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SUMMARY:Resources - ASPIRE Case Management Training
DESCRIPTION:Muslim Food Bank and Community Services presents ASPIRE Case Management Training \nRegister at volunteer@muslimfoodbank.com
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/resources-case-management-training/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Food Bank and Community Services":MAILTO:contact@muslimfoodbank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181204T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181204T233000
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SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Innovative Outreach Strategies to Reach Newcomers to BC
DESCRIPTION:Not all newcomers arriving to BC access the services available to them. Helping newcomers and those around them become more aware of these services exist and their value is important. This webinar will outline and provide suggestions on how service providers can better work to promote their services to newcomers arriving in their community. \nThis webinar will provide settlement staff and LINC instructors with greater knowledge of: \n\nThe information practices of newcomers\, including their use of technology in migration and settlement\nThe role of community engagement in outreach\nExplore ways of finding and effectively outreaching to newcomers\nCreative outreach strategies that work\, including emerging digital trends\nHow to develop an outreach toolkit that includes technology such as social media & more\nHow to create a digital outreach plan\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, December 4\, 2018\nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PST\n\nThe deadline for registration for this event is Monday\, December 3\, 2018 \nTo register\, click here. \nPresenter Biography: \nMarco Campana \nMarco does freelance communications work with organizations that serve immigrants\, refugees and promote diversity. He’s worked in a variety of non-profit sectors\, including newcomer settlement\, employment services\, information and referral and on various community-based technology projects. As past Content Coordinator of Settlement.Org for 5 years and Online Capacity Development Coordinator for Settlement AtWork\, he’s keenly aware of the sector and its technology needs.  \nHe provides strategic communications support to help social service organizations think about how they can move their services online. He’s very interested in broad nonprofit communications\, especially how social media\, messaging apps\, technology use in client service and digital strategy can be used to enhance human service work\, impact and influence.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-innovative-outreach-strategies-to-reach-newcomers-to-bc/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Northeast Hiring Fair
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC – WorkBC is pleased to host another hiring fair with leading companies: Angus One\, Home Instead\, MGR Construction\, Merlin Plastics\, Safeway  and SanMar  \nWHEN: Friday\, Dec 7\, 2018 from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWHERE: Vancouver Northeast (MOSAIC) WorkBC – Unit 312 – 2555 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver V5N 4C1 (across the Commercial – Broadway SkyTrain Station) \nAngus One is looking for: \nTemporary opportunities:  \nExecutive assistant\, Exhibition Hosts\, Actors\, Models and Calligraphers\, Receptionists\, Administration Assistants and Confidential Assistants\, Intermediate/Senior Accounting\, Recruiter\, Temporary with Temporary to Permanent Growth Opportunity\, Accountants\, Accounting Assistants and Clerks\, Forklift Operators\, General Labour/ Warehouse staff\, Dishwashers\, Cleaners\, Customer Service\, Food Prep\, and Bakers \nPermanent Opportunities:  \nCustomer Care Representative/ Administrative Assistant\, Inside Sales/ Marketing Coordinator\, Legal Assistant\, Senior AP Clerk\, Customer Service Representative ( call center)\, Sales Administrative Assistant\, Technical Inside Sales Representative\, Customer Care/ Inside Sales Specialist\, Receptionist\, and Junior Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant \nHome Instead is looking for: Caregivers \nMGR Construction is looking for: construction labourers\, sheet metal workers\, carpenters\, traffic control people and skilled labourers (handypeople) \nMerlin Plastics is looking for: Production workers\, Machine operators\, shipper and receiver\, shift supervisors\, Warehouse Cleaner\, General Labour\, Warehouse Lead/ Supervisor\,  Maintenance Millwright/ Mechanic\, Yard Worker\, Forklift Driver & General Labour\, Parts/Tool Person and Painter \nSafeway is looking for:  TBA \nSanMar is looking for: Warehouse Machine Operator/Putaway\, Warehouse Order Checker\, Warehouse Shipper/Picker\, and Warehouse Worker/Quality Control Support \n2 ways to PRE-REGISTER through our Eventbrite link or Email: \n\nhttps://workbchiringfair.eventbrite.ca/\n              Email: employer@mosaicbc.org
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/vancouver-northeast-hiring-fair/
LOCATION:MOSAIC WorkBC\, Unit 312 - 2555 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5N4C1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181212T223000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20181208T013009Z
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SUMMARY:We Speak Translate Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The We Speak Translate project is a first of its kind collaboration between Google Translate and the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA)\, BC\, Canada\, which uses the Google Translate app to aid in refugee resettlement and newcomer inclusion in communities. The We Speak Translate project address the number on barrier to new immigrant integration – language – by re-purposing technology as a tool and symbol for welcoming communities – which value diversity and inclusion. \nThe project involves training community stakeholders\, organizations and institutions in the Google Translate app. Upon completion of the free\, 50-minute training\, participants receive a We Speak Translate decal\, a visible symbol of inclusion and commitment to promoting diversity and communication across language barriers. Familiarity with the Google Translate app establishes a common platform for communication while newcomers develop their English language skills. \nSince the project launched in April 2017\, over 2500 community members and stakeholders have received Google Translate training through the We Speak Translate project. \nGoogle is humbled and excited to be supporting this project with the goal of helping new Canadians make the often challenging transition to life in Canada through language and engagement – Roque Silva\, Interaction Designer\, Google Translate\nTraining Goals & Benefits: \n\nEncourage welcoming communities that value diversity\, inclusion and integration.\nBecome familiar with the Google Translate app (free\, downloadable app for smartphones and tablets).\nEstablish a common platform for communication with newcomers while English language skills develop.\n\nWorkshop Format: \n\nIntroduction and overview of project/objective\nGoogle Translate training presentation\nExplore the capacity of the Google Translate app\nLearn how to effectively use the Google Translate app\nInteract with the app\n\nUpon completion of the training the We Speak Translate decals can be mailed to webinar participants. \nWe Speak Translate Training Facilitator: \nKate Longpre\, M.A. is the Community Integration Coordinator at ICA. Kate works strategically across sectors to ensure that resettled refugees entering the Greater Victoria area are successfully integrated into welcoming communities. Kate approached Google Translate in September 2016 with the idea for the We Speak Translate project. In April 2017 the project launched in Victoria\, BC\, the first location worldwide to initiate the project.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/we-speak-translate-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20181205T182740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181205T183258Z
UID:12379-1544695200-1544702400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA E-Symposium: Newcomer Men's Integration: Challenges and Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:As “gender” becomes more politicized than ever before\, newcomer men have multiple hurdles in their settlement journeys. A lot hinges on their cultural intelligence and ability to navigate various social situations and social relations. Men with cultural gender norms that are very different from Canadian ones may encounter challenges in personal relationships\, parenting\, finding and retaining employment\, continued education and language learning as well as in building community connection. The E-Symposium presenters will address some of the unique and complex challenges that newcomer men face and will then engage in an interactive\, live-recorded discussion to frame best practices and suggest supports for settlement service providers. \nThis E-Symposium topic will be complemented by a Migration Matters Info Sheet and video in a three-part series supporting newcomer men. \nSpeakers:  \n\nMeheret Bisrat\, DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society\nRyan Avola\, Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\nSean Mullen\, ISSofBC\n\nEvent Details & Registration \n\nDate: Thursday\, December 13\, 2018\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PST)\n\nThe registration deadline is Wednesday\, December 12\, 2018 at 3:00 PM PST.  \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-e-symposium-newcomer-mens-integration-challenges-and-perspectives/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20181130T025030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T025044Z
UID:12336-1545127200-1545139800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Canadian Citizenship - Free Workshop for Arabic-speaking Permanent Residents
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday & Wednesday\, December 18 & 19\nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM\nWhere: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\, 2425 Oxford Street\, Vancouver \nREGISTRATION IN ADVANCE REQUIRED\nFor registration please provide your PR card number before the workshop. \nRegistration please contact :\nTeresa or Nour (604) 254 5401 Ext. 276 settlementprograms@kiwassa.ca \nFree Workshop series. Light snacks and \nBus ticket support provided to eligible participants. Childminding during workshop is available with advance registration. \nThe sessions will cover: \n\nThe changes to Canadian citizenship requirements\nCitizenship requirements: residence\, language\, Knowledge and others\nThe application process\nCitizenship test preparation\n\nFor more information\, please visit   www.kiwassa.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/preparing-for-canadian-citizenship-free-workshop-for-arabic-speaking-permanent-residents/
LOCATION:Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\, 2425 Oxford Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20181130T025155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T025155Z
UID:12339-1545213600-1545226200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Canadian Citizenship - Free Workshop for Arabic-speaking Permanent Residents
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday & Wednesday\, December 18 & 19\nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM\nWhere: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\, 2425 Oxford Street\, Vancouver \nREGISTRATION IN ADVANCE REQUIRED\nFor registration please provide your PR card number before the workshop. \nRegistration please contact :\nTeresa or Nour (604) 254 5401 Ext. 276 settlementprograms@kiwassa.ca \nFree Workshop series. Light snacks and \nBus ticket support provided to eligible participants. Childminding during workshop is available with advance registration. \nThe sessions will cover: \n\nThe changes to Canadian citizenship requirements\nCitizenship requirements: residence\, language\, Knowledge and others\nThe application process\nCitizenship test preparation\n\nFor more information\, please visit   www.kiwassa.ca
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/preparing-for-canadian-citizenship-free-workshop-for-arabic-speaking-permanent-residents-2/
LOCATION:Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\, 2425 Oxford Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20181130T025920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T025948Z
UID:12344-1545670800-1545681600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:BCFED Annual Labour Free Community Christmas Dinner
DESCRIPTION:When: December 4\, 2018\nTime: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nWhere:  \nMaritime Labour Centre\n1880 Triumph St.\nVancouver \nUpper Auditorium\nWhalley Legion\n13525-106th Avenue\nSurrey \nThis dinner is for those in the community who are less fortunate. They are served a full turkey dinner with all the trimmings\, music\, carol sing-a-longs\, gifts from Santa for every child and teenager\, a visit to the boutique\, and a food hamper. Reservations are not necessary\, so you can come anytime between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm. \nRegular transit service is available Christmas Eve\, but we also provide free rides on our Santa Express – in Vancouver leaving from the Carnigie Hall. We hope you will come out and enjoy dinner and warm company on Christmas Eve. If you need a place to go\, you’re definitely welcome here. \nTo volunteer or learn more about the event please call Marisha Zuckerman at 604-306-4156 or email at labourxmasdinner@hotmail.ca.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/bcfed-annual-labour-free-community-christmas-dinner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190103T012949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190103T013350Z
UID:12455-1547546400-1547550000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Unpacking LINC Placement\, Delivery and Assessment
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will educate settlement and LINC staff on the roles of LINC assessors and the Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) in LINC service delivery. The webinar will identify and extrapolate on the sequence of: \n\nPlacement assessment (CLBPT) in different regions\nLINC classroom formative assessment\nSummative assessment (PBLA) and\nOfficial language testing for citizenship purposes.\n\nThe webinar will also distinguish the CLBPT from other IRCC testing methods including the Literacy Placement Tool Assessments (CLB-LPT\, NCLC-OCA). \nEvent Details: \nDate: Tuesday\, January 15\, 2019\nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (PST) \nRegister by clicking here. *Please note\, the registration deadline is January 14\, 2019. \nPresenters: \nKrista Walsh-Murray has been working as a project manager with the Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks (CCLB) since 2012. Primarily\, she oversees the Centre’s projects related to the development and implementation of CLB assessment tools and training. These include the CLBPT\, CLBPT Remote\, Literacy Placement Test and Milestones test. As part of CCLB’s collaboration with The Centre for Education and Training (TCET) on the new CLBPA placement test\, she is currently overseeing the reading and writing development. Krista holds a Master of Education\, TESL certification and has over 10 years of experience in the fields of ESL\, settlement and employment services. \nVasso Vahlas has been operating the Surrey Language Assessment Centre since 2005. She was the LINC assessor for Northern BC from 1993 until her relocation to the Lower Mainland in 2000. As a partner in Anne Jeffrey and Associates in Prince George\, Vasso worked on Canadian Job Strategies projects\, targeting immigrant and mainstream displaced workers and developed the curriculum for employment search programs. She also took part in the production of Detailed Training Design for underemployed immigrants in Northern BC including the designing and development of the career exploration center. She is currently serving on the Settlement Language Working Group and the City of Surrey’s immigrant and refugee advisory committees.  \nMarie Irving has close to two decades of teaching experience. Before moving to Vancouver Island\, Marie worked at Langara College in Vancouver as an instructor in an academic English language program.  After moving to the Comox Valley\, she was employed as a LINC instructor at North Island College and then hired in 2017 by the Immigrant Welcome Centre in North Vancouver Island to assist in creating their first-ever\, newly funded LINC offering. Marie is the LINC Coordinator and Instructor for the Comox Valley branch\, Lead Teacher for the organization\, a certified CLBPT Assessor\, and Team Manager and Community Liaison for the Comox Valley Branch.  Marie assesses approximately 30 newcomers per year. \nWes Schroeder has been an ESL instructor\, coordinator and assessment specialist since 1979\, having spent a number of years at the University of British Columbia English Language Institute and Vancouver Community College (VCC). He managed the first LINC assessment centre in Canada while at VCC and established Western ESL Services (LINC Assessment and Referral Centre) in 1992. Since then he has been responsible for eligibility determination\, assessment and referral for approximately 200\,000 LINC clients. He is certified by the CCLB as the national master and regional trainer for the CLBPT and for the speaking assessment of the Milestones Test.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-unpacking-linc-placement-delivery-and-assessment/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190118T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20181208T013105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181208T013105Z
UID:12411-1547803800-1547807400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:We Speak Translate Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The We Speak Translate project is a first of its kind collaboration between Google Translate and the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA)\, BC\, Canada\, which uses the Google Translate app to aid in refugee resettlement and newcomer inclusion in communities. The We Speak Translate project address the number on barrier to new immigrant integration – language – by re-purposing technology as a tool and symbol for welcoming communities – which value diversity and inclusion. \nThe project involves training community stakeholders\, organizations and institutions in the Google Translate app. Upon completion of the free\, 50-minute training\, participants receive a We Speak Translate decal\, a visible symbol of inclusion and commitment to promoting diversity and communication across language barriers. Familiarity with the Google Translate app establishes a common platform for communication while newcomers develop their English language skills. \nSince the project launched in April 2017\, over 2500 community members and stakeholders have received Google Translate training through the We Speak Translate project. \nGoogle is humbled and excited to be supporting this project with the goal of helping new Canadians make the often challenging transition to life in Canada through language and engagement – Roque Silva\, Interaction Designer\, Google Translate\nTraining Goals & Benefits: \n\nEncourage welcoming communities that value diversity\, inclusion and integration.\nBecome familiar with the Google Translate app (free\, downloadable app for smartphones and tablets).\nEstablish a common platform for communication with newcomers while English language skills develop.\n\nWorkshop Format: \n\nIntroduction and overview of project/objective\nGoogle Translate training presentation\nExplore the capacity of the Google Translate app\nLearn how to effectively use the Google Translate app\nInteract with the app\n\nUpon completion of the training the We Speak Translate decals can be mailed to webinar participants. \nWe Speak Translate Training Facilitator: \nKate Longpre\, M.A. is the Community Integration Coordinator at ICA. Kate works strategically across sectors to ensure that resettled refugees entering the Greater Victoria area are successfully integrated into welcoming communities. Kate approached Google Translate in September 2016 with the idea for the We Speak Translate project. In April 2017 the project launched in Victoria\, BC\, the first location worldwide to initiate the project.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/we-speak-translate-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190119T050859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T050859Z
UID:12605-1548352800-1548356400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Dads at play!
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for Dads at play! \nAn evening drop-in program for dads with 0-5 years.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/dads-at-play/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190119T052519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T052519Z
UID:12613-1548352800-1548360000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk about Reconciliation Film Series
DESCRIPTION:Watch Indigenous-created films that showcase the rich culture\, history\, realities\, and resilience of Indigenous people.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/lets-talk-about-reconciliation-film-series/
LOCATION:City Centre Library\, 10350 University Drive\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190130T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20181208T013159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181208T013159Z
UID:12414-1548840600-1548844200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:We Speak Translate Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The We Speak Translate project is a first of its kind collaboration between Google Translate and the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA)\, BC\, Canada\, which uses the Google Translate app to aid in refugee resettlement and newcomer inclusion in communities. The We Speak Translate project address the number on barrier to new immigrant integration – language – by re-purposing technology as a tool and symbol for welcoming communities – which value diversity and inclusion. \nThe project involves training community stakeholders\, organizations and institutions in the Google Translate app. Upon completion of the free\, 50-minute training\, participants receive a We Speak Translate decal\, a visible symbol of inclusion and commitment to promoting diversity and communication across language barriers. Familiarity with the Google Translate app establishes a common platform for communication while newcomers develop their English language skills. \nSince the project launched in April 2017\, over 2500 community members and stakeholders have received Google Translate training through the We Speak Translate project. \nGoogle is humbled and excited to be supporting this project with the goal of helping new Canadians make the often challenging transition to life in Canada through language and engagement – Roque Silva\, Interaction Designer\, Google Translate\nTraining Goals & Benefits: \n\nEncourage welcoming communities that value diversity\, inclusion and integration.\nBecome familiar with the Google Translate app (free\, downloadable app for smartphones and tablets).\nEstablish a common platform for communication with newcomers while English language skills develop.\n\nWorkshop Format: \n\nIntroduction and overview of project/objective\nGoogle Translate training presentation\nExplore the capacity of the Google Translate app\nLearn how to effectively use the Google Translate app\nInteract with the app\n\nUpon completion of the training the We Speak Translate decals can be mailed to webinar participants. \nWe Speak Translate Training Facilitator: \nKate Longpre\, M.A. is the Community Integration Coordinator at ICA. Kate works strategically across sectors to ensure that resettled refugees entering the Greater Victoria area are successfully integrated into welcoming communities. Kate approached Google Translate in September 2016 with the idea for the We Speak Translate project. In April 2017 the project launched in Victoria\, BC\, the first location worldwide to initiate the project.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/we-speak-translate-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190130T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190119T051403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T051403Z
UID:12609-1548867600-1548878400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Taxes and Benefits for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Services of Greater Vancouver for a Taxes and Benefits for Families workshop.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/taxes-and-benefits-for-families/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190119T051032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T051247Z
UID:12607-1549474200-1549479600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Pinatas and Pete - Parenting Matters at MPNH
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for Pinatas and Pete – a fun evening of crafts and creativity!
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/pinatas-and-pete-parenting-matters-at-mpnh/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190119T050740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T050740Z
UID:12603-1549710000-1549720800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:2019 Lunar New Year Lunch and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join Kiwassa Neighbourhood House at their 2019 Lunar New Year celebration! 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/2019-lunar-new-year-lunch-and-celebration/
LOCATION:Kiwassa Neighbourhood House\, 2425 Oxford Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190119T052702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T052702Z
UID:12616-1550685600-1550692800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk about Reconciliation Film Series
DESCRIPTION:Watch Indigenous-created films that showcase the rich culture\, history\, realities\, and resilience of Indigenous people.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/lets-talk-about-reconciliation-film-series-2/
LOCATION:Newton Library\, 13795 70 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190223T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190119T051835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T051835Z
UID:12611-1550944800-1550962800@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:MFBCS Annual Fundraising Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \n\nDate: Saturday\, February 23\, 2019\nTime: 6:00pm – 11:00pm\nLocation: Royal King Palace –  8158 128 St\, Surrey\nCost: $30 – Adults; $20 Kids under 10 years; $40 at the door (sponsorship opportunities available\, see below)\n\nThis event will draw a significant gathering consisting of supporters from Metro Vancouver Muslim communities including many influential stakeholders and decision-makers. \nIt will therefore be a unique sponsorship and exhibition opportunity for businesses\, associations and community organizations. The event will feature presentations and displays about the Muslim Food Bank and our sponsors in addition to a delicious dinner. \nThe Muslim Food Bank is therefore providing businesses and marketers an opportunity to target decision makers in the Muslim market. As a result the following options are available to you-our potential sponsors: \n\nPlatinum Sponsorship Package – $2500\nGold Sponsorship Package – $2000\nSilver Sponsorship Package – $1000\nBronze Sponsorship Package – $500\n\nBenefits of sponsorship \n\nCultivating relationships with about 500 community members\nAccess to a network of Muslim activists\nExclusive access to build relationships with the leaders of one of the largest grassroots Muslim organizations in BC\n\nContact Zebun at coordinator@muslimfoodbank.com  \nLearn more here: https://muslimfoodbank.com/events/2019-fundraising-dinner/
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/mfbcs-annual-fundraising-dinner/
LOCATION:Royal King Palace\, 366 – 8158 128th Street\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Food Bank and Community Services":MAILTO:contact@muslimfoodbank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190221T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190221T194533Z
UID:12723-1551175200-1551182400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: The Other Side of Trauma: Supporting Newcomers through Healing and Resiliency Centred
DESCRIPTION:This is the second part of a two-part webinar series on community based training for working with newcomers with trauma. The first webinar explored how practitioners in settlement can better understand trauma\, and how it presents itself in community spaces. The webinar also provided some techniques that practitioners can use to address the issues of trauma\, along with approaches to provide a more inclusive space for newcomers with trauma. \nThis follow-up webinar will address how we can further support our more vulnerable newcomers to Canada through learning with healing centered engagement. This learning event will explore how those with migration journey experiences can move beyond merely coping with trauma\, and explore their own resiliency and positive transformative changes that can occur beyond trauma\, allowing positive emotional growth and a greater sense of well-being. \nEvent Details: \nWhen: Tuesday\, February 26\, 2019\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PST) \nClick here to register.  \nWebinar Presenter:  \nDiana Jeffries specializes in working with practitioners who work with refugees. She is the training manager at Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS) where she facilitates training workshops on trauma-informed practice in the settlement sector. Diana has written three resources on trauma and teaching along with curriculum development for refugee women and refugee youth. \n  \n  \nAny questions about the event? Please contact Sabrina Dumitra at sdumitra@amssa.org. \nPlease note\, AMSSA is only responsible for the logistics of the event. For content information\, please contact PIRS directly.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/webinar-the-other-side-of-trauma-supporting-newcomers-through-healing-and-resiliency-centred/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190308T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190307T234844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T224857Z
UID:12852-1552057200-1552068000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:International Women's Day afternoon tea
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/international-womens-day-afternoon-tea/
LOCATION:Welcome Centre – ISSofBC\, 2610 Victoria Drive \, Vancouver \, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190315T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190316T225112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T225112Z
UID:12856-1552654800-1552665600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Get Hired! An ISSofBC Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/get-hired-an-issofbc-job-fair/
LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver\, 501-333 Terminal Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190320T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190320T124500
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190316T225825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T225825Z
UID:12862-1553071500-1553085900@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:It is not ME or YOU | It is US: An educational forum on discrimination and racism
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/it-is-not-me-or-you-it-is-us-an-educational-forum-on-discrimination-and-racism/
LOCATION:Ismaili Centre Burnaby\, Social Hall\, 4010 Canada Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5G 1G8\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190322T002558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T002629Z
UID:12868-1553594400-1553598000@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Recognizing and Assisting Victims of Labour Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Migrant workers contribute to the Canadian labour market and economy. However\, some migrant workers may be vulnerable to human trafficking for labour exploitation given their lack of knowledge of their rights in Canada\, inability to speak the language and isolation. Settlement and other frontline organizations can play a very important role in preventing labour trafficking as well as supporting the victims. \nThis webinar will provide management and frontline staff that work with temporary foreign workers with knowledge on how to recognize\, protect and assist migrant workers who may have been trafficked to Canada. \nEvent Details: \nDate: Tuesday\, March 26\, 2019\nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (PST)\nLocation:Online \nPresenter: \nLarissa Maxwell\, Anti-Human Trafficking Programs\, The Salvation Army Canada \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-recognizing-and-assisting-victims-of-labour-trafficking/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190329T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190322T002907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T002907Z
UID:12870-1553860800-1553866200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Webinar: Reflections on Belonging\, Relationships\, and Responsibilities in Musqueam\, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Lands
DESCRIPTION:In this lunch and learn webinar\, cultural planner Kamala Todd will share her experience as a Metis-Cree living and working in the unceded territories of the Musqueam\, Squamish and Tseil-Waututh Nations\, and how to observe protocols in a territory different to that of her ancestors. \nBorn and raised in these lands\, she continually asks herself\, in her work and in the ways she lives and raises her children\, how she can address the colonialism of Vancouver and enact her own teachings of reciprocity and gratitude in finding ways to support the original owners of the lands. Kamala is currently the City of Vancouver’s Indigenous Arts and Culture planner\, and she has worked with the City for many years in various capacities\, including the Dialogues Project. \nKamala will talk about some of the current conversations and considerations about the work of “reconciliation” and decolonization\, and she will also address how those of us whose ancestors are elsewhere can work to repair the harms done to the ancestors of these lands and waters in this beautiful place we are so fortunate to live and work.  \nShe will place an emphasis on questions that people and organizations often have about how to begin\, like “Where do we start?” \nThis lunch and learn webinar is a preliminary conversation to the April 5th Symposium “Indigenous-Newcomers Relationships”: An Organizational Dialogue on Unsettling Practices that will be held in Vancouver. The Symposium will be available online. To register to the Symposium’s live broadcast click here.  \nWebinar Details: \nDate: Friday\, March 29\, 2019\nTime: 12:00 – 1:30 PM \nTo register\, click here. \nWe gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Government of British Columbia through the Ministry of Tourism\, Arts and Culture Multiculturalism Grant
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-webinar-reflections-on-belonging-relationships-and-responsibilities-in-musqueam-squamish-and-tsleil-waututh-lands/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190405T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190323T183942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190323T184443Z
UID:12899-1554453000-1554469200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:AMSSA Online Broadcast: "Indigenous-Newcomers Relationships": An Organizational Dialogue on  Unsettling Practices
DESCRIPTION:The Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of BC (AMSSA)\, the British Columbia Institute of Technology’s (BCIT) Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships\, and the City of Vancouver’s Vancouver Immigration Partnership (VIP)\, are pleased to invite you and/or designates to a symposium aimed at discussing how organizational leadership can be understood from a critical perspective to design and establish processes that build mindful relationships with Indigenous people and the unceded territories we all work on. \nThe symposium will be divided in 2 parts: \n\nCentering organizational leadership in relation to Indigenous presence and accountability to the Coast Salish Peoples and territories (keynote and panel discussion)\nExploring ideas for specific practice and for a workbook\n\nRegistration is required. \nThe symposium is open to anyone interested in learning and leading processes to establish relationships with Indigenous people in their organizations. Board members\, Executive Directors\, CEOs\, Program and Management Directors and similar leading roles are encouraged to attend. Networking opportunities at the end of the event. \nEvent Details: \nWhen: Friday\, April 5\, 2019 \nTime: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM PST \nWhere: Online (live video broadcast). A link will be sent to you by April 4\, 2019.  \nThe registration deadline is April 3\, 2019. \nTo register to watch the broadcast online\, click here.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/amssa-online-broadcast-indigenous-newcomers-relationships-an-organizational-dialogue-on-unsettling-practices/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190316T225438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T225552Z
UID:12859-1554642000-1554649200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:"The Caregiver Program"
DESCRIPTION:Join ISSofBC for an interactive discussion and learn about your options for permanent residence in regard to the Caregiver Program. \nTo register or for more information\, contact Lenn Castro at stmarysmigrant@gmail.com and Resochita Ama at resochita.arma@issbc.org
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-caregiver-program/
LOCATION:Seminar Room\, School Gym\, St. Mary’s Parish\, 5239 Joyce Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5R 4G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190415T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190415T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190413T170945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190413T170945Z
UID:13065-1555324200-1555331400@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Safety Talk - About Scams (Chinese)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/safety-talk-about-scams-chinese/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190424T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190424T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190410T211754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T211908Z
UID:13023-1556125200-1556134200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:The Social Impact Lab: Collaboratory Event Launch
DESCRIPTION:On April 24th\, CCEL will launch a new program called Collaboratory with an event titled “Social Impact Lab”. This event brings together community partners\, UBC students\, staff\, and faculty to celebrate past university-community collective actions and explore social issues in Vancouver. \nParticipants will also have the opportunity to join other passionate attendees to collaborate on a collective action project over the summer in one of the following areas: poverty reduction\, housing\, environmental sustainability\, mental health\, Black neighbourhood revitalization\, refugee settlement\, and healthy masculinity and non-violence from an Indigenous perspective. \nCommunity partners are invited to this event. Meet like-minded organizations\, network with UBC students and faculty\, engage with UBC on some of your organizational needs\, and inform CCEL on the social issues directly related to your industry. \nPlease share this event to your network and on your social media pages. \nWe hope you can join us. \nEvent Details:\nWhen: April 24\, 2019; 5:00-7:30pm\nWhere: Mt. Pleasant Neighbourhood House (800 East Broadway)\nRefreshments and catering will be served.\nRegister today as space is limited! Click here to register. \nIf you have any questions\, contact Sydney Kroes at sydney.kroes@ubc.ca \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/the-social-impact-lab-collaboratory-event-launch/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Community Engaged Learning - UBC":MAILTO:community.learning@ubc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190410T202235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T202235Z
UID:13020-1556647200-1556652600@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Citizenship Application process (in Russian)
DESCRIPTION:Join ISSofBC for the Citizenship Application process\, an interactive discussion.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/citizenship-application-process-in-russian/
LOCATION:Welcome Centre – ISSofBC\, 2610 Victoria Drive \, Vancouver \, BC\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190514T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T162145
CREATED:20190510T230428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T230428Z
UID:13308-1557855000-1557862200@www.amssa.org
SUMMARY:Parenting Matters: Stress and Anxiety Effects in the Family
DESCRIPTION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House presents Parenting Matters: Stress and Anxiety Effects in the Family.
URL:https://www.amssa.org/amssa-events/parenting-matters-stress-and-anxiety-effects-in-the-family/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House\, 800 E. Broadway \, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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