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SUMMARY:Basic Financial Literacy Workshops for Permanent Residents
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help newcomers in Greater Vancouver to increase their knowledge\, skills and confidence in money management and take a more active\, empowered role in the economic health of their families. \nSessions include: \nPart 1: Budgeting \n\nthink about money\nSet money goals\nuse a budget\nsample monthly budget\n\nPart 2: Banks and Credit Unions \n\ntypes of accounts\ninterest and service fees\nopening an account\nmanaging your account\n\nWhen: October 23  and 26\, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM\nWhere: ISSofBC Welcome Centre\, 201-2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \nFor more information please contact Dawran Mukamil at 604-684-7498 Ext 1672 or dawran.mukamil@issbc.org\, and view the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/basic-financial-literacy-workshops-for-permanent-residents/
LOCATION:Welcome Centre – ISSofBC\, 2610 Victoria Drive \, Vancouver \, BC\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171021T150000
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SUMMARY:Multicultural Art Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents the Multicultural Art Celebration \nCelebrate diversity in your community with: \n\ncultural live performances\narts and crafts booth\nspices showcase\nimmigration organization booth\nprizes to win and more!\n\nWhen: October 21\, 2017 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM\nWhere: Kitsilano Neighbourhood House\, Community Hall\, 2305 West 7th Aveneu \nContact Kitsilano Neighbourhood House at 604-736-3588\, and click here for the poster.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/multicultural-art-celebration/
LOCATION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood house\, 2305 West 7th \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171021T150000
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UID:9814-1508580000-1508598000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Fair
DESCRIPTION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents its 7th Annual Autumn Fair! \nWhen: October 21\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nWhere: 2305 West 7th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC \nThis is one of our most popular annual events\, bringing people of all ages together to meet their neighbours\, have fun and celebrate the season. The Autumn Fair fills an entire city block with street vendors\, food trucks\, pancake breakfast\, bouncy castle and carnival games\, pumpkin patch\, local musicians\, farmer’s market…and the fun doesn’t stop there! The festivities carry on inside the Kits House where we have live entertainment\, a haunted house\, tea room\, craft market and more! \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/autumn-fair-2/
LOCATION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood house\, 2305 West 7th \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171021T153000
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UID:9812-1508576400-1508599800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:MOSAIC: Immigrant Professionals Conference
DESCRIPTION:Take Control of Your Career — Join MOSAIC on October 21\, 2017! \n\nLearn how to succeed from sector-specific experts\nGet advice from Canadian professionals\nBe inspired by successful immigrants and their stories\nNetwork with other professionals in your field of work\n\nHusband and Wife Keynote Speakers: Manu and Ria Chopra \nManu Chopra will share insights regarding his remarkable journey from being a top international ad agency executive to his current success in Canada writing and producing Hollywood movies!\n\nRia Chopra – owner/operator of a bakery which caters to Vancouver’s television industry – will recount struggles the couple faced starting over in Canada\, along with advice on how to make it work! \nRegister on Eventbrite by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/mosaic-immigrant-professionals-conference/
LOCATION:Hilton Vancouver Metrotownn\, 6083 McKay Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5H 2W7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171019T173500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171019T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T024928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T024928Z
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SUMMARY:Panel: Economic Contributions of Refugees\, Immigrants and Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Oct. 19\nPanel: Economic Contributions of Refugees\, Immigrants\, and Newcomers\nVENUE: UBC Robson Square\nTIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLight dinner offered.\nJoin us for a series of panel presentations that will illustrate the various important contributions that government-assisted refugees\, refugee claimants\, immigrants and other newcomers make to our communities. Students\, faculty members\, employers\, settlement sector representatives\, and community members are all welcome to attend! \nPlease RSVP on EventBrite. \n\n  \nThis event is part of After the Flight: Community-University Refugee & Migration Symposium hosted by AMSSA\, MOSAIC\, ISSofBC\, Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)\, the Vancouver Immigration Partnership\, UBC Community Engagement\, UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs\, UBC International Student Development\, the UBC Graduate Student Migration Network\, and the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office. \nFind more details on symposium events between October 11 – October 19\, 2017 here. \nDisclaimer: Please note that by using this service\, your information will be stored on the Eventbrite server\, which is located outside Canada. If you do not wish to use this service\, please email lindsay.marsh@ubc.ca directly to register. Thank you. \n\n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/panel-economic-contributions-of-refugees-immigrants-and-newcomers/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171018T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171018T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T024806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T024806Z
UID:9809-1508355000-1508362200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening - Constance on the Edge
DESCRIPTION:Film Screening – Constance on the Edge\nVENUE: Pacific Cinematheque theatre\nDATE: October 18\, 2017\nTIME: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm\nJoin us for the Vancouver premier of Constance On the Edge: One family. Two wars. Three countries. What does it take to forge a new life far from home? The film highlights the important role communities play in encouraging a sense of belonging and enabling participation for everyone.  Watch the film and stay for the post film discussion. Buy tickets here. Tickets are also available at the door. \n\nThis event is part of After the Flight: Community-University Refugee & Migration Symposium hosted by AMSSA\, MOSAIC\, ISSofBC\, Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)\, the Vancouver Immigration Partnership\, UBC Community Engagement\, UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs\, UBC International Student Development\, the UBC Graduate Student Migration Network\, and the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office. \nFind more details on symposium events between October 11 – October 19\, 2017 here. \nDisclaimer: Please note that by using this service\, your information will be stored on the Eventbrite server\, which is located outside Canada. If you do not wish to use this service\, please email lindsay.marsh@ubc.ca directly to register. Thank you.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/film-screening-constance-on-the-edge/
LOCATION:Pacific Cinematique Theatre\, 1131 Howe Street\, #200\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 2L7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171018T170000
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UID:9808-1508338800-1508346000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Panel: Community Approaches to Healing Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Oct. 18\nPanel: Community Approaches to Healing Trauma\nVENUE: UBC Robson Square\nTIME:  3:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nLight refreshments offered. \nCommunity can also provide long-term support and healing for refugees who have experienced trauma. Accordingly\, this panel brings together a wide variety of perspectives and practitioners\, and will engage the audience in learning about how different community organizations develop trauma-informed and trauma-sensitive activities and connections to complement the trauma-focused work they may be doing with therapists and in groups. \nThis session is open to students\, faculty\, people who arrived as refugees\, claimants and immigrants\, settlement sector providers\, and anyone interested in community approaches to healing trauma faced by refugees and refugee claimants. \nPlease RSVP on Eventbrite \n\nThis event is part of After the Flight: Community-University Refugee & Migration Symposium hosted by AMSSA\, MOSAIC\, ISSofBC\, Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)\, the Vancouver Immigration Partnership\, UBC Community Engagement\, UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs\, UBC International Student Development\, the UBC Graduate Student Migration Network\, and the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office. \nFind more details on symposium events between October 11 – October 19\, 2017 here. \nDisclaimer: Please note that by using this service\, your information will be stored on the Eventbrite server\, which is located outside Canada. If you do not wish to use this service\, please email lindsay.marsh@ubc.ca directly to register. Thank you. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/panel-community-approaches-to-healing-trauma/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171018T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171018T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T072911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T072911Z
UID:9835-1508326200-1508333400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to TransLink Service - Free Community Workshop in Chinese
DESCRIPTION:Kiwassa Neighbourhood House presents a free community workshop in Chinese: Introduction to TransLink Service  \n\nIntroduction to TransLink Service\nCompass Card & Service\nSafety & Securty\nGetting assistance\n\nDate: October 18\, 2107 from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM\nLocation: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\nSenior Room\, 2nd Floor\, 2425 Oxford Street\, Vancouver\, BC\nContact Teresa at 604-254-5401 Ext. 249 for more information. \nClick here for the poster.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/introduction-to-translink-service-free-community-workshop-in-chinese/
LOCATION:Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\, 2425 Oxford Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T024328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T024328Z
UID:9807-1508261400-1508268600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:A facilitated conversation on "Seeking a New Life in Canada": Media Representations of Refugees\, Asylum Seekers and Forced Migrants
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, Oct. 17\nA Facilitated Conversation on “Seeking a New Life in Canada”: Media Representations of Refugees\, Asylum Seekers and Forced Migrants\nVENUE: Liu Institute Multipurpose Room\, UBC\nTIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nRefreshments offered.\nThis session is open to students\, faculty\, people who arrived as refugees\, claimants and immigrants\, settlement sector providers\, and anyone interested in media representations of newcomers to Canada.\nPlease RSVP on EventBrite. \n\nThis event is part of After the Flight: Community-University Refugee & Migration Symposium hosted by AMSSA\, MOSAIC\, ISSofBC\, Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)\, the Vancouver Immigration Partnership\, UBC Community Engagement\, UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs\, UBC International Student Development\, the UBC Graduate Student Migration Network\, and the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office. \nFind more details on symposium events between October 11 – October 19\, 2017 here. \nDisclaimer: Please note that by using this service\, your information will be stored on the Eventbrite server\, which is located outside Canada. If you do not wish to use this service\, please email lindsay.marsh@ubc.ca directly to register. Thank you. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/a-facilitated-conversation-on-seeking-a-new-life-in-canada-media-representations-of-refugees-asylum-seekers-and-forced-migrants/
LOCATION:Liu Institute for Global Issues\, UBC\, 6476 NW Marine Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171016T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T024136Z
UID:9804-1508175000-1508182200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Panel: How are we doing? Refugee Private Sponsorship in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, Oct. 16\nPanel: How are we doing? Refugee Private Sponsorship in Canada\nVENUE: Global Lounge\, UBC\nTIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLight dinner offered. \nPanelists will talk about the current private sponsorship program\, the work of the Sponsorship Agreement Holder Council\, Canadian Council for Refugees and the international attention that the program is receiving. The panel will also highlight the WUSC program to sponsor refugee students and the Journey Home Community Association’s program to sponsor refugee claimants. \nThis session is open to students\, faculty\, volunteers\, people who arrived as refugees\, claimants and immigrants\, settlement sector providers\, and anyone interested in the private sponsorship of refugees.\nPlease RSVP on EventBrite. \n\nThis event is part of After the Flight: Community-University Refugee & Migration Symposium hosted by AMSSA\, MOSAIC\, ISSofBC\, Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)\, the Vancouver Immigration Partnership\, UBC Community Engagement\, UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs\, UBC International Student Development\, the UBC Graduate Student Migration Network\, and the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office. \nFind more details on symposium events between October 11 – October 19\, 2017 here. \nDisclaimer: Please note that by using this service\, your information will be stored on the Eventbrite server\, which is located outside Canada. If you do not wish to use this service\, please email lindsay.marsh@ubc.ca directly to register. Thank you.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/9804/
LOCATION:Simon KY Lee Global Lounge\, UBC\, 2205 Lower Mall\, Building 1\, Vancouver\, BC\, BC\, V6T 1Z4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T065222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T072352Z
UID:9833-1508072400-1508079600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Depression Part 2
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC’s Settlement Program in collaboration with St. Mary’s Migrant Ministry presents “Understanding Depression Part 2” \nJoin ISSofBC in a Free interactive discussion and learn about: \n\nsigns and possible causes of depression – a review\nways to prevent depression\nhow to deal with stress and low mood\nhow to manage or work with depression\nresources available\n\nWhen: Sunday\, October 15\, 2017 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM\nWhere: Seminar Room\, School Gym St. Mary’s Parish\, 5239 Joyce Street Vancouver\, BC V5$ 4G8\nSpeaker: Francois Botha\, PhD\, Registered Psychologist \nTo register or to get more information\, please contact Lenn Castro at stmarysmigrant@gmail.com or Resochita Arma at resochita.arma@issbc.org or 604-684-7498 ext. 1666. \nTo view the poster\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/understanding-depression-part-2/
LOCATION:Seminar Room\, School Gym\, St. Mary’s Parish\, 5239 Joyce Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5R 4G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171014T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171014T164500
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T064632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T064632Z
UID:9831-1507977000-1507999500@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Speaking & Listening to Connect: An Introduction to Compassionate Communication
DESCRIPTION:The Muslim Food Bank Community Services and ASPIRE presents a one-day workshop: Speaking and Listening to Connect: An Introduction to Compassionate Communication \nWhen: Saturday\, October 14\, 2017\, 10:30 am – 4:45 pm\nWhere: Room 401\, Surrey City Centre Library\nFee: Pay what you can\, suggest general admission is $50.00\nFor Muslim Food Bank Volunteers\, seniors and students $25.00 (smaller and larger amounts welcome) \nIn this fun and lively workshop\, participants will learn the basics of compassion communication. You will learn how to listen and speak with intention to ourselves and others\, so we can understand\, be understood\, and connect to each other. \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/speaking-listening-to-connect-an-introduction-to-compassionate-communication/
LOCATION:City Centre Library\, 10350 University Drive\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Food Bank and Community Services":MAILTO:contact@muslimfoodbank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171014T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170930T000843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170930T000843Z
UID:9769-1507975200-1507993200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Food and Health Fair (VIRCS)
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society presents the Multicultural Food and Health Fair \nWhen: Saturday\, October 14\, 2017 from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nWhere: CDI College\, 950 Kings Road\, Victoria\, BC\nWhat: 30 exhibitors\, cultural performances\, free food samples\, interactive food and health displays\, children’s zone\, door prizes\, silent auction\, draws and more! \nCall VIRCS for more information: 250-361-9433 ext. 209
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/multicultural-food-and-health-fair-vircs/
LOCATION:CDI College\, 950 Kings Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171012T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171012T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T023814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T025031Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Responsible Research with the Settlement Sector
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Oct. 12\nWorkshop: Responsible Research with the Settlement Sector\nVENUE: ISSofBC Welcome Centre\nTIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLight dinner offered.\nStudents\, researchers\, and faculty\, join us for a workshop and dialogue sessions with UBC researchers and immigrant/refugee settlement sector representatives that will showcase responsible\, community engaged research practices. This session will examine the benefits and challenges of community-university research collaborations and share recent examples of successful collaborations from both academic and community perspectives. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in practical discussions about how to engage the settlement sector in research initiatives. \nThis session is designed especially for graduate students\, researchers\, and faculty with experience in this area to engage in dialogue.\nPlease RSVP on EventBrite. \n\n  \nThis event is part of After the Flight: Community-University Refugee & Migration Symposium hosted by AMSSA\, MOSAIC\, ISSofBC\, Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)\, the Vancouver Immigration Partnership\, UBC Community Engagement\, UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs\, UBC International Student Development\, the UBC Graduate Student Migration Network\, and the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office. \nFind more details on symposium events between October 11 – October 19\, 2017 here. \nDisclaimer: Please note that by using this service\, your information will be stored on the Eventbrite server\, which is located outside Canada. If you do not wish to use this service\, please email lindsay.marsh@ubc.ca directly to register. Thank you.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/workshop-responsible-research-with-the-settlement-sector/
LOCATION:Welcome Centre – ISSofBC\, 2610 Victoria Drive \, Vancouver \, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170930T001201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170930T001201Z
UID:9772-1507802400-1507820400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Connect to the Future: Careers in BC Cleantech
DESCRIPTION:Cleantech needs engineering\, IT and technical professionals for jobs that\noften have above-average salaries. The industry also needs entrepreneurs.\nYour expertise and skills may be what BC cleantech requires.\nJoin this free conference to learn more from cleantech CEOs and\nstart-up experts. Gain insight into an industry leveraging renewable\nmaterials and energy\, decreasing natural resources use\, and reducing\nemissions and waste.\nSeats are limited; register in advance to secure yours. \nWHERE: Alice MacKay Room\, Vancouver Public Library\n350 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver \nWHEN: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 9:00 a.m.)\nThursday\, Oct. 12\, 2017 \nREGISTER: Visit bit.ly/careersincleantech \nParticipating employers include: • Acuva Technologies • Awesense Wireless • Axine Water Technologies • BC Public Service Agency • ChopValue Manufacturing • Delta-Q Technologies • Ecotagious • Evok Innovations • Loop Energy • Pangaea Ventures
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/connect-to-the-future-careers-in-bc-cleantech/
LOCATION:Alice MacKay Room\, Vancouver Public Library\, 350 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171011T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20171007T023651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T023651Z
UID:9801-1507743000-1507750200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Career Exploration Evening: Careers in the Settlement Sector
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Oct. 11\nCareer Exploration Evening: Careers in the Settlement Sector\nVENUE: Global Lounge\, UBC\nTIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLight dinner offered. \nStudents\, are you looking to make an impact in the lives of refugees and immigrants? Join us to explore career and volunteer opportunities in the settlement sector and gain advice from early career professionals! \nThis networking event connects current students interested in building a career supporting refugees and other newcomers with early-career professionals in the settlement sector to learn about their own paths\, successes and advice. Professionals from AMSSA\, ISSofBC\, MOSAIC\, PIRS\, WUSC\, SUCCESS\, and others will be participating. This session is designed especially for early career professionals in the settlement sector and students. \nUBC students\, please register for this event using CareersOnline. Other students\, please RSVP directly with Sarah Cameron\, International Transition Advisor\, at sarah.cameron@ubc.ca \nLearn more by clicking here. \n\n  \nThis event is part of After the Flight: Community-University Refugee & Migration Symposium hosted by AMSSA\, MOSAIC\, ISSofBC\, Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)\, the Vancouver Immigration Partnership\, UBC Community Engagement\, UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs\, UBC International Student Development\, the UBC Graduate Student Migration Network\, and the UBC Equity and Inclusion Office. \nFind more details on symposium events between October 11th – October 19th here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/career-exploration-evening-careers-in-the-settlement-sector/
LOCATION:Simon KY Lee Global Lounge\, UBC\, 2205 Lower Mall\, Building 1\, Vancouver\, BC\, BC\, V6T 1Z4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20171005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20171005T233000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170930T000317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170930T000326Z
UID:9768-1507197600-1507246200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Introduction to the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program Webinar \nCareer Paths for Skilled Immigrants is a new program that launched in early 2017 to replace the Skills Connect program. Come and learn from Ministry staff and Career Path’s service providers how this program can help the skilled immigrants you serve so that you can make an informed referral. Career Paths offers customized career counselling\, training supports and occupation specific language training* for skilled immigrant job seekers for up to 22 months. \n* OSLT is for select occupations \nEvent Details: \nWhen: Thursday\, October 5\, 2017 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (PDT)\nRegistration: Click here to register \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/webinar-introduction-to-the-career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-program/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170924T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170811T212808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170811T212808Z
UID:9417-1506245400-1506258000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Walk for Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:Walk for Reconciliation\nJoin the 2017 Walk for Reconciliation in Vancouver! The Walk for Reconciliation is a positive movement to build better relationships among Indigenous peoples and all Canadians. This bold vision calls on everyone of all ages\, all backgrounds\, all cultures and all faiths to come together as communities and as individuals. \nNow is the time to transform and renew relationships among Indigenous peoples and all Canadians. The act of walking and sharing our stories joins us in a commitment to create a new way forward for reconciliation. \nJoin and support the spirit of ‘Namwayut – We are all one. \nTogether\, let’s walk for reconciliation on September 24\, 2017 \nSunday\, September 24th\n9:30am – Marshalling at Queen Elizabeth outdoor plaza\n10:15am – Walk begins \nLearn more and register by clicking here. \nReconciliation Expo\nGather at Strathcona Park for a series of Indigenous and multi-cultural performances and a keynote speech.\nOpens at 11:00am.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/walk-for-reconciliation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170922T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170731T231734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170919T001007Z
UID:9354-1506094200-1506106800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA's Annual General Meeting & 40th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AMSSA’s 40th Annual General Meeting! \nEvent Details: \n\nWhere: Room MP4\, Creekside Community Centre\, 1 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\, BC\nWhen: Friday\, September 22\, 2017 from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm\n\nRegistration: \nPlease RSVP by September 18. Contact us at communications@amssa.org. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nIndigenous Welcome\nSpecial screening of the AMSSA’s 40th Anniversary video\n2017 Diversity Awards sponsored by Eclipse Awards\nAppetizers and beverages by the Friendship Catering Service\nPhotobooth by Imagecube\n\nEvent Sponsors: \n\nEclipse Awards\nDaniel’s Chocolates\nBakery Sate\n\nMore details to come soon
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssas-annual-general-meeting-40th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Creekside Community Recreation Centre\, 1 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170921T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170901T233309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T233309Z
UID:9563-1505973600-1506103200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:In-TAC 3rd Virtual Career Expo
DESCRIPTION:In-TAC 3rd Virtual Career Expo is an initiative of International Talent Acquisition Centre (In-TAC)\, the employment services division of the Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre (OCCSC). In-TAC Pre-Arrival Services for new immigrants is a national program managed by In-TAC\, in partnership with Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)\, Immigrant Services Calgary (ISC) and Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre (OCCSC). The program is funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). \nThe Virtual Career Expo is open to all job seekers legally eligible to work in Canada\, including permanent residents\, refugees\, pre-arrival immigrants to Canada\, work permit holders\, and Canadian citizens. Job seekers are encouraged to pre-register for this free online event at https://www.in-tac-expo.com. Registration will be open until September 20\, 2017.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/in-tac-3rd-virtual-career-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170901T213337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T213428Z
UID:9547-1505901600-1505905200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:BC JobConnect - Giving Newcomers a Career Head Start
DESCRIPTION:Join IEC-BC’s webinar: BC JobConnect – Giving Newcomers a Career Head Start \nBC JobConnect is a customized\, free online talent tool created to connect job-ready newcomers in BC to employers. It provides a platform for newcomer job seekers to showcase their skills\, education and work experience to find employment\, while assisting employers to address their workforce needs. While many employers are experiencing labour shortages and recognize the skills that Canadian newcomers can bring to their company\, they often don’t know how to connect with these newcomers. Employers registered on BC JobConnect have access to a growing database of job-ready newcomer candidates\, who have uploaded their profiles into the database. \nDuring this webinar\, participants will learn about the benefits of the new tool and will get a walk through of its main features\, from both \nEvent Details: \nDate: Wednesday\, September 20\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 AM—11:00 AM PDT \nClick here to register! Please register by September 18\, 2017 \nThis webinar is in partnership with AMSSA. \nSpeaker Biography: \nFIONAN GRIFFIN is the Project Coordinator for BC JobConnect\, having been instrumental in the tool’s growth and expansion from BC Refugees JobConnect. He has a background coordinating within the construction\, banking and hospitality sectors. His expertise and skills lend to the managing of day-to-day business functions\, increasing the companies’ online presence and administrating projects. Fionan has a passion for the non-profit sector and has a joint bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Administration from the Institute of Technology Tallaght\, Ireland\, and Arnhem School of Business\, Netherlands.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/bc-jobconnect-giving-newcomers-a-career-head-start/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170905T170320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T170722Z
UID:9564-1505653200-1505660400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Co-operative Housing
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC in Collaboration with St. Mary’s Migrant Ministry presents “Co-operative Housing”. \nDate & Time: September 17\, 2017\, 1pm-3pm \nLocation: Seminar Room\, School Gym\, St. Mary’s Parish\n5239 Joyce Street\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 4G8 \nJoin in a free interactive discussion about:\n• What is a Housing Co-op? How does it differ from other housing options?\n• What are the advantages of Co-op Housing?\n• Who is eligible to apply?\n• How does one apply – forms\, documents\, processing time\, etc.? \nSpeaker: Fiona Jackson\, Member Engagement and Communications Director Co-operative Housing Federation of BC \nTo register or to get more information\, please contact:\nLenn Castro at stmarysmigrant@gmail.com\nResochita Arma at resochita.arma@issbc.org or 604-684-7498 ext. 1666
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/co-operative-housing/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Parish\, 5239 Joyce Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5R 4G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170916T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170901T232525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T232632Z
UID:9559-1505575800-1505590200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Authentic Chilean Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for a workshop on Authentic Chilean Cuisine. \nDate & Time: September 16\, 2017\, 3:30pm to 7:30pm \nLocation: 800 E Broadway\, Vancouver \nTickets: $5 adults and youth\n$2.5 (children 5 – 12 yrs.) \nCome and learn practical skills to prepare a traditional Chilean meal. Enjoy making new friends and connecting with neighbours\, share about Canadian life and culture.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/9559/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Lamin Kassama":MAILTO:LKassama@mpnh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170818T202624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T202624Z
UID:9457-1505415600-1505415600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Acting Against Racism: Strategies for Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:North Shore Multicultural Society presents Acting Against Racism: Strategies for Moving Forward \nDate & Time: September 14\, 2017\, 7pm-9pm \nLocation: Kay Meek Centre\, 1700 Mathers Avenue\, West Vancouver \nHave recent national and international events made you feel uncertain or helpless about what you can do to prevent racist or discriminatory behaviour on the North Shore? \nRacism is not new and neither is Islamophobia\, but police-reported hate crimes have recently increased in Canada\, leaving many of us wondering how we can avoid being victims or bystanders. \nNSMS will be joined by keynote speakers: Sunera Thobani and Handel Kashope Wright \nA panel discussion will be moderated by Margaret Gallagher. \nJoin NSMS and continue the momentum of resiliency and hope as active participants who see building an inclusive North Shore as a top priority. \nThe event is free but RSVP is required: RSVP online at http://actingagainstracism.brownpapertickets.com or call 604-973-0457 \nEvent website: http://nsiip.ca/acting-against-racism/ \nEvent Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/247255045775277 \nOrganized and Managed by: North Shore Immigrant Inclusion Partnership and North Shore Multicultural Society \nVenue Partner: Kay Meek Centre \nWe thank our Sponsors: Capilano University\, Vancity\, Back in Motion\, Mulgrave School\, SIETAR\, and North Shore News
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/acting-against-racism-strategies-for-moving-forward/
LOCATION:Kay MeekCentre\, 1700 Mathers Avenue\, West Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170913T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170901T213903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T213937Z
UID:9548-1505296800-1505302200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Supporting Clients with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Building on the information shared in the January 2016 Migration Matters Supporting Newcomers with Disabilities edition and responding to the need for more resources for newcomers with disabilities\, this 90-minute webinar will explore barriers to accessing settlement services for newcomers with disabilities and how providers can improve accessibility to assist clients’ integration into communities. \nThis webinar will focus on \n\nphysical disabilities (dexterity\, mobility\, seeing\, hearing\, etc.)\naccessibility and inclusion (including inclusive language)\nthe Canadian context of disability awareness\ncase studies and available resources for settlement and language providers\n\nThis webinar is designed to equip managers\, instructors of LINC and frontline staff with information on how to support clients with disabilities and how to provide them with referrals to other supporting organizations. \nEvent details: \nDate: Wednesday\, September 13\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 am (PDT) \nClick here to register! Please register by September 12\, 2017 \nSpeakers: \nKaren Williams\, Manager of Accessibility Initiatives\,\nSocial Policy and Research Council of British Columbia (SPARC BC) \nSam Turcott\, Program Director\,\nDisability Alliance BC
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-supporting-clients-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170905T200614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T201032Z
UID:9573-1504951200-1504969200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Guided Capilano Hike!
DESCRIPTION:Join YMCA for a fun day out led by energetic and knowledgeable guide Erik Graff! \nGet fit while learning about the local history and environment\nVisit the salmon hatchery\nConnect with new people in this beautiful surrounding in North Vancouver \nFor Permanent Residents only. FREE but you must register. \nEvent details: \nWhen: Saturday\, September 9 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nMeet at: Robert Lee YMCA\, main lobby level\nRegistration: www.eventbrite.ca or 604.673.6197
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/guided-capilano-hike/
LOCATION:Robert Lee YMCA\, 955 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170818T202359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T202359Z
UID:9455-1503907200-1503939600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:NSMS - Retail Connections for Immigrant Youth
DESCRIPTION:North Shore Multicultural Society presents Retail Connections an Immigrant youth retail employment Program. \nJoin the program! The program offers: \n\n4 days of daily group-training sessions including:\n\nRetail specific trainings\nJob search skills and education coaching\nEmployment connections\n\n\nIndustry recognized short term training certificates:\n\nWorld Host Customer Service\nFood Safe Level 1\nEmergency First Aid\n\n\n8 weeks of one-to-one coaching and job-search support\n\nLocation: YWCA WorkBC Employment Services Centre\, 980 West 1st Street #106\, North Vancouver\, BC V7P 3N4 \nStart Date: August 28 – September 22\, 2017 \nFor the poster and criteria\, click here. \nFor more information and to register\, please contact: Katrina Geronimo & Srishti Arya: retailconnections@nsms.ca or telephone #: 778-927-2931
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/nsms-retail-connections-for-immigrant-youth/
LOCATION:YWCA WorkBC\, Employment Services Centre\, 106\, 980 West 1st Street\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7P 3N4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170731T231612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T231612Z
UID:9353-1503752400-1503759600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Resume and Cover Letter Writing - Free Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join MOSAIC for their free workshop on resume and cover letter writing. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nTips in writing a resume and cover letter\nLearn the basic principles of resumes and cover letters\n\nWhen: August 26\, 2017 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nWhere: MOSAIC\, 5902 Kingsway\, Burnaby\nEligible clients include: Temporary Foreign Workers\, Caregivers\, Permanent Residents\, Citizens and International Students \nFor registration\, please contact Rey at 604-438-8214 or rblasco@mosaicbc.org \n*Please bring your SIN or Unique Client ID to complete registration
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/resume-and-cover-letter-writing-free-workshop/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Burnaby\, 5902 Kingway \, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170822T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170811T212431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170811T212431Z
UID:9416-1503396000-1503405000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:A New Life in Canada: Safe Driving in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Join the Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society for a workshop on Safe Driving in Canada! \nEvent Details: \nDate: Tuesday\, August 22nd 2017\nTime: 10 am- 12:30 pm \nLocation: PICS Surrey Headquarters\nAddress: #205-12725-80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC \nPICS will be having guest speakers from ICBC and the Surrey RCMP to talk about topics related to general traffic regulations in Canada\, the types of vehicle insurance\, how to avoid heavy fines in case of an accident and what you should do in case of an accident or dispute a traffic ticket\, permanent license requirements\, and how to object if the request is denied\, that in addition to many other related topics. They will be available to answer any inquiries or concerns you may have.\nThis is a free event\, please contact Tamam Hasan at 604-596-7722 ext. 133 to register. \nRefreshments will be provided.\nFree daycare is available during the workshop.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/a-new-life-in-canada-safe-driving-in-canada/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084114
CREATED:20170731T230221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T230221Z
UID:9351-1503136800-1503158400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Citizenship Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Join MOSAIC for a 1-day workshop to prepare for Canadian citizenship. The session will be facilitated by MOSAIC staff.  MOSAIC will discuss topics such as Canada’s history\, symbols\, government and geography\, as well as the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. \nFree service. Registration required. \nEvent details: \nWhen: Saturday\, August 9 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\nLanguages: In English with Chinese support\nRegistration: echan@mosaicbc.org or 604-438-8214 ext. 209 \n*Please have PR number ready when registering and please bring pens\, paper and the Discover Canada book (if possible).
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/citizenship-preparation/
LOCATION:Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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