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SUMMARY:Walk for Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:Walk for Reconciliation\nJoin the 2017 Walk for Reconciliation in Vancouver! The Walk for Reconciliation is a positive movement to build better relationships among Indigenous peoples and all Canadians. This bold vision calls on everyone of all ages\, all backgrounds\, all cultures and all faiths to come together as communities and as individuals. \nNow is the time to transform and renew relationships among Indigenous peoples and all Canadians. The act of walking and sharing our stories joins us in a commitment to create a new way forward for reconciliation. \nJoin and support the spirit of ‘Namwayut – We are all one. \nTogether\, let’s walk for reconciliation on September 24\, 2017 \nSunday\, September 24th\n9:30am – Marshalling at Queen Elizabeth outdoor plaza\n10:15am – Walk begins \nLearn more and register by clicking here. \nReconciliation Expo\nGather at Strathcona Park for a series of Indigenous and multi-cultural performances and a keynote speech.\nOpens at 11:00am.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/walk-for-reconciliation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170922T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
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SUMMARY:AMSSA's Annual General Meeting & 40th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AMSSA’s 40th Annual General Meeting! \nEvent Details: \n\nWhere: Room MP4\, Creekside Community Centre\, 1 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\, BC\nWhen: Friday\, September 22\, 2017 from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm\n\nRegistration: \nPlease RSVP by September 18. Contact us at communications@amssa.org. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nIndigenous Welcome\nSpecial screening of the AMSSA’s 40th Anniversary video\n2017 Diversity Awards sponsored by Eclipse Awards\nAppetizers and beverages by the Friendship Catering Service\nPhotobooth by Imagecube\n\nEvent Sponsors: \n\nEclipse Awards\nDaniel’s Chocolates\nBakery Sate\n\nMore details to come soon
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssas-annual-general-meeting-40th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Creekside Community Recreation Centre\, 1 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170921T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170901T233309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T233309Z
UID:9563-1505973600-1506103200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:In-TAC 3rd Virtual Career Expo
DESCRIPTION:In-TAC 3rd Virtual Career Expo is an initiative of International Talent Acquisition Centre (In-TAC)\, the employment services division of the Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre (OCCSC). In-TAC Pre-Arrival Services for new immigrants is a national program managed by In-TAC\, in partnership with Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)\, Immigrant Services Calgary (ISC) and Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre (OCCSC). The program is funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). \nThe Virtual Career Expo is open to all job seekers legally eligible to work in Canada\, including permanent residents\, refugees\, pre-arrival immigrants to Canada\, work permit holders\, and Canadian citizens. Job seekers are encouraged to pre-register for this free online event at https://www.in-tac-expo.com. Registration will be open until September 20\, 2017.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/in-tac-3rd-virtual-career-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170901T213337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T213428Z
UID:9547-1505901600-1505905200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:BC JobConnect - Giving Newcomers a Career Head Start
DESCRIPTION:Join IEC-BC’s webinar: BC JobConnect – Giving Newcomers a Career Head Start \nBC JobConnect is a customized\, free online talent tool created to connect job-ready newcomers in BC to employers. It provides a platform for newcomer job seekers to showcase their skills\, education and work experience to find employment\, while assisting employers to address their workforce needs. While many employers are experiencing labour shortages and recognize the skills that Canadian newcomers can bring to their company\, they often don’t know how to connect with these newcomers. Employers registered on BC JobConnect have access to a growing database of job-ready newcomer candidates\, who have uploaded their profiles into the database. \nDuring this webinar\, participants will learn about the benefits of the new tool and will get a walk through of its main features\, from both \nEvent Details: \nDate: Wednesday\, September 20\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 AM—11:00 AM PDT \nClick here to register! Please register by September 18\, 2017 \nThis webinar is in partnership with AMSSA. \nSpeaker Biography: \nFIONAN GRIFFIN is the Project Coordinator for BC JobConnect\, having been instrumental in the tool’s growth and expansion from BC Refugees JobConnect. He has a background coordinating within the construction\, banking and hospitality sectors. His expertise and skills lend to the managing of day-to-day business functions\, increasing the companies’ online presence and administrating projects. Fionan has a passion for the non-profit sector and has a joint bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Administration from the Institute of Technology Tallaght\, Ireland\, and Arnhem School of Business\, Netherlands.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/bc-jobconnect-giving-newcomers-a-career-head-start/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170905T170320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T170722Z
UID:9564-1505653200-1505660400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Co-operative Housing
DESCRIPTION:ISSofBC in Collaboration with St. Mary’s Migrant Ministry presents “Co-operative Housing”. \nDate & Time: September 17\, 2017\, 1pm-3pm \nLocation: Seminar Room\, School Gym\, St. Mary’s Parish\n5239 Joyce Street\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 4G8 \nJoin in a free interactive discussion about:\n• What is a Housing Co-op? How does it differ from other housing options?\n• What are the advantages of Co-op Housing?\n• Who is eligible to apply?\n• How does one apply – forms\, documents\, processing time\, etc.? \nSpeaker: Fiona Jackson\, Member Engagement and Communications Director Co-operative Housing Federation of BC \nTo register or to get more information\, please contact:\nLenn Castro at stmarysmigrant@gmail.com\nResochita Arma at resochita.arma@issbc.org or 604-684-7498 ext. 1666
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/co-operative-housing/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Parish\, 5239 Joyce Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5R 4G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170916T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170901T232525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T232632Z
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SUMMARY:Authentic Chilean Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for a workshop on Authentic Chilean Cuisine. \nDate & Time: September 16\, 2017\, 3:30pm to 7:30pm \nLocation: 800 E Broadway\, Vancouver \nTickets: $5 adults and youth\n$2.5 (children 5 – 12 yrs.) \nCome and learn practical skills to prepare a traditional Chilean meal. Enjoy making new friends and connecting with neighbours\, share about Canadian life and culture.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/9559/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Lamin Kassama":MAILTO:LKassama@mpnh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170818T202624Z
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UID:9457-1505415600-1505415600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Acting Against Racism: Strategies for Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:North Shore Multicultural Society presents Acting Against Racism: Strategies for Moving Forward \nDate & Time: September 14\, 2017\, 7pm-9pm \nLocation: Kay Meek Centre\, 1700 Mathers Avenue\, West Vancouver \nHave recent national and international events made you feel uncertain or helpless about what you can do to prevent racist or discriminatory behaviour on the North Shore? \nRacism is not new and neither is Islamophobia\, but police-reported hate crimes have recently increased in Canada\, leaving many of us wondering how we can avoid being victims or bystanders. \nNSMS will be joined by keynote speakers: Sunera Thobani and Handel Kashope Wright \nA panel discussion will be moderated by Margaret Gallagher. \nJoin NSMS and continue the momentum of resiliency and hope as active participants who see building an inclusive North Shore as a top priority. \nThe event is free but RSVP is required: RSVP online at http://actingagainstracism.brownpapertickets.com or call 604-973-0457 \nEvent website: http://nsiip.ca/acting-against-racism/ \nEvent Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/247255045775277 \nOrganized and Managed by: North Shore Immigrant Inclusion Partnership and North Shore Multicultural Society \nVenue Partner: Kay Meek Centre \nWe thank our Sponsors: Capilano University\, Vancity\, Back in Motion\, Mulgrave School\, SIETAR\, and North Shore News
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/acting-against-racism-strategies-for-moving-forward/
LOCATION:Kay MeekCentre\, 1700 Mathers Avenue\, West Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170913T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170901T213903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T213937Z
UID:9548-1505296800-1505302200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Supporting Clients with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Building on the information shared in the January 2016 Migration Matters Supporting Newcomers with Disabilities edition and responding to the need for more resources for newcomers with disabilities\, this 90-minute webinar will explore barriers to accessing settlement services for newcomers with disabilities and how providers can improve accessibility to assist clients’ integration into communities. \nThis webinar will focus on \n\nphysical disabilities (dexterity\, mobility\, seeing\, hearing\, etc.)\naccessibility and inclusion (including inclusive language)\nthe Canadian context of disability awareness\ncase studies and available resources for settlement and language providers\n\nThis webinar is designed to equip managers\, instructors of LINC and frontline staff with information on how to support clients with disabilities and how to provide them with referrals to other supporting organizations. \nEvent details: \nDate: Wednesday\, September 13\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 am (PDT) \nClick here to register! Please register by September 12\, 2017 \nSpeakers: \nKaren Williams\, Manager of Accessibility Initiatives\,\nSocial Policy and Research Council of British Columbia (SPARC BC) \nSam Turcott\, Program Director\,\nDisability Alliance BC
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-supporting-clients-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170905T200614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T201032Z
UID:9573-1504951200-1504969200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Guided Capilano Hike!
DESCRIPTION:Join YMCA for a fun day out led by energetic and knowledgeable guide Erik Graff! \nGet fit while learning about the local history and environment\nVisit the salmon hatchery\nConnect with new people in this beautiful surrounding in North Vancouver \nFor Permanent Residents only. FREE but you must register. \nEvent details: \nWhen: Saturday\, September 9 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nMeet at: Robert Lee YMCA\, main lobby level\nRegistration: www.eventbrite.ca or 604.673.6197
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/guided-capilano-hike/
LOCATION:Robert Lee YMCA\, 955 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170818T202359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T202359Z
UID:9455-1503907200-1503939600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:NSMS - Retail Connections for Immigrant Youth
DESCRIPTION:North Shore Multicultural Society presents Retail Connections an Immigrant youth retail employment Program. \nJoin the program! The program offers: \n\n4 days of daily group-training sessions including:\n\nRetail specific trainings\nJob search skills and education coaching\nEmployment connections\n\n\nIndustry recognized short term training certificates:\n\nWorld Host Customer Service\nFood Safe Level 1\nEmergency First Aid\n\n\n8 weeks of one-to-one coaching and job-search support\n\nLocation: YWCA WorkBC Employment Services Centre\, 980 West 1st Street #106\, North Vancouver\, BC V7P 3N4 \nStart Date: August 28 – September 22\, 2017 \nFor the poster and criteria\, click here. \nFor more information and to register\, please contact: Katrina Geronimo & Srishti Arya: retailconnections@nsms.ca or telephone #: 778-927-2931
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/nsms-retail-connections-for-immigrant-youth/
LOCATION:YWCA WorkBC\, Employment Services Centre\, 106\, 980 West 1st Street\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7P 3N4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170731T231612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T231612Z
UID:9353-1503752400-1503759600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Resume and Cover Letter Writing - Free Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join MOSAIC for their free workshop on resume and cover letter writing. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nTips in writing a resume and cover letter\nLearn the basic principles of resumes and cover letters\n\nWhen: August 26\, 2017 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nWhere: MOSAIC\, 5902 Kingsway\, Burnaby\nEligible clients include: Temporary Foreign Workers\, Caregivers\, Permanent Residents\, Citizens and International Students \nFor registration\, please contact Rey at 604-438-8214 or rblasco@mosaicbc.org \n*Please bring your SIN or Unique Client ID to complete registration
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/resume-and-cover-letter-writing-free-workshop/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Burnaby\, 5902 Kingway \, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170822T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170811T212431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170811T212431Z
UID:9416-1503396000-1503405000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:A New Life in Canada: Safe Driving in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Join the Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society for a workshop on Safe Driving in Canada! \nEvent Details: \nDate: Tuesday\, August 22nd 2017\nTime: 10 am- 12:30 pm \nLocation: PICS Surrey Headquarters\nAddress: #205-12725-80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC \nPICS will be having guest speakers from ICBC and the Surrey RCMP to talk about topics related to general traffic regulations in Canada\, the types of vehicle insurance\, how to avoid heavy fines in case of an accident and what you should do in case of an accident or dispute a traffic ticket\, permanent license requirements\, and how to object if the request is denied\, that in addition to many other related topics. They will be available to answer any inquiries or concerns you may have.\nThis is a free event\, please contact Tamam Hasan at 604-596-7722 ext. 133 to register. \nRefreshments will be provided.\nFree daycare is available during the workshop.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/a-new-life-in-canada-safe-driving-in-canada/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170731T230221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T230221Z
UID:9351-1503136800-1503158400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Citizenship Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Join MOSAIC for a 1-day workshop to prepare for Canadian citizenship. The session will be facilitated by MOSAIC staff.  MOSAIC will discuss topics such as Canada’s history\, symbols\, government and geography\, as well as the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. \nFree service. Registration required. \nEvent details: \nWhen: Saturday\, August 9 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nLocation: 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\nLanguages: In English with Chinese support\nRegistration: echan@mosaicbc.org or 604-438-8214 ext. 209 \n*Please have PR number ready when registering and please bring pens\, paper and the Discover Canada book (if possible).
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/citizenship-preparation/
LOCATION:Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170818T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170731T175432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T215044Z
UID:9333-1503050400-1503064800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Job & Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join the Multicultural Helping House Society for their Annual Job and Career Fair. \nMulticultural Helping House and Network Resource Centre is a non-profit organization that serves new immigrants in different areas of their settlement needs. We have been part of the Vancouver Community since 1996. \nFair Details:\n4802 Fraser Street (on 32nd Avenue)\nVancouver\, BC V5V 4H4 \nDate: August 18\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm \nEmployers / Participants at the Fair in Healthcare\, Finance\, Fastfood\, Hospitality\, etc. \nCome with your Resumes!!! \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/job-career-fair/
LOCATION:Multicultural Helping House Society\, 4802 Fraser Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170817T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170817T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170812T000241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170812T000251Z
UID:9423-1502978400-1502985600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:North Shore Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:North Shore WorkBC is hosting a JOB FAIR open to all job seekers. \nPart-time jobs for students and full-time jobs for everyone! \nFeatured employers:\nA&W (food/beverage)\nAlliance Maintenance (janitorial)\nComfort Keepers (healthcare/care homes)\nGrouse Mountain Resorts (tourism/hospitality)\nHudson’s Bay (clothing/retail)\nPaladin Security (security services)\nPizza Hut (food/beverage)\nRBC Royal Bank of Canada (banking)\nShaw Communications (telecommunications)\nShoppers Drug Mart (retail/pharmacy)\nSun Life Financial (insurance/finance)\nTacofino (food/beverage)\nTutor Doctor North Shore (education/tutoring)\nWhole Foods (retail)\nZwilling J. A. Henckels (retail)\nSun Life Financial will be delivering a presentation from 1 pm to 2 pm about their company culture\, hiring practices and positions available. \nPlease arrive before 1 pm if interested in attending their presentation. The job fair will start after the presentation\, at 2 pm.\nBring your resume\, dress professionally and prepare your best elevator pitch!\nWhen: Thursday\, August 17 2017 from 2 pm to 4 pm\nWhere: WorkBC North Shore – Unit 106\, 980 W 1st Street\, North Vancouver\, BC \nRegister for the job fair by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/north-shore-job-fair/
LOCATION:North Shore Work BC\, 980 West 1st Street\, Unit 106\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7P 3N4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170817T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170817T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170818T201713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T201713Z
UID:9454-1502965800-1502973000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Women Employment Readiness Program
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Community Multicultural Society presents the Women Employment Readiness Program (WERP) \nFree workshop that provides women with 12 sessions of training  designed to: \n\nEnhance essential employability skills and  interests\nIncrease confidence in looking for job\nEnhance understanding of job-related skills\nResume and Cover letter writing\nJob search techniques\nInterview preparation\nOn-line Applications\nCustomer Service training\nLife Skills\nDevelop self-marketing skills and tools\nMicrosoft office training (Word\, Excel\, Power point\, keyboard typing\, Access and Outlook.\nVisiting workplace\n Connect with employers\n\nTransportation assistance and child minder are available upon  request (No Drop Ins). \nStart Date: August 17th 2017 from 10:30 to 12:30 (Every Thursday and Friday)\nFor registration : Email: mozhgan@rmcs.bc.ca or jason@rmcs.bc.ca Or call Mozhgan or Jason (Employment Counsellor)\n604-248-0433
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/women-employment-readiness-program/
LOCATION:Richmond Multicultural Community Services\, 220 - 4351 No. 3 Road\, Richmond\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170731T225653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T225653Z
UID:9350-1502272800-1502280000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Free RESP Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Little Mountain Neighbourhood House and the Family Services of Greater Vancouver for a Free RESP Workshop. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nRegistered Education Savings Plan\nFree government money for your child’s education\nHow to get an RESP at startmyresp.ca/FSGV\n\nEvent details: \nWhen: Wednesday\, August 9 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\nRegistration: E-mail: mehak_sharma@lmnhs.bc.ca or call 604-879-7104 \n*Childminding available upon request.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/free-resp-workshop/
LOCATION:Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170731T222949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T223043Z
UID:9339-1502024400-1502038800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:39th Annual Vancouver Pride Parade
DESCRIPTION:Show your Pride August 6th. The Pride Parade is a staple of the Vancouver summer calendar\, and it may be bigger than ever. Come for the amazing floats\, fun colours\, and to show what pride means to you. \nJoin us at Sunset Beach if you’d like to continue the celebrations or just come for the Parade. \nEvent details: \nWhen: Sunday\, August 6 at 12:00pm\nWhere: West End\, Vancouver \nFor more details click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/39th-annual-vancouver-pride-parade/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170803T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170803T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170731T222126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170731T223157Z
UID:9336-1501779600-1501786800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Welcome to Vancouver: A Panel Discussion to support LGBTQ2+ Refugees
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Pride Society in partnership with the Vancouver Branch of the Canadian International Council are hosting the inaugural Vancouver Pride Society LGBTQ2+ human rights panel discussion. This event will provide the Vancouver LGBTQ2+ community with an annual forum to bring together leaders within the LGBTQ2+ community\, allies and government together to discuss important human rights issues impacting the community. The inaugural event will be a panel discussion on LGBTQ2+ refugees in Canada. \nThe event will be a panel discussion highlighting local and national non-profit organizations (Rainbow Refugee\, Rainbow Railroad) that support LGBTQ2+ refugees in both Vancouver and Canada. It will also highlight the personal stories of LGBTQ2+ refugees that have made Vancouver their home and their harrowing stories of courage\, strength and survival. \nThe cost of the event will be $20 with proceeds being given to Rainbow Refugee. \nEvent Details: \nWhen: Thursday\, August 3 at 5:00 pm\nWhere: SFU Segal Building\, 500 Granville Street\, Vancouver\, BC\nCost: $20.00 / ticket \nFor more details and to buy tickets click here. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/welcome-to-vancouver-a-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:SFU Segal Building\, 500 Granville Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170703T045708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T045708Z
UID:9201-1500571800-1500579000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Excited\, Exhausted and Emotional: Adjusting to parenthood
DESCRIPTION:Parenting Matters at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (MPNH) presents: Excited\, Exhausted and Emotional: Adjusting to parenthood – a chance to learn and discuss about parental stress and what helps. \nLearn more about the event by clicking here.\nEvent details:\nWhen: Thursday\, July 20th\, 2017 at 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 East Broadway\, Vancouver\nParticipant fee: $5.00 (recommended) \nChildminding & snacks available \nTo register\, contact Carment at ccontreras@mpnh.org or call 604-879-8208 ext. 202
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/excited-exhausted-and-emotional-adjusting-to-parenthood/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170716T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170716T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170703T045005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T045108Z
UID:9197-1500193800-1500208200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:2017 S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Walk with the Dragon
DESCRIPTION:Join S.U.C.C.E.S.S. at its annual Walk with the Dragon event. \nAlso\, join the 2nd Annual Walk with the Dragon Radiothon:\nJuly 15\, 2017 from 8am – Midnight\nTelephone: 604-263-1320 \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2017-s-u-c-c-e-s-s-walk-with-the-dragon/
LOCATION:Lumbermen’s Arch\, Stanley Park\,  3301 Stanley Park Dr\, Vancouver\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170703T051429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170703T051429Z
UID:9202-1499778000-1499785200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA E-Symposium: Parenting in a New Country
DESCRIPTION:Event information: \nEach family is unique\, with a number of different factors influencing parenting styles\, including family structure\, culture\, values\, beliefs\, language\, health\, education and location\, to name a few. Newcomer families often juggle integration while preserving their own cultures and languages. As a result\, parenting styles or expectations may be different and newcomers may have difficulty adapting or blending their parenting style once in Canada. \nThis E-Symposium will look at parenting from a newcomer perspective\, discuss various settlement supports that influence parenting in Canada\, and learn the role of the educator and the curriculum taught in the school system. \nThis E-Symposium will discuss the role that settlement staff and LINC instructors play in the adaptation process. \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, July 11\, 2017\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (PDT)\nLocation: Online\nRegistration deadline: Monday\, July 10\, 2017 at 3:00 pm\n\nTo register\, click here. \nPresenters: \n\nFrances Clarke\, Online Resource Developer for LINC Programs\, ISSofBC\nJaswinder Sandhu\, Settlement Counselor\, Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society\nKhatereh Masudi\, Settement Worker in Schools (SWIS) Coordinator\, North Shore Multicultural Society’\nNina Vacca\, LINC childcare Manager\, Collingwood Neighbourhood House
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-e-symposium-parenting-in-a-new-country/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170707T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170529T185449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170529T185449Z
UID:9027-1499427000-1499454000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Golf Fore CCS Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Golf Fore CCS Tournament is a fun charity tournament raising funds supporting programs in need\, including early years\, families\, immigrants\, seniors & youth services. 100% of funds raised stay in Chilliwack and will benefit residents from “twinkle to twighlight.” \nWhen: July 7\, 2017\n11:30 am Registration\n1:00 pm Shot Gun Start\nTexas Scramble \nWhere: Chilliwack Golf Club \nThe event includes: \n\n18 holes of golf\nShared cart\nBBQ Dinner\nOn course refreshments\nContests and prizes\nHole in One\n\nClick here to view the poster.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/golf-fore-ccs-tournament/
LOCATION:Chilliwack Golf Club\, 41894 Yale Road\, Chilliwack\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170629T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170407T222444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170407T222444Z
UID:8747-1498741200-1498753800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Prism Education Series - Transgender Inclusion 101
DESCRIPTION:Trans Inclusion 101- With Nikki Zawadzki and Kelendria Nation \nThis session will focus on developing skills to welcome and support trans and gender diverse individuals in a variety of social service and\nhealthcare settings. The goal of this session is to increase safety and access to services for trans and gender diverse individuals\, in order to promote health and wellness. \nTarget audience: Nurses\, physicians\, social workers\, counsellors\, mental health and addiction workers\, housing workers\, outreach teams\, shelter staff\, etc. In addition\, we strongly encourage managers\, supervisors\, directors and administrative/support staff to attend. Students and volunteers working in the health and social service field are also welcome. \n*This session is free of charge\, but registration is required. Please cancel your registration if you are unable to attend as we have a wait list. \nThis session will cover: \n\nthe difference between gender identity and sexual orientation\nlanguage & key concepts relating to trans people\nwhat transition may involve & issues unique to trans individuals\nintersectionality\, colonization and marginalized identities\nsocietal discrimination and family rejection\nreview of current health literature\nallyship for non-LGBT2Q+ folks\ncreating more inclusive environments\ngender –affirming policy and practice recommendations\navailable resources\n\nRegister by clicking here. \nAccessibility: \nThe Eye Care Centre is a fragrance free space; please refrain from wearing perfume\, cologne or other scented products. \nThe Eye Care Centre is wheelchair accessible. \nIf you require ASL\, or other accomodations\, please email prism@vch.ca \nAlso\, there is absolutely no food or drink permitted in the auditorium. There is a snack shop on the 2nd floor of the building that you may access during the break.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/prism-education-series-transgender-inclusion-101-2/
LOCATION:Eye Care Centre – Vancouver General Hospital\, 2550 Willow Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 3N9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Prism Services%2C Vancouver Coastal Health":MAILTO:prism@vch.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170609T224850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170609T225708Z
UID:9104-1498050000-1498060800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:National Aboriginal Day at Trout Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join YMCA for the biggest celebration of Aboriginal culture of the year! \n\nVisit the Teepee Village;\nEnjoy the Aboriginal Art Displays;\nWatch the Dancing and Music Performances in the beautiful surrounding of Trout Lake; and\nGreat for the whole family.\n\nEvent details: \nWhen: Wednesday\, June 21\, 2017\nTime: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nMeet at: Nanaimo Skytrain Station \nThis is event for permanent residents only. FREE\, but registration is required. Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/national-aboriginal-day-at-trout-lake/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170529T185902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170529T185902Z
UID:9029-1497427200-1497459600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Summer 2017 Open House: Mixed Language Exchange
DESCRIPTION:For men and women who want to exchange a language – any language! \nWhen: June 14\, 2017 from 6pm – 8pm \nWhere: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\n3981 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/summer-2017-open-house-mixed-language-exchange/
LOCATION:Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170511T011730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170511T012305Z
UID:8933-1496581200-1496595600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Great Canadian Pony-Up Derby
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/great-canadian-pony-up-derby/
LOCATION:Hastings Racecourse\, 188 N. Renfrew Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170529T175727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170529T175837Z
UID:9019-1496484000-1496505600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Voyages Youth Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join MOSAIC for an eventful day of story-telling on June 3\, 2017. The day will focus on youth violence and will: \n\nRaise awareness of youth victimization;\nProvide information on the impacts of youth violence victimization;\nProvide youth with personal protective skills for crime prevention; and\nProvide resources for youth and their families.\n\nThis is event is for youth ages 14 – 24 years old. \nEvent details: \nWhen: Saturday\, June 3\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nWhere: SFU Surrey Campus\, 205 – 13450 120nd Avenue\, Surrey\, BC \nLunch will be provided. \nRegistration is Free. Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/voyages-youth-conference/
LOCATION:Simon Fraser University – Surrey Campus\, 250 - 13450 102 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, V3T 0A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170603T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170529T183342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170529T183342Z
UID:9025-1496484000-1496500200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Spring Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:South Granville Seniors Centre presents the Spring Bazaar \nEvent Details: \nWhen: Saturday\, June 3 from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm\nWhere: 1420 W. 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\nContact: 604-732-0812 \nThe event includes: \nAuction | Books | Jewelry | Vintage Antiques | Household Goods | Artwork | Fresh Baking | Hand-knitted Items \nSoup and Sandwich lunch at $7.00 \nAdmission is free! \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/spring-bazaar/
LOCATION:South Granville Seniors Centre\, 1420 W 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170525T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T150245
CREATED:20170407T222347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170407T222347Z
UID:8746-1495717200-1495729800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Prism Education Series - Transgender Inclusion 101
DESCRIPTION:Trans Inclusion 101- With Nikki Zawadzki and Kelendria Nation \nThis session will focus on developing skills to welcome and support trans and gender diverse individuals in a variety of social service and\nhealthcare settings. The goal of this session is to increase safety and access to services for trans and gender diverse individuals\, in order to promote health and wellness. \nTarget audience: Nurses\, physicians\, social workers\, counsellors\, mental health and addiction workers\, housing workers\, outreach teams\, shelter staff\, etc. In addition\, we strongly encourage managers\, supervisors\, directors and administrative/support staff to attend. Students and volunteers working in the health and social service field are also welcome. \n*This session is free of charge\, but registration is required. Please cancel your registration if you are unable to attend as we have a wait list. \nThis session will cover: \n\nthe difference between gender identity and sexual orientation\nlanguage & key concepts relating to trans people\nwhat transition may involve & issues unique to trans individuals\nintersectionality\, colonization and marginalized identities\nsocietal discrimination and family rejection\nreview of current health literature\nallyship for non-LGBT2Q+ folks\ncreating more inclusive environments\ngender –affirming policy and practice recommendations\navailable resources\n\nRegister by clicking here. \nAccessibility: \nThe Eye Care Centre is a fragrance free space; please refrain from wearing perfume\, cologne or other scented products. \nThe Eye Care Centre is wheelchair accessible. \nIf you require ASL\, or other accomodations\, please email prism@vch.ca \nAlso\, there is absolutely no food or drink permitted in the auditorium. There is a snack shop on the 2nd floor of the building that you may access during the break.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/prism-education-series-transgender-inclusion-101/
LOCATION:Eye Care Centre – Vancouver General Hospital\, 2550 Willow Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 3N9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Prism Services%2C Vancouver Coastal Health":MAILTO:prism@vch.ca
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