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Nature Explorers - China Creek North Park
2016-08-09 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | China Creek North Park, 101 East 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Nature Explorers
For Children Ages 3 – 6
For further information about the program and scheduling click here.
When: Tuesday, August 9, 2016 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Where: China Creek North Park, 101 E 7 Avenue, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Individual Session: $5.00
To Register, and for more information contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202

Singapore's 51st National Day
2016-08-12 18:00 - 2016-08-13 00:00 | Continental Seafood Restaurant, 150 - 11700 Cambie Road, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
The Vancouver Singapore Club is celebrating Singapore’s 51st National Day with a Dinner and Dance!
When: August 12, 2016 (Registration starts at 6pm)
Where: Continental Seafood Restaurant, 150-11700 Cambie Road, Richmond, BC
Ticket Price: $38/person
For tickets, please call Violet Chan at 604-616-8258 or e-mail her at violetct99@gmail.com

Accommodations, if needed, can be arranged at a discounted rate
View the poster by clicking here and learn more by visiting the website here.

Nature Explorers - Rogers Park
2016-08-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Rogers Park, 141 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Nature Explorers
For Children Ages 3 – 6
For further information about the program and scheduling click here.
When: Tuesday, August 16 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Rogers Park, 141 W 7th Ave, Vancouver BC
Cost: Individual Session: $5.00
To Register, and for more information contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202

Get Money $kills
2016-08-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Disability Alliance BC, 204 - 456 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Family Services of Greater Vancouver presents Get Money $kills – for Free!
Take the Family Services of Greater Vancouver’s Money Skills program and learn how to:

Budget and take charge of your money
Pay lower bank fees
build a good credit history
deal with debt
get what you really want with your money

When: August 16, 23, 30 (1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Where: #204 – 456 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Register: To sign-up, you must attend all 3 sessions. Contact Val or Nicole at 604-875-0188 or e-mail feedback@disabilityalliancebc.org
View the poster by clicking here.

Parenting Matters at MPNH
2016-08-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Parenting Matters at MPNH
Topic: Talking about the birds and the bees
What to expect and how to talk about it with your children ages 0-18 years
The workshop, lead by speaker Nicky Waring, Relationship & Sexual Health Educator, will answer questions such as:

What names should I use for body parts?
What should I tell my kids about their bodies, relationships & sex? And when?
How do I start the conversation?
Help! I don’t know how to answer any questions they may have!
What are the stages of development and when will they occur?

When: August 18, 2016 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 East Broadway
Cost: $5.00 participation fee or by donation
To register, contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202
To view the poster, click here.

Golf Fore CCS
2016-08-19 11:30 - 19:00
Chilliwack Community Services presents Golf Fore CCS!
The event is a fun Charity Golf Tournament to raise money for the Nurturing Fathers Program.
When: Registration begins at 11:30 am & 1:00 pm Shotgun Start – Texas Scramble
BBQ Steak Dinner and on the course refreshments offered
For event information and to register for the event, contact Tania Thom at 604-316-4275 of thomt@comerv.bc.ca
Learn more about the event and to view the poster click here.

Nature Explorers - Robson Park
2016-08-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Robson Park, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Nature Explorers
For Children Ages 3 – 6
For further information about the program and scheduling click here.
When: Tuesday, August 23 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Robson Park, 561 Kingsway Street, Vancouver BC
Cost: Individual Session: $5.00
To Register, and for more information contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202

Nature Explorers - Field Trip
2016-08-30 13:00 - 15:00 | To Be Announced
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Nature Explorers
For Children Ages 3 – 6
For further information about the program and scheduling click here.
When: Tuesday, August 30 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Field Trip Location, to be announced
Cost: Individual Session: $5.00
To Register, and for more information contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202

Retail Connections Program for Immigrant Youth
2016-09-06 08:00 - 17:00 | YWCA WorkBC, Employment Services Centre, 106, 980 West 1st Street, North Vancouver, BC, V7P 3N4, Canada
North Shore Multicultural Society presents Retail Connections an Immigrant Youth Retail Employment Program.
This program offers:

4 weeks of daily group-training sessions including:

Vocational assessment
Job search skills and education coaching
Employment connections
Retail specific trainings

Industry recognized short term training certificates:

WorldHost Customer Service
Food Safe Level 1
First Aid Level 1

8 weeks of one-to-one coaching and job-search support.

Eligibility for the program:

For immigrant youth and young adults ages 30 and younger
Must be Permanent Resident, Canadian Citizen or a Protected Person
Intermediate English language skills required
Unemployed, non EI eligible
Actively seeking employment

When: Starting September 6, 2016
Where: YMCA WorkBC – Employment Services Centre, 980 West 1st Street #106, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3N4
For more information and to register, please contact: retailconnections@nsms.ca or 778-927-2931
To view the poster click here.

Guided Capilano Adventure - Free program for new immigrants
2016-09-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street, Vancouver, Canada
YMCA Connections presents Guided Capilano Adventure – A free Program for new Immigrants.
Join YMCA Connections on a fun day out led by energetic knowledgeable guide Erik Graff.

Get fit while learning about the local history and the environment
Visit the salmon hatchery
Connect with new people in this beautiful surrounding in North Vancouver
Great for the family

For Permanent Residents only. Registration required.
When: Saturday, September 10, 2016
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
(Please bring your lunch)
Meet at: Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street, Vancouver
To register and for more information go to Eventbrite or contact Adrienne at adrienne.bale@gv.ymca.ca, 604-673-6197.
View the poster by clicking here.

Transitions Art Therapy Workshop
2016-09-13 18:30 - 20:30, 2016-09-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Little Mountain Neighbourhood House, 3981 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Little Mountain Neighbourhood House presents the Transitions Art Therapy Workshop.
For: Immigrant women
When: Tuesday, September 13 & September 20, 2016
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: 3981 Main Street at 24th Avenue
Cost: By donation
Facilitated by Susan Corser and Candice Seligmam, the workshop will encourage participants to engage in the art process to help bridge the gap between their old and new lives and to reflect on the many changes and challenges of this transition. Participants will be able to choose from a variety of media to express their individual journeys, including paint, pencils, collage, or pastels.
No experience is required. Childminding available upon request in advance.
Please register by calling 604-879-7104 Ext. 304 or e-mail mehak_sharma@lmnhs.bc.ca.
View the poster by clicking here.

Canadian Fitness Connection Course - YMCA Connections Program for new Immigrants
2016-09-17 01:30 - 16:30 | Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street, Vancouver, Canada
YMCA Connections presents the Canadian Fitness Connection Course.

Learn how to stay fit and healthy while practicing English
Meet new friends
Explore Canadian life and culture

For Permanent Residents only. Free but you much register for this 12-week course.
For Men and Women:
Where: Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street, Vancouver
When: Saturdays, September 17 – December 10, 2016 from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
For Women only:
Where: Langara Family YMCA, 282 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver
When: Fridays, September 23 – December 16, 2016 from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm
To register and for more information contact YMCA Connections at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066.
View the poster by clicking here.

Education Classes for Newcomers to Canada
2016-09-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Abbotsford Community Services, 2420 Montrose Avenue, Abbotsford , BC, Canada
Abbotsford Community Services presents Education Classes for Newcomers to Canada!
Preparing for Citizenship testing?
Applying for Canadian Citizenship but don’t know where to start studying?
Attend this free class to help you prepare for the knowledge test! Learn about Canada’s economy, geography, history, government and more.
When: Wednesday Evenings, 6:00-8:30pm from September 21st to November 16th
Where: 2420 Montrose Avenue, Abbotsford, BC
For more information or to register, contact Elise Marier at 604-866-5970 or e-mail her at elise.marier@abbotsfordcommunityservices.com

Citizenship Preparation and Participation Course
2016-09-23 09:30 - 12:30 | Vancouver Community College, 1155 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC, Canada
YMCA Connections Program for New Immigration presents the Citizenship Preparation and Participation Course.
Get ready for the citizenship test and have fun!
This program will feature group discussions and presentations on the Discover Canada Study Guide. Your Canadian teacher will help make the guide easier to understand an explore what it means to be a good citizen.
For Permanent Residents only. FREE but you must register for this 10-week course.
Where: Vancouver Community College, 1155 East Broadway, Vancouver
When: Fridays, September 23 – December 2, 2016 from 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
To register and for more information contact YMCA Connections at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066
View the poster by clicking here.

Canadian Fitness Connection Course - YMCA Connections Program for New Immigrants
2016-09-23 11:30 - 14:30 | Langara Family YMCA, 282 W. 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Expressive Art Group - Parent Info Session
2016-09-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents the Expressive Art Group for Children 7 – 10 years old.
The program provides a safe place for children to:

express themselves through visual arts
share personal stories
meet new friends
learn how to support one another, and
build self confidence

8 Expressive Art Sessions & 1 Art Exhibit
Tuesdays, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Dates: October 4 – November 29
Cost: $30 + $20 Family Membership
Location: Kits House (W. 7th & Vine)
*Light snacks and refreshments are provided during sessions.
Parents Info Session: Tuesday, September 27 at 5:30pm
For more information, please contact Patricia at 604-736-3588 ext. 128 or patriciap@kitshouse.org
View the poster by clicking here.

My Tween and Me - Bullying at School
2016-10-01 10:00 - 13:00 | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents My Tween and Me – Parenting workshops for parents with children aged 7 – 12.
Join Kitsilano Neighbourhood House for 3 workshops:

Bullying at school
Online safety
Making sense of anxiety and cultivating resilience

When: Saturdays, October 1, 8 & 15, 2016 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost (with Kits House Membership):

$10 for one workshop
$15 for two workshops
$20 for three workshops

Where: Kits House, 2305 West 7th and Vine
For more information, please contact patriciap@kitshouse.org or 604-736-3588
View the poster by clicking here.

Mama & Papa Goose - Infant & Toddler Group
2016-10-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents Mama & Papa Goose: Songs, rhymes & stories for parents with children 0 – 18 months
Fall 2016 – Infant & Toddler Group

Mama & Papa Goose programs promote a healthy bond between you and your child
Meet local families and build community connections
Have fun learning songs, rhymes and stories to share with your child and stimulate your child’s early language development!

When: 8 sessions on Mondays, October 3 – November 28 (no session on Oct 10)
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
For ages 6 months to 18 months
Cost: $48 + $20 family membership
Location: Kits House, West 7th and Vine
*Light snack is provided
To register, please contact Patricia at 604-736-3588 ext. 128 or patriciap@kitshouse.org

Multicultural Women Support Program
2016-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents the Multicultural Women Support Program
This program is for you if you want to:

Practice language skills and learn about Canadian culture and resources
Get involved and be part of the community
Meet new friends and have fun!

You will find the support and confidence to achieve new goals.
When: 9 sessions; Tuesdays, October 4 – November 29, 2016, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Kits House, 2305 West 7th Avenue and Vine Street
Cost: $25 + $10 Kits House Individual Membershi
For registration, please contact Patricia at 604-736-3588 ext. 128 or patriciap@kitshouse.org
View the poster by clicking here.

Food Sense Healthy Cooking on a Budget
2016-10-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Join Kitsilano Neighbourhood House for a 6 week healthy cooking program: Food Sense – Healthy Cooking on a Budget

Cook simple delicious meals
Learn to read nutrition labels
Tour your local grocery store

Where: Kits House, West 7th and Vine
When: 6 sessions, Wednesdays, October 5 – November 16 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost: Free with $10 Kits House Individual Membership
To register, please visit the Kits House at 2305 West 7th and Vine, Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm.
For more information, contact Patricia at patriciap@kitshouse.org or 604-736-3588 ext. 128
View the poster by clicking here.

My Tween and Me - Online Safety
2016-10-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents My Tween and Me – Parenting workshops for parents with children aged 7 – 12.
Join Kitsilano Neighbourhood House for 2 workshops:

Online safety
Making sense of anxiety and cultivating resilience

When: Saturdays, October 8 & 15, 2016 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost (with Kits House Membership):

$10 for one workshop
$15 for two workshops

Where: Kits House, 2305 West 7th and Vine
For more information, please contact patriciap@kitshouse.org or 604-736-3588
View the poster by clicking here.

Free Facilitation Training
2016-10-13 09:00 - 14:30 | ISSofBC – Burnaby, 207 - 7355 Canada Way, Burnaby, Canada
ISSofBC presents Free Facilitation Training
The Training is for you if:

You are a permanent resident woman interested in helping other newcomer women adjust to life in Canada;
You want to learn more about facilitation, leadership skills and peer support;
You are interested in sharing your experiences and stories with other women.

When: Mondays and Tuesdays, October 13 – December 12, 2016 from 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Where: ISSofBC office, Burnaby #207 – 7355 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC
Application deadline: September 18, 2016
To view the poster click here. For more information, contact Ana Maria at 604-395-8000 ext. 1706 or at anamaria.bustamante@issbc.org

Effective Parenting Series
2016-10-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
The Family Services of Greater Vancouver and Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents the Effective Parenting Series: A Program for Parents/Caregivers of children aged 6-12 years old.
The program will discuss ways to foster your child’s self-esteem and improve relationships. Topics include:

Setting reasonable limits
Giving clear messages
Inspiring cooperation
Teaching children decision making and problem-solving skills
Positive discipline

When: October 13, 20, 27
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Free. Childminding available.
Register: Space is limited. Contact Carmen at 604-879-9208 ext. 202 / ccontreras@mpnh.org.
View the poster by clicking here.

Festival MOSAIC
2016-10-14 18:00 - 22:00 | Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2W3, Canada
Festival MOSAIC — the organization’s annual fundraiser — is a magical evening of dance, activity and food. You will walk into the room to the sounds of Middle Eastern and Western rhythms fused together with finesse to create contemporary experimental music. If the sounds alone don’t mesmerize you check out the roaming circus entertainers, try the delectable treats, or explore the silent auction items!
Details
Date: October 14, 2016
Time: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: Roundhouse Community Arts Centre
Address: 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC
This year’s vibrant event will showcase DJBFAD, Katari Taiko Drum Group, Kiss of Africa, Circus West, and the Eagle Song Dancers and local musicians. Guests will enjoy hands on activities, from creating poetry to filling in a rangoli, to experiencing first hand the journey of a refugee. There is something for everyone! To complement this evening of art and entertainment will be delicious samplings of food inspired by Italian, Latin American, and Asian flavours.
MOSAIC will also be celebrating its 40th anniversary of serving new immigrants and refugees at Festival MOSAIC!
Join the celebration – Purchase your tickets or table by clicking here.
Single tickets = $50.00 + $3.35 Fee
VIP Table (5 tickets, includes table and bar service) = $300.00 + $17.10 Fee

My Tween and Me - Making sense of anxiety
2016-10-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents My Tween and Me – Parenting workshops for parents with children aged 7 – 12.
Join Kitsilano Neighbourhood House for a workshop:

Making sense of anxiety and cultivating resilience

When: Saturdays, October 15, 2016 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost (with Kits House Membership):

$10 for one workshop

Where: Kits House, 2305 West 7th and Vine
For more information, please contact patriciap@kitshouse.org or 604-736-3588
View the poster by clicking here.

Nobody's Perfect for Dads!
2016-10-17 18:00 | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Nobody’s Perfect for dads!

Meet with other parents of young children (0-5 years old)
Share your questions, concerns, and ideas about parenting and kids
Learn about child development, health and behaviour
Discuss real-life parenting situations
Discover positive ways of parenting

When: Mondays, October 17 – November 21, 2016
Time: 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 East Broadway
To register and for more information contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208
View the poster by clicking here.

Food Skills for Families
2016-10-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Food Skills for Families.
Participants will:

Learn about food safety and nutrition-related knowledge and skills
Change or validate their eating habits to promote good nutrition
Discover ways to modify recipes to make them healthier
Learn to make healthier choices (buying and preparing) within a budget

When: Tuesdays, October 18 – November 29, 2016 (No session on November 15)
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E Broadway, Vancouver BC
Due to limited space, registration is required. To register, please e-mail Lina at larias@mpnh.org or call 604-879-8208 ext. 202.
Childcare available.
View the poster by clicking here.

UBC REFUGEE SYMPOSIUM & OPERA Breaking the Cycle: Canada’s Refugee Record on the Global Stage
2016-10-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Welcome Centre – ISSofBC, 2610 Victoria Drive , Vancouver , BC, Canada
The UBC Liu Institute for Global Issues presents a multi-day symposium, Breaking the Cycle: Canada’s Refugee Record on the Global Stage, alongside an opera and an art exhibit titled The Consul in order to stimulate discussion on the global refugee crisis. The Symposium is from Oct. 21st – Nov. 6th.
Most events are free and open to the public but registration is required. Tickets to The Consul can be purchased through UBC Opera.
Please see the website for details: http://liu.arts.ubc.ca/event/refugee-symposium/
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19th
12:00 PM
Venue: Welcome Centre, Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)
Mobile Opera by UBC Opera Ensemble
Audience: Refugee families staying at the Welcome Centre

Immigrant Entrepreneur and Small Business Fair
2016-10-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Simon Fraser University – Surrey Campus, 250 - 13450 102 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3T 0A3, Canada
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society and the Surrey Board of Trade are hosting the Immigrant Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair at the SFU Surrey campus on October 19, 2016 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This free event brings together knowledgeable business professionals, entrepreneurs, and small business owners as they share their challenges, triumphs and tips of starting a business in Canada. Join us and participate in the featured dialogue to gain valuable feedback on business growth, trends in the economy and keys to success as an immigrant business owner.
Event Details:
When: Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Surrey Campus, Simon Fraser University, 13450 102nd Avenue, Surrey, BC
Registration is free! Learn more about the event and register by clicking here.
