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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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T120000
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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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200915T150000
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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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
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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/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20200925T224248Z
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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/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20200925T224248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T224248Z
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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/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200923T173000
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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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
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:20260420T083905
CREATED:20200922T063903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200922T063957Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T195614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T195614Z
UID:17051-1603098000-1603103400@www.amssa.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201016T232732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T232732Z
UID:17125-1603116000-1603123200@www.amssa.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201008T195714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T201005Z
UID:17076-1603184400-1603191600@www.amssa.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T195743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T195743Z
UID:17055-1603191600-1603202400@www.amssa.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201014T180500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T180607Z
UID:17114-1603198800-1603202400@www.amssa.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T195904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T195904Z
UID:17057-1603278000-1603296000@www.amssa.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201022T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T200100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T200100Z
UID:17059-1603364400-1603377000@www.amssa.org
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/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201023T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T200201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T200201Z
UID:17061-1603443600-1603449000@www.amssa.org
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-5/
LOCATION:BC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T213536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T213727Z
UID:17070-1603535400-1603542600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Creating with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Creating with Nature – October 24 2020 – Poster \nMount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is hosting a hands-on workshop for families with young children to experience the fun of writing their own story together. This activity is for families with children 2 – 5 years old. \nFor more information & pre – registration please contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org\nLimited spots due to COVID – 19 regulations.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/creating-with-nature/
LOCATION:BC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201028T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T204322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T212740Z
UID:17064-1603863000-1603911600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Myths and Realities about Deficit Disorder Attention and Hyperactivity (ADHD)- Spanish
DESCRIPTION:VCH ADHD Fall 2020 Spa \nMount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is hosting an information session about ADHD in Spanish on October 28\, 2020 from 5:30-7 pm. \nFor more information and registration please contact Carmen at: ccontreras@mpnh.org
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/myths-and-realities-about-deficit-disorder-attention-and-hyperactivity-adhd-spanish/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201016T233915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T233915Z
UID:17132-1604581200-1604588400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the Licensing Pathway for Internationally Educated Nurses and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the pathway for IENs and Caregivers – November 5\, 2020 \nThe Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program and the Skilled Immigrants Info Centre is pleased to host the Navigating the Licensing Pathway for Internationally Educated Nurses and Caregivers virtual webinar on Thursday\, November 5th from 1-3PM.\nThis FREE Zoom webinar is for permanent residents and refugees who are looking to return to their nursing or caregiving careers in British Columbia. At this event\, they will learn about the steps to licensure in British Columbia\, hear from other internationally educated nurses who are successfully working as Registered Care Aides and/or Nurses\, and learn about the support services that are available to help them achieve their career goals.   \nEvent Date: Thursday\, November 5th\nTime: 1-3PM\nRegistration: https://vpl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/index/event/5f7b6b1ad141592400004a2e
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/navigating-the-licensing-pathway-for-internationally-educated-nurses-and-caregivers/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201110T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201103T002451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T002901Z
UID:17208-1605015000-1605018600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:CRA Newcomers Benefits and Credits Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Time: Tuesday\, November 10\, 2020 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Pacific Standard Time\nHost: Canada Revenue Agency\nPlease register using the following link: https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?MTID=e24184c8b147e7505a43a9e35e2c8fb3e  \nDescription of Event: Don’t miss out on the benefits and credits to which you may be entitled. Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are the Canada child benefit\, Disability tax credit\, Child disability benefit\, Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit\, and the Canada Workers Benefit.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/cra-newcomers-benefits-and-credits-presentation/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201103T012647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T020138Z
UID:17227-1605693600-1605715200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Canadian Immigrant Fair
DESCRIPTION:Save the date: November 18\, 2020 (for Western Canada including British Columbia\, Alberta and Manitoba)!\nThis Virtual Fair running from 10a.m. to 4p.m. (PST) \nLooking for information and inspiration in the areas work\, education and settlement during this pandemic? Canadian Immigrant is here for you! Over the years\, Canadian Immigrant has held annual fairs across the country and this year\, will be presenting free informative and interactive virtual fairs featuring everything the in-person fairs have to offer! \nThe Virtual Fair will provide an opportunity to hear from key leaders and attend sessions on topics ranging from entrepreneurship\, small business\, soft skills and more. You will also have an opportunity to connect with exhibitors at the Fair (including employers\, recruiters\, immigrant service providers\, educational institutions and more). \nFind out more at: CanadianImmigrant.ca/Virtual.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/virtual-canadian-immigrant-fair/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201119T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201103T003025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T003025Z
UID:17213-1605792600-1605796200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:CRA International students presentation
DESCRIPTION:Event: CRA International students presentation\nTime: Thursday\, November 19\, 2020 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Pacific Standard Time\nHost: Canada Revenue Agency \nPlease register using the following link: https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?MTID=e0b32c0b4854c00311b4b5ccfd365e659  \nDescription of Event: International students\, if you are a resident of Canada for income tax purposes\, there are benefit and credit payments you could get! Are you a resident of Canada for income tax purposes? Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit\, the Canada Workers Benefit\, the tuition tax credit\, the Disability tax credit\, the Canada child benefit\, and the Child disability benefit.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/cra-international-students-presentation/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201103T005911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T005911Z
UID:17222-1606089600-1606348799@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Pathways to Prosperity 2020 National Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Future of Immigration and (Re)Settlement in Canada\nNovember 23-24\, 2020: Pathways to Prosperity Annual National Conference\nNovember 25\, 2020: P2P Conference for Local Immigration Partnerships and Réseaux en immigration francophone \nPathways to Prosperity is pleased to be holding a virtual conference this year\, with many of the features of our in-person conferences for which we have come to be known. This includes plenaries\, a keynote speaker\, workshops\, posters\, exhibitors\, and opportunities to network with colleagues. Join researchers\, service providers\, Local Immigration Partnerships\, Réseaux en immigration francophone\, representatives of all levels of government\, and others working in the area of immigration for a three-day event on immigration in an increasingly complex environment. \nOn Monday November 23 and Tuesday November 24\, the P2P Annual National Conference will run from 11:00 AM EST to 4:45 PM EST\, with evening activities on November 23 for interested parties. The conference will focus on immigration and (re)settlement in Canada in this time of a worldwide pandemic and increased awareness of the racism and discrimination facing immigrants every day. We will discuss the challenges and opportunities for change now and in the coming years. \nOn Wednesday November 25\, the full day conference for Local Immigration Partnerships and Réseaux en immigration francophone will run from 11:00 AM EST to 4:45 PM EST\, focusing on upcoming priorities set by these collaborative enterprises. \nClick Here to register.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/pathways-to-prosperity-2020-national-conference/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Pathways to Prosperity":MAILTO:admin@p2pcanada.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201007T215838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T220211Z
UID:17072-1606381200-1607698800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:The CCR Virtual Fall Consultation is in preparation!
DESCRIPTION:This consultation provides a key opportunity for all those in the settlement sector to connect with others across Canada\, to dialogue with government and to learn from experts in many areas. With views from all Canadian provinces\, the Consultation offers opportunities for professional development\, networking and strategy. \nThe Virtual Consultation will feature a series of workshops and on-line meetings as well as a social event. \nInformation \nWhen: 26 November – 11 December 2020 (with two non-concurrent sessions per day)\nWhere: Online\nWho: Refugees\, immigrants\, representatives of refugee and immigrant-serving organizations\, government\, UNHCR\, academics\, community workers\, lawyers\, youth advocates and more. Everyone is welcome to participate!\nProgram\, registration dates and fees: Available shortly \nYou can visit https://ccrweb.ca/en/meetings for more information. This page is updated regularly as new information becomes available.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-ccr-virtual-fall-consultation-is-in-preparation/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083905
CREATED:20201119T202110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T202110Z
UID:17463-1606399200-1606404600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar-  Food Insecurity and the Right to Food in BC
DESCRIPTION:Food insecurity is the inadequate or insecure access to food due to financial limitations. Many people can’t afford the quantity or quality of food needed for a healthy diet. It’s a serious global issue that impacts over 4.4 million Canadians and over 500\,000 British Columbians. Food insecurity contributes to inadequate nutrition. It negatively affects the physical and mental health of both adults and children. It affects vulnerable\, low-income populations. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic\, many households are facing increased difficulties accessing nutritious foods. \nThis webinar features experts who share their knowledge\, points of view\, and work in food insecurity. Graham Riches\, UBC Professor Emeritus and former Director of the UBC School of Social Work\, is an internationally-recognized expert on food insecurity\, social policy and the Right to Food. Sarah Kim is Coordinator of the Vancouver Neighbourhood Food Networks and an advocate for food and income security. Zahra Esmail is Executive Director of South Vancouver Neighbourhood House and her portfolio includes food security. \nThis webinar also introduces a new AMSSA BCSIS e-learning module on food insecurity from the macro level through to initiatives to improve food equity. \nRegistration Details: \nDate: Thursday\, November 26\, 2020\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM PT\nPlease register Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-food-insecurity-and-the-right-to-food-in-bc/
LOCATION:BC
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