AMSSA

Overview of the Private Sponsorship of Refugees
2015-10-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | MOSAIC Vancouver, 1720 Grant Street, 2nd Floor, Vancouver, BC, Canada
A free infosession organized by MOSAIC and partnering organizations in response to the call for action to support Syrian refugees.
Register at: http://sponsor-refugees.eventbrite.com

Are you Listening? The Heart of Effective Discipline
2015-10-14 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Vancouver) | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
In this workshop presented by the BC Council for Families and hosted by Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood house, participants will learn:

To recognize the habits that block good communication; as well as
Practical strategies that will help participants listen more effectively and avoid misunderstandings and conflict.

When: October 14, 2015 from 9:30 – 11:30 am
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E Broadway, Vancouver
Cost: $10 per person
Register online at: www.bccf.ca
Learn more by clicking here.

Family Drop-In with children birth to 6 years old
2015-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | West Village Children’s Centre, 131 West 2nd, 7th Floor, Vancouver, BC, Canada
What: Children and parents/caregivers will have an opportunity to socialize, play, and participate in art/craft activities.
When: Saturdays starting October 17, 2015 from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the West Village Children’s Centre (131 Wst 2nd, 7th floor, Vancouver, BC)
For more information click here and also, contact ccontreras@mpnh.org or call Carmen at 604-879-8208.

Lift off with 1-2-3 JUMP!
2015-10-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Playing physical games for active kids!
Who: Families with children ages 2-4
Where: 800 East Broadway Vancouver (West Hall Room)
When: Mondays, October 19 – November 30, 2015 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm.
Register in advance with Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or call at 604-879-8208 ext. 202.
Learn more about Lift off with 1-2-3 JUMP! by clicking here.

The Stories We Hold: a free storytelling workshop
2015-10-20 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
The national storytelling initiative Passages Canada is coming to Vancouver to gather local stories of immigration, cultural identity, and heritage at a free workshop.
When: October 20, 2015 from 6:30 – 9:00 pm
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway, Vancouver
RSVP to guarantee your spot at passages-canada.eventbrite.com.
Learn more about the event by clicking here.

The Stories We Hold: a free storytelling workshop
2015-10-21 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver) | Collingwood Neighbourhood House, 5288 Joyce Street, Vancouver, BC, V5R 6C9, Canada
The national storytelling initiative Passages Canada is coming to Vancouver to gather local stories of immigration, cultural identity, and heritage at a free workshop.
When: October 21, 2015 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Where: Collingwood Neighbourhood House, 5288 Joyce Street, Vancouver
RSVP to guarantee your spot at passages-canada.eventbrite.com.
Learn more about the event by clicking here.

Overview of Private Sponsorship of Refugees
2015-10-23 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | MOSAIC Vancouver, 1720 Grant Street, 2nd Floor, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Kits House Autumn Fair
2015-10-24 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kits House Autumn Fair
When: October 24, 2015 from 10:00am – 3:00pm
Where: Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, 2305 West 7th Avenue (7th Ave & Vine St)
Learn more by clicking here.

Culture Fest: Celebrating Diversity in Fort Nelson
2015-10-24 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Fort Nelson Rec Centre, 5319 50th Avenue, Fort Nelson, BC, V0C 1R0, Canada
Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society presents Culture Fest: Celebrating Diversity
What: Discover Aboriginal, Canadian and International Culture
When: October 24, 2015 from 12:00 – 4:00pm
Where: Community Hall in the Recreation Centre, Fort Nelson, BC
Learn more by clicking here.

Health and Wellness Workshop
2015-10-28 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Vancouver) | Progressive Intercultural Community Services, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue, Surrey, BC, Canada
Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) presents the Health and Wellness Workshop
Workshop details: Learn how to maintain your health within a busy lifestyle. For Permanent Resident Card holders only.
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Time: 9:30am – 10:30 am
Location: PICS Head Office, #205 – 12725 80th Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 3A6
Learn more by clicking here.
To register, please contact Mukhwinder Rangi at 604-596-7722 Ext. 121

Hiring Fair at RMCS
2015-10-28 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Richmond Multicultural Community Services, 220 - 4351 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
Richmond Multicultural Community Services (RMCS) is hosting a Hiring Fair!
When: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: 220 – 4351 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC
To register: Contact amin@rmcs.bc.ca or mozghan@rmcs.bc.ca / 604-248-0433
For Permanent Resident Card holders.
For more information, click here.

Parenting Matters at MPNH
2015-10-29 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Parenting Matters at MPNH presents Let’s talk about… your kids education
Participants will learn about:

The impact of education and cost today’s education;
The Registered Education Savings Plan (RESPs);
Features and benefits of RESPs;
Government grants and how to maximize them; and
Maximizing your savings beyond RESPs.

The workshop will be presented by: Aimee Sehwoerer, BBA
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 East Broadway
When: Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Participant fee: $4.00
To register: Contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202
Learn more about the workshop by clicking here.

Escaping Conflict: The Syrian Refugee Crisis Explained
2015-10-30 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver)
AMSSA is hosting a free webinar called Escaping Conflict: The Syrian Refugee Crisis Explained
Date: October 30th, 2015 from 2 – 3pm PDT
Location: Online – a link will be sent by e-mail once registration is confirmed
Registration Cost: Free
Register for the webinar by clicking here. The registration deadline is October 29th.
Professor Dan Hiebert (UBC) will present on:
– Why many people have fled Syria;
– The pathways of escape;
– How they have become interwoven with other migrants;
– The impacts on surrounding countries;
– The challenges arising in the EU; and
– The Canadian responses.
Presenter Biography:
Professor Dan Hiebert
Dan Hiebert is Professor at the UBC Department of Geography. His research interests focus on international migration, and the relationship between national security, cultural diversity, and human rights.
Since 2010 he has served as the Co-Chair of the City of Vancouver Mayor’s Working Group on Immigration, and he is the founding Co-Director of a new initiative, the Canadian Network for Research on Terrorism, Security, and Society (TSAS.)
Have questions? Please contact us at info@amssa.org or call us at 604-718-2780.

Mama & Papa Goose
2015-11-02 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kitsilano Neighbourhood house, 2305 West 7th , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Songs, rhymes & stories for parents with children 0-3 years.
When: 8 sessions, Mondays from November 2 – December 21, 2015 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Cost: $48 or $20 with a family membership to Kitsilano Neighbourhood House
Learn more here.

Effective Parenting Series
2015-11-02 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Little Mountain Neighbourhood House, 3981 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Little Mountain Neighbourhood House and Family Services of Greater Vancouver present the “Effective Parenting Series”
This is a 4 session workshop that will discuss ways to foster your child’s self-esteem and improve your relationship. Learn more by clicking here.
Who is it for: Parents of children aged 6-12 years old
When: Mondays, November 2 – 23, 2015 from 6:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House, 3981 Main Street
Cost: $20 for 4 sessions
Please e-mail Mehak at mehak_sharma@lmnhs.bc.ca or call 604-879-7104 to register.

Building Capacity Through Mentorship Programs Webinar
2015-11-03 10:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Online
About the Webinar:
Mentorship programs can be an efficient and rewarding method of building capacity within your client base, with minimal cost and high return. This webinar will provide a practical approach to understanding the power of mentoring relationships, offer a “real life” perspective on mentoring and share key learnings on how to design, implement and oversee a successful mentorship program within your agency. By the end of this webinar you will understand the language of mentorship, the benefits of offering a program, and the basic structure to implement your own program with confidence and enthusiasm.
Event Details & Registration:
Date: November 3, 2015
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am (PST)
Location: Online – a link will be sent out once registration is confirmed
Registraion Cost: $15.00 per connection (if your organization is funded by CIC or an AMSSA member, please contact us at events@amssa.org.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
The registration deadline is October 30, 2015
Presenter Biography:
Diane Lloyd, CEC ACC; CEO and Executive Coach Inspired Results Group
Diane is an accomplished coach, facilitator and speaker who inspires people and organizations to reach their full potential so they can do meaningful work in the world. She coaches leaders, entrepreneurs and individuals across the public, private and non-profit sectors. Diane is a Certified Executive Coach (CEC) through Royal Roads University, an accredited coach (ACC) with the International Coach Federation, a Strengths Deployment Inventory Relationship Awareness® facilitator, a licensed Coaching Out of the Box™ trainer, and a mentor with the Gustavson School of Business. Diane volunteers as President of the AFP VI Chapter, is on the Board of Governors at Glenlyon Norfolk School and supports her daughter’s philanthropic endeavors through 100 Girls Victoria. She enjoys having fun with her family in the great outdoors and challenges herself with hot yoga, occasional running and backcountry camping.

Welcoming Refugees: Connecting Research, Learning and Practice
2015-11-03 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Liu Institute for Global Issues, UBC, 6476 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC, Canada
A networking forum where collective interests, knowledge and life experiences can generate dialogue, enhance understanding and inspire action around refugee settlement in our region. Highlights include:

Spotlight on ISSofBC’s Welcome House;
Open House featuring exhibitor booths hosted by groups and communitys who provide supports to refugees in Metro Vancouver; and
Mini Talks offered by dynamic speakers on their lived experience, their research, or their services.

This event is free and open to everyone. Refreshments will be provided.
Click here to learn more about the event.
Please register by clicking here.

Discovering Resources for Immigrant Artists
2015-11-06 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | City Centre Library, 10350 University Drive, Surrey, BC, Canada
Free special workshop for all artists!
When: November 6, 2015 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: Room 402 – City Centre Library, 10350 University Drive, Surrey, BC
About the Workshops:
We know how many challenges you have faced as an immigrant artist. This workshop focuses on immigrant artists and provides an opportunity to be connected with resources, curators, and organizations which help artists be successful in their professions.
For more information click here and contact Myung Lee, Marketing Specialist, DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society at 604-547-1353 or mlee@dcrs.ca.
To register for the workshops please contact Irene Koh, Newcomer information and Support Worker, DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society at 604-547-1300 or lkoh@dcrs.ca.

Conversations for Success: Staying Healthy
2015-11-07 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Brentwood Community Resource Centre, 2055 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby, BC, Canada
New to Canada? Build your English Skills, network and pick up tips on being successful in Canada.
Trained facilitators will help practice English through short presentations and discussion focused on different topics.
YMCA Connections presents: Conversations for Success: Staying Healthy
When: Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm from November 7 to November 28, 2015
Where: Brentwood Community Resource Centre, 2055 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby
To register: Contact Fiona at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6178
Learn more by clicking here.

Harvest Food Festival
2015-11-15 11:30 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver) | Brentwood Community Resource Centre, 2055 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby, BC, Canada
YMCA Connections Program for New Immigrants presents the Harvest Food Festival
Join YMCA for this fun, family-friendly event to:

Share, learn about, and try food from around the world
Learn about harvest traditions and celebrations in Canada, and
Meet new people

When: Sunday, November 15, 2015 from 11:30am – 2:30pm
Where: Brentwood Community Resource Centre, 2055 Rosser Ave, Burnaby, BC
Cost: Free but you must register to attend. You must be a permanent resident of Canada to attend.
To register and for more information please click here or contact Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6197
View the poster by clicking here.

Through the Media Lens: Impacts on Domestic Abuse
2015-11-16 | Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 - 88 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3W 3L1, Canada
One-day conference, hosted by the Surrey Coalition Against Domestic Abuse (SCADA) is designed for service providers.
When: November 16, 2015
Where: Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 – 88 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 3L1
Learn more about the conference and how to register here.

Conversations for Success: Labour Market
2015-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Brentwood Community Resource Centre, 2055 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby, BC, Canada
New to Canada? Build your English Skills, network and pick up tips on being successful in Canada.
Trained facilitators will help practice English through short presentations and discussion focused on different topics.
YMCA Connections presents: Conversations for Success: Labour Market
When: Wednesdays, 6:00- 8:00pm from November 18 to December 9, 2015
Where: Brentwood Community Resource Centre, 2055 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby
To register: Contact Fiona at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6178
Learn more by clicking here.

Safe Spaces - Bullying Prevention for Preschool Aged Children
2015-11-21 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Children’s Foundation, BC, Canada
What: Safe Spaces is an evidence based developmentally appropriate, holistic and integrated approach to teaching young children 3-5 years old, pro-social and emotional vocabulary as well as skills identified as essential in preventing bullying behaviours.
**Participants must have Early Childhood Education training to register.
When: Two part workshop on November 21st and December 5th from 9:00am – 3:30pm a The Children’s Foundation.
Cost: $100.00
Register by November 1, 2015.
To register, call 604-298-8888 or e-mail awilbur@pirs.bc.ca.
Learn more by clicking here.

Vancouver Multicultural Society 41st Anniversary Gala
2015-11-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Floata Seafood Restaurant, #400 - 180 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2015
Registration begins at 6:00pm
Where: Floata Seafood Restaurant – #400 – 180 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC
Parking is free
Tickets: $35.00
To register contact:
Maria Javier – 604- 763-2590
Violet Chan – 604-616-8258

Volunteering in Canada
2015-11-25 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street, Vancouver, Canada
YMCA Connections Program for New Immigrants presents Volunteering in Canada
Learn about volunteering in Canada

Find out how to volunteer
Learn about some of the benefits of volunteering
Build your networks and meet new friends

When: Wednesday, November 25 from 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where: Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street, FDC 5th Floor
Cost: Free but you must register to attend.
To register and for more information click here or contact Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6197
View the poster by clicking here.

Pathways to Prosperity 2015 National Conference
2015-11-29 - 2015-12-01 | Delta Hotel – Downtown Toronto, 75 Lower Simcoe Street, Toronto, ON, M5J 3A6, Canada
Pathways to Prosperity 2015 National Conference: Responding to a Changing Immigration Environment
When: November 30 – December 1, 2015 (Pre-conference on November 29, 2015)
Where: Delta Hotel – Downtown Toronto, 75 Lower Simcoe Street
The theme of this year’s conference is Responding to a Changing Immigration Environment. The Conference will include plenary sessions, workshops, roundtables, poster presentations, and enhanced opportunities to network with colleagues. Themes to be covered will include a discussion of the future of immigration research in Canada (multidisciplinary perspectives and debates), presentations on new research completed by P2P members, and presentations and discussions on challenges and opportunities facing P2P stakeholders.
Learn more about the conference and how to register here.

AMSSA E-Symposium: Cultural Safety: A Person Centred Approach to Communication and Interaction
2015-12-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Fletcher Challenge Theatre, Simon Fraser University (SFU) Harbour Centre, 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 5K3, Canada
About:
Cultural Safety ensures that service providers become respectful of all aspects of culture (including history, values, gender, socioeconomic status). Service providers should also acknowledge that their own cultural beliefs and attitudes have the potential, consciously or unconsciously, to influence the power balance with their clients and each other. Cultural Safety on a continuum comes after cultural competence and proficiency, but it is not about a checklist or memorizing different norms based on ethnicity. It is about understanding the person in front of you, creating trust and working together with the person so that your interactions do no harm to the individual. The major constructs to consider are historical oppressions and power in relationships.
Event Details & Registration:

E-Symposium: Cultural Safety: A Person Centered Approach to Communication and Interaction
Date: December 10, 2015
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)
Location: Online or at Fletcher Challenge Theatre, Simon Fraser University (SFU) at Harbour Centre – 515 West Hastings St. Vancouver, BC V6B 5K3
Registration Costs

$15 per online connection
$20 per in person attendance

Deadlines for Registration:

For in-person participation: November 25, 2015
For online participation: December 8, 2015

Click here to Register
Panelists:
Dr. Balbir Gurm, RN, EdD (Leadership & Policy, UBC), BScN, MA
University Instructor
Balbir Gurm was raised in Vancouver, is a member of the Faculty of Health at Kwantlen Polytechnic University and a consultant. She is the founding editor-in-chief of Transformative Dialogues: Teaching and Learning Journal. Dr. Gurm was honoured with the Teaching Excellence Award from the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (2000), the NISOD Teaching Excellence Award from the University of Texas (2000) and Academic Excellence Awards from Times of Canada (2013) and from Shakti (2014). She currently teaches a fourth year course on social and organizational change and facilitates change projects in the community. She is a member of the City of Surrey’s Diversity Advisory Committee and the Facilitator for NEVR (Network to Eliminate Violence in Relationships). Dr. Gurm is a passionate educator, leader and change agent who believes that our actions are influenced by history and context (including power and politics), need to be grounded in reality and educators need to translate academic knowledge into community actions. Dr. Gurm is a sought after speaker and consultant for inclusive practices and organizational change.
Jas Cheema, MA
Diversity/Community Engagement Consultant
Jas Cheema is a recognized leader in the fields of inter-cultural communication, diversity, and community engagement. As an immigrant women herself, Jas Cheema has also personally experienced the integration challenges faced by many immigrants. She writes about these challenges and works to foster a cross cultural understanding through her writing, consulting work, academia and volunteer work. She has been recognized for her work through numerous awards throughout the years such as: Surrey- North Delta Leader of the Year; Diversity Award; Woman of Distinction; Griffin Award for making a difference through the art of writing.

Canadian Fitness Connection Course
2016-01-09 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street, Vancouver, Canada
YMCA Connections presents Canadian Fitness Connection Course
Learn to stay fit and healthy, while practising English, meeting new friends and exploring Canadian life and culture.
FREE, but you must register for this 12 week course
Locations:
Robert Lee YMCA
Saturdays from 1:30pm – 4:30pm
From January 9 to March 19, 2016
To register contact Fiona Stevenson or Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066
View the poster by clicking here.

Leadership Education and Development Program - Information Session
2016-01-14 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Denver) | Tecumseh Elementary School, 1850 E 41st Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Presented by the Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS) LEAD is a professionally facilitated program for immigrant women to:

? Improve their listening skills and spoken English
Gain self-confidence and make new friends
Learn more about Canadian society, its diversity and culture
Be encouraged to take a more active role in the community

Group discussions focus on settlement, cultural adjustment and personal development.
Learn more about the LEAD program by clicking here.
Information session: January 14, 2016
Program starts: January 19, 2016
Classes every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 – 11:30 am
Program fee: $50.00/semester
for more information or to register contact PIRS at 604-298-5888 or ntajkhan@pirs.bc.ca

Canadian Fitness Connection Course
2016-01-14 11:30 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver) | Langara Family YMCA, 282 W. 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada
YMCA Connections presents Canadian Fitness Connection Course
Learn to stay fit and healthy, while practising English, meeting new friends and exploring Canadian life and culture.
FREE, but you must register for this 12 week course
Locations:
Langara Family YMCA
Thursdays from 11:30am – 2:30pm
From January 14 to March 31, 2016
* This intake is for women only.
To register contact Fiona Stevenson or Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066
View the poster by clicking here.
