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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
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SUMMARY:Our Story: a World Refugee Day webinar
DESCRIPTION:Our Story_flyer\nJumpstart Refugee Talent is putting together the first nation-wide refuge-led webinar of its kind in Canada\, with refugees from across the country sharing their stories about their economical inclusion in Canadian society. \nSpecial guests will join the conversation with refugees to explore how Canadians can take action to advance the economic inclusion of refugees. \nEvent Details \nDate: Friday\, June 19\, 2020\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm MDT\n10:00 am – 11:30 am PDT \nLocation: Webinar hosted on Zoom \nPlease register Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/our-story-a-world-refugee-day-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200625T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
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UID:16855-1593090000-1593097200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Vancouver North East WorkBC Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC-Hiring Event-2020-06-25\nVancouver North East WorkBC is pleased to host a virtual job fair with leading companies: Raymond James and RBC. Get an exclusive chance to learn about the companies and  participate in group introductions and Q&A \nWHEN: Thursday\, June 25\, 2020 at 1pm – 3pm\nWHERE: Virtual – Zoom Link/Phone number will be provided to those registered \nRegister for the event via the zoom link below. \nhttps://mosaicbc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrduqorzIiGNVFkj6C6lBeqN6jTDa-AqUB
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/vancouver-north-east-workbc-virtual-job-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200704T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224244Z
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SUMMARY:Food Hamper Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Muslim Food Bank and Community Services is organizing a Food Hamper Distribution event. \nWhen: July 4\, 2020 from 6:45 am to 10 am\nWhere: 104 – 12941 115A Avenue\, Surrey\, BC V3R 0E2
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/food-hamper-distribution/
ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Food Bank and Community Services":MAILTO:contact@muslimfoodbank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200706T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224241Z
UID:16858-1594029600-1594038600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Becoming a White Antiracist: Virtual Talk with Dr. Ismaël Traoré
DESCRIPTION:Developing an antiracism perspective and practice is not an ordinary or definite outcome of living in a multicultural and multiracial society. It is an intentional and proactive process\, which develops in fits and starts\, and requires steadfast commitment. In this virtual talk\, Dr. Traoré will discuss the common stages involved in developing a white identity\, and the process\, challenges\, and breakthroughs in learning to be a white antiracist.\nThe focus of this event is not on racialized people’s experience with racism\, but on ‘whiteness’. While some participants may find this approach unlike conventional views and even challenging\, attendees are asked to keep an open mind and help create an atmosphere of intellectual curiosity\, exploration\, mutual respect\, and self-reflection. \nThis event is suitable for people who already accept the following truths:\na) racism exits\nb) it manifests in different ways\nc) its existence is independent of hate\nd) we live in a racialized society\, and\ne) we all are shaped and impacted by it in different ways \nDate: Monday July 6\, 2020\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm (PST)\nLocation: Online | You will receive the web link in an email from AMSSA Events  after registering. \nPlease Register HERE. \nThe deadline for registration for this event is Friday July 3rd\, 2020
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/becoming-a-white-antiracist-virtual-talk-with-dr-ismael-traore/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224242Z
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UID:16859-1594202400-1594209600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Tenants Rights Workshop During COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Housingworkshop_Amal\nBurnaby Neighbourhood House is organizing a free workshop for newcomers by TRAC. The session will cover: \n\nRent increases (Rent Freeze)\nEviction Moratorium in effect for non payment of rent ONLY\nAll other eviction allowed as of July 2\nAccess to common areas\nAccess to common areas\nDirectors order: Emails not allowed anymore\nUpdate information on Government issues\n\nDate: Wednesday\, July 8th\, 2002.\nTime: 10 am- 12 pm Via Zoom. \nREGISTRATION IN ADVANCE REQUIRED Priority will go to PR holders\nFor registration\, please contact Amal Ballu at amalb@burnabynh.ca\nSession is in English LINC Level 5
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/tenants-rights-workshop-during-covid-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224245Z
UID:16865-1594299600-1594306800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:WorkBC Virtual Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC-Hiring Event-2020-07-09\nWorkBC Vancouver North East is pleased to host a online job fair with Alliance Maintenance and Express Employment Pros Vancouver.\nGet an exclusive chance to learn about Alliance Maintenance and Express Employment Professionals and participate in group introductions and Q&A \nDate: July 9\, 2020\nTime 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM PDT \nLocation: Online Event ( zoom) \nTo register go to: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-job-fair-alliance-maintenance-and-express-employment-vancouver-registration-109717072718
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/workbc-virtual-hiring-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224242Z
UID:16861-1594459800-1594463400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Property Ownership – Rights and Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:Property Ownership – Rights and Responsibilities (Mandarin) 20200711-converted\nBurnaby Neighbourhood House is organizing a free workshop in Mandarin.  \nDates: Saturday July 11\, 2020\nTime: 9:30-10:30 am\nVenue: ZOOM (Invitation link will be sent after registration)\nGuest Speaker: Ted Chen\, PREC* \nREGISTRATION IN ADVANCE REQUIRED \nRegistration please contact:\nPhone: 236-877-2616\nEmail: nancyz@burnabynh.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/property-ownership-rights-and-responsibilities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200711T120000
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UID:16860-1594465200-1594468800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Mortgage for Newcomers to Canada
DESCRIPTION:Mortgage for Newcomers to Canada (Mandarin) 20200711-converted\nBurnaby Neighbourhood House is organizing a free workshop in Mandarin.  \nDates: Saturday July 11\, 2020\nTime: 11:00 am-12:00 pm\nVenue: ZOOM (Invitation link will be sent after registration)\nGuest Speaker: Kenny Sun\, Mortgage Specialist \nREGISTRATION IN ADVANCE REQUIRED \nRegistration please contact:\nPhone: 236-877-2616\nEmail: nancyz@burnabynh.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/mortgage-for-newcomers-to-canada/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200718T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200718T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224244Z
UID:16864-1595054700-1595066400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Food Hamper Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Muslim Food Bank and Community Services is organizing a Food Hamper Distribution event. \nWhen: July 18\, 2020 from 6:45 am to 10 am\nWhere: 104 – 12941 115A Avenue\, Surrey\, BC V3R 0E2
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/food-hamper-distribution-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Food Bank and Community Services":MAILTO:contact@muslimfoodbank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200719T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224242Z
UID:16862-1595170800-1595174400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:How to Sponsor Your Spouse\, Partner or Child
DESCRIPTION:Sponsor Your Spouse\, Partner or Child (Mandarin) 20200719-converted\nBurnaby Neighbourhood House is organizing a free workshop in Mandarin.  \nDates: Sunday July 19th\, 2020\nTime: 3:00-4:00 pm\nVenue: ZOOM (Invitation link will be sent after registration)\nGuest Speaker: Sandy Lian\, ICRC \nREGISTRATION IN ADVANCE REQUIRED \nRegistration please contact:\nPhone: 236-877-2616\nEmail: nancyz@burnabynh.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/how-to-sponsor-your-spouse-partner-or-child/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200826T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200826T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224245Z
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UID:16866-1598448600-1598455800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Intercultural Communication- Creating Safer Spaces for Migrant Workers
DESCRIPTION:Intercultural Communication: Creating Safer Spaces for Migrant Workers\nCultural diversity introduces another layer of complexity for migrant workers adapting to life in Canada. Linguistic and  cultural misunderstandings can occur very often between employers\, service providers and migrant workers. For this reason\, introducing an intercultural approach at work or as an organization contributes to facilitating communication and understanding. \nThis webinar offers direction on intercultural communication as well as strategies to create culturally safe spaces for migrant workers.  \nWebinar:  Intercultural Communication: Creating safer spaces for migrant workers\nDate: Wednesday\, August 26\, 2020\nTime: 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm (PDT)\nLocation: Online | You will receive the web link via email after registering
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/webinar-intercultural-communication-creating-safer-spaces-for-migrant-workers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224245Z
UID:16867-1600167600-1600171200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is partnering with PeaceGeeks who is delivering the Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series which will be offered in multiple languages and tailored to specific regions in BC. The online demos are available in English\, Arabic\, French\, Korean\, Mandarin\, Punjabi\, and Tagalog\, with examples tailored to regional specificity.\nWhen: Sep 15 (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)\nEnglish – Poster\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/arrival-advisor-multilingual-online-demo-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224247Z
UID:16868-1600178400-1600182000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series - Punjabi
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is partnering with PeaceGeeks who is delivering the Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series which will be offered in multiple languages and tailored to specific regions in BC. The online demos are available in English\, Arabic\, French\, Korean\, Mandarin\, Punjabi\, and Tagalog\, with examples tailored to regional specificity.\nWhen: Sep 15 (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)\nPoster\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/arrival-advisor-multilingual-online-demo-series-punjabi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224248Z
UID:16869-1600254000-1600257600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series - Arabic
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is partnering with PeaceGeeks who is delivering the Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series which will be offered in multiple languages and tailored to specific regions in BC. The online demos are available in English\, Arabic\, French\, Korean\, Mandarin\, Punjabi\, and Tagalog\, with examples tailored to regional specificity.\nWhen: Sep 16 (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)\nPoster\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/arrival-advisor-multilingual-online-demo-series-arabic/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224248Z
UID:16870-1600264800-1600268400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series - French
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is partnering with PeaceGeeks who is delivering the Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series which will be offered in multiple languages and tailored to specific regions in BC. The online demos are available in English\, Arabic\, French\, Korean\, Mandarin\, Punjabi\, and Tagalog\, with examples tailored to regional specificity.\nWhen: Sep 16 (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)\nPoster\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/arrival-advisor-multilingual-online-demo-series-french/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224248Z
UID:16871-1600340400-1600344000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series - Mandarin
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is partnering with PeaceGeeks who is delivering the Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series which will be offered in multiple languages and tailored to specific regions in BC. The online demos are available in English\, Arabic\, French\, Korean\, Mandarin\, Punjabi\, and Tagalog\, with examples tailored to regional specificity.\nWhen: Sep 17 (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)\nPoster\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/arrival-advisor-multilingual-online-demo-series-mandarin/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224249Z
UID:16872-1600351200-1600354800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series - Korean
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is partnering with PeaceGeeks who is delivering the Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series which will be offered in multiple languages and tailored to specific regions in BC. The online demos are available in English\, Arabic\, French\, Korean\, Mandarin\, Punjabi\, and Tagalog\, with examples tailored to regional specificity.\nWhen: Sep 17 (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)\nPoster\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/arrival-advisor-multilingual-online-demo-series-korean/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224255Z
UID:16873-1600426800-1600430400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series - Tagalog
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is partnering with PeaceGeeks who is delivering the Arrival Advisor Multilingual Online Demo Series which will be offered in multiple languages and tailored to specific regions in BC. The online demos are available in English\, Arabic\, French\, Korean\, Mandarin\, Punjabi\, and Tagalog\, with examples tailored to regional specificity.\nWhen: Sep 18 (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)\nPoster\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/arrival-advisor-multilingual-online-demo-series-tagalog/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T224255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224255Z
UID:16874-1600876800-1600882200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Career Readiness workshop for refugees in BC
DESCRIPTION:Skill Building Workshop for Refugees\nAre you a refugee or a refugee claimant looking to find meaningful employment in Canada?\nDo you want to find work that aligns with your previous work experience and/or educational experience?\nThis workshop is curated from refugee lenses and aims to enable refugees to become career ready as well as provide them with the tools to enhance their job search strategy\, all by addressing common barriers to meaningful employment. The workshop will cover topics like: \nLanguage | Accreditation | Education & Training | Resume building | Job search strategies | Business/Corporate culture | Networking | Interviewing \nYou will also get to know about GTLP loans to support your training and education in Canada \nDate & Time: 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | 23 September 2020 \nCareer Readiness Workshop delivered by: Masa Kateb – Manager of Projects | Jumpstart Refugee Talent \nAttendance: a link to attend\, will be sent directly after your registration\, please check your email ” Additional Information in Your Tickets email” \nThis is a joint event by Jumpstart Refugee Talent and ISSofBC Global Talent Loans Program \nThe workshop is targeted to skilled refugees and refugee claimants with professional backgrounds
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/career-readiness-workshop-for-refugees-in-bc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200609T155415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T020805Z
UID:15447-1601632800-1601640000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AMSSA’s Annual General Meeting. This year\, to ensure we’re practising safe social distancing\, the AMSSA AGM will be held online for the first time.  \nEvent Details: \nDate: Friday\, October 2\, 2020\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT\nLocation: Online – a Zoom link will be provided upon registration. \nHighlights include: \n\nMarcus Reid\, AMSSA Board Director will present the 2020 AMSSA Diversity Awards including the Riasat Ali Khan Diversity Award and Service Recognition Staff Award.\nKatie Crocker\, AMSSA’s CEO will present our 2020-2025 Strategic Plan.\nDan Hiebert\, PhD\, Professor of Geography at UBC will deliver a keynote address on recessions in Canada\, their impact on immigration\, and how history can predict the future of post-COVID immigration.\n\nRegister by clicking here. \nAn agenda and background documents will be sent to registrants closer to the AGM date. We look forward to seeing you online!
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-agm/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AMSSA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200922T063903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200922T063957Z
UID:16299-1601902800-1601910000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Lecture: Digital Access & Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:COVID19 has revealed deep inequalities in access to technologies among Canadians. 34% of Canadians earning under $30\,000 a year do not have a home Internet connection\, and many others rely upon public wifi and cell phones to access essential services and information. This situation opened up significant challenges for language and settlement organizations to maintain contact with their constituents\, ensure their well being and safety\, and to re-start language and other services online. Dr. Suzanne Smythe and Dr. Amea Wilbur interviewed over 25 language and settlement workers during the important time. \n \nIn this interactive session blending dialogue and questions with participants\, Dr. Smythe and Dr. Wilbur will present key themes from these conversations and insights from related research among newcomer communities during COVID times: \n\n\nWhat improvisations and innovations did settlement and outreach workers adopt to reach out to newcomer communities? \nWhat have been the successes and surprises bringing learning and services online? \nWhat new pedagogical and social inclusion challenges persist? \nWho continues to be excluded from these learning opportunities and what are the implications of this for equity and justice among low income and racialized communities? \n\nEvent Details:\nDate: Monday\, October 5\, 2020\nTime: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (Pacific Time)\nLocation: Zoom | more details will be sent after registration\nRegistration deadline: October 2\, 2020\n\n \nRegister by clicking here.\nSpeakers\nDr. Suzanne Smythe (she\, her) is Associate Professor in Adult Literacies and Adult Education at Simon Fraser University. Her current research program examines how digital access and new technologies are changing pedagogies and theories-as-usual in community language and literacy settings. \nDr. Amea Wilbur (she\, her) Assistant Professor in the Department of Adult Education\, University of the Fraser Valley\, Co-researcher\, COVID and Adult Education project.\nDr. Wilbur has worked in the settlement sector for many years in Vancouver and has facilitated numerous workshops on trauma-informed practices for settlement and language providers both provincially and nationally.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-lecture-digital-access-digital-literacy/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20200925T212522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T212522Z
UID:16837-1601989200-1601989200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:WorkBC- Purdys Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC-Info Session-2020-10-06.jpg \nWork with one of Canada’s Best Employers\, as voted by the employees themselves! Join us to learn about:\n• Their new job opportunities – Casual General Help\, Ecommerce Customer Support Representative\, and Ecommerce Fulfillment Order Processor\n• The application process and what it means to be part of an amazing team like Purdys\n• The company history\, how it started and how far they’ve come \nWhere: Online through Zoom\nWhen: Tuesday October 6 | 1:00pm to 3:00pm\nRegister at workbcevents.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/workbc-purdys-virtual-info-session/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20201006T190707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T190707Z
UID:17030-1602064800-1602072000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Good Pitch Vancouver Virtual: THE WORLD IS BRIGHT
DESCRIPTION:GPVV The World is Bright – Wed Oct 7th 10AM PT \nThe World is Bright is about two parents and their personal journey to understand their son’s mental illness and suicide\, revealing the unique effects of mental illness on immigrants. Their negotiations with their relationship\, different cultures\, grief\, and family penetrate to the heart of the immigrant experience\, and break the stigma of speaking about mental illness. \nThis campaign is partnering with immigrant and refugee settlement agencies like MOSAIC\, and mental health resources centres in the Canadian Mental Health Association\, to reach out to immigrants and provide a safe space to discuss and unpack mental wellbeing. The campaign will also encourage culturally competent mental health resources\, so that language and culture can be removed as a barrier to seeking help. \nYour organization is invited to a 2-hour virtual event to learn how this film can support your existing work. Meet other organizations who have similar goals\, and begin a conversation on how the issue can be uplifted- together. \nPlease fill out the registration form at www.storymoneyimpact.com/gpvv-form. 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/good-pitch-vancouver-virtual-the-world-is-bright/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20201007T195614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T195614Z
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SUMMARY:2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2020_Diversity Symposium_Guide \nThe 2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium is a free\, week-long\, virtual conference for professionals\, volunteers and community members interested in learning\, sharing and advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in their communities. This year’s symposium will be held remotely from October 19 to 23\, 2020. \nPresented by the City of Richmond\, this year’s Virtual Diversity Symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills and tools to build diverse\, equitable and inclusive communities. \nWho is the Symposium for? \nThe Symposium is intended for people who work in the field of diversity and inclusion\, such as professionals and volunteers from various municipal departments\, not-for-profit groups\, social service organizations\, private sector and academic institutions. \nTo register\, please go to www.richmond.ca/diversity.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2020-city-of-richmond-virtual-diversity-symposium/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
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SUMMARY:AMSSA Lecture: Working with Newcomers on Unceded Territory
DESCRIPTION:Working with Newcomers on Unceded Territory\nwith Norm Leech- Part 1 \nNorm Leech\, Executive Director of the Vancouver Aboriginal Community Policing Centre and a well-known speaker\, facilitator\, and storyteller\, will engage IRCC funded Service Providers to talk about the experience of Indigenous people in Canada. Through this two-part presentation\, Norm will engage with frontline workers and managers to reflect on the past and seek commonality for a future together. Norm will share the Indigenous way of learning and communicating\, teaching the participants about Indigenous people’s relationship between genders\, relationship with the written word\, and their relationship to the land. \nPart 1:\nSmudge and/or prayer and guided meditation\nTalking about Indigenous people: What have you heard?\nHistory and statistics\nSpiritual connection to land; relationship not ownership\nTimeline of colonization and inter-generational trauma\nClosing meditation \nDate: Monday October 19\, 2020\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (PT)\nLocation: Zoom | more details will be sent after registration
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-lecture-working-with-newcomers-on-unceded-territory/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20201008T195714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T201005Z
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SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Legal Remedies for Victims of Labour Trafficking and Ethical Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:The temporary conditions\, lack of employment options combined with being tied to one employer (closed work permit) make migrant workers vulnerable to labour trafficking. In this webinar\, presenters will discuss how to prevent and respond to labour trafficking as well as the legal remedies available to victims. At the same time\, participants will learn about the importance of ethical storytelling recognizing that everyone has the right to decide how and when their stories are shared. \nWebinar: Legal Remedies for Victims of Labour Trafficking and Ethical Storytelling\nDate: Tuesday\, October 20\, 2020\nTime: 9:00am to 11:00am (PDT)\nLocation: Online
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-legal-remedies-for-victims-of-labour-trafficking-and-ethical-storytelling/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20201007T195743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T195743Z
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SUMMARY:2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2020_Diversity Symposium_Guide \nThe 2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium is a free\, week-long\, virtual conference for professionals\, volunteers and community members interested in learning\, sharing and advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in their communities. This year’s symposium will be held remotely from October 19 to 23\, 2020. \nPresented by the City of Richmond\, this year’s Virtual Diversity Symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills and tools to build diverse\, equitable and inclusive communities. \nWho is the Symposium for? \nThe Symposium is intended for people who work in the field of diversity and inclusion\, such as professionals and volunteers from various municipal departments\, not-for-profit groups\, social service organizations\, private sector and academic institutions. \nTo register\, please go to www.richmond.ca/diversity.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2020-city-of-richmond-virtual-diversity-symposium-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20201014T180500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T180607Z
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SUMMARY:Solidarity with International Students in Canada during Covid-19
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Poster \nWebinar for International Student Rights in Canada During COVID-19 \nLive Information and Q&A Session with Migrant Students United Organizer\, Sarom Rho \nCOVID-19 has seriously impacted international students\, struggling with lack of access to working permits\, emergency funds\, healthcare\, and more. \nAn informational space for international students to discuss rights and status and residency in the time of COVID-19.\nA space for non-international students to learn about the issues being faced by international students. \nDate: Tuesday October 20th\, 2020 —- Time: 4pm – 5pm EST —- Location: Virtually\, via Zoom\nZoom link: https://concordia-ca.zoom.us/j/82298975247?pwd=Mk05RDVDNU9SOGYyLzgyVnBEMURoQT09\nZoom Passcode: 173373\nOpen to: Students\, public\nFor information regarding event logistics: solwithmigrantstudents@gmail.com\nFor information regarding the topics discussed:\nhttps://migrantworkersalliance.org/our-campaigns/migrantstudentsunited/
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/solidarity-with-international-students-in-canada-during-covid-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20201007T195904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T195904Z
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SUMMARY:2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2020_Diversity Symposium_Guide \nThe 2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium is a free\, week-long\, virtual conference for professionals\, volunteers and community members interested in learning\, sharing and advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in their communities. This year’s symposium will be held remotely from October 19 to 23\, 2020. \nPresented by the City of Richmond\, this year’s Virtual Diversity Symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills and tools to build diverse\, equitable and inclusive communities. \nWho is the Symposium for? \nThe Symposium is intended for people who work in the field of diversity and inclusion\, such as professionals and volunteers from various municipal departments\, not-for-profit groups\, social service organizations\, private sector and academic institutions. \nTo register\, please go to www.richmond.ca/diversity.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2020-city-of-richmond-virtual-diversity-symposium-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201022T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T205044
CREATED:20201007T200100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T200100Z
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SUMMARY:2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2020_Diversity Symposium_Guide \nThe 2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium is a free\, week-long\, virtual conference for professionals\, volunteers and community members interested in learning\, sharing and advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in their communities. This year’s symposium will be held remotely from October 19 to 23\, 2020. \nPresented by the City of Richmond\, this year’s Virtual Diversity Symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills and tools to build diverse\, equitable and inclusive communities. \nWho is the Symposium for? \nThe Symposium is intended for people who work in the field of diversity and inclusion\, such as professionals and volunteers from various municipal departments\, not-for-profit groups\, social service organizations\, private sector and academic institutions. \nTo register\, please go to www.richmond.ca/diversity.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2020-city-of-richmond-virtual-diversity-symposium-4/
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