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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20160120T060000
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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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
CREATED:20160116T003102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160116T004335Z
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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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T184936Z
UID:3138-1448755200-1449014399@www.amssa.org
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151103T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
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:20260425T133724
CREATED:20150910T224311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T224403Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20150828T223129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T223129Z
UID:3126-1446462000-1446465600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Mama & Papa Goose
DESCRIPTION:Songs\, rhymes & stories for parents with children 0-3 years.\nWhen: 8 sessions\, Mondays from November 2 – December 21\, 2015 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.\nCost: $48 or $20 with a family membership to Kitsilano Neighbourhood House \nLearn more here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/mama-papa-goose/
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/Vancouver:20151030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151030T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151021T174756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151021T175216Z
UID:3526-1446213600-1446217200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Escaping Conflict: The Syrian Refugee Crisis Explained
DESCRIPTION:AMSSA is hosting a free webinar called Escaping Conflict: The Syrian Refugee Crisis Explained \nDate: October 30th\, 2015 from 2 – 3pm PDT\nLocation: Online – a link will be sent by e-mail once registration is confirmed\nRegistration Cost: Free\nRegister for the webinar by clicking here. The registration deadline is October 29th. \nProfessor Dan Hiebert (UBC) will present on:\n– Why many people have fled Syria;\n– The pathways of escape;\n– How they have become interwoven with other migrants;\n– The impacts on surrounding countries;\n– The challenges arising in the EU; and\n– The Canadian responses. \nPresenter Biography: \nProfessor Dan Hiebert\nDan Hiebert is Professor at the UBC Department of Geography. His research interests focus on international migration\, and the relationship between national security\, cultural diversity\, and human rights. \nSince 2010 he has served as the Co-Chair of the City of Vancouver Mayor’s Working Group on Immigration\, and he is the founding Co-Director of a new initiative\, the Canadian Network for Research on Terrorism\, Security\, and Society (TSAS.) \nHave questions? Please contact us at info@amssa.org or call us at 604-718-2780.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/escaping-conflict-the-syrian-refugee-crisis-explained/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151029T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151023T183505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T183505Z
UID:3548-1446139800-1446147000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Parenting Matters at MPNH
DESCRIPTION:Parenting Matters at MPNH presents Let’s talk about… your kids education \nParticipants will learn about: \n\nThe impact of education and cost today’s education;\nThe Registered Education Savings Plan (RESPs);\nFeatures and benefits of RESPs;\nGovernment grants and how to maximize them; and\nMaximizing your savings beyond RESPs.\n\nThe workshop will be presented by: Aimee Sehwoerer\, BBA \nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 East Broadway\nWhen: Thursday\, October 29\, 2015 from 5:30 – 7:30pm\nParticipant fee: $4.00\nTo register: Contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202 \nLearn more about the workshop by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/parenting-matters-at-mpnh/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151023T184217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T185030Z
UID:3550-1446037200-1446048000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Hiring Fair at RMCS
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Multicultural Community Services (RMCS) is hosting a Hiring Fair! \nWhen: Wednesday\, October 28\, 2015 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm\nWhere: 220 – 4351 No. 3 Road\, Richmond\, BC\nTo register: Contact amin@rmcs.bc.ca or mozghan@rmcs.bc.ca / 604-248-0433 \nFor Permanent Resident Card holders. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/hiring-fair/
LOCATION:Richmond Multicultural Community Services\, 220 - 4351 No. 3 Road\, Richmond\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151023T182748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T182837Z
UID:3546-1446024600-1446028200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) presents the Health and Wellness Workshop \nWorkshop details: Learn how to maintain your health within a busy lifestyle. For Permanent Resident Card holders only. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 28\, 2015\nTime: 9:30am – 10:30 am\nLocation: PICS Head Office\, #205 – 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC V3W 3A6 \nLearn more by clicking here. \nTo register\, please contact Mukhwinder Rangi at 604-596-7722 Ext. 121
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/health-and-wellness-workshop/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151023T185827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T185842Z
UID:3558-1445688000-1445702400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Culture Fest: Celebrating Diversity in Fort Nelson
DESCRIPTION:Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society presents Culture Fest: Celebrating Diversity \nWhat: Discover Aboriginal\, Canadian and International Culture\nWhen: October 24\, 2015 from 12:00 – 4:00pm\nWhere: Community Hall in the Recreation Centre\, Fort Nelson\, BC \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/culture-fest-celebrating-diversity/
LOCATION:Fort Nelson Rec Centre\, 5319 50th Avenue\, Fort Nelson\, BC\, V0C 1R0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151009T191456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T191542Z
UID:3431-1445680800-1445698800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Kits House Autumn Fair
DESCRIPTION:Kits House Autumn Fair \nWhen: October 24\, 2015 from 10:00am – 3:00pm \nWhere: Kitsilano Neighbourhood House\, 2305 West 7th Avenue (7th Ave & Vine St) \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/autumn-fair/
LOCATION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood house\, 2305 West 7th \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20150925T192216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T192216Z
UID:3337-1445612400-1445619600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Overview of Private Sponsorship of Refugees
DESCRIPTION:A free infosession organized by MOSAIC and partnering organizations in response to the call for action to support Syrian refugees. \nRegister at: http://sponsor-refugees.eventbrite.com \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/overview-of-private-sponsorship-of-refugees/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Vancouver\, 1720 Grant Street\, 2nd Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151002T201057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151002T201121Z
UID:3407-1445421600-1445430600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:The Stories We Hold: a free storytelling workshop
DESCRIPTION:The national storytelling initiative Passages Canada is coming to Vancouver to gather local stories of immigration\, cultural identity\, and heritage at a free workshop. \nWhen: October 21\, 2015 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm \nWhere: Collingwood Neighbourhood House\, 5288 Joyce Street\, Vancouver \nRSVP to guarantee your spot at passages-canada.eventbrite.com. \nLearn more about the event by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-stories-we-hold-a-free-storytelling-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Collingwood Neighbourhood House\, 5288 Joyce Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5R 6C9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T133724
CREATED:20151002T200844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151002T200844Z
UID:3405-1445365800-1445374800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:The Stories We Hold: a free storytelling workshop
DESCRIPTION:The national storytelling initiative Passages Canada is coming to Vancouver to gather local stories of immigration\, cultural identity\, and heritage at a free workshop. \nWhen: October 20\, 2015 from 6:30 – 9:00 pm \nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway\, Vancouver \nRSVP to guarantee your spot at passages-canada.eventbrite.com. \nLearn more about the event by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-stories-we-hold-a-free-storytelling-workshop/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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