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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:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170731T225653Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170803T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170803T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170707T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170603T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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:20260423T161610
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170511T013526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170511T013658Z
UID:8936-1495620000-1495627200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Connecting Refugee Private Sponsor Groups with Settlement  Service Providers
DESCRIPTION:Settlement organizations play an important role in refugee resettlement. Also of importance\, is the growing role of the private sponsor. This webinar will discuss best practices of how settlement serving organizations can better connect and support private sponsor groups to address the following: \n\nProvide examples of how frontline workers can support privately sponsored refugees during their initial settlement in BC\nClarify the role of sponsors and the roles of settlement organizations to have a better understanding of how to support refugees during their initial settlement in BC\nHow settlement organizations can best connect to private sponsor groups\nA mutual understanding between settlement organizations and private sponsors on roles and responsibilities\, managing expectations\, cultural awareness\, and ethical considerations\n\nThis webinar is designed to equip managers\, instructors of LINC and frontline staff with information on how to support privately sponsored refugees and how to work collaboratively with the sponsoring group. \nEvent Details & Registration \n\nDate: Wednesday\, May 24\, 2017\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (PDT)\nLocation: Online\nRegister by Tuesday\, May 23\, 2017\n\nClick here to Register \nPresenters \nBrian Dyck\nMigration and Resettlement Program Coordinator\, MCC Canada \nEkaterina Pak\nRegional Manager\, Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP)\, administered by Catholic Crosscultural Services \nSaleem Spindari\nManager of Refugee Settlement Support Projects\, MOSAIC
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/connecting-refugee-private-sponsor-groups-with-settlement-service-providers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
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SUMMARY:Back in Motion’s 3rd Annual Diversity Conference: Creating Strength through Differences
DESCRIPTION:Back in Motion’s 3rd Annual Diversity Conference: Creating Strength through Differences \nTuesday\, May 9th\, 2017 \nLast year’s conference sold out\, so make sure you act now! We have more presentations this year including: \n\nThe Impact of Human Rights on Diversity & Inclusion\nShining the Light on Youth Empowerment\n Mental Health Challenges Faced by Refugees and New Immigrants to Canada: What to Expect and How to Help\nIntroduction to Queer Competency\nPower and Diversity\nNavigating Mental Illness at Work\nEmployer Panel: Opportunities and Challenges When Hiring a Diverse Workforce\nMoving Towards Cultural Safety\nTake the Mic: Storytelling of Lived Experiences\nand others…\n\nWhere: Executive Plaza Hotel\, 405 North Rd\, Coquitlam\, BC V3K 3V9 (close to Lougheed Skytrain Station) \nWhen: Tuesday\, May 9th\, 2017 Time: 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM (registration and breakfast starts at 7:30 AM) \nCost: $80 Early Bird Price (until April 25th) includes admission to the one day conference\, continental breakfast\, and a delicious lunch \nWhat’s happening this year?  Over 10 exciting presentations to choose from as well as an employer panel. We will have booths again and of course\, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT during lunch! \nWhy should YOU attend? \n\nBreakout sessions for more discussion on workplace specific scenarios\nGain practical tools to improve client service and to create a diverse and inclusive workplace\nWe will have booths for information and resources related to diversity and inclusion\nYou’ll receive a Certificate of Attendance to submit to your respective associations for education credits (e.g. BCCDA\, HRMA\, VRA\, and others)\nGreat door prizes!\n\nHere is what people said about last year’s conference: \n“I enjoyed the variety of speakers and their different approaches to their presentations. The keynote was more academic and that set a good tone for the day\, the others were more practical and gave some nice “hands on” tips for working with diversity that I really appreciated…excellent choice in speakers and brilliant job in the order of the day.” \n  \n“I do not exaggerate when I say that this has been by far one of the most interesting and informative conferences I have attended.” \n  \n“Very well organized\, interesting topics\, very inspiring keynote speaker\, everyone in attendance was positive and open minded” \n  \nHow do I register? If you are interested in attending\, then please click on the link: www.diversityconference2017.eventbrite.ca \nFor questions\, please email diversity@backinmotion.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/back-in-motions-3rd-annual-diversity-conference-creating-strength-through-differences/
LOCATION:Executive Plaza Hotel Coquitlam\, 405 North Road\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3K 3V9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170407T224452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170407T225739Z
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SUMMARY:Retail Connections - Youth Employment and Skills Program
DESCRIPTION:RETAIL CONNECTIONS \nImmigrant Youth Retail Employment Training Program \nStart date: Monday\, May 8th\, 2017 \nThe Retail Connections Program is an employment and skills training program that helps unemployed and underemployed immigrant youth and young adults to gain the skills and experience needed to find employment in the retail and customer service industry. We also have a limited number of seats available for non-immigrant clients. \nWhat does it include? \nJob Readiness Training: \n\n4-week daily full-time classroom-based training including:\n\nJob search and Retail specific workshops\nPersonality and Career Assessment\n\n\n8-week one-on-one coaching and follow up support\n\nSkills Development: \n\nEssential Skills Assessment and Training\nRetail specific training in Customer Service and Sales\, Inventory Management\,\n\nMerchandising and Displaying and Occupational Health and Safety. \n\nWorldHost Customer Service Training and Certificate\nEmergency First Aid Training and Certificate\nFood Safe Training Certificate\nCareer Coaching\n\nJob Retention Support: \n\nPost-employment follow-up support\nPersonal management skills training\nConnections to community services\nWorkplace orientation\n\nWe welcome jobseekers who are: \n\nUnemployed or underemployed working less than 20 hours/week\nNon-EI eligible\n18-30 years old\nPermanent Residence\, Canadian Citizen or Protected Person\nIntermediate conversational English skills\nAble to commit to a minimum of 4 weeks of full-time training (Mon-Fri\, 10am-3pm)\nNot participating in another Canada Job Fund Employment Services & Support program\nResidents of the Lower Mainland\n\nProgram end date: June 2nd\, 2017 \nLocation: YWCA WorkBC Employment Services Centre \n106-980 West 1st Street\, \nNorth Vancouver BC V7P 3N4 \nPlease contact NSMS directly for further questions or clarifications at retailconnections@nsms.ca or 778-927-2931.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/retail-connections-2/
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:20170504T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170504T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170407T223017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170407T223017Z
UID:8748-1493893800-1493911800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Seniors Multicultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:South Granville Seniors Centre presents its annual\, all-ages celebration of diversity and multiculturalism the Seniors Multicultural Festival! \nWhen: May 4\, 2017\nTime: 10:30 am – 3:30 pm\nFree admission \n\n10:30-2:00: Enjoy lively performances by over 25 multicultural seniors’\ngroups\n11:30-1:00: Sample delicious food at our low-cost international food fair\n2:30-3:30: Join us for an intercultural dialogue connecting First Nations and immigrant communities\n\nInterested in performing\, contributing a dish to the food fair\, or volunteering your time for the event? Contact Clemencia Gomez at cgomez@southgranvilleseniors.ca or at 604-732-0812.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/seniors-multicultural-festival/
LOCATION:South Granville Seniors Centre\, 1420 W 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Clemencia Gomez":MAILTO:cgomez@southgranvilleseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170121T004842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170121T005031Z
UID:8141-1493888400-1494086400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:BC TEAL Annual Provincial Conference ‘Celebration’
DESCRIPTION:To highlight BC TEAL’s 50th anniversary\, our conference theme is celebration with plenary speakers Jill Hadfield\, Andy Curtis and Penny Ur. Also on offer is a pre-conference institute with morning and afternoon 3-hour workshops as well as an evening celebratory carnival. \nLearn more about the conference by clicking here. \nHave a proposal for the conference? Conference proposals are due Wednesday\, March 1\, click here to submit.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/annual-provincial-conference-celebration/
LOCATION:Vancouver Community College\, 1155 East Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="BC TEAL":MAILTO:admin@bcteal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170413T233746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T233746Z
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SUMMARY:Resource Fair for Refugee Claimants
DESCRIPTION:Options Community Services presents the Refugee Fair for Refugee Claimaints.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/resource-fair-for-refugee-claimants/
LOCATION:City Centre Library\, 10350 University Drive\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170426T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170426T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170413T234259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T234347Z
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SUMMARY:Surviving to Thriving: LBT*2SQ Women's 10 Week Support Group
DESCRIPTION: Battered Women’s Support Services presents Surviving to Thriving.  \nThis is a support group for self-identified Lesbian\, Bisexual\, Trans*\, Two Spirit and Queer Women who have experienced or are experiencing the impacts of violence and abuse\, including intimate partner violence and childhood sexual abuse. \nThis group will support participants to: \n\ngain a greater understanding of their lives and relationships as LBT*2SQ women\nexplore myths and realities about abuse and their impacts on LBT*2SQ women\nrecognize the dynamics of intimate partner violence and explore skills to build the relationships they desire\nreduce isolation\, make new connections\, and share their voice in a supportive environment\n\nTopics will include: forms of abuse\, impacts of abuse\, personal values\, relationships\, sex and sexuality\, emotions\, community\, and more. \nWhen: Wednesday 5:30 – 7:30 pm; 10 weeks April 26 – June 28\, 2017 \nFor more information and/or to join the group\, please call Kate at 604-687-1868 ext. 315 or e-mail stsw@bwss.org. \nBefore registering for this group\, all interested participants will be invited to an initial meet-up with the facilitators to assess safety concerns and how we can best ensure safety\, support\, and confidentiality. \nLOCATION: Battered Women’s Support Services in Vancouver (for confidentiality purposes please call us to obtain the address) \nAssistance with bus tickets is available.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/surviving-to-thriving-lbt2sq-womens-10-week-support-group/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170413T233453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T233453Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day in Stanley Park
DESCRIPTION:YMCA Connections presents Earth Day in Stanley Park! A free program for new immigrants. \nA fun day of activities in Vancouver’s most famous park \n\n Tours from park staff to learn about the plants and animals\nHands on activities such as weaving\, crafts\, and plant removal\nGreat for kids and adults\n\nFor permanent residents only. Registration is required. FREE!\nWhen: Saturday April 22nd 2017 from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nMeet at: Stanley Park Nature House at Lost Lagoon\, 712 Lost Lagoon Path \nTo register and for more information go to: www.eventbrite.ca OR\ncontact Adrienne at adrienne.bale@gv.ymca.ca or 604.673.6197 \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/earth-day-in-stanley-park/
LOCATION:Stanley Park\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 1Z4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170420T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170407T222148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170407T222258Z
UID:8742-1492693200-1492705800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Prism Education Series - Trans 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-trans-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170411T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170411T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161610
CREATED:20170325T032446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170325T032446Z
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SUMMARY:Successful Siblings Relationships - Free Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A 2-day workshop presented by Family Services of Greater Vancouver and Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House. \nThe workshop will present a family dynamics approach for coping with children’s fighting and strategies. \nWorkshops includes: \n\nWays to help siblings deal with their feelings about each other\nStrategies in dealing with the fighting in order to achieve more overall peace and harmony in the family\n\nWhen: April 11 & 18\nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 East Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\nCost: Free\nRegistration: Please register by contacting Carmen at 604-879-8208 ext 202 or e-mail ccontreras@mpnh.org\nChildminding is available by donation. \nClick here to view the poster.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/successful-siblings-relationships-free-workshop/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
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