AMSSA

Working in British Columbia: A WORK SAFE BC Orientation for Arabic Speaking Newcomers
2017-11-25 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Welcome Centre – ISSofBC, 2610 Victoria Drive , Vancouver , BC, Canada
When: Saturday, November 25, 2017
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: 102, 2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V6A 2L7
Please RSVP by contacting Mahi Khalaf at 604-684-7498 ext. 1625 or mahi.khalaf@issbc.org
View the poster (in arabic) by clicking here.

Budgeting + Expense Tracking Workshop
2017-11-27 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Jewish Family Service Agency, #201 - 475 East Broadway , Vancouver, BC, V5T 1W9, Canada
The Jewish Family Service Agency presents the Budgeting + Expense Tracking Workshop.
When: November 27, 2017
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Jewish Family Service Agency Office, 201 – 475 East Broadway, Vancouver
Free Workshop! Financial planning is the long-term process of wisely managing your finances to help achieve your goals and dreams, while at the same time negotiating the financial barriers that inevitably arise in every stage of life. Remember, financial planning is a process, not a product.
Presenter: Brent Davis, Financial Security Advisor, Freedom 55 Financial, Investment Representative, Quadras Investment Services Ltd.
To register, e-mail obromberg@jfsa.ca or call 604-558-5698

Citizenship Test Preparation
2017-11-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2017-11-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2017-12-01 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Welcome Centre – ISSofBC, 2610 Victoria Drive , Vancouver , BC, Canada
Join ISSofBC for a free workshop.This is in preparation for your Canadian citizenship test and will provide tips to get you closer to the citizenship ceremony.
When:
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

November 27, 2017 – Monday
November 29, 2017 – Wednesday
December 1, 2017 – Friday

Where:
ISSofBC Welcome Centre
#201 – 2610 Victoria Drive
Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2
For more information, please contact:
Dawran Mukamil
604-684-7498 Ext. 1672
dawran.mukamil@issbc.org
Free bus tickets for eligible clients.

New Immigrant Orientation: Smart Budgeting - How to use energy conservation program to save money
2017-11-29 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | Thunderbird Community Centre, 2311 Cassiar Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Kiwassa Neighbourhood House presents the New Immigrant Orientation: Smart Budgeting – How to use energy conservation program to save money
Event details:
When: Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Where: Thunderbird Community Centre, 2311 Cassiar Street, Vancouver
Drop-ins welcome. Registration recommended.
Preference given to Permanent Residence.
Please bring your PR card and your hydro bill. Conducted in English with Chinese assistance. This workshop covers information on:

Energy saving resources e.g. grants, rebates etc.
How to read your hydro bill
Empower Me program and advice to help save money and make your home more comfortable.

Free energy saving products for eligible Empower Me Program participants.
To register, or for more information contact Teresa at 604-254-5401, teresal@kiwassa.ca
Visit www.kiwassa.ca for more information.

AMSSA Webinar: Supporting the Alignment of Pre and Post Arrival Services for Newcomers
2017-11-30 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Join our webinar titled Supporting the Alignment of Pre and Post Arrival Services for Newcomers!
When: Thursday, November 30, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PST) *Please note the time has changed from ending at 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
This webinar will provide settlement service provider staff with greater knowledge of existing pre-arrival services currently being offered to newcomers destined for BC. BC pre-arrival service providers will share the elements of their programs especially as they relate to supporting newcomers with language and/or settlement services. Bridging opportunities for service alignment will also be shared.
Representatives from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will also be presenting during this webinar.
Registration: Click here to register
The deadline for registration for this event is Wednesday, November 29, 2017 by 3:00 PM (PST)
Presenters

Alice Calmettes, BC Construction Association
Dina Cherevko, SOPA Program, MOSAIC
Johnny Chen, S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
Lori Wilkinson, Immigration Research West (IRW)
Michael T. Cayetano, Multicultural Helping House Society
Ranni Sangha-Tolman, Abbotsford Community Services
Sangeeta Subramanian, IEC-BC

Parents Time Out - Felt Make and Take
2017-11-30 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Parents Time Out – Felt Make and Take: Pete the Cat
Create your own felt-story version of this classic children’s favorite, and discover fun ways to support your child’s literacy at home. Patterns and materials included. Childcare available.
When: Thursday, November 30 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway, Vancouver BC
Free! Registration required. To register contact ccontreras@mpnh.org or call 604-879-8208

Holly Bazaar
2017-12-09 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | South Granville Seniors Centre, 1420 W 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada
South Granville Seniors Centre presents: Holly Bazaar.
When: Saturday, December 9 at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Details:

Free Admission!
Auction | Books | Jewelry | Vintage Antiques | Household Goods | Artwork | Fresh Baking | Hand-knitted items | $7 Soup & Sandwich Lunch served from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Where: 1420 W. 12th Avenue (12th and Hemlock)
For more information, call 604-732-0812

Writing a Business Plan for Permanent Residents
2017-12-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
Vancouver Public Library presents Writing a Business Plan for Permanent Residents
Are you a new Canadian interested in starting a small business? This program will help you better understand how to write your business plan. Space is limited, registration is required.
Offered through VPL’s Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre in partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Event details:

Suitable for: Adults
Language: English
When: Thursday, January 11, 2018 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: Central Branch, Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6B1

Registration required. Click here for more information.

Christmas Potluck Dinner
2017-12-15 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Richmond Multicultural Community Services, 220 - 4351 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
RMCS invites you to their Christmas Potluck Dinner!

Creating a Resumé Infographic with Illustrator for Permanent Residents
2017-12-19 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Denver) | Vancouver Public Library, Central Library, 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 6B1, Canada
Vancouver Public Library presents: Creating a Resumé Infographic with Illustrator for Permanent Residents
Discover how infographics can help you market yourself to employers. Learn the steps of using Adobe Illustrator to create a visually interesting infographic to enhance your resume or any other document. An infographic is an image such as a chart or diagram that presents information or data in a pleasing manner. Please have your permanent resident number available when registering.
This class is for learners who are comfortable using a computer keyboard and mouse.
Offered through VPL’s Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre in partnership with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada.
Event Details:

Suitable for: Adults
Language: English
When: Tuesday, December 19, 2017 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Where: Central Branch, Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver BC V6B 6B1

Registration required, click here to learn more.

Tips for Successful Interviews
2017-12-20 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | ISSofBC New Westminster, 280 - 610 Sixth STreet, New Westminster, BC, V3L 3C2, Canada
ISSofBC presents the Tips for Successful Interviews workshop
The ability to handle yourself well at an interview is a skill you can learn. Join ISSofBC’s workshop and learn tips on the following:

Interview preparation and readiness
Answering common interview questions
Responding to behavioural and situational questions
Closing the interview and creating a lasting good impression
Professional follow-up

Event details:

When: Wednesday, December 20, 2017 from 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Where: ISSofBC New Westminster, 280 – 610 Sixth Street, New Westminster V3L 3C2
To Register, please contact Rahila Ansari at 604-522-5902 Ext. 1277 or at rahila.ansari@issbc.org.

Free Parent Education Support Program
2017-12-23 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Safeway Extra – Community Room, 580 Clarke Road, Coquitlam, BC, Canada
Join the Muslim Foodbank Community Service’s program to strengthen your confidence and ability to positively influence the lives of your children and to provide nurturing based on Islamic values and principles.
Program will start on Saturday, January 6 from 3:00 – 5:00 PM
Children aged 7-12 years are invited to attend with their parents to most sessions.
For more information, contact Ruba Kanawati at 604-366-8070 or ruba.kanawati@gmail.com.
Orientation Session: Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 3:00 PM
Where: Safeway Extra (Community Room), 580 Clarke Rd. Coquitlam

Resumes and the Hidden Job Market
2018-01-08 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | ISSofBC Coquitlam, Cottonwood, 201 - 504 Cottonwood Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, Canada
ISSofBC presents Resumes and the Hidden Job Market. A free webinar to learn about:

Canadian resume styles and how to target your resume
How to introduce yourself and present your skills
Accessing more opportunities through the hidden job market

When: Monday, January 8 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: ISSofBC Cottonwood, #200 – 504 Cottonwood Avenue, Coquitlam, BC V3J 2R5
To register or for more information, please contact Sarah Rolling at 778-383-1438 ext. 1912 or sarah.rolling@issbc.org.

Explore Employment / Education Possibilities in Canada
2018-01-11 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | Avia WorkBC, Suite 101, 20316 56th Avenue, Langley, BC, V3A 3Y7, Canada
Join ISSofBC, for their career assessment workshop to explore employment and education in Canada.
Workshop details:

structured career assessment to know about yourself
find out how your skills and education match with local occupations
learn how to upgrade your education
identify careers and how to achieve them in Canada

A free workshop for permanent residents, live-in caregivers, naturalized Canadian citizens, refugees, refugee claimants and provincial nominees.
When: Thursday, January 11, 2018 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: Aviva WorkBC Centre, Suire 101, 20316 56th Avenue, Langley, BC V3A 3Y7
To register or for more information, contact Noel Soares at 605-510-5136 ext. 1854 or noel.soares@issbc.org.

Information Session: Literacy and Essential Skills Training Program
2018-01-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2018-01-23 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Denver) | ISSofBC Vancouver, 501-333 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada
If you have worked or trained as a programmer, database analyst, data administrator or network technician, you may be eligible to take this free 10-week course where you’ll:

receive training in oral and written communications, and critical thinking skills
be linked to employers, mentorships and other ISSofBC services

Join an information session to learn more about this program:
When:

January 16, 7:00 – 8:00 PM
January 18, 12:30 – 1:30 PM
January 23, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
January 25, 7:00 – 8:00 PM (Online)

Where: 615 – 333 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver
Register here: bit.ly/LES4IT
Have Questions? Contact ISSofBC at les@issbc.org

Information Session: Literacy Skills and Essential Skills Training Program
2018-01-18 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | ISSofBC Vancouver, 501-333 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Tax System in BC
2018-01-19 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
Jewish Family Service Agency presents the Tax System in BC workshop.
Whether you are new to Canada and need an overview of the Canadian Tax System, or you are looking for tips and advice on how to better file your taxes, this workshop will provide you with the information you need, including:

A brief overview of the Canadian tax system
The general process for filing a tax return
Individual responsibilities for filing Canadian taxes
Eligible versus in-eligible tax deductions and credits
Taxable and exempt income
Taxable and exempt income
Residency issues
Foreign property disclosure requirements

Free Workshop
When: Monday, February 19, 2018 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: Jewish Family Service Agency Offices, 201- 475 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Please register at obromber@jfsavancouver.ca or 604-558-5698
Volunteer presenters:

Shuli ben-Moshe, CIA, CFE, CPA, CGA

MOSAIC WorkBC Hiring Fair
2018-01-19 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | MOSAIC WorkBC, Unit 312 - 2555 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC, V5N4C1
MOSAIC – WorkBC is pleased to host a hiring fair for leading companies: Alliance Maintenance Ltd., Angus One Recruitment, EcoService, Home Care Assistance, The Home Depot, SMX Staff Management, WIS International. These companies are growing and are seeking top notch talent to join their teams. Part-time and Full-time job openings are available.
WHEN: Friday, January 19, 2018 from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
WHERE: Vancouver Northeast (MOSAIC) WorkBC – Unit 312 – 2555 Commercial Drive, Vancouver V5N 4C1
(across the Commercial – Broadway SkyTrain Station)
2 ways to PRE-REGISTER through our Eventbrite link or Email:

www.workbchiringfair.eventbrite.ca
Email: employer@mosaicbc.org

Career Explorer
2018-01-19 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Vancouver Public Library, Central Library, 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 6B1, Canada
Vancouver Public Library presents: Career Explorer
We help you find the information you need to start working in British Columbia.
Explore your career and job options in this free workshop. Basic computer skills are required, and you must be legally able to work in Canada. Open to newcomers, citizens, and those with work and student visas.
Offered through VPL’s Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre in partnership with Citizenship and Immigration Canada and WelcomeBC.
Event details:

Suitable for: Adults, Seniors, and Teens
Language: English
Where: Central Branch, Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver BC, V6B 6B1
When: January 19, 2018 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Registration is require. Click here for more information.

The Next Step March
2018-01-20 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Jack Poole Plaza, 1085 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, Canada
March on Vancouver acknowledges that this event will be taking place on the unceded Coast Salish Territories xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Waututh).
March On Vancouver is proud to host The Next Step March. March On Vancouver invites you to join them this year at Jack Poole Plaza, 1085 Canada Placefrom 10:00 am to 1:00pm. March On Vancouver gathered a year ago on January 21st in a historic march in solidarity with a world-wide movement of grassroots resistance. Now, we March On.
March On Vancouver have worked hard to combat the rise of white nationalism, misogyny and xenophobia, and know there is still much to be done. Come together to reject the hate that damages our communities – women, Indigenous people, racialized people, Muslims, Jews, members of the LGBTTQQ2SI+ communities, disabled people, migrants and those with precarious or no legal status.
March On Vancouver’s event will be one of positivity, inclusivity and diversity, uplifting all in our community. March On Vancouver hopes to bring you voices you might not have heard from before. March On to support and boost the voices that most need our strength.
March On Vancouver uses an inclusive definition of “woman” that includes trans women, gender queer women, two-spirited and non-binary people. Allies are welcome. The event will be disabled-friendly and will include ASL interpreters.
We are stronger, and better, when we connect and share our strengths to support each other.
Please joinMarch On Vancouver. Together, we March On!
When: January 20, 2018 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Jack Poole Plaza, 1085 Canada Place

Get Hired Exploration Day
2018-01-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | ISSofBC Coquitlam, Room 127, Room 127, 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 0Y1, Canada
ISSofBC presents Get Hired Exploration Day workshop
Workshop objectives:

Get tips on job search techniques
Find out about companies who are urgently hiring
Individualized coaching on targeting resumes to jobs
Tips on how to ace interviews
Sign up to ISSofBC hiring services

Everyone is invited! Workshop is FREE. Transit passes will be reimbursed for eligible clients.
When: January 22, 2018 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Room 127, 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 0Y1
Register: 604-684-256 ext. 1161 or hooman.homayoon@issbc.org

Tips for Successful Interviews Workshop
2018-01-23 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | Welcome Centre – ISSofBC, 2610 Victoria Drive , Vancouver , BC, Canada
Join ISSofBC for the Tips for Successful Interview Workshop.
The ability to handle your self well at an interview is a skill you can learn, join the workshop and learn tips on the following:

interview preparation and readiness
answering common interview questions
responding to behavioural and situational questions
closing the interview and creating a lasting good impression
professional follow-up

This is a free workshop for permanent residents, live-in caregivers, naturalized Canadian citizens, refugees/refugee claimants and provincial nominees.
When: Tuesday, January 23, 2018 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: Welcome Centre, ISSofBC, 2610 Victoria Drive – room 203, Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2
To register, please contact Katya Quintanilla at 604684-3599 ext. 1623 or katya.quintanilla@issbc.org

How to Create a Targeted Resume
2018-01-25 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | Avia WorkBC, Suite 101, 20316 56th Avenue, Langley, BC, V3A 3Y7, Canada
ISSofBC presents How to Create a Targeted Resume.
Learn how to target your resume by:

Knowing what style of resume to use
Using transferable skills to highlight your abilities
Highlighting your skills and abilities
Showing what you can do for the employer

A free workshop for permanent residents, live-in-caregivers, naturalized Canadian citizens, refugees and refugee claimants and provincial nominees
When: Thursday, January 25, 2018 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: AVIA WorkBC Centre, Suite #101 20316 56th Avenue, Langley, BC V3A 3Y7
To register, please contact Noel Soares at 604-510-5136 ext. 1854 or e-mail noel.soares@issbc.org

Active Start Soccer
2018-01-25 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Active Start Soccer, a program for children aged 2-5 years.
A program that provides children with the opportunity to meet new friends, play new games, and learn new movement skills …while playing soccer!
When: Thursdays, January 25 – March 1, 2018 from 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 East Broadway, Vancouver, Unceded Coast Salish Territory
For more information and registration, please contact: Carmen, Family Resource Programs Coordiantor: ccontreras@mpnh.org or call 604-879-8208 ext 202 (after January 12)

Information Session: Literacy and Essential Skills Training Program
2018-01-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Online

Food Skills for Fathers
2018-01-27 16:15 - 19:15 (America/Denver) | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 E. Broadway , Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Food Skills for Fathers.

Learn about food safety and nutrition related knowledge and skills.
Change or validate your eating habits to promote good nutrition.
Discover ways to modify recipes to make them healthier.
Learn to make healthier choices (buying and preparing within a budget).

When: Thursdays, February 27 – April 3, 2018 from 4:15 – 7:15 PM (6 sessions)
Where: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, 800 East Broadway, Vancouver, Unceded Coast Salish Territory
To register, please e-mail Lina at larias@mpnh.org or leave a message at 604-879-8208 ext 219
Childcare and snacks provided. Limited seats.

Job Fair Ready with Resume Clinic
2018-01-29 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | ISSofBC Coquitlam, Cottonwood, 201 - 504 Cottonwood Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, Canada
ISSofBC presents the Job Fair Ready with Resume Clinic – prepare for upcoming job fairs with this informative and hands-on workshop.
A free workshop for refugee claimants, protected persons, permanent residents, live-in caregivers. temporary foreign workers and naturalized citizens
Workshop features:

Learn how to best prepare before a job fair
Understand job fair strategy and how to plan your time at the event
Get useful tips n how to follow up after a job fair
Start researching companies and editing your resume in the computer lab
Receive feedback on your resume from career facilitator

When: January 29 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: ISSofBC Cottonwood, 200-504 Cottonwood, Coquitlam, BC V3J 2R5
For more information or to register please contact Sarah Rolling from 778-383-1438 ext. 1912 or sarah.rolling@issbc.org
