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SUMMARY:2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2020_Diversity Symposium_Guide \nThe 2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium is a free\, week-long\, virtual conference for professionals\, volunteers and community members interested in learning\, sharing and advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in their communities. This year’s symposium will be held remotely from October 19 to 23\, 2020. \nPresented by the City of Richmond\, this year’s Virtual Diversity Symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills and tools to build diverse\, equitable and inclusive communities. \nWho is the Symposium for? \nThe Symposium is intended for people who work in the field of diversity and inclusion\, such as professionals and volunteers from various municipal departments\, not-for-profit groups\, social service organizations\, private sector and academic institutions. \nTo register\, please go to www.richmond.ca/diversity.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2020-city-of-richmond-virtual-diversity-symposium-3/
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SUMMARY:2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2020_Diversity Symposium_Guide \nThe 2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium is a free\, week-long\, virtual conference for professionals\, volunteers and community members interested in learning\, sharing and advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in their communities. This year’s symposium will be held remotely from October 19 to 23\, 2020. \nPresented by the City of Richmond\, this year’s Virtual Diversity Symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills and tools to build diverse\, equitable and inclusive communities. \nWho is the Symposium for? \nThe Symposium is intended for people who work in the field of diversity and inclusion\, such as professionals and volunteers from various municipal departments\, not-for-profit groups\, social service organizations\, private sector and academic institutions. \nTo register\, please go to www.richmond.ca/diversity.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2020-city-of-richmond-virtual-diversity-symposium-4/
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SUMMARY:2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2020_Diversity Symposium_Guide \nThe 2020 City of Richmond Virtual Diversity Symposium is a free\, week-long\, virtual conference for professionals\, volunteers and community members interested in learning\, sharing and advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in their communities. This year’s symposium will be held remotely from October 19 to 23\, 2020. \nPresented by the City of Richmond\, this year’s Virtual Diversity Symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, skills and tools to build diverse\, equitable and inclusive communities. \nWho is the Symposium for? \nThe Symposium is intended for people who work in the field of diversity and inclusion\, such as professionals and volunteers from various municipal departments\, not-for-profit groups\, social service organizations\, private sector and academic institutions. \nTo register\, please go to www.richmond.ca/diversity.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2020-city-of-richmond-virtual-diversity-symposium-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201007T213536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T213727Z
UID:17070-1603535400-1603542600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Creating with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Creating with Nature – October 24 2020 – Poster \nMount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is hosting a hands-on workshop for families with young children to experience the fun of writing their own story together. This activity is for families with children 2 – 5 years old. \nFor more information & pre – registration please contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org\nLimited spots due to COVID – 19 regulations.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/creating-with-nature/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201028T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201007T204322Z
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SUMMARY:Myths and Realities about Deficit Disorder Attention and Hyperactivity (ADHD)- Spanish
DESCRIPTION:VCH ADHD Fall 2020 Spa \nMount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is hosting an information session about ADHD in Spanish on October 28\, 2020 from 5:30-7 pm. \nFor more information and registration please contact Carmen at: ccontreras@mpnh.org
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/myths-and-realities-about-deficit-disorder-attention-and-hyperactivity-adhd-spanish/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201016T233915Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Licensing Pathway for Internationally Educated Nurses and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the pathway for IENs and Caregivers – November 5\, 2020 \nThe Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program and the Skilled Immigrants Info Centre is pleased to host the Navigating the Licensing Pathway for Internationally Educated Nurses and Caregivers virtual webinar on Thursday\, November 5th from 1-3PM.\nThis FREE Zoom webinar is for permanent residents and refugees who are looking to return to their nursing or caregiving careers in British Columbia. At this event\, they will learn about the steps to licensure in British Columbia\, hear from other internationally educated nurses who are successfully working as Registered Care Aides and/or Nurses\, and learn about the support services that are available to help them achieve their career goals.   \nEvent Date: Thursday\, November 5th\nTime: 1-3PM\nRegistration: https://vpl.bibliocommons.com/events/search/index/event/5f7b6b1ad141592400004a2e
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/navigating-the-licensing-pathway-for-internationally-educated-nurses-and-caregivers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201110T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201103T002451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T002901Z
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SUMMARY:CRA Newcomers Benefits and Credits Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Time: Tuesday\, November 10\, 2020 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Pacific Standard Time\nHost: Canada Revenue Agency\nPlease register using the following link: https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?MTID=e24184c8b147e7505a43a9e35e2c8fb3e  \nDescription of Event: Don’t miss out on the benefits and credits to which you may be entitled. Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are the Canada child benefit\, Disability tax credit\, Child disability benefit\, Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit\, and the Canada Workers Benefit.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/cra-newcomers-benefits-and-credits-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201103T012647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T020138Z
UID:17227-1605693600-1605715200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Canadian Immigrant Fair
DESCRIPTION:Save the date: November 18\, 2020 (for Western Canada including British Columbia\, Alberta and Manitoba)!\nThis Virtual Fair running from 10a.m. to 4p.m. (PST) \nLooking for information and inspiration in the areas work\, education and settlement during this pandemic? Canadian Immigrant is here for you! Over the years\, Canadian Immigrant has held annual fairs across the country and this year\, will be presenting free informative and interactive virtual fairs featuring everything the in-person fairs have to offer! \nThe Virtual Fair will provide an opportunity to hear from key leaders and attend sessions on topics ranging from entrepreneurship\, small business\, soft skills and more. You will also have an opportunity to connect with exhibitors at the Fair (including employers\, recruiters\, immigrant service providers\, educational institutions and more). \nFind out more at: CanadianImmigrant.ca/Virtual.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/virtual-canadian-immigrant-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201119T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201103T003025Z
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UID:17213-1605792600-1605796200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:CRA International students presentation
DESCRIPTION:Event: CRA International students presentation\nTime: Thursday\, November 19\, 2020 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Pacific Standard Time\nHost: Canada Revenue Agency \nPlease register using the following link: https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?MTID=e0b32c0b4854c00311b4b5ccfd365e659  \nDescription of Event: International students\, if you are a resident of Canada for income tax purposes\, there are benefit and credit payments you could get! Are you a resident of Canada for income tax purposes? Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit\, the Canada Workers Benefit\, the tuition tax credit\, the Disability tax credit\, the Canada child benefit\, and the Child disability benefit.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/cra-international-students-presentation/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201103T005911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T005911Z
UID:17222-1606089600-1606348799@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Pathways to Prosperity 2020 National Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Future of Immigration and (Re)Settlement in Canada\nNovember 23-24\, 2020: Pathways to Prosperity Annual National Conference\nNovember 25\, 2020: P2P Conference for Local Immigration Partnerships and Réseaux en immigration francophone \nPathways to Prosperity is pleased to be holding a virtual conference this year\, with many of the features of our in-person conferences for which we have come to be known. This includes plenaries\, a keynote speaker\, workshops\, posters\, exhibitors\, and opportunities to network with colleagues. Join researchers\, service providers\, Local Immigration Partnerships\, Réseaux en immigration francophone\, representatives of all levels of government\, and others working in the area of immigration for a three-day event on immigration in an increasingly complex environment. \nOn Monday November 23 and Tuesday November 24\, the P2P Annual National Conference will run from 11:00 AM EST to 4:45 PM EST\, with evening activities on November 23 for interested parties. The conference will focus on immigration and (re)settlement in Canada in this time of a worldwide pandemic and increased awareness of the racism and discrimination facing immigrants every day. We will discuss the challenges and opportunities for change now and in the coming years. \nOn Wednesday November 25\, the full day conference for Local Immigration Partnerships and Réseaux en immigration francophone will run from 11:00 AM EST to 4:45 PM EST\, focusing on upcoming priorities set by these collaborative enterprises. \nClick Here to register.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/pathways-to-prosperity-2020-national-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201007T215838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T220211Z
UID:17072-1606381200-1607698800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:The CCR Virtual Fall Consultation is in preparation!
DESCRIPTION:This consultation provides a key opportunity for all those in the settlement sector to connect with others across Canada\, to dialogue with government and to learn from experts in many areas. With views from all Canadian provinces\, the Consultation offers opportunities for professional development\, networking and strategy. \nThe Virtual Consultation will feature a series of workshops and on-line meetings as well as a social event. \nInformation \nWhen: 26 November – 11 December 2020 (with two non-concurrent sessions per day)\nWhere: Online\nWho: Refugees\, immigrants\, representatives of refugee and immigrant-serving organizations\, government\, UNHCR\, academics\, community workers\, lawyers\, youth advocates and more. Everyone is welcome to participate!\nProgram\, registration dates and fees: Available shortly \nYou can visit https://ccrweb.ca/en/meetings for more information. This page is updated regularly as new information becomes available.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-ccr-virtual-fall-consultation-is-in-preparation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
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UID:17463-1606399200-1606404600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar-  Food Insecurity and the Right to Food in BC
DESCRIPTION:Food insecurity is the inadequate or insecure access to food due to financial limitations. Many people can’t afford the quantity or quality of food needed for a healthy diet. It’s a serious global issue that impacts over 4.4 million Canadians and over 500\,000 British Columbians. Food insecurity contributes to inadequate nutrition. It negatively affects the physical and mental health of both adults and children. It affects vulnerable\, low-income populations. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic\, many households are facing increased difficulties accessing nutritious foods. \nThis webinar features experts who share their knowledge\, points of view\, and work in food insecurity. Graham Riches\, UBC Professor Emeritus and former Director of the UBC School of Social Work\, is an internationally-recognized expert on food insecurity\, social policy and the Right to Food. Sarah Kim is Coordinator of the Vancouver Neighbourhood Food Networks and an advocate for food and income security. Zahra Esmail is Executive Director of South Vancouver Neighbourhood House and her portfolio includes food security. \nThis webinar also introduces a new AMSSA BCSIS e-learning module on food insecurity from the macro level through to initiatives to improve food equity. \nRegistration Details: \nDate: Thursday\, November 26\, 2020\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM PT\nPlease register Here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-food-insecurity-and-the-right-to-food-in-bc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201127T005919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201127T010326Z
UID:17506-1607176800-1607184000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Refugees and Borders: Remapping the World We Think We Know
DESCRIPTION:flyer final 201119 – Refugees and Borders \nBorders are first imagined and then built. What we think borders can do is shaped by the stories we tell.\nWhat is your border story? \nRegister today for this free webinar Refugees and Borders: Remapping the World We Think We Know where you can ask questions and participate in dialogue with lived-experience and academic experts. \nEvent Details:\n05 December 2020\, Saturday\n2-4 pm Pacific Standard Time\nRegister HERE. \n This webinar begins with a virtual screening of Borderstory\, a Worn Words short documentary and dialogue-opener about what the word ‘border’ means to us. Following the film\, cross-sector experts will engage questions as part of a panel discussion on the word ‘border’ and give concrete suggestions for policy and law. Participants are invited to ask honest questions and participate in dialogue based on personal experience and collective curiosity. As global and country citizens\, we’ll imagine incremental ways our idea of ‘border” can increasingly become more human-centred and benefit the safety needs of people seeking refuge while honouring the practical need for boundaries.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/refugees-and-borders-remapping-the-world-we-think-we-know/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201127T004744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201127T005423Z
UID:17499-1607349600-1607356800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Lecture Series Not for Profit Governance: The Journey to Meaningful  Diversity and Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the next AMSSA Lecture Not for Profit Governance: The Journey to Meaningful Diversity and Inclusion. The lecture will explore why diversity and inclusion on not-for-profit Boards of Directors matter and explain the role diversity and inclusion on Boards play in building organizational success and resilience. \nBy exploring concepts such as unconscious bias\, privilege\, and colonial structures\, participants will learn about how to build and nurture a Board that truly represents the communities and identities that make up Canadian society. \nThe AMSSA Lecture Not for Profit Governance: The Journey to Meaningful Diversity and Inclusion is targeted to senior management and their Board of Directors providing IRCC-funded service provider organizations with information on:\nDiversification of the Board of Directors;\nRole of leadership in creating an effective organizational culture; and\nWays to support the full participation of Board members.\nRecruitment\, orientation\, and individual Board roles contribute to organizations that thrive on concepts like shared leadership\, generative and strategic thinking\, and managing conflict that feeds successful outcomes for the whole organization. \nFeaturing expert speakers from Vantage Point\, this lecture will provide an interactive learning environment where service provider organization leaders can engage in this important topic. We encourage service provider organizations to invite their Board of Directors to attend this event. \nDate: Monday December 7\, 2020\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Pacific Time)\nLocation: Zoom | Event details will be sent after registration\nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-lecture-series-not-for-profit-governance-the-journey-to-meaningful-diversity-and-inclusion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201117T185827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201117T185827Z
UID:17445-1607421600-1607428800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Le rôle des travailleurs en établissement dans le parrainage privé des réfugiés
DESCRIPTION:PFPR.travailleurs_en_établissement_parrainage_réfugiés.decembre_2020 \nThe Refugee Sponsorship Training Program will organize a virtual training session in French developed specifically for settlement workers. The session will equip Francophone settlement workers to better support their clients who are sponsored refugees and to collaborate more efficiently with sponsoring groups. \nThe training session will take place on Tuesday\, December 8\, at 10 am (Pacific Time).  \nPlease register here. \nLe Programme de formation sur le parrainage privé des réfugiés a le plaisir d’annoncer une séance de formation virtuelle\, élaborée à l’intention des travailleurs en établissement francophones. La séance outillera les travailleurs en établissement pour soutenir leurs clients réfugiés parrainés et pour appuyer le travail des groupes qui parrainent ces nouveaux arrivants. \nLa formation aura lieu le mardi 8 décembre à 10 h (heure du Pacifique) et les participants peuvent s’y inscrire en cliquant sur le lien suivant : https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtd-6hrD0qGdXhThyOJNjgV5VjYFQAlyL_
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/le-role-des-travailleurs-en-etablissement-dans-le-parrainage-prive-des-refugies/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201210
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201119T214630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T214630Z
UID:17466-1607472000-1607558399@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to WorkSafeBC's Policies and Procedures
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is hosting three separate days of virtual education to address WorkSafeBC specific training needs of Migrant Worker Service Providers in BC. These sessions are open to all organizations supporting migrant workers across BC. \nThe intent of these workshops is to increase the capacity of organizations’ providing support to migrant workers (such as guidance on workplace rights\, responsibilities\, and safety) through increased knowledge of WorkSafeBC processes. \nSpeakers from various WorkSafeBC departments will present on a number of WorkSafeBC related topics and training needs. These topics and training needs will further be divided into sessions specifically aimed towards supporting frontline staff and others being more targeted towards higher-level management. \nThe sessions will also serve as an opportunity to ask questions and bring input forward directly to WorkSafeBC. \nWorkshop #1 Introduction to WorkSafeBC’s Policies and Procedures \nDescription: This workshop will provide a general overview of WorkSafeBC’s history\, policies\, and procedures. Participants will learn more about the Workers Compensation Act\, the Health and Safety regulations\, as well as about services\, benefits\, and the topic of claims suppression. \nIMPORTANT NOTE:\nThere is a separate registration for workshops that are open for frontline service providers and a separate registration for workshops open for higher-level management/CEOs (see below). \nYou will need to register for each workshop separately that you wish to attend\, using the appropriate registration field based on your role at your organization. \n(Please note that your registration does not guarantee attendance. As space for these sessions are limited\, registrations will be approved on first come first serve basis. Once your registration has been approved you will receive an email confirming your attendance.) \nIf you are a frontline service provider use these links to register for the workshops:\nDate and time:\nRegistration for Workshop 1\nWednesday\, December 9th\, 2020\, 9AM – 12PM \nIf you are a manager/CEO at your organization\, please use these links to register for the workshops:\nDate and time:\nRegistration for Workshop 1 \nWednesday\, December 9th\, 2020\, 1PM – 4PM
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/introduction-to-worksafebcs-policies-and-procedures/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201209T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201103T002653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T003400Z
UID:17210-1607520600-1607524200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:CRA Newcomers Benefits and Credits Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Event: CRA Newcomers Benefits and Credits Presentation\nTime: Wednesday\, December 9\, 2020 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Pacific Standard Time\nHost: Canada Revenue Agency \nPlease register using the following link: https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?MTID=eaf7bb94d9a2fbc3f80bf64b7876e0968 \nDescription of Event: Don’t miss out on the benefits and credits to which you may be entitled. Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are the Canada child benefit\, Disability tax credit\, Child disability benefit\, Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit\, and the Canada Workers Benefit.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/cra-newcomers-benefits-and-credits-presentation-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201119T215151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T215151Z
UID:17468-1607558400-1607644799@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:WorkSafeBC's Claims Processes
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is hosting three separate days of virtual education to address WorkSafeBC specific training needs of Migrant Worker Service Providers in BC. These sessions are open to all organizations supporting migrant workers across BC. \nThe intent of these workshops is to increase the capacity of organizations’ providing support to migrant workers (such as guidance on workplace rights\, responsibilities\, and safety) through increased knowledge of WorkSafeBC processes. \nSpeakers from various WorkSafeBC departments will present on a number of WorkSafeBC related topics and training needs. These topics and training needs will further be divided into sessions specifically aimed towards supporting frontline staff and others being more targeted towards higher-level management. \nThe sessions will also serve as an opportunity to ask questions and bring input forward directly to WorkSafeBC. \nWorkshop #2 WorkSafeBC’s Claims Processes\nDescription: The workshop is intended to provide a greater understanding of the various WorkSafeBC Claims Processes. Amongst the topics covered will be: COVID-19 claims\, mental health claims and out of country claims processes. \nIMPORTANT NOTE:\nThere is a separate registration for workshops that are open for frontline service providers and a separate registration for workshops open for higher-level management/CEOs (see below). \nYou will need to register for each workshop separately that you wish to attend\, using the appropriate registration field based on your role at your organization. \n(Please note that your registration does not guarantee attendance. As space for these sessions are limited\, registrations will be approved on first come first serve basis. Once your registration has been approved you will receive an email confirming your attendance.) \nIf you are a frontline service provider use these links to register for the workshops:\nDate and time:\nRegistration for Workshop 2\nThursday\, December 10th\, 2020\, 9AM – 12PM \nIf you are a manager/CEO at your organization\, please use these links to register for the workshops:\nDate and time:\nRegistration for Workshop 2\nThursday\, December 10th\, 2020\, 1PM – 4PM
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/worksafebcs-claims-processes/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201210T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201103T003223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T003223Z
UID:17215-1607607000-1607610600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:CRA International students presentation
DESCRIPTION:Event: CRA International students presentation\nTime: Thursday\, December 10\, 2020 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Pacific Standard Time\nHost: Canada Revenue Agency \nPlease register using the following link: https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?MTID=e1057a77b22454e57c908fb8d0e646df2  \nDescription of Event: International students\, if you are a resident of Canada for income tax purposes\, there are benefit and credit payments you could get! Are you a resident of Canada for income tax purposes? Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit\, the Canada Workers Benefit\, the tuition tax credit\, the Disability tax credit\, the Canada child benefit\, and the Child disability benefit.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/cra-international-students-presentation-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20201219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20201219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201216T084057Z
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UID:17613-1608379200-1608386400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Employment Readiness Program for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join the Muslim Food Bank Community Services for the Employment Readiness Program for Youth. \nThe MFBCS will be hosting a series of workshops to help prepare participants for the BC job market.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/employment-readiness-program-for-youth/
LOCATION:Muslim Food Bank and Community Services\, 101 - 12941 115 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Food Bank and Community Services":MAILTO:contact@muslimfoodbank.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210113
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201119T215755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T215755Z
UID:17470-1610409600-1610495999@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:WorkSafeBC's Enforcement Processes: Incident Investigations and Examples of COVID-19 and Bullying and Harassment Requirements and Inspections
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is hosting three separate days of virtual education to address WorkSafeBC specific training needs of Migrant Worker Service Providers in BC. These sessions are open to all organizations supporting migrant workers across BC.   \nThe intent of these workshops is to increase the capacity of organizations’ providing support to migrant workers (such as guidance on workplace rights\, responsibilities\, and safety) through increased knowledge of WorkSafeBC processes.  \nSpeakers from various WorkSafeBC departments will present on a number of WorkSafeBC related topics and training needs. These topics and training needs will further be divided into sessions specifically aimed towards supporting frontline staff and others being more targeted towards higher-level management.  \nThe sessions will also serve as an opportunity to ask questions and bring input forward directly to WorkSafeBC. \nThe following are descriptions of topics covered in each workshop. \nWorkshop #3 WorkSafeBC’s Enforcement Processes: Incident Investigations and Examples of COVID-19 and Bullying and Harassment Requirements and Inspections\nDescription: This workshop will focus on looking more closely at the WorkSafeBC’s enforcement processes. Topics discussed during this workshop will include enforcement of health and safety regulations\, incident investigation\, as well as looking at examples of COVID-19\, Bullying and Harassment requirements and inspections. \nIMPORTANT NOTE:\nThere is a  separate registration for workshops that are open for frontline service providers and a separate registration for workshops open for higher-level management/CEOs (see below).  \nYou will need to register for each workshop separately that you wish to attend\, using the appropriate registration field based on your role at your organization. \n(Please note that your registration does not guarantee attendance. As space for these sessions are limited\, registrations will be approved on first come first serve basis. Once your registration has been approved you will receive an email confirming your attendance.) \nIf you are a frontline service provider use these links to register for the workshops:  \nDate and time:\nRegistration for Workshop 3\nTuesday\, January 12th\, 2021\, 9AM – 12PM \nIf you are a manager/CEO at your organization\, please use these links to register for the workshops:\nDate and time:\nRegistration for Workshop 3\nTuesday\, January 12th\, 2021\, 1PM – 4PM
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/worksafebcs-enforcement-processes-incident-investigations-and-examples-of-covid-19-and-bullying-and-harassment-requirements-and-inspections/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210108T230839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T230839Z
UID:17863-1610456400-1610463600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Hiring Event- Vancouver North East WorkBC Centre
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC Vancouver North East is pleased to host an online hiring event with Canada Six Fortune Enterprise. \nDate And Time: Tuesday\, January 12\, 2021\n1:00 PM – 3:00 PM PST\nLocation: Zoom \nJob Opportunities:\nSeafood Sales Representative\nFood Service (Asian Restaurant) – Sales Representative\nAsian Market – Sales Representative\nWarehouse Freezer Assembler (Morning Shift) \nTo register go to: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canda-six-fortune-virtual-hiring-event-vne-workbc-registration-134574288319
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/virtual-hiring-event-vancouver-north-east-workbc-centre-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210107T002140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T003247Z
UID:17729-1610992800-1610998200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Racial Literacy: Virtual Lecture Series with Dr. Ismaël Traoré (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:As more individuals awaken to the reality of racism\, public education becomes a crucial venue for dispensing evidence-based knowledge and for the public to develop racial literacy. Join Dr. Traoré for part two of the lecture series on racism and anti-racism. Through talks\, reading assignments\, and question and answer sessions\, this series will provide participants with foundational knowledge on the topic. \nThe winter lectures will focus on a developmental approach to building an anti-racist multicultural organization\, different organizational anti-racism strategies\, and working on the self.\nThis series is best suited for people who are:\na) Aware that racism exists and seek more information about its various manifestations\, and\nb) Interested in learning more about anti-racism work.\nThis series is not a “how-to” series\, which is the domain of consultants. Instead\, the focus is on “what”; that is\, on explaining core concepts and domains of knowledge in the field of racism and anti-racism. Participants are expected to commit to attending all lectures\, and doing all readings\, because they build upon one another. \nWinter (Part 2) Lectures Details:\nDates:\nMonday January 18\, 2021\nMonday February 8\, 2021\nMonday March 1\, 2021\nMonday March 22\, 2021\nTime: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm (PST)\nLocation: Online | more details will be sent after registration \n*Please note that the lectures are offered in the evenings to accommodate front-line staff who work with clients all day. The lectures will be turned into E-Learning modules so people who cannot attend the live event will have the ability to do the E-Learning course at their convenience. \nClick HERE to register. \nRegistration deadline:\nJanuary 11\, 2021\n11:59 PM (PST)
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/racial-literacy-virtual-lecture-series-with-dr-ismael-traore-part-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210119T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210118T204654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210118T204654Z
UID:18096-1611028800-1611075600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Our Youth Our Future
DESCRIPTION:Immigrant Services Calgary will be hosting a workshop series for youth parents. This workshop series aim to help  parents to learn about strategies and methods for dealing with psychological and behavioral problems and taking care of their mental health well being. The  first session will be on: \nDate: January 19th\,\nTime: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (PT)\nPlease Register HERE.\nLanguage: English\nGuest Speaker: Arpi Parikh\, RSW MSW\, founder of Nirvana Counseling and Therapy Services\, Calgary\,
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/workshop-our-youth-our-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210115T011551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T011551Z
UID:18062-1611061200-1611066600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:ISSofBC INDUSTRY TALK: Career Opportunities With ICBC
DESCRIPTION:2021-2-16 Industry Talk Accounting Finance Robert Half\, final – no markup \nAs ICBC (The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia ) rolls out the new insurance policy\, there are new career opportunities for newcomers.\nThe guest speakers from ICBC will talk about\n• ICBC and the diverse and inclusive workplace\n• Most demanded positions\n• New job opportunities for people with medical rehabilitation\, or nursing background\n• The qualification and requirements\n• The application process. \nWhen:\nTuesday – Jan 19\, 2021\n1:00 pm to 2:30 pm\nWhere: Online
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/issofbc-industry-talk-career-opportunities-with-icbc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210108T230032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T230300Z
UID:17856-1611061200-1611068400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Hiring Event- Vancouver North East WorkBC Centre
DESCRIPTION:WorkBC-Hiring Event-2021-01-19 \nVancouver North East WorkBC Centre is pleased to host a virtual hiring event.\nHiring 6 Production Operators\n– Mechanically inclined and able to effectively work through technical challenges with team members\n– Detailed oriented and inclined toward continuous improvement\n– Good verbal and written communication skills\n– Able to carry up to 50lbs\, stand for long periods of time\, and push/pull loaded pallet\n– Previous experience working in manufacturing/production an asset\n– Forklift and first aid certifications an asset\n  \nWhere: Online through Zoom\nWhen: Tuesday January 19 | 1:00pm to 3:00pm\nRegister at workbcevents.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/virtual-hiring-event-vancouver-north-east-workbc-centre/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210126T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210115T000537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T010702Z
UID:18046-1611655200-1611660600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy: Introduction to Banking and Credit in Canada for Migrant Workers
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the banking system is an essential component of adapting to life in Canada. Newly arrived migrant workers are often unaware of how the banking system works in Canada. This places them at significant risk of fraud or making mistakes that can impact their financial situation in a negative way.  \nThe purpose of this webinar is to provide organizations who provide support services to migrant workers with information on what newly arrived migrant workers need to be aware of when it comes to the banking system in Canada. By having this information\, service providers will be better equipped to answer questions and support migrant workers to avoid potential confusion\, mistakes\, or fraud.  \nThe Financial Consumer Agency of Canada will offer direction on topics such as how to build a credit history in Canada\, things to be aware of when opening a bank account/dealing with banks\, credit cards and other types of credits\, choosing a financial advisor\, and privacy and fraud risks to be aware of. \nWebinar:  Financial Literacy: Introduction to Banking and Credit in Canada for Migrant Workers\nDate: Tuesday\, January 26\, 2021\nTime: 10:00 am to 11:30 am* (PST)\nLocation: Online | You will receive the web link via email after registering \nPlease Register HERE.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/financial-literacy-introduction-to-banking-and-credit-in-canada-for-migrant-workers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210129T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20201216T084738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T210601Z
UID:17615-1611824400-1611937800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Event: IRCC BC and Yukon Virtual Summit |  Événement de l'AMSSA : Sommet virtuel d’IRCC de la C.B. et du Yukon
DESCRIPTION:The IRCC BCY Virtual Summit is a learning and sharing opportunity for service provider organizations (SPOs) funded by IRCC BCY. The Summit will include a keynote address\, panel presentations\, concurrent sessions\, and networking opportunities. All Summit topics have been determined through survey feedback and collaboration with the Summit Advisory Committee and IRCC. \nWHO\nThis virtual summit is open to all IRCC-funded service providers in BC and the Yukon. Content will address the scope of work of various levels of settlement and integration staff from frontline staff to managers to executive-level. \nWHY\n\nTo learn and discuss how government priorities will impact and influence settlement and integration in BC and the Yukon in post-COVID recovery.\nTo understand and identify strategic responses to emerging trends and sector needs.\nTo provide practical and relevant professional development opportunities for SPOs\nTo support the development of networking\, collaboration and resource sharing across regions\, across providers and between the full spectrum of settlement\, integration and language services.\n\nWHERE\nOnline \nWHEN\n\nJanuary 28 – 29\, 2021\nJanuary 28: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm PST (Time to be confirmed)\nJanuary 29: 9:00 am – 4:15 pm PST (Time to be confirmed)\n\nThis meeting is for IRCC-funded service providers in BC and Yukon only.  \nFor more information\, click here. \nPlease contact njavaher@amssa.org if you have any questions or comments. \n\nLe Sommet virtuel d’IRCC de la Colombie-Britannique et du Yukon est une occasion d’apprentissage et de partage pour les organismes fournisseurs de services financés par IRCC de la Colombie-Britannique et du Yukon. Le Sommet comprendra un discours luminaire\, des présentations d’experts\, des séances simultanées et des occasions de réseautage. Tous les sujets du Sommet ont été déterminés grâce aux commentaires du sondage et à la collaboration avec le Comité consultatif du Sommet et IRCC. \nQUI\nCe Sommet virtuel est ouvert à tous les fournisseurs de services financés par IRCC en C.-B. et au Yukon. Le contenu portera sur la portée des travaux des divers niveaux du personnel d’établissement et d’intégration\, du personnel de première ligne aux gestionnaires en passant par la haute direction. \nPOURQUOI\n\nPour apprendre et discuter de la façon dont les priorités du gouvernement influeront sur l’établissement et l’intégration en C.-B. et au Yukon au cours de la reprise après la COVID.\nPour comprendre et déterminer les réponses stratégiques aux tendances émergentes et aux besoins du secteur.\nPour offrir des possibilités de perfectionnement professionnel pratiques et pertinentes aux organismes fournisseurs de services.\nPour soutenir le développement du réseautage\, de la collaboration et du partage des ressources dans toutes les régions\, entre les fournisseurs et entre la gamme complète des services d’établissement et d’intégration et des services linguistiques.\n\nOÙ\nEn ligne \nQUAND\n\nLes 28 et 29 janvier 2021\nLe 28 janvier : de 9 h à 16 h HNP (heure à confirmer)\nLe 29 janvier : de 9 h à 16 h 15 HNP (heure à confirmer)\n\nCette réunion s’adresse uniquement aux fournisseurs de services financés par IRCC en Colombie-Britannique et au Yukon.  \nEn savoir plus\, cliquez ici \nVeuillez communiquer avec njavaher@amssa.org si vous avez des questions ou des commentaires.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/ircc-bcy-virtual-summit-sommet-virtuel-dircc-de-la-c-b-et-du-yukon/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AMSSA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210107T002313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T003321Z
UID:17732-1612807200-1612812600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Racial Literacy: Virtual Lecture Series with Dr. Ismaël Traoré (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:As more individuals awaken to the reality of racism\, public education becomes a crucial venue for dispensing evidence-based knowledge and for the public to develop racial literacy. Join Dr. Traoré for part two of the lecture series on racism and anti-racism. Through talks\, reading assignments\, and question and answer sessions\, this series will provide participants with foundational knowledge on the topic. \nThe winter lectures will focus on a developmental approach to building an anti-racist multicultural organization\, different organizational anti-racism strategies\, and working on the self.\nThis series is best suited for people who are:\na) Aware that racism exists and seek more information about its various manifestations\, and\nb) Interested in learning more about anti-racism work.\nThis series is not a “how-to” series\, which is the domain of consultants. Instead\, the focus is on “what”; that is\, on explaining core concepts and domains of knowledge in the field of racism and anti-racism. Participants are expected to commit to attending all lectures\, and doing all readings\, because they build upon one another. \nWinter (Part 2) Lectures Details:\nDates:\nMonday January 18\, 2021\nMonday February 8\, 2021\nMonday March 1\, 2021\nMonday March 22\, 2021\nTime: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm (PST)\nLocation: Online | more details will be sent after registration \n*Please note that the lectures are offered in the evenings to accommodate front-line staff who work with clients all day. The lectures will be turned into E-Learning modules so people who cannot attend the live event will have the ability to do the E-Learning course at their convenience. \nClick HERE to register. \nRegistration deadline:\nJanuary 11\, 2021\n11:59 PM (PST)
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/racial-literacy-virtual-lecture-series-with-dr-ismael-traore-part-2-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180446
CREATED:20210210T011316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T011316Z
UID:18404-1613037600-1613044800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSATalk: Climate Change  Displacement  & Environmental Racism
DESCRIPTION:This AMSSATalk is for any settlement and integration staff wanting to learn more about the connections between climate change\, service delivery and human rights. Key intersecting realities include Indigenous land-based awareness\, local provincial displacement and environmental racism. Viewers will hear speakers consider ways to bring people and communities to the centre of the conversation and how to support newcomers with accessing health\, employment and other services during and after climate emergency response situations and always. \nCurrently\, there is no refugee designation for those displaced by climate change. However\, as the impacts of climate change increase\, so is the number of people displaced by natural disasters and environmental degradation. The World Bank has estimated that by 2050\, there will be 143 million more climate migrants from Latin America\, sub-Saharan Africa\, and Southeast Asia alone. \nMeanwhile\, within Canada\, climate change is impacting internal displacement (wildfires in BC) and further displacing Indigenous Peoples from their lands. Racism and colonialism continue to permeate all layers of our society and as a result of environmental racism\, climate change disproportionately impacts marginalized communities\, particularly BIPOC and/or poor communities. \nRegister to join to the AMSSATalk and stay for a live Q&A period with our speakers. This talk compliments the AMSSA Migration Matters info sheet on the same topic. \nDate: Thursday February 11\, 2021\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)\nOnline: Upon registering\, you’ll receive a Zoom link the day before the event\nPlease register HERE. \nRegistration deadline: Wednesday February 10\, 2021 \n3:00 PM (PST)
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssatalk-climate-change-displacement-environmental-racism/
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