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SUMMARY:2021 General Income Tax & Benefits Return
DESCRIPTION:2021 General Income Tax & Benefits Return \nWhen:\nThurs – January 20\, 2022\n10:30 AM – 12:30 PM\n1월 20일 (목요일)\n오전 10시 30분-오후 12시 30분\n문의/등록: isabel.lee@issbc.org\n또는 778-372-6550 로\n전화번호/이름으로 등록요청 후\n전용 Zoom 링크로 입장\n*영주권 정보 제공 필수\n“캐나다 거주자로서 소득 여부와\n상관없이 개인 소득세 보고를\n완료함으로써 중단없이 베네핏을 계속\n받으실 수 있습니다.”\n❑ 강사(Speaker): 남궁 재\n한국/캐나다 공인회계사\n(J. NAMGUNG\, CPA/ CGA)\n❑ 내용(Contents):\n1. 개인 소득세 계산 방법\n(How to Calculate Income Tax)\n2. 개인 소득세 계산 사례\n(Case studies on Income Tax\nCalculations)\n3. 개인 소득세 신고 서류 준비\n(Required documents for tax return)\n4. 절세 방법(Tax Saving Strategies)\nFor registration please contact: isabel.lee@issbc.org or 778-372-6550
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2021-general-income-tax-benefits-return/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032005
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SUMMARY:Income Tax free online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Income Tax free online Workshop \nWhen:\nFriday\, Jan 14\n1:00 –3:00 PM\nWhere: on ZOOM\nRegistration:  call Zohreh at: 604-657-2657\nموضوعات این جلسه:\n• مالیات بر درآمد در کانادا\n• راههای کاهش دادن مالیات بر درآمد\n• و زمان ارسال آن\nی\nپرکردن فرم های مالیات\nو نکات مهم دیگر درخصوص مالیات درکانادا و استان یت • ی \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/income-tax-free-online-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032005
CREATED:20211221T211133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T211133Z
UID:21710-1640073600-1640106000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Cultural Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Cafe \nGet your cup of coffee and join us\nvirtually to talk about :\n• Cultural norms in Canada\n• What are the fun facts about\nCanada?\n• Why cultural diversity is important? \nWhen: 07-01-2022\n11:00 am to 01:00 pm\nWhere: Online (Zoom )\n• Pre-registration required to\nreceive link\nContact:\nAlaa Idris\nCell:778 229 4371\nAlaa.idris@issbc.org
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/cultural-cafe/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032005
CREATED:20211221T211256Z
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UID:21713-1640073600-1640106000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Citizenshp Prep \nWhen:\nWednesday– Jan 5\,2022\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm\nWhere:\nOnline on Zoom\nFor registration please contact :\nRiyam Ziad\n604-356-7735\nRiyam.ziad@issbc.org\nCanadian Citizenship Preparation\nStep to prepare for your Canadian Citizenship\napplication and Test\nWhat kind of documentation will you need
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/canadian-citizenship-preparation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032005
CREATED:20220112T223031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T224053Z
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SUMMARY:How to Re-enter the Engineering Field in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Event Flyer  \nLEARN ABOUT THE LICENSING AND REGISTRATION PROCESS WITH EGBC AND HEAR FROM SUCCESSFUL INDUSTRY EXPERTS. JOIN OUR WEBINAR TO LEARN ABOUT: \n♦ How to register with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC \n♦ The process of becoming a licensed Engineer \n♦ Hear from successful experts from within the industry about their experience \nGUEST SPEAKERS Caroline Westra: Manager – Academic & Experience Assessment Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia \nDiogo Alves: Project Coordinator at PCL Construction \nMohammad Rafatinasr: Senior Mechanical Engineer Fraser Health Authority
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/how-to-re-enter-the-engineering-field-in-canada/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032005
CREATED:20220113T191426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T191611Z
UID:21865-1643018400-1643025600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Role of LIP/RIFs in Knowledge Mobilization & Creating Community Connections
DESCRIPTION:The recent need to resettle a large number of newcomers in keeping with rising immigration levels have brought the need for LIP/RIP providers to foster greater connections with their local communities to the forefront. At this webinar\, we will hear from two LIP/RIF providers about two projects that they have conducted to create community connections and gain knowledge from their successes and challenges.\n\nBuilding community connections during pandemic restrictions can be challenging\, this 2-hour webinar will take time to learn about some successful projects undertaken by LIP/RIF providers and share promising practices. Discover key strategies for finding innovative ways to reach out to local communities and hear about the practices\, challenges\, and opportunities faced when doing equity-related research projects in communities.\n\nIn this webinar\, you will:\n\nHear from LIP/RIF providers’ case presentations about creating community connections\nShare promising practices from your own projects\nCreate opportunities for LIP/RIFs in both smaller and larger centres to share specific challenges and innovative ways to overcome them\nLearn how to recognize opportunities for creating productive coalitions and finding new ways of doing research within communities.\n\nLocation: Zoom | Event details will be sent after registration
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/role-of-lip-rifs-in-knowledge-mobilization-creating-community-connections/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220126T120000
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CREATED:20220117T230446Z
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SUMMARY:BCSIS Virtual Information Session  FRAUD PREVENTION
DESCRIPTION:In this Virtual Information Session\, representatives from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police\, Canada Border Services Agency\, and the Bank of Canada will provide an overview of the top scams affecting British Columbian residents\, especially in the time of COVID-19.\nEvery year\, thousands of Canadians fall victim to fraud. Fraudsters are quick to adapt their techniques to the latest trends and technologies\, using a variety of tactics to defraud their targets. In the first eight months of 2021 alone\, British Columbians reported losses of $3.5 million from crypto investment scams. Fraudsters are quick to capitalize on global events. During the COVID-19 pandemic\, new scams emerged. For example\, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received reports of a text message scam tied to COVID-19 vaccine invitation notifications. \nAs newcomers are especially vulnerable to fraud\, it is essential for frontline settlement workers to be aware of existing scams and to know how to inform their clients to help protect them. This session will include an overview of the top frauds newcomers should be aware of and how criminals are contacting victims\, information on common immigration and customs fraud schemes\, and guidance on how to support and protect newcomer clients. After the presentations\, there will be a live Q&A period. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER:\nhttps://amssa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckdequqjorEtTagSuHoRD0nFzTWNmGwuhU
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/bcsis-virtual-information-session-fraud-prevention/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032005
CREATED:20220118T002137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T002200Z
UID:21950-1643792400-1643821200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:2022 IRCC BC-Yukon Summit: Emerging Minds and Modes
DESCRIPTION:This year’s IRCC-funded BC-Yukon Summit will create space for service providers in BC and the Yukon to have big picture conversations\, share and learn practical service delivery approaches and modes for eventually moving into a post-pandemic world.  \nThe Summit has two content streams with sub-themes:\nEmerging Minds – big picture conversations and ideas sharing on topics such as Immigration\, Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion and truth-telling and reconciliation.\nEmerging Methods and Modes – more practical conversations and sharing of emerging approaches to service delivery. \nTaking place over two days on February 2nd and 3rd\, 2022\, the Summit will include learning and sharing opportunities through a total of 24 sessions\, including keynote\, plenary\, concurrent and discussion sessions. The speakers at the Summit include representatives from government\, research institutions\, settlement sector organizations\, as well as subject matter experts. In addition\, the Summit will provide opportunities to connect with others through networking sessions.\nWHO:\nThis Summit is open to all IRCC-funded service providers in BC and the Yukon. Please invite all of your staff to attend. The content of the Summit will address the work of all levels of settlement and integration staff from frontline to management to executive .  \nAll sessions will be fully bilingual. Interpretation in French and English will be available. As well\, specific sessions focusing on Francophone engagement will be a part of the agenda.  \nThere is no cost to attend this Summit.  \nImportant Note: Please ensure that you and your staff register with work email addresses that are issued by your organization\, and that you complete the registration form with your name\, title\, and full organization name. We will need to verify that you are an IRCC-funded service provider in BC or Yukon before admitting participants to sessions. \nWHY:\nTo provide practical and relevant professional development opportunities for service provider organizations;\nTo create space to share current and emerging approaches and ideas as well as ideas in a post-pandemic context for the settlement and integration sector; and\nTo support networking\, collaboration and resource sharing across regions\, across providers and between the full spectrum of settlement\, integration and language services in BC and Yukon. \nWHERE:\nThis event is fully virtual.\nInstructions for using our virtual event platform “Pheedloop”\, will be sent to you closer to the Summit dates. \nPlease click on the link below to register for the event. By registering you will be placed on a waitlist. Once your organization has been confirmed as an organization funded by IRCC BCY\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions to attend.  \nREGISTER BY JANUARY 31ST : https://pheedloop.com/register/IRCCBCYSummitSommetIRCCCBY/attendee/
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2022-ircc-bc-yukon-summit-emerging-minds-and-modes-february-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032005
CREATED:20220118T001654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T001753Z
UID:21946-1643878800-1643907600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:2022 IRCC BC-Yukon Summit: Emerging Minds and Modes
DESCRIPTION:This year’s IRCC-funded BC-Yukon Summit will create space for service providers in BC and the Yukon to have big picture conversations\, share and learn practical service delivery approaches and modes for eventually moving into a post-pandemic world.  \nThe Summit has two content streams with sub-themes:\nEmerging Minds – big picture conversations and ideas sharing on topics such as Immigration\, Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion and truth-telling and reconciliation.\nEmerging Methods and Modes – more practical conversations and sharing of emerging approaches to service delivery. \nTaking place over two days on February 2nd and 3rd\, 2022\, the Summit will include learning and sharing opportunities through a total of 24 sessions\, including keynote\, plenary\, concurrent and discussion sessions. The speakers at the Summit include representatives from government\, research institutions\, settlement sector organizations\, as well as subject matter experts. In addition\, the Summit will provide opportunities to connect with others through networking sessions.\nWHO:\nThis Summit is open to all IRCC-funded service providers in BC and the Yukon. Please invite all of your staff to attend. The content of the Summit will address the work of all levels of settlement and integration staff from frontline to management to executive .  \nAll sessions will be fully bilingual. Interpretation in French and English will be available. As well\, specific sessions focusing on Francophone engagement will be a part of the agenda.  \nThere is no cost to attend this Summit.  \nImportant Note: Please ensure that you and your staff register with work email addresses that are issued by your organization\, and that you complete the registration form with your name\, title\, and full organization name. We will need to verify that you are an IRCC-funded service provider in BC or Yukon before admitting participants to sessions. \nWHY:\nTo provide practical and relevant professional development opportunities for service provider organizations;\nTo create space to share current and emerging approaches and ideas as well as ideas in a post-pandemic context for the settlement and integration sector; and\nTo support networking\, collaboration and resource sharing across regions\, across providers and between the full spectrum of settlement\, integration and language services in BC and Yukon. \nWHERE:\nThis event is fully virtual.\nInstructions for using our virtual event platform “Pheedloop”\, will be sent to you closer to the Summit dates. \nPlease click on the link below to register for the event. By registering you will be placed on a waitlist. Once your organization has been confirmed as an organization funded by IRCC BCY\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions to attend.  \nREGISTER BY January 31st\,2022 : https://pheedloop.com/register/IRCCBCYSummitSommetIRCCCBY/attendee/
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2022-ircc-bc-yukon-summit-emerging-minds-and-modes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220121T204726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T204726Z
UID:22014-1643896800-1643905800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Impact of the Housing Crisis on the Resettlement of Afghan Refugees
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming Afghan refugees in the Francophone and Acadian communities requires many resources and support. One of the keys to a successful transition from Afghanistan to Canada is lodging. First\, a temporary accommodation upon arrival\, and then access to a longer-term solution in the chosen community. The lack of available housing compared to the number of refugees has been an ongoing issue for many cities and communities. What is the scope of the housing crisis in Canada? \nThis webinar is targeted at direct and indirect service providers in order to feature some of the innovations addressing the housing crisis and will investigate how they could be scaled up. We will also discuss some statistics and data to present an up-to-date portrait of housing in general. We aim to also explore complementary solutions like different partnership models\, private donation or possibilities within university and college residences as well as corporate philanthropy. \nThis webinar will be offered in both French and English and have accessibility options for the hearing impaired.  \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8aQR0Q1iTYS_FD9TMFKwWg
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/impact-of-the-housing-crisis-on-the-resettlement-of-afghan-refugees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220121T210351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T210351Z
UID:22016-1644314400-1644321600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Sharing Promising Practices to Support Frontline Workers in Smaller Centres
DESCRIPTION:Service providers in smaller centres experience unique challenges further complicated with being in remote locations\, long distances from nearest urban cities\, and having limited referral opportunities and resources to address the growing need. One way of how smaller centre service providers address some of these challenges is through engaging in collaboration with other settlement sector organizations and community partners. Engaging in collaboration often gives organizations in smaller centres increased access to resources that many would not have had access to otherwise. However\, collaboration can also present its challenges with managing power dynamics and building trust without having the proper tools and experience with building an effective partnership and collaboration. \n\n\n  \n\n\nThe current webinar will provide smaller centre service providers with tools for engaging in collaboration. In doing so\, two smaller centre service providers\, one from BC and one from Manitoba\, will share their first-hand lived experiences of engaging in collaboration and provide tips and tricks for others to learn from their example and potentially apply the learnings to their communities. Having an out-of-province example will give us a closer look at what other smaller centres outside of BC are doing and enable us to potentially expand our learnings. \n\n\n  \n\n\nFollowing the presentations\, service providers will have a chance to engage in dialog through a question-and-answer period. \nREGISTER HERE: https://amssa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eekFuDnMQN6vxaNAUpCpIg
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/sharing-promising-practices-to-support-frontline-workers-in-smaller-centres/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220124T215652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T220600Z
UID:22034-1644487200-1644494400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Wills and Estate Planning in BC-Free Webinar for Korean Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:❑ 강사(Speaker): 법률공증사\, 최병하 (Notary/Arbitrator/Mediator\, Paul Choi) \n❑ 내용(Contents): \n1) BC주 재산상속법의 주요 내용 (Overview Estate Planning Law in BC) \n2) 위임장과 대리인이란? (What is Power of Attorney & Legal Representation?) \n3) 유언장 작성에 관한 주요 사항 (Structure of Wills/Key Components) \n4) 집 매매시 주의해야 할 사항 (Important Factors on Selling/Buying Home) \n5)질의응답(Q & A) \nWhen: Thurs – February 10\, 2022 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 2022년 2월 10일 (목요일) 오전 10시 -오후 12시 \nInquiries/Registration: isabel.lee@issbc.org 또는 778-372-6550 로 전화번호/이름으로 등록요청 후 전용 Zoom 링크로 입장 *영주권 정보 제공 필수 \nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/wills-and-estate-planning-in-bc-free-webinar-for-korean-immigrants/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220124T220231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T220349Z
UID:22038-1644577200-1644584400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Benefits and Services
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about :\n❖ Employment Insurance\n❖ Canada Worker Lock Down Benefit\n❖ Canada Recovery Caregiving\n❖ Canada Sickness Benefit\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: 11-02-2022\n11:00 AM to 01:00 pm\nWhere: Online (Zoom )\n\n\n\n\n\n\n• Pre-registration required to receive link\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact: Alaa Idris\nCell:778 229 4371\nAlaa.idris@issbc.org\n\n\n\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/covid-19-benefits-and-services/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220215T014806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T014920Z
UID:22253-1644933600-1644940800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Diversity and Inclusion: Strengthening the Settlement and Integration of Francophone Racialized Communities
DESCRIPTION:As several service providers across British Columbia will celebrate and commemorate Black History Month\, AMSSA and the Francophone Immigration Network (RIFCB) would like to provide a platform for service providers\, directors\, management and front-line workers to learn more about the diversity of the Francophone community\, the dynamism of black communities as well as the role of ethnocultural associations in the reception\, integration and well-being of Francophone immigrants. \nThe panel discussion seeks to provide francophone and non-francophone service providers the opportunity to understand better the challenges that may hinder the successful integration of racialized Francophone communities and would also provide front-line workers the opportunity to share their experiences in welcoming Francophone immigrants; their collaborative practices with ethnocultural associations; and reflect on tools to strengthen the integration and settlement of their racialized communities. \nThe panel will be moderated by Dr. Moussa Magassa\, PhD\, UVic Human Rights Educator\, Specialist in Justice\, Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion and will feature: \nDr. Eni\, a retired Academic and International Health Consultant\, former Board Member and former Vice President of AMSSA and an active member of the civil society in British Columbia for thirty years\, whose recent book “Inside Intercultural Canada” has been reviewed by the former BC Premier and Federal Minister of Health\, Hon. Ujjal Dosanjh \nPaul Mulangu\, Director of the Centre of Integration for African Immigrants (CIAI) \nZaskya Mousseau\, BC Francophone Immigration Network Coordinator\, will provide an overview of ethnocultural associations of BC \nTo conclude the floor will be opened for a general “Q and A” session where participants will be invited to pose questions to panelists. \nTO REGISTER CLICK HERE:https://amssa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlduusrT8iGNB0OmIgIEmJQ2qrJStTRBGP
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/diversity-and-inclusion-strengthening-the-settlement-and-integration-of-francophone-racialized-communities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220124T220839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T220932Z
UID:22045-1645020000-1645027200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Income Tax Return
DESCRIPTION:این جلسه به زبان فارسی ارایه میگردد.\nموضوعات این جلسه:\nمدارک لازم – انواع مالیات و مالیات بر درآمد\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen:\nWed – Feb. 16\, 2022\n2:00 – 4:00PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere:\nBy Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCall or email : Samim\n236-688-8275\nAbdul.Samim@issbc.org\n\n\n\nEvent Flyer
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/income-tax-return/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220223T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220218T183851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T184141Z
UID:22275-1645635600-1645641000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Parenting Matters at MPNH presents: Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on how uncertainty affects our lives\nand our families\, creating anxiety and unrest. The facilitator\nwill share tools to deal with it in order to improve our\nwellbeing.\nMount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\n800 East Broadway\, Vancouver\nUnceded Coast Salish Territory\nFacilitated by Luz Stella Jara\nLuz Stella is a Certified Positive Psychology Coach from\nthe Wholebeing Institute and Mindfulness Instructor. \nTo Register Here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=eP7yWR7NhUWFIEUwHOtU1J0DVFyZxZROjPHBhEqm-V5UOERDMjkzWFNDVjJVV0M0QU9SOERLWURaVy4u \nFlyer \nFor more information\nplease call Carmen at 236-756-0020
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/parenting-matters-at-mpnh-presents-uncertainty/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220302T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220218T184718Z
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UID:22282-1646215200-1646224200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSATalk:  INDIGENOUS LEADERS’ CIRCLE
DESCRIPTION:In this AMSSATalk\, Indigenous Leaders will engage in a dialogue about truth\, reconciliation\, and decolonization. The purpose is for Settlement Providers to learn from the stewards of this land; to share\, listen\, and build relations by respectfully participating in a discussion and asking questions.  \nFrom June to August 2021\, AMSSA facilitated a series of Indigenous Dialogue Circles\, to connect BCSIS settlement service providers with the understanding that we are supporting settlement on unceded and occupied territories. Led by Norm Leech\, Executive Director of the Vancouver Aboriginal Community Policing Centre\, the Circles were an opportunity for participants to learn about how they could relate to Indigenous people and how they could center Indigenous presence in their work and in their connection with newcomers. \nThroughout the conversations\, four key themes emerged: Indigenous Worldview versus Colonized Worldview\, the concept that We All Have Our Own Indigeneity\, Intergenerational Trauma and the Inherited Survivor Spirit\, and Decolonization. \nThe Indigenous Leaders’ Circle will continue the conversation and be an opportunity for further exploration of these themes. Katie Crocker\, AMSSA’s CEO\, will facilitate a free-flowing discussion with four Indigenous Leaders\, Norm Leech\, Tabatha Frank\, Lorelei Williams\, and JB the First Lady. Viewers will then be invited to connect with participants in a Q&A session. \nCLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING: https://amssa-org.zoom.us/j/83444148592?pwd=NWUvVm44TXhsb3NHbEYyY0lRTVJiZz09#success \nLocation: Zoom\nMeeting ID: 834 4414 8592\nPasscode: 381669
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssatalk-indigenous-leaders-circle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220302T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220113T192237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T192809Z
UID:21869-1646218800-1646236800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:UBC SPRING VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR 2022
DESCRIPTION:Interested in recruiting UBC talent? This is a friendly reminder that the early bird pricing to register for the UBC Spring Virtual Career Fair 2022 is ending on January 15\, 2022. We would love to invite your organization to connect with 55\,000+ students and 320\,000+ alumni from a variety of disciplines. \nDATE & TIME: Wednesday\, March 2\, 2022 from 11 AM to 4 PM (PST) \nLOCATION: Symplicity Virtual Fair Platform on UBC CareersOnline \nPRICING: Check out our website for the full list of exhibitor packages:\nhttps://hireastudent.ubc.ca/campus/career-fairs/ \nREGISTRATION: To register\, please log into CareersOnline. If you do not have an employer account\, then please sign up for a new one. Once logged in\, please select “UBC Spring Virtual Career Fair 2022 – Register Now” on the top right corner. \nRegister here by January 15th for the Early Bird rate! \nhttps://ubc-csm.symplicity.com/employers/index.php/pid468237?signin_tab=0 \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the virtual fair! Please reach out to spring.fair@ubc.ca if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/ubc-spring-virtual-career-fair-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220224T190136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T190136Z
UID:22329-1646301600-1646308800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Workshop #1: WorkSafeBC's Claims Processes
DESCRIPTION:Migrant workers can be vulnerable to unsafe work and workplace hazards\, including their health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. They often lack the knowledge\, language skills and ability to exercise their right to a safe and healthy workplace. WorkSafeBC is partnering with AMSSA to develop workshops and information for settlement agencies and their support workers to help migrant workers understand and exercise their rights and receive benefits they are entitled to as workers in BC as they relate to workplace health and safety. \nWorkshop #1: WorkSafeBC’s Claims Processes\n\nIn this workshop\, participants will learn more about the process of filing a work-related injury or disease claim with WorkSafeBC\, including the benefits covered under a claim and creating a Return to Work (RTW) Plan\, as well as claim suppression.\n\nClick here to register for Workshop #1:\nhttps://amssa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qc-Cvrz0sGNX8qveljv6wc0i2WXjDsax-
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/workshop-1-worksafebcs-claims-processes/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220224T190627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T190627Z
UID:22331-1646820000-1646827200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Workshop #2: WorkSafeBC's Enforcement Processes and Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Migrant workers can be vulnerable to unsafe work and workplace hazards\, including their health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. They often lack the knowledge\, language skills and ability to exercise their right to a safe and healthy workplace. WorkSafeBC is partnering with AMSSA to develop workshops and information for settlement agencies and their support workers to help migrant workers understand and exercise their rights and receive benefits they are entitled to as workers in BC as they relate to workplace health and safety. \nWorkshop #2: WorkSafeBC’s Enforcement Processes and Investigations \nThis workshop will cover WorkSafeBC’s enforcement of health and safety regulations\, including incident investigation. Participants will also learn about the role of Service Canada in employer investigations. \nClick here to register for Workshop #2:\nhttps://amssa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rdOuuqzIrGNSpEmY5IgByvzuRS68-ddYt \n Presenters:\nSteve Marino\nOccupational Safety Officer\, Prevention Field Services\, WorkSafeBC \nMark Douglas\nSenior Program Advisor\, Integrity Services\, Service Canada
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/workshop-2-worksafebcs-enforcement-processes-and-investigations/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220310T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220310T233233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T234401Z
UID:29116-1646899200-1646931600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:How to start a successful career with the City of Surrey information session
DESCRIPTION:Information session on starting your career in the Surrey government \nGuest Speakers from the City of Surrey: \n\n\nEmma Vinnitsky\, Employment Specialist\, Human Resources \n\n\n\nCamilla Daoud\, Community Services Assistant 5\, Youth Intervention & Diversity\, Parks\, Recreation & Culture \n\n\nDeanna Younan\, Community Services Coordinator\, Youth Intervention & Diversity\, Parks\, Recreation & Culture \n\n\n\nLearn about: \n\n\nApplication Process\nRequirements (Experience & Education)\nInterview Process\nOverview of Leisure Access Department\nPositions available within department\nHow they got started in their roles\n\nRegister in advance for this webinar: https://bit.ly/3hbixrj \nCareer Information Session
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/how-to-start-a-successful-career-with-the-city-of-surrey-information-session/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220310T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220224T185032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T185125Z
UID:22325-1646908200-1646913600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Permanent Card Renewal Information Free Webinar for Korean Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:“정확한서류 준비에관한최신 정보로 반송\,지연 없이갱신된PR카드를 받으실수 있는무료 강좌에여러분을 초대합니다. \n“❑ 강사(Speaker): 이사벨 리 (ISSofBC Tri-cities 한인 정착 상담인) \n  \n❑ 내용(Contents): 1) 시민권 수속 vs. 영주권 갱신 (Citizenship Processing vs. PR Card Renewal) \n2) 필수 서류 준비/신청서 작성을 위한 기록 관리 요령 (Required Documents/History) \n3)유효기간 경과 대처 (Expired PR Card outside Canada) \n4)여행자증명/영주권포기 (Travel Document\, Voluntarily Renouncement) \nInquiries/Registration: isabel.lee@issbc.org \n또는 778-372-6550 로 \n전화번호/이름으로 등록요청 후 전용 Zoom 링크로 입장 *영주권 정보 제공 필수 \nWorkshop Flyer  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/permanent-card-renewal-information-free-webinar-for-korean-immigrants/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220311T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220311T002150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T002150Z
UID:29124-1646992800-1646996400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Using Zoom Meetings
DESCRIPTION:If you know anyone who needs help learning to use Zoom\, this workshop could be for them. It’s a great introduction to the software\, and attendees will learn all the basics\, including how to: \n•    Join a meeting\n•    Schedule a meeting\n•    Set up your audio correctly\n•    Mute and unmute your microphone\n•    Start and stop your webcam\n•    Set a virtual background\n•    Share your screen \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/intro-to-zoom-meetings-mar-11-free-online-workshop-tickets-277943585747
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/intro-to-using-zoom-meetings/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220316T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220303T185716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T185716Z
UID:28845-1647423000-1647428400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Harassment in Migrant Worker Communities
DESCRIPTION:Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination and is defined as any unwelcome comment or conduct of a sexual nature that may detrimentally affect the work environment or lead to adverse job-related consequences for the victim of the harassment. Sexual harassment can have a serious negative impact on victims. It also impacts others in the workplace who witness it and can negatively affect employee morale and productivity. Sexual harassment may take many forms including verbal\, physical and psychological.\n\nIn this webinar we will examine the following:\n\nWhat is sexual harassment?\nWhat are the different types and forms of sexual harassment?\nWhat are the legal implications for a migrant worker experiencing sexual harassment?\nWhat are the psychological and mental health impacts on a migrant worker experiencing sexual harassment?\nSupport services for migrant workers who have faced or are facing sexual harassment in the workplace.\nHow to file a sexual harassment complaint.\n\nPresenters: \nRita Schnarr – Registered Clinical Counsellor\, Schnarr Counselling\n\nRavneet Riar – Staff Lawyer\, Migrant Workers Centre\n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://amssa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KNlAYGdZTPChJSmXb9cFBA
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/sexual-harassment-in-migrant-worker-communities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220317T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220303T192118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T192118Z
UID:28847-1647536400-1647540000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:CAREER PATHS FOR SKILLED IMMIGRANTS
DESCRIPTION:INFORMATION SESSION \nAre you an internationally educated nurse looking for support to pursue Registered Nursing in BC? \nLearn about how the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program may be able to support you in achieving your career goals. This program is free for internationally educated nurses who meet the eligibility criteria. \nPROGRAM SERVICES \nThe Career Paths services include: \n• Personalized career coaching and action planning \n• Reimbursements for some of the costs related to the registration process \n• Job search support and labour market information \n• Workshops to help you prepare for language proficiency and licensing assessments \nPROGRAM ELIGIBILITY \nThe Career Paths program eligibility criteria include: \n• Permanent resident of Canada for less than 5 years\, and not be a Canadian citizen \n• High intermediate to advanced level of English \n• At least 1 year of experience in your field (up to age 31) or 3 years of experience (31 years+) \n• Not receiving Income Assistance\, and cannot have received Employment Insurance in the past 5 years (exception: CERB) \nEVENT REGISTRATION \nPlease register your attendance via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/career-paths-information-session-for-iens-tickets-161145421293Flyer
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220310T232040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T232900Z
UID:29114-1647594000-1647599400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Advancing Climate Justice: Harnessing African Women’s Leadership
DESCRIPTION:The month of March is Women’s History Month\, a unique period that marks women’s historical and contemporary achievements across the world. In line with this significant moment and the impetus for gender equality\, the African Women’s Leadership Series celebrates African women’s outstanding contributions and examines the prevailing challenges that still require intensified investments for change to empower women. \nFor our third instalment in the series\, we are celebrating African women leading on climate justice. As the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report recently published in February 2022 shows\, women are disproportionately impacted by climate change particularly in Africa\, but our guests are climate champions that have overcome the barriers. They are Prof. Okorodudu-Fubara\, one of the founding mothers of environmental justice research and education who laid the foundation for climate justice work in Africa\, and Ms. Joyce Msuya\, a United Nations leader who has worked hard to advance climate justice in global policy and Africa. Our honorees will share their journeys\, challenges\, and advice to emerging young female climate leaders. There will also be an opportunity to ask them questions. \nWelcome remarks will be given by Nellie Kamau\, a student in the Master of Public Policy and Global Affairs program at the UBC School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. \nOur moderator is Ms. Elsabé Boshoff. She is an emerging female African leader in environmental justice whose work has supported the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights. \nCo-hosts: This event is brought to you on behalf of the Liu Institute Network for Africa (LINA)\, and the Collective for Gender+ in Research\, hosted at the University of British Columbia’s Office for Regional and International Community Engagement (ORICE)\, all within the UBC School of Public Policy and Global Affairs (SPPGA). \n  \nTO REGISTER CLICK HERE: https://sppga.ubc.ca/events/event/advancing-climate-justice-harnessing-african-womens-leadership/
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/advancing-climate-justice-harnessing-african-womens-leadership/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T230000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220311T002454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T002454Z
UID:29126-1647597600-1647644400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Safety & Privacy
DESCRIPTION:We’ll discuss dangers common to most social media platforms\, specifically looking at platforms such as Facebook\, Twitter\,  Instagram\, and other apps. Topics include: \n•    Sharing on social media safely\n•    Limiting public social media presence\n•    Configuring app privacy settings\n•    Creating strong passwords\n•    Common social media scams\n•    Online harassment \n TO REGISTER CLICK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/social-media-safety-privacy-march-18-free-online-workshop-tickets-277958901557
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/social-media-safety-privacy/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220322T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220310T231723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T231723Z
UID:29112-1647955800-1647961200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:ANTI-VIOLENCE:  INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
DESCRIPTION:In this Virtual Information Session\, representatives from Family Services of Greater Vancouver\, BC Society of Transition Houses\, and the Kamloops Sexual Assault Counselling Centre will discuss Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). \nThe World Health Organization recognizes IPV and GBV as major global public health concerns\, as they affect millions of people and can result in immediate and long-lasting health\, social and economic consequences. Additionally\, there are serious repercussions on children who are exposed to IPV. \nIn April 2020\, António Guterres\, the Secretary-General of the United Nations\, called on governments to ensure that the prevention of violence against women is a key part of their response plans for COVID-19. He implored governments to address the ‘horrifying global surge in IPV’. Reflecting global trends\, the Vancouver-based agency\, Battered Women’s Support Services\, noted that calls to their helpline increased by 400% during the pandemic. People who experience marginalization have been disproportionately impacted. \nIn this session\, Settlement Workers will learn how to identify abuse and effectively support impacted clients\, especially those with language or cultural barriers. Presenters will provide contextual information and discuss the impact of the pandemic\, as well practical strategies that frontline workers can implement and supports that they can access.  \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://amssa-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvcuGupzMqEtGYiGynBVRRZJTs-8jISDZz
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/anti-violence-intimate-partner-violence-and-gender-based-violence/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220322T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220322T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220310T230812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T230812Z
UID:29110-1647968400-1647973800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Parenting Matters at MP - Resilience and Families
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness can lead us to strengthen our RESILIENCY to face adversity and uncertainty. Let’s lean on ourselves and learn to live in the present moment and find our best friends. \nLuz Stella Jara is a Certified Positive Psychology Coach from the Wholebeing Institute and Mindfulness Instructor. \nFor more information please call Carmen at 236-756-0020. sign up here \nRegister Here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=eP7yWR7NhUWFIEUwHOtU1J0DVFyZxZROjPHBhEqm-V5UOERDMjkzWFNDVjJVV0M0QU9SOERLWURaVy4u
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/parenting-matters-at-mp-resilience-and-families/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220322T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032006
CREATED:20220310T230357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T230455Z
UID:29108-1647975600-1647975600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:How to Successfully Re-Enter the Banking Sector
DESCRIPTION:Hear from a hiring manager and successful newcomers on how to start a successful career in the Canadian banking industry \n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this webinar: https://bit.ly/3JX42Ul \n\n\nGuest Speakers: \n\n\nShane O’Driscoll\, Branch Manager\, RBC Meeting Place \n\n\n\nDalya Gomaa\, Newcomer Banking Advisor\, RBC Meeting Place \n\n\n\nLearn about: \n\n\nHow to get your application noticed\nThe application and interview process at RBC\nExpected education and skills\nPotential entry level positions\nOpportunities for growth within RBC\nThe experience of a successful newcomer
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/how-to-successfully-re-enter-the-banking-sector/
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