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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
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UID:4480-1454072400-1454079600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Mom's Learning Support Circle
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC presents the Mom’s Learning Support Circle: A space for newcomer moms to learn and discuss parenting skills across cultures and met new friends. \nIn this group\, moms will learn about: \n\nChildren songs\nParenting skills\nChildren benefits\nRelaxation Exercise\nCommunity resources for\nparents; and\nSupport each other\n\nSuitable for mothers with kids 0-6 \nOnsite childminding will be provided \nWhen: Every Friday\, January 29 – March 4\, 2016 \nVenue: MOSAIC Language Centre\, 304-2730 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver \nTo register\, contact Daisy at 604-254-9626 x 273 or e-mail daisyau@mosiacbc.ca \nView to poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/moms-learning-support-circle/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Language Centre\, 304 - 2730 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160116T014454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160116T014454Z
UID:4479-1453903200-1453910400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Renewing your PR Card and Maintaining your PR Status
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC presents Renewing your PR Card and Maintaining you PR Status \nWhen: January 27\, 2016 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm \nWhere: MOSAIC Burnaby Centre for Immigrants (5902 Kingsway) \nTo register\, contact Solmaz at 604-438-8214 or smehrabani@mosaicbc.com. \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/renewing-your-pr-card-and-maintaining-your-pr-status/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Burnaby Centre for Immigrants\, 5902 Kingsway\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160108T210622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T210622Z
UID:4361-1453885200-1453906800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Our Voices Against Violence Conference
DESCRIPTION:Chimo Community Services presents Our Voices Against Violence Conference \nExploring the social and cultural considerations when addressing violence against women \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 27\, 2016 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm\nWhere: The Executive Airport Plaza Hotel\, 7311 Westminster Highway\, Richmond\, BC\nCost: $45.00 \nRefreshments & hot lunch with be provided. Free parking is available but transit or carpooling is encouraged. \nLearn more and register for the event by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/our-voices-against-violence-conference/
LOCATION:The Executive Airport Plaza\, 7311 Westminster Highway\, Richmond\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Chimo Community Services":MAILTO:chimo@chimoservices.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160126T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160115T215101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160115T215237Z
UID:4437-1453802400-1453807800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar - Trauma Informed Practice: Supporting Clients Who Have Experienced Complex Trauma
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar: \nIndividuals who have experienced traumatic events may have challenges in various life domains. Complex trauma can result in elevated risks and increased service needs; typically crisis and emergency based services. To better understand our clients’ needs and provide them with the most effective care and intervention\, front line workers require an understanding of the impact of trauma. Through trauma awareness\, services and eventually larger social service systems can adapt the approach to fully meet the needs of clients. \nThis webinar will explore these issues and identify how immigrant serving agencies can offer services in a trauma-informed manner\, set policies\, and encourage interactions with clients that facilitate healing and growth. \nThis webinar will discuss the following: \n\nWhat is trauma?\nWhat is trauma in relation to the immigrant and refugee experience?\nWhy is it important that settlement serving agencies are aware of trauma?\nWhat impact does trauma have on our clients?\nHow can we practice being trauma aware/trauma informed?\nResources that currently exist for clients\n\nEvent Details & Registration:\nDate: January 26\, 2016\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 am (PST)\nLocation: Online – a link will be sent to you once registration is confirmed\nRegistration Cost: $15.00 per connection \nDeadline to register Friday\, January 22\, 2016 at 4pm \nRegister to the by webinar clicking here.  \nAre you an AMSSA and/or Safe Harbour member? Or\, is your organization funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)? If so\, you are eligible to join our webinars at a discounted price\, please contact us at events@amssa.org to learn more. \nPresenters’ Biographies: \nCorina Carroll\, Manager of Counselling Services\nDIVERSEcity Community Resources Society \nCorina Carroll is the Manager of Counselling Services with DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society. Corina has a degree in Child and Youth Care with a citation in Co-Occurring Disorders. She has worked with children\, youth and families for 19 years. Her experience includes working with street entrenched youth in the downtown eastside\, youth with substance use issues\, children with complex psychiatric illnesses\, and primarily children and youth in the foster care system. She joined DIVERSEcity in May\, 2014 and has embraced the new experience working with Newcomers to Canada. \nAnil Baines\, M.A.\, R.C.C.\, Manager of Clinical Services\nDIVERSEcity Community Resources Society \nAnil Baines is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who has been working professionally with individuals\, couples and families for the past 15 years.  Anil is committed to facilitating healthy change in individuals\, couples and families. Anil has worked in private practice\, community settings\, and EAP (Employment Assistant Programs)\, both as a clinician and supervisor.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-trauma-informed-practice-supporting-clients-who-have-experienced-complex-trauma/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160125T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160116T004239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160116T004323Z
UID:4473-1453746600-1453753800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:I Belong: Free Counselling Support Group
DESCRIPTION:What is I Belong? A free program for LGBTQ immigrations\, refugees and newcomers. \nI Belong presents a Free Counselling Support Group:\nShare your experiences and explore opportunities to make positive changes to your life! Interpretation available. \nFirst meeting: Every last Monday of the month\, starting January 25\, 2016\, 6:30–8:30pm \nWhere: MOSAIC Burnaby Centre for Immigrants\, 5902 Kingsway \nPlease register with Darae: ibelong@mosaicbc.com or 604 254 9626 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/i-belong-free-counselling-support-group/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Burnaby Centre for Immigrants\, 5902 Kingsway\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160108T204227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T204227Z
UID:4359-1453744800-1453755600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Building Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Pacific Immigrant Resources Society and the Family Services of Greater Vancouver\, Building Bridges is a women’s development program for immigrant women who have: \n\nfunctional competency in English (high intermediate level)\neffective interpersonal skills and a strong desire to work with others in a helping role\nexperience in the settlement/integration process\, with a readiness to assist others in this process\nsome experience working in a group or community development setting (in Canada or overseas)\nthe ability to meet the time commitments and other requirements of the program\na commitment to using the skills and knowledge acquired in a group setting and/or at an organizational level\n\nIf you are interested in developing your facilitation skills and furthering or exploring your career opportunities in a community/network setting\, this program will be a great resource to you. Participants will gain knowledge\, skills\, and resources to enhance their employment possibilities. \nBuilding Bridges sessions will take place on a weekly basis. \nWhen: January 25 – May 30\, 2016 on Monday evenings from 6:00pm – 9:00pm\n16 sessions in total. \nWhere:  Family Services of Greater Vancouver\, 201-1638 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC \nProgram Cost: $150 and a Career Assessment: $50 \nFor more information click here or please contact Vicky Li at vli@pirs.bc.ca or 778-316-5323 \nTo apply\, please forward your résumé and cover letter by January 25 to: \nAmea Wilber\, Manager of Programs at awilbur@pirs.bc.ca or fax to: 604-298-7115
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/building-bridges/
LOCATION:Family Services of Greater Vancouver\, 201 - 1638 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151223T002155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151223T002155Z
UID:4250-1453572000-1453582800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:The Syrian Refugee Benefit Gala
DESCRIPTION:This formal black-tie event will be dedicated to raising funds for the MOSAIC Charity Refugee Program which will help integrate all incoming refugees into the Canadian community. \nWhen: January 23\, 2016\nWhere: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre \nHighlights include: \n\n3-course middle eastern inspired dinner\nmusical performances\nguest speakers\nphoto-booth\nraffle\n\nTicket prices: \n\nGeneral: $50.00\nStudent: $35.00\nTable:\n\nGroup of 8: $550.00\nGroup of 10: $650.00\n\n\n\nThis event has been put together by the Arab Students Association at UBC\, the International Relations Students Association (IRS)\, STAND UBC\, and the UBC Social Justice Centre. \nLearn more and purchase tickets to the event by clicking here. Please direct your inquiries to irsa.vpf@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-syrian-refugee-benefit-gala/
LOCATION:Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre\, 181 Roundhouse Mews\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 2W3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160116T010241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160116T010241Z
UID:4477-1453543200-1453543200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:My Tween and Me
DESCRIPTION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents My Tween an Me: A Parenting Program for Parents with Children aged 7-12 \n\nLearn to build a strong relationship with your children as pre-teens\nGain the confidence and skills to guide your children into – and through – the risk-taking teen years\nGuest speakers about Bullying at School and Online Safety as well as one session for parents and children to have fun together!\n\nWhen: Saturdays\, January 23 – March 12\, 2016\nCost: $15 & $10 Individual Membership\nWhere: The Old Barn Community Centre (6308 Thunderbird Boulevard\, UBC) \nFor more information click here for the poster and  contact patriciap@kitshouse.org or 604-736-3588
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/my-tween-and-me/
LOCATION:Old Barn Community Centre\, 6308 Thunderbird Boulevard\, UBC\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Paz":MAILTO:patriciap@kitshouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160118T204848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160118T205050Z
UID:4490-1453314600-1453320000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Surrey Community Forum on Refugees
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to assist refugees arriving in Surrey \nThis community forum is your chance to learn about what local agencies and governments are doing to assist with refugee settlement and how you can help welcome newcomers to the City of Surrey. Experts and agency spokespersons will be in attendance to provide info and answer questions. \nWhen: January 20\, 2016 from 6:30 – 8:00pm\nWhere: Fleetwood Park Secondary School (7940 156 Street\, Surrey\, BC) \nLearn more about the event by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/surrey-community-forum-on-refugees/
LOCATION:Fleetwood Park Secondary School\, 7940 156 Street\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160120T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151219T005347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151219T005418Z
UID:4238-1453293000-1453300200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Conversations for Success: Language Learning for Successful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by YMCA Connections \nNew to Canada? Build your English skills\, network and pick up tips on being successful in Canada. \nTrained facilitators will help you practice English through short presentations and discussions focused on different topics. \nFree for Permanent Residents \nLanguage Learning for Successful Parenting\nWednesdays\nJanuary 20 – February 10\, 2016\n12:30 – 2:30 pm \nLabour Market\nWednesdays\nFebruary 17 – March 9\, 2016\n6:30 – 8:30 pm \nStaying Healthy\nSaturdays\nFebruary 20 – March 12\, 2016\n10:00 am – noon \nTo register contact Fiona at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6178 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/language-learning-for-successful-parenting/
LOCATION:Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160120T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160108T013004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T013004Z
UID:4313-1453269600-1453320000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Mission Refugee Readiness Forum
DESCRIPTION:Mission Community Services Society Settlement and Integration department is hosting a public Refugee Readiness Forum at the Clarke Theatre\, starting at 6 p.m. \n“It will be an opportunity to do some refugee myth-busting\, to share information about what is in store for Mission\, and to listen to qualified refugee speakers\, and to hear how the public can help\,” said Rick Rake\, MCSS manager of Settlement and Seniors Programs. \nIt will also provide a forum for public feedback on the Syrian refugee situation and Mission’s potential role in resettlement. \nThe forum will be facilitated by David Gouthro. Learn more about the forum by clicking here and watching Mr. Gouthro’s promotional video. \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 20\, 2016 at 6:00pm \nWhere: Clarke Theatre\, 33700 Prentis Avenue\, Mission\, BC
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/mission-refugee-readiness-forum/
LOCATION:Clarke Theatre\, 33700 Prentis Avenue\, Mission\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Mission Community Services Society":MAILTO:info@missioncommunityservices.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160116T005237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160116T005237Z
UID:4475-1453197600-1453204800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Women Support Program
DESCRIPTION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood House presents the Multicultural Women Support Program \n\nAre you new in Canada?\nWant to get involved and be part of your community?\nWant to meet new friends?\nWant to learn about Canadian culture and resources?\n\nThis is the program for you! You will find the support and confidence to achieve new goals. Come and join us! \nWhen: Tuesdays\, January 19 – March 25\, 2016\nWhere: Kits House (2305 West 7th Avenue)\nCost: $25 & $10 Kits House Individual Membership \nFor registration\, please contact: Patricia Paz\, Family Support Worker at 604-736-3588 x 128 or patriciap@kitshouse.org \nFor more information\, click here for the program poster.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/multicultural-women-support-program-2/
LOCATION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood house\, 2305 West 7th \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Paz":MAILTO:patriciap@kitshouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160108T203330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T203349Z
UID:4358-1453195800-1453203000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Education and Development Program
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS) LEAD is a professionally facilitated program for immigrant women to: \n\n? Improve their listening skills and spoken English\nGain self-confidence and make new friends\nLearn more about Canadian society\, its diversity and culture\nBe encouraged to take a more active role in the community\n\nGroup discussions focus on settlement\, cultural adjustment and personal development. \nLearn more about the LEAD program by clicking here. \nProgram starts: January 19\, 2016\nClasses every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 – 11:30 am \nProgram fee: $50.00/semester \nfor more information or to register contact PIRS at 604-298-5888 or ntajkhan@pirs.bc.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/leadership-education-and-development-program/
LOCATION:Tecumseh Elementary School\, 1850 E 41st Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160116T003102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160116T004335Z
UID:4465-1453138200-1453145400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:I Belong: Free Peer Support Social Group
DESCRIPTION:What is I Belong? A free program for LGBTQ immigrations\, refugees and newcomers. \nI Belong presents a Free Peer Support Social Group:\nMeet new people\, make friends and participate in fun activities! Volunteer language support available. \nFirst meeting: January 18\, 2016\, 5:30–7:30pm\nStarting February\, it will take place every 2nd Monday of the month \nWhere: MOSAIC Burnaby Centre for Immigrants\, 5902 Kingsway \nPlease register with Darae: ibelong@mosaicbc.com or 604 254 9626 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/i-belong-free-peer-support-social-group/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Burnaby Centre for Immigrants\, 5902 Kingsway\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160114T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151223T000229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151223T000246Z
UID:4246-1452771000-1452781800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Fitness Connection Course
DESCRIPTION:YMCA Connections presents Canadian Fitness Connection Course \nLearn to stay fit and healthy\, while practising English\, meeting new friends and exploring Canadian life and culture. \nFREE\, but you must register for this 12 week course \nLocations: \nLangara Family YMCA\nThursdays from 11:30am – 2:30pm\nFrom January 14 to March 31\, 2016\n* This intake is for women only. \nTo register contact Fiona Stevenson or Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/canadian-fitness-connection-course-2/
LOCATION:Langara Family YMCA\, 282 W. 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20160114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20160108T202857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160108T203440Z
UID:4356-1452763800-1452771000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Education and Development Program - Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS) LEAD is a professionally facilitated program for immigrant women to: \n\n? Improve their listening skills and spoken English\nGain self-confidence and make new friends\nLearn more about Canadian society\, its diversity and culture\nBe encouraged to take a more active role in the community\n\nGroup discussions focus on settlement\, cultural adjustment and personal development. \nLearn more about the LEAD program by clicking here. \nInformation session: January 14\, 2016 \nProgram starts: January 19\, 2016\nClasses every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 – 11:30 am \nProgram fee: $50.00/semester \nfor more information or to register contact PIRS at 604-298-5888 or ntajkhan@pirs.bc.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/leadership-education-and-development-program-information-session/
LOCATION:Tecumseh Elementary School\, 1850 E 41st Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160109T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151219T010222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151219T010222Z
UID:4241-1452346200-1452357000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Canadian Fitness Connection Course
DESCRIPTION:YMCA Connections presents Canadian Fitness Connection Course \nLearn to stay fit and healthy\, while practising English\, meeting new friends and exploring Canadian life and culture. \nFREE\, but you must register for this 12 week course \nLocations: \nRobert Lee YMCA\nSaturdays from 1:30pm – 4:30pm\nFrom January 9 to March 19\, 2016 \nTo register contact Fiona Stevenson or Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-685-8066 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/canadian-fitness-connection-course/
LOCATION:Robert Lee YMCA\, 955 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151121T025453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151121T025639Z
UID:3981-1449741600-1449748800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA E-Symposium: Cultural Safety: A Person Centred Approach to Communication and Interaction
DESCRIPTION:About:  \nCultural 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. \nEvent Details & Registration: \n\nE-Symposium: Cultural Safety: A Person Centered Approach to Communication and Interaction\nDate: December 10\, 2015\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)\nLocation: Online or at Fletcher Challenge Theatre\, Simon Fraser University (SFU) at Harbour Centre – 515 West Hastings St. Vancouver\, BC V6B 5K3\nRegistration Costs\n\n$15 per online connection\n$20 per in person attendance \n\n\nDeadlines for Registration: \n\nFor in-person participation: November 25\, 2015\nFor online participation: December 8\, 2015\n\n\n\nClick here to Register \nPanelists: \nDr. Balbir Gurm\, RN\, EdD (Leadership & Policy\, UBC)\, BScN\, MA\nUniversity Instructor \nBalbir 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. \nJas Cheema\, MA\nDiversity/Community Engagement Consultant \nJas 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. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-e-symposium-cultural-safety-a-person-centred-approach-to-communication-and-interaction/
LOCATION:Fletcher Challenge Theatre\, Simon Fraser University (SFU) Harbour Centre\, 515 West Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 5K3\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151202
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T184936Z
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Prosperity 2015 National Conference
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Prosperity 2015 National Conference: Responding to a Changing Immigration Environment \nWhen: November 30 – December 1\, 2015 (Pre-conference on November 29\, 2015) \nWhere: Delta Hotel – Downtown Toronto\, 75 Lower Simcoe Street \nThe 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. \nLearn more about the conference and how to register here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/pathways-to-prosperity-2015-national-conference/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel – Downtown Toronto\, 75 Lower Simcoe Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5J 3A6\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Pathways to Prosperity":MAILTO:admin@p2pcanada.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151107T014338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151107T015130Z
UID:3882-1448478000-1448485200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Volunteering in Canada
DESCRIPTION:YMCA Connections Program for New Immigrants presents Volunteering in Canada \nLearn about volunteering in Canada \n\nFind out how to volunteer\nLearn about some of the benefits of volunteering\nBuild your networks and meet new friends\n\nWhen:  Wednesday\, November 25 from 7:00 – 9:00pm \nWhere: Robert Lee YMCA\, 955 Burrard Street\, FDC 5th Floor \nCost: Free but you must register to attend. \nTo register and for more information click here or contact Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6197 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/volunteering-in-canada/
LOCATION:Robert Lee YMCA\, 955 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151023T234231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T234231Z
UID:3566-1448128800-1448139600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Vancouver Multicultural Society 41st Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, November 21\, 2015\nRegistration begins at 6:00pm\nWhere: Floata Seafood Restaurant – #400 – 180 Keefer Street\, Vancouver\, BC\nParking is free\nTickets: $35.00 \nTo register contact:\nMaria Javier – 604- 763-2590\nViolet Chan – 604-616-8258
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/vancouver-multicultural-society-41st-anniversary-gala/
LOCATION:Floata Seafood Restaurant\, #400 - 180 Keefer Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151121T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151009T190908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T191015Z
UID:3428-1448096400-1448119800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Safe Spaces - Bullying Prevention for Preschool Aged Children
DESCRIPTION: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. \n**Participants must have Early Childhood Education training to register. \nWhen: Two part workshop on November 21st and December 5th from 9:00am – 3:30pm a The Children’s Foundation. \nCost: $100.00 \nRegister by November 1\, 2015.  \nTo register\, call 604-298-8888 or e-mail awilbur@pirs.bc.ca. \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/safe-spaces-bullying-prevention-for-preschool-aged-children/
LOCATION:The Children’s Foundation\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151023T184916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T184916Z
UID:3556-1447869600-1447876800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Conversations for Success: Labour Market
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Build your English Skills\, network and pick up tips on being successful in Canada. \nTrained facilitators will help practice English through short presentations and discussion focused on different topics. \nYMCA Connections presents: Conversations for Success: Labour Market\nWhen: Wednesdays\, 6:00- 8:00pm from November 18 to December 9\, 2015\nWhere: Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\nTo register: Contact Fiona at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6178 \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/conversations-for-success-labour-market/
LOCATION:Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151117
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20150831T185734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T185734Z
UID:3141-1447632000-1447718399@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Through the Media Lens: Impacts on Domestic Abuse
DESCRIPTION:One-day conference\, hosted by the Surrey Coalition Against Domestic Abuse (SCADA) is designed for service providers. \nWhen: November 16\, 2015 \nWhere: Surrey Arts Centre\, 13750 – 88 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC V3W 3L1 \nLearn more about the conference and how to register here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/through-the-media-lens-impacts-on-domestic-abuse/
LOCATION:Surrey Arts Centre\, 13750 - 88 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, V3W 3L1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Surrey Coalition Against Domestic Abuse - Marion Chow":MAILTO:mchow@surrey.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151115T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151115T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151107T014808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151107T015207Z
UID:3886-1447587000-1447597800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Harvest Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:YMCA Connections Program for New Immigrants presents the Harvest Food Festival \nJoin YMCA for this fun\, family-friendly event to: \n\nShare\, learn about\, and try food from around the world\nLearn about harvest traditions and celebrations in Canada\, and\nMeet new people\n\nWhen: Sunday\, November 15\, 2015 from 11:30am – 2:30pm \nWhere: Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Ave\, Burnaby\, BC \nCost: Free but you must register to attend. You must be a permanent resident of Canada to attend. \nTo register and for more information please click here or contact Adrienne Bale at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6197 \nView the poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/harvest-food-festival/
LOCATION:Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151023T184733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T184740Z
UID:3553-1446890400-1446897600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Conversations for Success: Staying Healthy
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Build your English Skills\, network and pick up tips on being successful in Canada. \nTrained facilitators will help practice English through short presentations and discussion focused on different topics. \nYMCA Connections presents: Conversations for Success: Staying Healthy\nWhen: Saturdays\, 10:00am – 12:00pm from November 7 to November 28\, 2015\nWhere: Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\nTo register: Contact Fiona at connections@gv.ymca.ca or 604-673-6178 \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/conversations-for-success-staying-healthy/
LOCATION:Brentwood Community Resource Centre\, 2055 Rosser Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151030T221928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151030T222058Z
UID:3630-1446818400-1446825600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Discovering Resources for Immigrant Artists
DESCRIPTION:Free special workshop for all artists!  \nWhen: November 6\, 2015 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm\nWhere: Room 402 – City Centre Library\, 10350 University Drive\, Surrey\, BC \nAbout the Workshops: \nWe 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. \nFor more information click here and contact Myung Lee\, Marketing Specialist\, DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society at 604-547-1353 or mlee@dcrs.ca. \nTo 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. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/discovering-resources-for-immigrant-artists/
LOCATION:City Centre Library\, 10350 University Drive\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151103T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151020T163812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151020T163812Z
UID:3480-1446557400-1446568200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Refugees: Connecting Research\, Learning and Practice
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nSpotlight on ISSofBC’s Welcome House;\nOpen House featuring exhibitor booths hosted by groups and communitys who provide supports to refugees in Metro Vancouver; and\nMini Talks offered by dynamic speakers on their lived experience\, their research\, or their services.\n\nThis event is free and open to everyone. Refreshments will be provided. \nClick here to learn more about the event. \nPlease register by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/welcoming-refugees-connecting-research-learning-and-practice/
LOCATION:Liu Institute for Global Issues\, UBC\, 6476 NW Marine Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151103T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20151029T163901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151030T235748Z
UID:3606-1446544800-1446593400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Building Capacity Through Mentorship Programs Webinar
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar: \nMentorship 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. \nEvent Details & Registration: \nDate: November 3\, 2015\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 am (PST)\nLocation: Online – a link will be sent out once registration is confirmed\nRegistraion Cost: $15.00 per connection (if your organization is funded by CIC or an AMSSA member\, please contact us at events@amssa.org. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nThe registration deadline is October 30\, 2015 \nPresenter Biography: \nDiane Lloyd\, CEC ACC; CEO and Executive Coach Inspired Results Group \nDiane 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. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/building-capacity-through-mentorship-programs-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151102T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T115742
CREATED:20150910T224311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T224403Z
UID:3221-1446489000-1446496200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Effective Parenting Series
DESCRIPTION:Little Mountain Neighbourhood House and Family Services of Greater Vancouver present the “Effective Parenting Series” \nThis 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. \nWho is it for: Parents of children aged 6-12 years old \nWhen: Mondays\, November 2 – 23\, 2015 from 6:30 – 8:30pm \nWhere: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street \nCost: $20 for 4 sessions \nPlease e-mail Mehak at mehak_sharma@lmnhs.bc.ca or call 604-879-7104 to register.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/effective-parenting-series/
LOCATION:Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Mehak Sharma":MAILTO:mehak_sharma@lmnhs.bc.ca
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