BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//AMSSA - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:AMSSA
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.amssa.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for AMSSA
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Vancouver
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20140309T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20141102T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20150308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20151101T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20160313T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20161106T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151030T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151029T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20151002T200301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151002T200317Z
UID:3404-1445259600-1445263200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Lift off with 1-2-3 JUMP!
DESCRIPTION:Playing physical games for active kids! \nWho: Families with children ages 2-4 \nWhere: 800 East Broadway Vancouver (West Hall Room) \nWhen: Mondays\, October 19 – November 30\, 2015 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm. \nRegister in advance with Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or call at 604-879-8208 ext. 202. \nLearn more about Lift off with 1-2-3 JUMP! by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/lift-off-with-1-2-3-jump/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20151009T191959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T191959Z
UID:3433-1445076000-1445083200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Family Drop-In with children birth to 6 years old
DESCRIPTION:What: Children and parents/caregivers will have an opportunity to socialize\, play\, and participate in art/craft activities. \nWhen: Saturdays starting October 17\, 2015 from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the West Village Children’s Centre (131 Wst 2nd\, 7th floor\, Vancouver\, BC) \nFor more information click here and also\, contact ccontreras@mpnh.org or call Carmen at 604-879-8208.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/family-drop-in-with-children-birth-to-6-years-old/
LOCATION:West Village Children’s Centre\, 131 West 2nd\, 7th Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151014T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150925T191636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T191636Z
UID:3332-1444815000-1444822200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Are you Listening? The Heart of Effective Discipline
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop presented by the BC Council for Families and hosted by Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood house\, participants will learn: \n\nTo recognize the habits that block good communication; as well as\nPractical strategies that will help participants listen more effectively and avoid misunderstandings and conflict.\n\nWhen:  October 14\, 2015 from 9:30 – 11:30 am \nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E Broadway\, Vancouver \nCost: $10 per person \nRegister online at: www.bccf.ca \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/are-you-listening-the-heart-of-effective-discipline/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150925T192041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T192041Z
UID:3334-1444384800-1444392000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Overview of the 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-the-private-sponsorship-of-refugees/
LOCATION:MOSAIC Vancouver\, 1720 Grant Street\, 2nd Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150925T192753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T192753Z
UID:3338-1444329000-1444336200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Newcomer to Leader: Leadership & Employment Readiness Training
DESCRIPTION:If you are a newcomer (permanent resident in Canada) then this workshop will support and help you to: \n\nDevelop professional networking skills;\nDevelop community involvement skills;\nUnderstand the professional and Community networking landscape; and\nEstablish professional and community relationships.\n\nWhen: October 8\, 2015 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm \nWhere: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC \nRegistration: Contact Stephen at 604-879-7104 ext 319 or stephen_andrada@lmnhs.bc.ca \nLearn more about the event by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/newcomer-to-leader-leadership-employment-readiness-training/
LOCATION:Little Mountain Neighbourhood House\, 3981 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephen Andrada":MAILTO:stephen_andrada@lmnhs.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151007T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151007T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150925T193404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T193404Z
UID:3340-1444230000-1444244400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Queen Alexandra Garden project presents Autumn Celebration! \nEvents will occur throughout the day on October 7\, 2015: \nWhat: Harvest\nWhere: Queen Alexandra Elementary Garden\, 1300 E Broadway\, Vancouver\nWhen: 3:00 – 4:00 pm \nWhat: Musical Parade\nWhere: East Broadway from Clark to Prince Albert \nWhat: Activties + Dinner\nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E Broadway\nWhen: 4:30 – 7:00 pm \nRegister with Sherry at ssmall@mpnh.org. \nView the official poster by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/autumn-celebration/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151006T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151006T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150925T193950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T193950Z
UID:3341-1444127400-1444134600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Parenting in the Canadian Context
DESCRIPTION:Free settlement program for newcomer parents / immigrants with permanent resident or government assisted refugee status \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 6 – November 10\, 2015 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm \nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 East Broadway\, Vancouver \nWorkshop topics include: \n\nCultural differences in parenting practices;\nParenting rights and responsibilities;\nChild development\, health and safety;\nPositive discipline and guidance for children; and\n Choosing child care and community resources.\n\nRegister with Winnie Tam at 604-879-8208 Ext. 201 or wtam@mpnh.org. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/parenting-in-the-canadian-context/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150828T222701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T222735Z
UID:3124-1443952800-1443960000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Nobody's Perfect Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:A parenting program for parents with children 0 to 6 years old. The program provides parents with the: \n\nopportunity to discuss parenting techniques\nmeet new friends and gain community connections\nchild minding\, snacks and refreshments\n\nWhen: 8 sessions on Saturdays beginning October 3 – November 21\, 2015 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nCost: $15 or $10 for Kitsilano Neighbourhood House Members \nLearn more here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/nobodys-perfect-parenting-program/
LOCATION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood house\, 2305 West 7th \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Paz":MAILTO:patriciap@kitshouse.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151006
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150827T232137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150827T232503Z
UID:3102-1443916800-1444089599@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Youth Action Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Action Gathering brings together young refugees and immigrants to share\, learn and network on common challenges and on strategies to address them. It is also a weekend of fun! \nLearn more about how you can participate in the Youth Action Gathering here: http://ccrweb.ca/en/youth/meetings \nDEADLINE TO APPLY: 10 September 2015 \nThe Canadian Council for Refugees\, the Vancouver Foundation and MOSAIC invite newcomer youth from across Canada to the 2015 Youth Action Gathering (YAG). \n\nDo you want to make a difference in the lives of immigrants and refugees?\nDo you think newcomer youth should have a say in decisions that affect them?\nDo you want to explore how newcomer youth can lead programs by and for youth?\nAre you interested in strengthening relations with Indigenous Peoples?\n\nThe YAG is a great opportunity to connect with other youth and act together on these issues. \nWHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?\n\nRacialized migrant youth from across Canada\, aged 16 to 25 years.\nYouth settlement workers and allies.\n\nWHEN & WHERE:\nYAG event: All day Saturday October 3rd & Sunday 4th\, 2015 \nLocation: UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, B.C \nThe event will kick off with an optional evening reception and youth awards gala dinner for participants and community allies on Friday October 2nd at 6:30pm\, at the Terminal City Club (837 W Hastings St).
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/youth-action-gathering/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151003T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20151002T195740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151002T195740Z
UID:3401-1443864600-1443875400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Family & Friend Caregivers Forum
DESCRIPTION:If you are a person caring for a family member\, friend or neighbour\, this free workshop is for you! \nWhen: October 3\, 2015 from 9:30am – 12:30pm \nWhere: South Vancouver Neighbour House\, 6470 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver \nRegistration is required\, please call 604-324-6212 or e-mail receptionatsvnh@gmail.com. \nLearn more about the forum by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/family-friend-caregivers-forum/
LOCATION:South Vancouver Neighbourhood House\, 6470 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="South Vancouver Neighbourhood House":MAILTO:receptionatsvnh@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150925T194253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T194253Z
UID:3342-1443708000-1443715200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Garden Workshop: Compost & Soil
DESCRIPTION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents the Queen Alexandra Garden project: Garden Workshop \nWhat: Compost & Soil Health with Earth Educator Matthew Kemshaw\nWhen: Thursday\, October 1\, 2:00 – 4:00 pm\nWhere: Queen Alexandra Elementary Garden\, 1300 Broadway\, Vancouver \nRegister with Sherry at ssmall@mpnh.org. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/garden-workshop-compost-soil/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20151009T192312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T192915Z
UID:3435-1443686400-1443718800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:English at Work
DESCRIPTION:What: Free workshop for Permanent Resident Card Holders or International educated professionals and skilled workers \nThe Project Based Language Training Program (PBLT) trains and prepares participants in: \n\nEnglish for the labour market;\nEnglish fluency;\nCanadian workplace communication and cultural;\nTrends in the labour market; and\nSafe Work practices and job search strategies.\n\nWhen: The program starts in October – November 2015 \nClick here to learn more and also\, contact Eva Touzard at 604-596-7722 Ext. 138 or eva.touzard@pics.bc.ca to register. \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/english-at-work/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services\, #205 - 12725 80th Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150911T233654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150911T233753Z
UID:3239-1443549600-1443556800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Healing after Separation
DESCRIPTION:Parenting Matters at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (MPNH) presents “Healing after Separation” \nWhile separation can be one of the most stressful life experiences\, it is also an opportunity to begin to embrace needed change. \nMPNH’s workshop will introduce participants to the tools need to transform “pain into clarity” and help to move participants to the the road of personal revitalization. For more information click here. \nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 East Broadway \nWhen: Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015 from 6:00 – 8:00pm \nTo register contact Carmen Contreras at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/3239/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150917T225704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150917T230408Z
UID:3261-1443520800-1443528000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA E-Symposium: Supporting Mental Heath for BC's Most Vulnerable Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:Good mental and physical health is a key outcome of successful settlement and integration. For many vulnerable immigrants\, the early years after resettlement are a difficult period. Resettlement stresses such as underemployment\, adapting to a new culture\, learning a new language and family separation/social isolation can lead to significant mental health challenges. In anticipation of new programming being established to serve vulnerable clients for the 2016-2019 contract period\, AMSSA and representatives from non-CIC and CIC-funded agencies will host an informative event for community stakeholders working collaboratively to support newcomers’ mental health. \nDate: September 29\, 2015\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (PST)\nWhere: Online Live Webcast or In-Person Attendance at Centre Stage – Surrey City Hall 13450 104 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC V3T 1V8 (map)\nCost: \n\n$15.00 per connection for online participation\n$20.00 per in-person attendance\nMeet and Greet with the panelists for in-person attendees: Join us immediately after the presentations from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm for an opportunity to network with sector colleagues\n\nPanelists: \n\nMarc Larrivee\, MOSAIC\, member of the Vulnerable Immigrant Populations Program (VIPP) Alliance\nDylan Mazur\, Vancouver Association for the Survivors of Torture (VAST)\nDr. Sharon Koehn\, Simon Fraser University (SFU) Department of Gerontology and Research Associate at the Centre for Healthy Aging at Providence Health\n\nParticipation: \n\nOnline Attendance: There will be an opportunity to test your connection on the day of the event from 9:30 am – 10:00 am (PST)\nIn Person Attendance – There will be an opportunity for informal networking immediately after the presentations\, and refreshments will be served.\n\nRegistration \n\nRegistration / Cancellation Deadline: Tuesday\, September 22\, 2015 at 4:00 pm\nTo submit your registration\, please complete this registration form. AMSSA will send the event details and agenda to all event participants closer to the event date.\nClick here to register 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-e-symposium-supporting-mental-heath-for-bcs-most-vulnerable-newcomers/
LOCATION:Centre Stage – Surrey City Hall\, 13450 104 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150925T190134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150925T190228Z
UID:3322-1443268800-1443290400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:MetamorFest 2015
DESCRIPTION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House’s harvest fair fundraiser which includes: \n\nChildren’s games;\nMusic;\nEntertainment;\nSilent auction; and\nStreet fair.\n\nThis event raises funding for MPNH’s community-focused programs and activities. \nWhen: September 26\, 2015\, from 12 – 6pm \nWhere:  Prince Albert and Fraser Streets\, adjacent to East Broadway \nLearn more about MetamorFest 2015 by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/metamorfest-2015/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150828T221135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T221542Z
UID:3121-1443175200-1443182400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Multicultural Women Support Program
DESCRIPTION:Support program for newcomer women who: \n\nAre new to Canada\nWant to get involved and be a part of the community\nWant to meet new friends\nWhat to learn about Canadian culture and resources\n\n9 Sessions on Fridays from September 25 – November 20\, 2015 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLearn more here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/multicultural-women-support-program/
LOCATION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood house\, 2305 West 7th \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Paz":MAILTO:patriciap@kitshouse.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150924T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150910T223256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150910T223708Z
UID:3218-1443115800-1443123000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Little Food Explorers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Parenting Matters at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents the “Little Food Explorers Workshop” \nThis is a workshop for parents\, caregivers and early childhood educators. As a participant in this nutrition workshop\, you will: \n\nLearn how to support healthy eating;\nExplore learning activities you can use with children; and\nTake home a small cookbook and teaching resources.\n\nThis workshop is presented by a registered dietitian. Learn more by clicking here. \nWhere: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 East Broadway \nWhen: Thursday\, September 24\, 2015 from 5:30 – 7:30pm. \nTo register\, contact Carmen at ccontreras@mpnh.org or 604-879-8208 ext. 202 \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/little-food-explorers-workshop/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen":MAILTO:ccontreras@mpnh.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150828T210324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T220147Z
UID:3113-1443002400-1443013200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Food Skills for Families
DESCRIPTION:Food Skills for Families Healthy Cooking\n6 sessions starting September 23 – October 28 from 10am – 1pm\nFree with $10 membership \nTo register contact Patricia Paz at patriciap@kitshouse.org \nLearn more here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/food-skills-for-families/
LOCATION:Kitsilano Neighbourhood house\, 2305 West 7th \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Paz":MAILTO:patriciap@kitshouse.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150911T172849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150911T172913Z
UID:3233-1442862000-1442869200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Refugee Sponsorship Information Session - Nanaimo\, BC
DESCRIPTION:In response to a significant increase in requests for information on Refugee Sponsorship\, the Immigrant Welcome Centre in Nanaimo will host a REFUGEE SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION SESSION on September 21st\, 7:00 – 9:00 pm\, at the Beban Park Social Centre\, 2300 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo\, BC. \nGuest speakers will include representatives from a Sponsorship Agreement Holder and a Refugee Sponsorship Group. \nLearn more by clicking here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/refugee-sponsorship-information-session/
LOCATION:Beban Park Community Centre\, 2300 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo \, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150920T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170122
CREATED:20150911T172201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150911T172947Z
UID:3229-1442759400-1442768400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Election 2015 Townhall - Vancouver\, BC
DESCRIPTION:S.U.C.C.E.S.S. and The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs presents “Election 2015 Townhall” \nThis is your chance to talk to Conservative\, Liberal\, NDP and Green Party MP candidates on the following topics: \n\nImmigration;\nEmployment;\nSeniors’ care;\nSecurity;\nEconomy; and\nMore.\n\nLearn more about the Election 2015 Townhall by clicking here. \nWhen: Sunday\, September 20\, 2015 at 2:30pm \nWhere: Choi Hall\, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre\, 28 West Pender Street\, Vancouver\, BC \nHave a question you’d like to submit? e-mail vancouver@cija.ca with the subject line “Election 2015 Townhall Question.” \nFor inquiries about the event call 604-622-4240 (CIJA) or 604-408-7260 (S.U.C.C.E.S.S.)
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/election-2015-townhall/
LOCATION:Choi Hall\, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre\, 28 West Pender Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR