating Cultures of Accountability\, Structuring Safety & Justice-Doing in Community Work
DESCRIPTION:Collaborative Leadership: Creating Cultures of Accountability\, Structuring Safety & Justice-Doing in Community Work \n– Date: December 1 & 2\n– Time: 3pm to 6pm PT \n👉 Register: click here
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/collaborative-leadership-creating-cultures-of-accountability-structuring-safety-justice-doing-in-community-work-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T150000
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SUMMARY:“The Zone of Fabulousness”: A Train the Trainers workshop: Resisting Vicarious Trauma & Burnout with Collective Care\, Solidarity & Justice-Doing |  Vikki Reynolds & Tara Taylor
DESCRIPTION:“The Zone of Fabulousness”: A Train the Trainers workshop: Resisting Vicarious Trauma & Burnout with Collective Care\, Solidarity & Justice-Doing | Vikki Reynolds & Tara Taylor \n– Date: December 8 & 9\n– Time: 3pm – 6pm PT \n👉 Register: click here
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-zone-of-fabulousness-a-train-the-trainers-workshop-resisting-vicarious-trauma-burnout-with-collective-care-solidarity-justice-doing-vikki-reynolds-tara-taylor/
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