AMSSA and its member agencies and stakeholders organize public community events, workshops for newcomers to Canada as well as professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences for (re)settlement, language training diversity and inclusion sector employees. Community events and workshops which are continuous are listed below the calendar.
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The Syrian Refugee Benefit Gala
This formal black-tie event will be dedicated to raising funds for the MOSAIC Charity Refugee Program which will help integrate all incoming refugees into the Canadian community.
When: January 23, 2016
Where: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre
Highlights include:
- 3-course middle eastern inspired dinner
- musical performances
- guest speakers
- photo-booth
- raffle
Ticket prices:
- General: $50.00
- Student: $35.00
- Table:
- Group of 8: $550.00
- Group of 10: $650.00
This event has been put together by the Arab Students Association at UBC, the International Relations Students Association (IRS), STAND UBC, and the UBC Social Justice Centre.
Learn more and purchase tickets to the event by clicking here. Please direct your inquiries to irsa.vpf@gmail.com.
Ongoing Community Events/Programs
English Upgrading Classes for Adults
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:40 – 2:40 p.m.
September 2025 – January 2026
Free LINC classes for adults
September 2025 – January 2026
