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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:20260423T184229
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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:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170413T233453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T233453Z
UID:8802-1492862400-1492873200@www.amssa.org
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:20260423T184229
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:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170325T032446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170325T032446Z
UID:8616-1491931800-1491939000@www.amssa.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170323T224426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170323T224426Z
UID:8595-1491904800-1491926400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:MOSAIC's 6th Annual Career and Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Over 60 employers will be at our 2017 Career & Job Fair (see full list below). Collectively\, they will be looking to fill hundreds of positions in industries including health\, finance\, IT\, business\, hospitality\, retail\, manufacturing and trades. \nEvent details \nTuesday\, April 11\, 2017\n10:00 am – 4:00 pm \nCroatian Cultural Centre\n3250 Commercial Drive\nVancouver\, BC V5N 4E4 \nFree admission! \nClick here to learn more!
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/mosaics-6th-annual-career-and-job-fair/
LOCATION:Croatian Cultural Centre\, 3250 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5N 4E4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170404T210000
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CREATED:20170331T232459Z
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UID:8648-1491332400-1491339600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Book Launch: Wherever I Find Myself: Stories by Canadian Immigrant Women
DESCRIPTION:In their own words\, Wherever I Find Myself holds the diverse and personal stories by authors of all types of ethnicities and intersecting identities. \nJoin the  Vancouver launch on Tuesday\, April 4\, 2017 at 7 PM in the Vancouver Public Library’s Alice MacKay Room. \nLearn more about the event: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/book-launch-wherever-i-find-myself-stories-by-canadian-immigrant-women-tickets-32676754051
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/book-launch-wherever-i-find-myself-stories-by-canadian-immigrant-women/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library\, Central Library\, 350 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6B1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170404T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170327T182116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T182922Z
UID:8619-1491327000-1491332400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Refugee Rights Day Public Forum
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC presents the Refugee Rights Day Public Forum “The Big Picture: What does the Economic Integration of Refugees Look like in the long run?” \nPresented by Dr. Dan Hiebert\, this forum summarizes a newly available data source showing economic outcomes for refugees and immigrants over a 31-year period\, from 1980 to 2011\, in Canada’s six largest cities. \nAlthough it is a common understanding that refugees in Canada face economic and other barriers throughout their lives\, the new data indicate that despite prolonged economic marginalization\, most are able to achieve financial independence and even upward economic mobility. The results of the presented analysis will be relevant for the way Canadians view our refugee programs. \nEvent Details: \nWhen: April 4\, 5:30 -7:00 pm\nWhere: MOSAIC Head Office\, 1720 Grant St. Vancouver\, BC\nCost: Free entry\nLight refreshments will be available \nFor more information\, call 604-254-9626 \nTo view the poster click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/refugee-rights-day-public-forum/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Vancouver\, 1720 Grant Street\, 2nd Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170402T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170402T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170323T172328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170323T173516Z
UID:8588-1491143400-1491150600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Provincial Pre-Election Townhall
DESCRIPTION:Time: April 02\, 2017 (Sunday)\, 2:30–4:30pm \nPlace: Choi Hall\, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre\, 28 West Pender Street\,Vancouver  \nTo submit questions for party candidate representatives\, email vancouver@cija.ca with subject line “Provincial Pre-election Townhall Question”  \nTo view the poster\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/provincial-pre-election-townhall/
LOCATION:Choi Hall\, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre\, 28 West Pender Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170318T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170120T013746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T014025Z
UID:8108-1489847400-1489854600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Newcomer Welcoming Session for Syrian Families
DESCRIPTION:Learn about South Vancouver Neighbourhood House’s Programs for Newcomers to Canada\nMeet and greet your neighbours\n\nDate: Saturday\, March 18\, 2017\nTime: 2:30 – 4:30 pm\nPlace: 6470 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver \n\nFree bus tickets provided to IRCC eligible newcomers to Canada\nFree child care provided\nArabic language interpretation provided\n\nSeats are limited! To register call 604-324-6212 \nNote: Newcomers\, please bring your Permanent Resident or other immigration documents to the session \nView the poster by clicking here. View the poster in Arabic by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/newcomer-welcoming-session-for-syrian-families/
LOCATION:South Vancouver Neighbourhood House\, 6470 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="South Vancouver Neighbourhood House":MAILTO:receptionatsvnh@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170225T013018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T013018Z
UID:8430-1489764600-1489771800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Circle
DESCRIPTION:Language: English\nTime: March 17\, 2017 (Friday)\, 3:30–5:30pm\nPlace: MOSAIC Moving Ahead Office\, 310–7155 Kingsway\, Burnaby (unless otherwise specified)\nRegistration: Contact Outreach Case Managers Noor (604 779 1398)\, Sara (778 990 5150) or Tedros (778 302 4644) \nTo view the poster\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/friendship-circle/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Moving Ahead Office\, 310 - 7155 Kingsway \, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20161011T164407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T164407Z
UID:7396-1489651200-1489856400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:19th National Metropolis Conference
DESCRIPTION:19th National Metropolis Conference – Looking Forward: Migration and Mobility in 2017 and Beyond \nThe National Metropolis Conference is an annual forum for researchers\, policy makers\, representatives from community and settlement organizations to get together to share and exchange knowledge and experience in the field of immigration and settlement. \nWhen: March 16 – 18\, 2017\nWhere: Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel \nTo learn more about the conference visit the Metropolis Conference website by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/19th-national-metropolis-conference/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170314T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170309T011057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170309T011057Z
UID:8520-1489496400-1489503600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Social Media\, Technology and Settlement Services
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Description: \nFor the current cohort of Syrian refugees\, there has been a rise in the use of social media\, such as Whatsapp and Twitter\, as a form of communication and information sharing. Immigrants and refugees are using technology and social media at all stages of their journeys: \n\nFor translation\nFor access to information and services\nTo keep in touch with family and friends\n\nAt the same time these forms of communication can just as easily carry misinformation that can be harmful to immigrant and refugees’ settlement. Technology and social media offer an opportunity to provide much-needed information to refugees in new ways. \nThis webinar will: \n\nReview what is known about how refugees use technology and social media\nOutline the challenges and opportunities for SPOs looking to engage with Syrian refugees and other newcomers through technology and social media\nFeature examples of organizations using social media to reach more refugees and newcomers\n\nWebinar details: \nDate: March 14\, 2017 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (PST)\nLocation: Online\nRegistration Cost: Free\nRegistration deadline is March 13 \nTo Register: Click here \nHave any questions? Contact us at events@amssa.org
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-social-media-technology-and-settlement-services/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184229
CREATED:20170225T012319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T012319Z
UID:8427-1489431600-1489438800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Free Legal Clinic for Low-Income Temporary Foreign Workers
DESCRIPTION:30-minute free legal consultation with the Pro Bono lawyer on issues related to Temporary Foreign Workers on Immigration\, Employment\, Human Rights & Privacy\, Admin-General and Civil Procedure. \nThis service is for low-income migrant workers including: Low-Skilled Workers\, Persons under the Caregiver Program\, Agricultural Workers\, etc. \nEvent Details:\n\nWhen: March 13\, 2017 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm\nWhere: 1720 Grant Street\, Vancouver\, BC\nFor an assessment and appointment\, please contact Girlly at 604-257-9626 ext. 487 or gcumberland@mosaicbc.org \n*All clients should book an appointment at least a week before the target Clinic date. \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/free-legal-clinic-for-low-income-temporary-foreign-workers/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Vancouver\, 1720 Grant Street\, 2nd Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170225T011611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T011631Z
UID:8424-1489140000-1489147200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Government\, Your Rights and Responsibilities (Arabic)
DESCRIPTION:Increase your knowledge of the three levels of government\, your rights and your responsibilities as residents of Canada. \nLanguage: Arabic\nDate: March 10\, 2017 (Friday)\, 10am–12pm\nPlace: MOSAIC Moving Ahead Office\, 310–7155 Kingsway\, Burnaby (unless otherwise specified)\nRegistration: Contact Case Managers Amal (604 726 9757)\, Shwan (604 368 8676)\, Ali (604 715 9772) or Suhair (604 365 7254) \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/canadian-government-your-rights-and-responsibilities-arabic/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Moving Ahead Office\, 310 - 7155 Kingsway \, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170128T013050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T013213Z
UID:8208-1489057200-1489064400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:CCR Webinar: Solutions for separated families - Practical Issues in Family Reunification
DESCRIPTION:16 February and 9 March: CCR webinar series on solutions for separated families \nPractical issues in family reunification (Part 2 of 2) \nThis webinar will address family reunification issues outside of the Family Class\, including the One Year Window (for resettled refugees) and dependants abroad of refugees (former refugee claimants). We will also look at particular issues for children separated from both their parents\, and the expected impacts of the proposed change to the age of dependants. \nCette session aura lieu en anglais\, mais les participants peuvent poser leurs questions en français. \n9 March 3017\, 2-3 pm (Eastern time) \nTo Register and for more information click the following link: http://ccrweb.ca/en/webinar/practical-issues-family-reunification
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/8208/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170225T011944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T011944Z
UID:8425-1488987000-1488997800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Curling
DESCRIPTION:Join YMCA for a FREE curling session at the Vancouver Curling Club! \nWhen: Wednesday\, March 8\, 2017 from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm\nWhere: Vancouver Curling Club\, 4575 Clancy Loranger Way\, Vancouver\nTo register and for more information\, click here. \nTo view the poster\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/curling/
LOCATION:Vancouver Curling Club\, 4575 Clancy Loranger Way\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170225T011437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T011437Z
UID:8421-1488967200-1488974400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Government\, Your Rights and Responsibilities (Farsi/Dari language support)
DESCRIPTION:Increase your knowledge of the three levels of government\, your rights and your responsibilities as residents of Canada. \nLanguage: English with Farsi/Dari language support\nDate: March 8\, 2017 (Wednesday)\, 10am–12pm\nPlace: MOSAIC Moving Ahead Office\, 310–7155 Kingsway\, Burnaby (unless otherwise specified)\nRegistration: Contact Case Managers Rafi (778 837 8529)\, Sara (778 990 5150) or Tedros (778 302 4644) \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/canadian-government-your-rights-and-responsibilities-farsidari-language-support/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Moving Ahead Office\, 310 - 7155 Kingsway \, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170225T013856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T013856Z
UID:8431-1488960000-1488992400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Newcomer Women - Barriers\, Challenges\, and Supports
DESCRIPTION:Women often face multiple barriers when accessing settlement and language programming. It can be difficult to find appropriate transportation\, childcare\, and family supports so that mothers can attend programs. Additionally\, although the language classroom can be an ideal context to discuss women’s issues\, these issues are seldom addressed. The instructor is a respected and trusted leader of the classroom; addressing women’s issues can validate and empower all individuals in the class to make a meaningful change. Topics such as women’s rights\, sexual health\, and domestic abuse can be initiated in a supportive manner that increases awareness and prevention. \nImmigrant women play a unique and distinct role within the settlement and integration context and this e-symposium will bring awareness to the barriers women face when trying to access settlement and language programming\, and highlight the need to incorporate women’s issues into language instruction and curriculum. \nThis e-symposium is being held on March 8th to coincide with International Women’s Day and will address four key areas: \n• Settlement Supports\n• Language Needs\n• Women’s Health\n• Violence against Women \nEvent Details:\nDate: Wednesday\, March 8\, 2017\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (PST)\nLocation: Online\nCost: $10 for AMSSA Members per connection; $20 for non-members. If your organization is funded by Immigration\, Refugees\, and Citizenship Canada – please connect with sziegler@amssa.org as discounts may apply \nTo register\, click here. \nNote: The registration deadline is Tuesday\, March 7\, 2017 at 3:00 pm PST \nPresenters: \nAjlin Mehmedi\, Women’s Facilitator – Immigrant Women’s Peer Support Program\, ISSofBC \nAmea Wilbur\, Manager of Programs\, Pacific Immigration Resources Society \nAnna Foschi\, Volunteer’s Coordinator\, Vancouver & Lower Mainland Multicultural Family Support Services \nCaitlin Johnston\, Program Manager; Gyne & Sexual Health\, Sexual Assault Service\, and Primary Care BC Women’s Hospital and Health Care
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/newcomer-women-barriers-challenges-and-supports/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170307T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170225T011042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T011042Z
UID:8412-1488882600-1488891600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Persian-Speaking Women's Group Self-Care Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join MOSAIC at the Persian-Speaking Women’s Group Self-Care Workshop! \nWhen: March 7\, 2017\nTime: 10:30 am – 1:00 pm\nLocation: 1720 Grant Street\, Community Room\, Vancouver\nContact: msalari@mosaicbc.org \nLearn more information by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/persian-speaking-womens-group-self-care-workshop/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Vancouver\, 1720 Grant Street\, 2nd Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170303T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170121T004608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170121T004608Z
UID:8140-1488531600-1488558600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:LearnIT2Teach Face to Face Phase One for LINC Instructors
DESCRIPTION:Two 3-hour face to face sessions being made available. To register\, LINC program administrators should contact Brenda at executivedirector@bcteal.org \nWhen: 9 am to noon\nWhere: Windsor Neighbourhood Learning Centre\, 6907 Gilley Avenue\, Burnaby \nWhen: 1:30 to 4:30\nWhere: ISSofBC\, 333 Terminal Avenue\, Vancouver
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/learnit2teach-face-to-face-phase-one-for-linc-instructors/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="BC TEAL":MAILTO:admin@bcteal.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170121T004440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170121T004440Z
UID:8138-1488015000-1488038400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Vancouver Island Regional Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Victoria for an island conference that features plenary speaker Dr. Ryuko Kubota\, Professor in the Department of Language and Literacy Education at UBC. Early bird pricing available until January 31st\, 2017. \nTime: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm\nVenue: Camosun College Victoria\, 3100 Foul Bay Road \nFor more details click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/vancouver-island-regional-conference/
LOCATION:Camosun College Victoria\, 3100 Foul Bay Road \, Victoria\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="BC TEAL":MAILTO:admin@bcteal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170119T215636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170203T224834Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Our Communities\, Upholding Our Shared Values: A Community Forum on Immigration and Racial Discrimination
DESCRIPTION:Join S.U.C.C.E.S.S. at their event: Safeguarding Our Communities\, Upholding Our Shared Values: A Community Forum on Immigration and Racial Discrimination \nWhen: February 22\, 2017 at 1:30 pm\nReception starts at 5:40 pm\nWhere: UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson Street\, Vancouver\, BC\nCost: $5.00\nRegistration: http://successforum.eventbrite.com \nLearn more about the Forum by clicking here
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/safeguarding-our-communities-upholding-our-shared-values-a-community-forum-on-immigration-and-racial-discrimination/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170131T212148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170131T212316Z
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SUMMARY:Social Benefits Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society for the Social Benefits Workshop \nThe workshop covers social benefits available to Canadian residents such as Old Age Pension (OAS)\, Canadian Pension Plan (CPP)\, CPP Disability and income supplements available under OAS etc. \nThe workshop is for Temporary Foreign Workers\, Provincial Nominees\, Post Secondary International Students\, Naturalized Canadian Citizens & PR Card Holders Only \nWhen: February 22\, 2017 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: # 205 – 12725 80th Avenue Surrey\nCost: Free \nTo register\, contact Maninder Sanghera at 604-596-7722 ext. 120 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/social-benefits-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170131T192908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170210T014118Z
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SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar Series: Virtual Learning Exchange
DESCRIPTION:  \nAn Interactive Day of Exchanging Knowledge\, Resources\, and Tools with the Settlement and Language Sector \nABOUT THE EVENT \nDate: Wednesday\, February 22\, 2017 \nLocation: Online \nEvent Time: 8:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (PST) 8 Online Sessions \nEach session is 60 minutes (45 minute presentation\, 15 minute Q&A). Participate in as many online sessions as you would like. \nParticipants will be able to connect with community stakeholders involved in the settlement & integration of immigrant and refugee populations. The intent of the virtual exchange is to provide training\, increase knowledge & awareness\, and have the audience leave with tools & resources on various topic areas. \nThese interactive sessions are targeted to front line staff (Settlement Workers\, Career Facilitators\, Community Connections Workers\, LINC Instructors)\, Managers\, Supervisors\, and community stakeholders working with immigrants and refugees. \nEVENT SCHEDULE \nThe Virtual Learning Exchange will be an all-day online series of interactive sessions\, with a variety of stakeholders engaging with the B.C. Settlement and Language Sector on the following 8 topics: \n8:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.\nAMSSA Introduction & Technical Testing with Participants\nPlease log on early to check your connections \n9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.\nSmall Business BC Resources\, Small Business BC– Laura Aveldo \n10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.\nChallenges of Refugee & Immigrant Mental Health in Metro Vancouver\, Cross Cultural Psychiatry Program\, Vancouver Coastal Health – Dr. Soma Ganesan\, MD\, FRCPC \n11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nWhat are the Mental Health and Substance Use Information Needs of Newcomers and their Supporters? Findings from Recent Consultations with the BC Multicultural/Settlement Sector\, Canadian Mental Health Association\, BC Division – Sarah Hamid-Balma \n12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nEnding a Fixed-Term Tenancy Under Special Circumstances\, Residential Tenancy Branch\, Audrey Panter \n1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nThe BC Childcare Subsidy\, Ministry of Children and Family Development – Lisa Maisonneuve \n2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nCreating Informal Literacy and Language Opportunities within a Formal Learning Environment\, DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society – Janice Bexson \n3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nFresh Voices: Journeys\, Reflections and Learning\, Fresh Voices Initiative\, Vancouver Foundation – Alejandra Lopez \n4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nIntegrating CLB Assessment into your ESL Classroom\, The Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks (CCLB)  – Lisa Herrera and Sarah Schmuck \nREGISTRATION \nThis event is funded by Immigration\, Refugees\, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and is free for all service provider organizations (SPOs) funded by IRCC in the province of BC. Individuals from other organizations are welcome to attend for a small fee. Registration for AMSSA members and Safe Harbour Members costs $35 per connection and registration for organizations with no affiliation to AMSSA or Safe Harbour costs $75 per connection. \nTo Register\, click here. \nDeadline to register is February 21\, 2017 \nContact us at events@amssa.org for more information.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/virtual-learning-exchange/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170211T015133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170211T015405Z
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SUMMARY:Tax System in BC
DESCRIPTION:Free Workshop!\nWhether you are new to Canada and need an overview of the Canadian tax system\, or you are looking for tips and advice on how to better file your taxes\, this workshop will provide you with the information you need\, including: \nA brief overview of the Canadian tax system\nThe general process for filing a tax return\nIndividual responsibilities for filing Canadian taxes\nEligible versus in-eligible tax deductions and credits\nTaxable and exempt income \nTime: 6:00 -8:00 pm\nVenue: JFSA Offices\, 201-475 East Broadway\, Vancouver BC
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/tax-system-in-bc/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170225T012716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170225T012716Z
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SUMMARY:Effective Self-Defence: How to be aware and avoid dangerous situations
DESCRIPTION:Offered by Vancouver Police Judo Volunteers\, receive classroom instruction and hands-on practice on effective self-defence. \nWhen: Saturday\, March 18\, 2017 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm\nWhere: 2010 Glen Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\nTo register\, contact Joy at jjhocson@mosaicbc.org or 604-254-9626 ext 484 \n*Please present your PR card at registration \nTo view the poster\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/effective-self-defence-how-to-be-aware-and-avoid-dangerous-situations/
LOCATION:Vancouver Police Department\, 2010 Glen Drive\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170216T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170216T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170131T213054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170131T213054Z
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SUMMARY:My Tween and Me
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for the My Tween and Me parenting program. \nDiscover the full potential of your relationship with your pre-teen (7 – 12 years). \nDates: February 16 – March 30\, 2017 (8 sessions)\nWhen: Thursdays (and one Tuesday) from 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 East Broadway\, Vancouver \nFor more information and to register\, contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/my-tween-and-me-3/
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:20170216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170215T183717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170215T183717Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Assisting Foreign Workers who Face Risks of Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Brief Description: \nThe Ministry of Jobs\, Tourism\, and Skills Training is holding a webinar on February 16\, 2017 for settlement agencies on how to assist clients who face risks of abuse by an employer. \nSummary: \nImmigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Province of BC have developed an expedited open work permit application process to protect vulnerable foreign workers and to regularize their status in Canada if they are at risk of abuse by an employer. Settlement agencies are authorized to assist clients through the process and to provide a written statement of support. \nThe Ministry of Jobs\, Tourism and Skills Training will be holding a 2-hour training webinar covering the following topics: \n\nAn overview of the expedited work permit process and what a settlement agency should pay attention to when assisting a client through this process.\nAn overview of employment standards and situations when a complaint can be made.\nThe employment standards complaint process and what a settlement agency should be aware of when assisting a client making a complaint.\nAn overview of human trafficking and the mandate of the Office to Combat Trafficking in Persons (OCTIP) and how settlement organizations can support affected clients.\n\nDate/Time:\nThursday\, February 16\, 2017\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (PST) \nThis training webinar is targeted to Settlement Workers\, Career Facilitators and Employment Counsellors\, settlement and employment program Managers\, SWIS Workers and LINC Instructors. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/webinar-assisting-foreign-workers-who-face-risks-of-abuse/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184230
CREATED:20170128T012905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T013446Z
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SUMMARY:CCR webinar: Solutions for separated families - Excluded family members: understanding the problem\, finding solutions
DESCRIPTION:16 February and 9 March: CCR webinar series on solutions for separated families \nExcluded family members: understanding the problem\, finding solutions (Part 1 of 2) \nThis webinar will provide practical information about Excluded Family Member cases. Section 117(9)(d) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (the “Excluded Family Member” provision) imposes a lifelong sponsorship ban on family members who were not declared or examined at the time of the sponsor’s immigration to Canada. The provision affects many vulnerable newcomers\, including many refugees\, preventing them from reuniting with spouses\, partners or children. \nAttend this webinar to learn about R.117(9)(d) and the recourses available. It is designed for front-line workers and anyone else who is supporting or may in the future need to support someone affected by R. 117(9)(d).\nCette session aura lieu en anglais\, mais les participants peuvent poser leurs questions en français. \nDate: 16 February 2017\, 2-3 pm (Eastern time) \nPanelists: \n\nJamie Liew\, University of Ottawa\nJennifer Stone\, Neighbourhood Legal Services\nNir Gepner\, Willowdale Community Legal Services\n\nTo Register and for more information click the following link: http://ccrweb.ca/en/excluded-family-members-webinar
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/ccr-webinar-solutions-for-separated-families/
LOCATION:Online
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