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SUMMARY:PICS Summer Camp for Elementary School Students
DESCRIPTION:The Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society presents the PICS Summer Camp for Elementary School Students! \nDuration: June 27 – July 15\, 2016\nWhen: Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 12:00pm / 1:00pm – 4:00pm\nWhere: PICS Surrey Office\, 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\nRegistration: Call Jonathan at 604-596-7722 or e-mail summercamp@pics.bc.ca \nJoin the PICS Summer Camp today – It’s Free! \nThis summer\, PICS will be hosting two free camps for children between the ages of 6 and 12. The PICS staff will provide arts\, crafts\, games\, activities and field trips for all children to enjoy. \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/pics-summer-camp-for-elementary-school-students-2/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160627T120000
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SUMMARY:PICS Summer Camp for Elementary School Students
DESCRIPTION:The Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society presents the PICS Summer Camp for Elementary School Students! \nDuration: June 27 – July 15\, 2016\nWhen: Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 12:00pm / 1:00pm – 4:00pm\nWhere: PICS Surrey Office\, 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\nRegistration: Call Jonathan at 604-596-7722 or e-mail summercamp@pics.bc.ca \nJoin the PICS Summer Camp today – It’s Free! \nThis summer\, PICS will be hosting two free camps for children between the ages of 6 and 12. The PICS staff will provide arts\, crafts\, games\, activities and field trips for all children to enjoy. \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/pics-summer-camp-for-elementary-school-students/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160625T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160617T171246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160617T171624Z
UID:5615-1466852400-1466863200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Singapore Club presents the Summer Picnic! \nWhen: Saturday\, June 25\, 2016 from 11am – 2pm\nLocation: South Central Park\, Parking Lot at Boundary Road (Between 45th and 46th Avenue) \nMembers and Members’ Children under 5yrs old: Free\nNon members: $10.00\nChildren 5 – 10 years old: $5.00\nChildren above 10 years old: $10.00 \nTo register\, please call: 604-616-8258; e-mail: violetct99@gmail.com. \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/summer-picnic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160610T220002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160610T220629Z
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SUMMARY:Orientation Session: PICS Summer Camp for Elementary School Students
DESCRIPTION:The Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society presents the PICS Summer Camp for Elementary School Students! \nDuration: June 27 – July 15\, 2016\nWhen: Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 12:00pm / 1:00pm – 4:00pm\nWhere: PICS Surrey Office\, 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\nRegistration: Call Jonathan at 604-596-7722 or e-mail summercamp@pics.bc.ca \nJoin the PICS Summer Camp today – It’s Free! \nThis summer\, PICS will be hosting two free camps for children between the ages of 6 and 12. The PICS staff will provide arts\, crafts\, games\, activities and field trips for all children to enjoy. \nView the poster by clicking here. \nOrientation Session: June 24th at 6:00pm at the PICS Surrey Location\, 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/orientation-pics-summer-camp-for-elementary-school-students/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160608T232159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160608T232242Z
UID:5561-1466676000-1466683200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA E-Symosium: Interfaith Bridging: Building Connections. Building Community.
DESCRIPTION:A truly welcoming society is one where everyone feels that they can bring their “whole self” to the community and their workplace and where differences are respected and valued. In Canada\, religious diversity is growing with the number of people having a non-Christian religion expected to double to 14% of the population by 2031; about half of the non-Christian population would be Muslim. \nRespectfully accommodating religious practices such as prayer\, dietary needs and clothing requirements as well as religious holy days is also a display of interculturally competent leadership within a community. What does respect look or feel like in a society of people with various faith\, religious & spiritual beliefs\, values & observances? How can we start a respectful conversation about religious or spiritual beliefs? \nThis E-Symposium will explore innovative approaches to interfaith bridging focusing on collaboration and communication between the settlement service provider agencies\, faith organizations\, academia and newcomers themselves \nPanelists: \nPresentations will feature speakers from: \n\nSimon Fraser University’s Centre for Dialogue\nThe BC Muslim Association (BCMA)\nRichmond Multicultural Community Services (RMCS)\n\nEvent Details: \nDate: June 23\, 2016\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (PDT)\nLocation: Online \nRegister to the E-Symposium by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-e-symosium-interfaith-bridging-building-connections-building-community/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160620T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160620T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160610T215447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160610T221013Z
UID:5589-1466440200-1466447400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:IELTS Preparation Classes
DESCRIPTION:The Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society presents International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Preparation Classes. \nWhen: 6 Sessions starting June 20th\, 2016; Monday – Thursday from 4: 30 – 6:30pm\nWhere: #205\, 12725-80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\nRegistration: Please call Eva Touzard\, 604-596-7722 Ext. 138\nRegistration Cost: $495.00 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/ielts-preparation-classes/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160527T210410Z
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UID:5508-1466186400-1466287200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Welcome 2016 - A Welcoming Communities Summit (South Okanagan|Simikameen)
DESCRIPTION:WELCOME 2016 is a Welcoming Communities Summit to be held at Okanagan College\, with opening ceremonies and reception Friday evening\, June 17th and a full day of breakout sessions and keynotes on Saturday\, June 18th. \nThis event has been organized by the South Okanagan | Similkameen Local Immigration Partnership.  We are working to increase the pace of social and economic integration for new immigrants\, a goal I believe we all play a part in attaining. \nHere are some of the session highlights: \n\nEmployer Tools – How to find\, hire and retain newcomer talent\nMigration Matters – Local History\, Who moved here when\nBuilding Healthy Communities Through Sport\nCanadian Immigration Law – New rules\, new opportunities\nContinuing the Dream – What to know about starting a business in Canada\nCharacteristics of a Welcoming Community – Panel Presentation\nEnrolling Foreign Students – A Community Solution\nEntrepreneurship in BC  – Are you ready to take the plunge?\nLocalizing the Great Canadian National Project – Welcoming Refugees to the South Okanagan\n\nNick Noorani will be providing the Keynote Address.  Nick is a social entrepreneur and immigrant advocate.  He is an author and publisher who takes his work to a higher level through extensive community involvement. \nThe Summit includes great food and entertainment\, a bargain for the Early Bird registration of only $49.  Seating is limited for some of the sessions.  You have the opportunity to customize your day when you register.  Register early for the best selections.  Presenter details and registration is on-line at www.soslip.ca or in person at the SOICS office (508 Main Street).
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/welcome-2016-a-welcoming-communities-summit-south-okanagansimikameen/
LOCATION:Jim Pattison Centre for Excellence – Okanagan College\, 583 Duncan Avenue West\, Penticton\, BC\, V2A 8E1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160606T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160506T232616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160506T232616Z
UID:5384-1465218000-1465225200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Emotional Wellbeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC hosts the Emotional Wellbeing Workshop\, presented by it’s Multicultural Clinical Counselling Program. \nWorkshop Content: \n\nImmigration and stress;\nMental Health: Myths and Facts;\nSigns to seek help; and\nCommunity Resources.\n\nWhen: June 6\, 2016 from 1:00 – 3:00m\nWhere: MOSAIC Burnaby\, 5902 Kingsway\nTo R.S.V.P: Call 604-254-9626 Ext 228 or e-mail mccp@mosaicbc.com.\nCost: By donation \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/emotional-wellbeing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Burnaby Centre for Immigrants\, 5902 Kingsway\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160527T211211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160527T211533Z
UID:5511-1465048800-1465059600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Public Art Walk
DESCRIPTION:YMCA Connections Program for New Immigrants presents the Public Art Walk. \nJoin YMCA Connections on a guided walk around downtown Vancouver! \n\nLearn about public art you see every day in Vancouver\nGet your exercise enjoying multicultural art\nDiscover more about Aboriginal life and history in Vancouver\nMeet new people and have fun!\n\nWhen: Saturday\, June 4\, 2016 from 2:00pm = 5:00pm \nWhere: Meet at Robert Lee YMCA\, 955 Burrard Street\, Vancouver Room P128 \nTo register and for more information: \n\nGo to www.eventbrite.ca (search YMCA Connections)\nContact at irene.santos@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066\n\nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/public-art-walk/
LOCATION:Robert Lee YMCA\, 955 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160604T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160511T181003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160511T181149Z
UID:5397-1465034400-1465083000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Conversations for Success
DESCRIPTION:YMCA of Greater Vancouver presents Conversations for Success. \nBuild your English skills\, network and pick up tips on being successful in Canada. \nTrained facilitators will help you practice English through short presentations focused on different topics. \nTopic: Staying Healthy\nCost: Free\, 4 week course. Space is limited\, please register.\nWhen: Saturday mornings\, June 4 – 25\, 2016 from 10:00am – 11:30am\nWhere: Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\nRegister with YMCA Connections at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066. \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/conversations-for-success/
LOCATION:Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160601T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160524T191957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160524T192155Z
UID:5483-1464802200-1464807600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk Credit!
DESCRIPTION:The Jewish Family Service Agency presents Let’s Talk Credit! \nFree fun and interactive workshop. In the workshop you will learn how to: \n\nIdentify what’s in it for you to be good with your money & credit\nIdentify what is on your credit report and the credit rating system\nIdentify the 5 factors that affect your credit score\nCheck your own credit report\nName who may be interested in your credit score/report\nIdentify some myths around credit\nIdentify ways to build your credit and avoid scams\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, June 1\, 2016 from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm\nWhere: Jewish Family Service Agency\, #201 – 475 East Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC V5T 1W9 \nPlease register by contacting Alexandra Greenberg at 604-558-5698 or e-mail at agreenberg@jfsa.ca \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/lets-talk-credit/
LOCATION:Jewish Family Service Agency\, #201 - 475 East Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160506T231324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160506T232438Z
UID:5383-1464613200-1464620400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Emotional Wellbeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC hosts the Emotional Wellbeing Workshop\, presented by it’s Multicultural Clinical Counselling Program. \nWorkshop Content: \n\nImmigration and stress;\nMental Health: Myths and Facts;\nSigns to seek help; and\nCommunity Resources.\n\nWhen: May 30\, 2016 from 1:00 – 3:00m\nWhere: MOSAIC Vancouver\, 2nd Floor 1720 Grant Street\nTo R.S.V.P: Call 604-254-9626 Ext 228 or e-mail mccp@mosaicbc.com.\nCost: By donation \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/emotional-wellbeing-workshop/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Vancouver\, 1720 Grant Street\, 2nd Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160521T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160521T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160513T210341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160513T210430Z
UID:5433-1463833800-1463841000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Dialogue Circle - Healthy Lifestyles and Relationships
DESCRIPTION:South Vancouver Neighbourhood House presents Dialogue Circle – A Place to Connect \nTopic: Healthy Lifestyles and Relationships \nLearn about: \n\nManaging money responsibly\nCredit counselling\nMeet new people in your community\n\nWhen: Saturday\, May 21\, 2016 from 12:30 – 2:30pm \nWhere: 6470 Victoria Drive (Corner 49th and Victoria Drive) \nWho is this for? The sessions are for newcomers and long-time residents of Canada. \nNewcomers\, please bring your permanent resident or other immigration documents to the session. \nBus tickets are provided by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada eligible newcomers to Canada. \nFree child care is provided. \nSeats are limited. To register for the sessions call 604-324-6212. \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/dialogue-circle-healthy-lifestyles-and-relationship/
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:20160519T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160519T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160506T230027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160506T230412Z
UID:5381-1463675400-1463682600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Citizenship Education Classes
DESCRIPTION:Little Mountain Neighbourhood House presents Citizenship Education Classes. \nWhen: May 19\, 26; June 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 2016 (6 Thursdays) from 4:30 – 6:30pm\nWhere: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\nRequirements:  \n\n4 year permanent resident;\nat least English level 4; and\nhave applied for citizenship or ready to file application.\n\nPlease register with Alma/Arely at 604-879-7104 or alma_saplala@lmnhs.bc.ca/arely_rodriguez@lmnhs.bc.ca \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/citizenship-education-classes/
LOCATION:Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160505T180831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T195528Z
UID:5333-1462874400-1462879800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Diversify Your Funding: Grant-Seeking and Building a Social Enterprise
DESCRIPTION:Developing diverse funding sources is gaining in importance for non-profit organizations. There’s no simple formula that will apply to all organizations-a unique\, tailored approach is needed to fit the size\, needs and strengths of each organization. This introductory webinar will explore how two methods of diversifying an organization’s funding – grant-seeking and building a social enterprise – can have the largest impact. \nThis webinar will include the following: \nGrant Seeking: \n\nHow to apply for grants from a position of strength\nDevelop mechanisms and systems to search for and apply for grants\nEffective proposal writing tips\nList additional resources available\n\nBuilding a Social Enterprise: \n\nHow to get your social enterprise ready\nOverview of creating a social enterprise\nNext steps to take in creating a social enterprise\nUnderstanding the importance of having clarity of impact\n\nThe aim of this webinar is to provide individuals working in non-profits with an introductory framework which they can use to continue exploring ways on how to diversify funding for their organizations. \nWebinar Details: \nDate: May 10\, 2016\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 am (PDT)\nLocation: Online – a link will be sent out once you register for the event\nRegistration Cost: \n\nNon-AMSSA member cost: $20 per connection\n\n**Contact us at events@amssa.org if you are an AMSSA or Safe Harbour member or a BC organization funded by IRCC as discounted rates apply. \nRegister to the webinar by clicking here. \nPresenters: \nBarbara McMillan \nBarbara McMillan’s extensive experience as a grantor\, grantee\, and instructor in grantwriting provides a rich backdrop to help individuals and organizations build their capacity in grantseeking and proposal writing.  Besides having assessed over 1000 grant applications\, she has written many successful proposals\, and has taught grantseeking for over 15 years\, including the Grant and Proposal Writing Course in BCIT’s Fundraising Management Certificate Program. \nCharlotte McEwen\, Innoweave \nCharlotte McEwen is an Innoweave Program Officer based in Toronto. Charlotte focuses on Innoweave’s Seniors SI program\, which is a partnership with the Government of Canada to help communities across Canada generate\, implement\, and scale socially innovative community level approaches to reduce the social isolation of seniors. Prior to joining The J.W. McConnell Family Foundation to work on the Innoweave initiative\, Charlotte was a consultant at Accenture focused on nonprofit clients. Charlotte holds a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree from Queen’s University. \nIrene Gannitsos\, Vancity Community Foundation \nIrene has over 15 years of experience in supporting and investing in the development\, start-up and growth of social enterprises and the social enterprise sector.   In her current role at VCF she is responsible for the strategy and execution of VCF’s strategic grant and support programs and partnerships for non-profit social enterprise and community-owned real estate.  Irene sits on the board of The Cleaning Solution\, a non-profit commercial cleaning business based in Vancouver that provides quality employment opportunities to people living with mental illness.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/diversify-your-funding-grant-seeking-and-building-a-social-enterprise/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160304T035005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160304T035005Z
UID:4983-1462176000-1462208400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Retail Connections - Immigrant Youth Retail Employment Program
DESCRIPTION:North Shore Multicultural Society presents Retail Connections: Immigrant Youth Retail Employment Program: \nThe program offers: \n4 weeks of daily group-training sessions including: \n\nVocational assessment\nJob search skills and education coaching\nEmployment connections\nRetail specific trainings Industry recognized short term training certificates:\n\nWorldHost Customer Service\nFood Safe Level 1\nFirst Aid Level 1\n\n\n8 weeks of one-to-one coaching and job-search support.\n\nCriteria: \n\nFor immigrant youth & young adults ages 30 and younger\nMust be a Permanent Resident\, Canadian Citizen or a Protected Person\nIntermediate English language skills required\nUnemployed\, non EI eligible\nActively seeking employment\n\nProgram starts on May 2\, 2016. \nTo view the poster click here. \nTo register and for more information\, please contact retailconnections@nsms.ca or 778-927-2931.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/retail-connections-immigrant-youth-retail-employment-program/
LOCATION:YWCA WorkBC\, Employment Services Centre\, 106\, 980 West 1st Street\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7P 3N4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160409T201943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160409T202054Z
UID:5275-1461924000-1461929400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:StreetWise Cycling Education for Settlement Workers
DESCRIPTION:HUB Cycling is offering the opportunity for Settlement staff from your organization to get involved in our new Cycling Ambassadors Project. Through focus groups and cycling courses for staff\, HUB will provide settlement workers with up-to-date information about cycling as an affordable and accessible form of transportation\, which can improve immigrants’ physical and mental health\, and improve their access to social and economic opportunities. \nWho: Vancouver Settlement Staff – NO cycling experience necessary\nPrice: FREE \nKey Benefits: \n\nIncrease your own knowledge on urban cycling and active transportation\nReceive cycling and transportation resources to share with newcomers.\nReceive free on-bike skills and training! Bikes\, helmets\, and all necessary equipment will be provided.\n\nUpcoming Focus Groups: \nVancouver settlement staff are invited to attend a discussion on active transportation and newcomers to help HUB Cycling understand the current information available to newcomers and to identify any gaps. Information gathered in the focus groups will help us develop new resources for newcomers\, and cycling courses for settlement staff\, which will take place this summer. \nWhen: Friday\, April 29th at 10:00-11:30am\nWhere: ISS Vancouver (501- 333 Terminal Ave) \nView the poster by clicking here. To sign up or receive more information\, contact Alyshia Burak at alyshia@bikehub.ca or call 604-558-2002.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/5275/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver\, 501-333 Terminal Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160428T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160409T191619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160409T194358Z
UID:5260-1461832200-1461861000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Back in Motion’s 2nd Annual Diversity Conference: A Catalyst for Change
DESCRIPTION:Back in Motion presents its 2nd Annual Diversity Conference. \nThis year’s event includes presentations on: \n\nWorking with First Nations in BC\n“Not Myself Today” – workshop on Mental Health\nInsight into the Syrian Culture\nFostering Inclusive and Outstanding Work Environments through Curiosity\, Creativity\, and Courage\nExploring Unconscious Bias\nTry on a Disability\nThe Many Faces of Brain Injury\nMoving from Intercultural to Inclusion: Touching hearts\, opening minds\n\nWhere: Executive Plaza Hotel\, 405 North Rd\, Coquitlam\, BC V3K 3V9 (close to Lougheed Skytrain Station)\nWhen: Thursday\, April 28th\, 2016  Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (registration starts at 7:45 AM)\nCost: $70 Early Bird Price (until April 15th) includes admission to the one day conference\, continental breakfast\, and a delicious lunch. Booths are also available for $75 for your promotional material (includes 1 registration).  Booths will be located inside the event rooms.\nWhat’s new this year: New and exciting presentations as well as LIVE ENTERTAINMENT during lunch! \nWhy attend? \n\nThis year we will have breakout sessions\, so more opportunities for discussion related to workplace specific scenarios\nContinue to improve quality of service by gaining practical tools to help create a diverse and inclusive workplace\nJust like last year\, all attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance to submit to their respective associations for education credits (e.g. BCCDA\, HRMA\, VRA\, and others)\nGreat door prizes!\n\nRegistration: Please send an email to diversity@backinmotion.com for registration details.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/back-in-motions-2nd-annual-diversity-conference-a-catalyst-for-change/
LOCATION:Executive Plaza Hotel Coquitlam\, 405 North Road\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3K 3V9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160409T200725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160409T200725Z
UID:5268-1461232800-1461240000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Helping Children Learn English in Schools
DESCRIPTION:A free workshop for immigrant/newcomer parents helping children learn english in schools. \nDate: April 21\, 2016\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nSpeaker: Ms. Ann Hunter\, ELL Consultant\, Vancouver School Board\nLocation: District Reception and Placement Centre (East Wing of Moberly Elementary) Room 66\, 1000 East 59th Avenue\, Vancouver \nThe workshop will include: \n\nEnglish Language Learner (ELL) programs in elementary and secondary schools\nHow schools support ELL students\nHow ELL students evaluated\nHow students complete the ELL program\nHow parents can support ELL students\nHow parents can get involved in their children’s schools and their schooling\nELL Resources\nQuestion and answer session\n\nThe workshop will be presented in English. Interpretation in Punjabi and Chin languages may be available upon request. To register\, please call 778-772-2543 or e-mail gnagra@vsb.bc.ca. \nPresented by: Multicultural Liaison Workers and the Settlement Workers in Schools Programs of the Vancouver School Board of Education \nFunded by: Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/helping-children-learn-english-in-schools/
LOCATION:Moberly Elementary\, Room #66\, 1000 East 59th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160419T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160409T201811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160409T201811Z
UID:5272-1461079800-1461085200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:StreetWise Cycling Education for Settlement Workers
DESCRIPTION:HUB Cycling is offering the opportunity for Settlement staff from your organization to get involved in our new Cycling Ambassadors Project. Through focus groups and cycling courses for staff\, HUB will provide settlement workers with up-to-date information about cycling as an affordable and accessible form of transportation\, which can improve immigrants’ physical and mental health\, and improve their access to social and economic opportunities. \nWho: Vancouver Settlement Staff – NO cycling experience necessary\nPrice: FREE \nKey Benefits: \n\nIncrease your own knowledge on urban cycling and active transportation\nReceive cycling and transportation resources to share with newcomers.\nReceive free on-bike skills and training! Bikes\, helmets\, and all necessary equipment will be provided.\n\nUpcoming Focus Groups: \nVancouver settlement staff are invited to attend a discussion on active transportation and newcomers to help HUB Cycling understand the current information available to newcomers and to identify any gaps. Information gathered in the focus groups will help us develop new resources for newcomers\, and cycling courses for settlement staff\, which will take place this summer. \nTake part in one of two focus groups: \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 19th at 3:30-5:00pm\nWhere: MOSAIC (1720 Grant St\, Vancouver) \nWhen: Friday\, April 29th at 10:00-11:30am\nWhere: ISS Vancouver (501- 333 Terminal Ave) \nView the poster by clicking here. To sign up or receive more information\, contact Alyshia Burak at alyshia@bikehub.ca or call 604-558-2002.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/streetwise-cycling-education-for-settlement-workers/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Vancouver\, 1720 Grant Street\, 2nd Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160311T232829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160316T160144Z
UID:5041-1460455200-1460476800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:MOSAIC's 5th Annual Vancouver Job & Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC presents it’s 5th Annual Vancouver Job and Career Fair! \nWhen: April 12\, 2016 from 10:00am -4:00pm\nWhere: Croatian Cultural Centre\, 3250 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver BC V5N 4E4\nCost: Free event \nOver 50 Employers are registered and looking for candidates to fill positions in many sectors including Business/Finance\, IT\, Manufacturing/Trades\, Healthcare\, Tourism/Hospitality\, Food Services\, Retail\, Insurance and more. Come prepared to meet recruiters from companies big and small. \nRegister through eventbrite to receive more information about the employers and free workshops by clicking here. \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/mosaics-5th-annual-vancouver-job-career-fair/
LOCATION:Croatian Cultural Centre\, 3250 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5N 4E4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T213016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T213016Z
UID:5195-1460196000-1460203200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:West Village Family Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House and Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres presents West Village Family Drop-in. For children birth to 6 years old. \nThe Family Drop-in is a play-based program. Children and parents/caregivers will have an opportunity to socialize\, play\, participate in art/craft activities\, sing songs\, and read stories in Circle Time. \nVPL monthly visits and information about early childhood education (ECE) development and parenting resources available. Fruit snacks served. \nWhen: Saturdays from 10:00am – 12:00pm\nWhere: West Village Children’s Centre\, 121 West 2nd – 7th Floor\, Vancouver\nCost: By donation\, suggested donation of $2.00 \nFor more information click here for the poster\, or contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/west-village-family-drop-in/
LOCATION:West Village Children’s Centre\, 131 West 2nd\, 7th Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160407T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T211622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T211654Z
UID:5193-1460030400-1460066400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:FLIGHT
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition documenting arrival into Canada through the eyes of immigrants and refugees. See how Canada and life occurs to newcomers and learn what it looks like to start a new chapter in a foreign country. \nWhere: 434 Columbia Street\, Chinatown\, Vancouver\nWhen: 12:00pm – 10:00pm daily from April 1 – 7\, 2016\nCost: Free Admission \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/flight-7/
LOCATION:Art Space\, 434 Columbia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160407T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160407T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T214107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T214538Z
UID:5197-1460026800-1460032200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Social Finance Models for the Settlement Sector
DESCRIPTION:Purpose Capital presents Exploring Social Finance Models for the Settlement Sector. \nSocial finance is attracting increasing attention across Canada\, and there is potential for its use in the settlement sector. Benefits of social finance extend well beyond leveraging new sources of funding. Social finance encourages innovation and new forms of collaboration and can help support the sustainability of service delivery organizations\, including those in the settlement sector. \nThis webinar will explore how social finance models can lead to improved outcomes for individual newcomers and settlement service provider organizations. The webinar will introduce participants to research currently underway on how social finance could be used to assist Canadian newcomers and service provider organizations. The presentation will feature prominent social finance models already being used\, and those with strong potential to address challenges in the settlement sector. \nPresentation topics include: \n\nA review of potential benefits and implications of a social finance approach\nAn overview of social finance models that are relevant to the sector\nExamples of the opportunities and challenges when these models are applied in practice\nAn interactive question and answer session\n\nWebinar participants will have the opportunity to sign-up to receive updates and referrals to additional resources for exploring the potential benefits of social finance for their own purposes. \nWho should participate? \nThe presentation is relevant to service provider organizations\, settlement networks and a wide range of partners working in both social finance and settlement sector areas. \nWebinar Details & Registration:\nWhen: Thursday\, April 7\, 2016\nTime: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm (PDT) / 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (EDT)\nLocation: Online\nCost: Free \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/exploring-social-finance-models-for-the-settlement-sector/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160406T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T211548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T211548Z
UID:5192-1459944000-1459980000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:FLIGHT
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition documenting arrival into Canada through the eyes of immigrants and refugees. See how Canada and life occurs to newcomers and learn what it looks like to start a new chapter in a foreign country. \nWhere: 434 Columbia Street\, Chinatown\, Vancouver\nWhen: 12:00pm – 10:00pm daily from April 1 – 7\, 2016\nCost: Free Admission \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/flight-6/
LOCATION:Art Space\, 434 Columbia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160405T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160405T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T213415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T213415Z
UID:5196-1459870200-1459877400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Children's Health & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Learn about preparing your child for school at the Children’s Health and Resource Fair. \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 5\, 2016 from 3:30 – 5:30pm\nWhere: Creekside Community Centre\, 1 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\nCost: Free community event\, no registration required. \nView the poster by clicking here. For more information contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/childrens-health-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Creekside Community Recreation Centre\, 1 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160405T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T211454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T211454Z
UID:5191-1459857600-1459893600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:FLIGHT
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition documenting arrival into Canada through the eyes of immigrants and refugees. See how Canada and life occurs to newcomers and learn what it looks like to start a new chapter in a foreign country. \nWhere: 434 Columbia Street\, Chinatown\, Vancouver\nWhen: 12:00pm – 10:00pm daily from April 1 – 7\, 2016\nCost: Free Admission \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/flight-5/
LOCATION:Art Space\, 434 Columbia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160404T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T211425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T211425Z
UID:5190-1459771200-1459807200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:FLIGHT
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition documenting arrival into Canada through the eyes of immigrants and refugees. See how Canada and life occurs to newcomers and learn what it looks like to start a new chapter in a foreign country. \nWhere: 434 Columbia Street\, Chinatown\, Vancouver\nWhen: 12:00pm – 10:00pm daily from April 1 – 7\, 2016\nCost: Free Admission \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/flight-4/
LOCATION:Art Space\, 434 Columbia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160404T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160210T202125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160210T202317Z
UID:4700-1459755900-1459875600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Immigration Summit 2016: Creating Tomorrow's Immigration System
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Immigration Summit 2016  will build on the success of last year’s event which featured over 250 immigration leaders and practitioners from across Canada. Join representatives from business\, government\, law\, immigration consulting\, education\, not-for-profits\, and immigrant serving organizations to collaborate and network as we work toward creating a National Immigration Action Plan for Canada. \nWhen: April 4-5\, 2016 \nWhere: Fairmont Chateau Laurier\, Ottawa ON \nThe Summit will focus on the following themes: \n\nSupporting People: How can cross-sectoral stakeholders best work together to help immigrants and refugees succeed in Canada?\nCreating Partnerships: How can we strengthen partnerships to enhance Canada’s immigration system?\nEnhancing Prosperity: How can business\, government\, post-secondary institutions\, and others leverage immigrants’ skills\, connections\, and talents to boost Canada’s economic performance?\n\nView the full agenda! \nImagine an optimal immigration system for Canada’s future. We need your input! Attend and share your thoughts on how we can build a better immigration system. \nAs a valued stakeholder of AMSSA you are entitled to a reduced registration fee of $795 – quote Rebate Code PRM5 to receive the discount. \nPlease note that the Conference Board also offers registration fees for not-for-profit organizations and small businesses with less than 50 emloyees. The above mentioned rates apply to non-registered delegates only. \nIf you have any questions about registration or the program\, please contact Emily Hayward at hayward@conferenceboard.ca or call 613-526-3090 ext. 393. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/canadian-immigration-summit-2016-creating-tomorrows-immigration-system/
LOCATION:Fairmont Chateau Laurier\, 1 Rideau Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N8S7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160403T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160403T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T072419
CREATED:20160402T211339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T211339Z
UID:5189-1459684800-1459720800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:FLIGHT
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition documenting arrival into Canada through the eyes of immigrants and refugees. See how Canada and life occurs to newcomers and learn what it looks like to start a new chapter in a foreign country. \nWhere: 434 Columbia Street\, Chinatown\, Vancouver\nWhen: 12:00pm – 10:00pm daily from April 1 – 7\, 2016\nCost: Free Admission \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/flight-3/
LOCATION:Art Space\, 434 Columbia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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