BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/vancouver-bc/src-15683.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - vancouver-bc BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Resume Clinic - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DTSTART:20260903T150000Z DTEND:20260907T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10011953-1788422400-1788714000@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Need Help with Your Resume orCover Letter?Join the Resume Clin ic! Getexpert help to make your jobapplication stand out. \n\nYou will hav e \n\nOne-on-one guidance \n\nResume writing coach \n\nCover letter tips \ n\nAll experience levels welcome! \n\nWhether you are searching jobs\,swit ching careers\, or just want topolish your documents — we’rehere to he lp! \n\nNo registration needed — dropin and get support!Everyone is welc ome. \n\n\n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PN P Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nWork permit holders \n\nStudy permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a val id study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution. \n \nNaturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need cultu rally appropriate services. \n\nOther immigration statuses: \n\nRefugee cl aimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the follow ing documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Applic ation Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAE T) visa holders (until end March 2025). LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library\, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 0E5 URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-clinic-bc-nsp-safe-heaven/2026-09-03/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group DTSTART:20260908T170000Z DTEND:20260908T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10012737-1788861600-1788868800@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Feel Supported \n\nJoin a safe\, welcoming space where you can share your experiences\, feel heard\, and receive support from women who understand your journey. \n\n\n\nDiscover New Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\nLea rn about free local resources that support employment\, English learning\, financial assistance\, housing\, health\, mental health\, education and m ore! \n\n\n\nGet Connected & Grow \n\n\n\n\n\nExpand your community. Lear n from others\, develop new skills\, and work towards your goals. \n\n\n\n Practice Your English \n\nBuild confidence and improve your English throug h real conversations.\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nTuesdays – June 9 to August 11 \n\n10:00am to 12:00pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n280-610 6th Street \n\nNew Westm inster\, BC \n\n\n\nHow to register: \n\nClick the link to register: http s://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2 Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQjNaSDQxNDAyOEs4MVVVSVM3RzVaMzc3Qi4u&route=shorturl \n\n\n\nContact us: \n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/ 05/Multicultural-Womens-Support-Group-Spring-2026.pdf LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westmi nster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group-2/2026-09-0 8/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session DTSTART:20260908T190000Z DTEND:20260908T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10002367-1788868800-1788872400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \ nISSofBC is a non-profit organization\, and Career Paths is an employment program designed to assist newcomers in reconnecting with their pre-arriva l occupations/careers. The program is government-funded and comes at no co st to you. Here are some of the services we offer:    \n\nFUNDED Skill s Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUS TRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPR ACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\n Thank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Informati on Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arriv al profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our se rvices\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \ n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course f unding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement o pportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \nCare er Paths Team LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-informatio n-session-3/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online DTSTART:20260908T190000Z DTEND:20260908T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10008268-1788868800-1788872400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian C itizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sess ion will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\ n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info s essions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Online – Zoom URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-onlin e/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online DTSTART:20260908T200000Z DTEND:20260908T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10013767-1788872400-1788874200@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Ready to Work in British Columbia \n\nAre you a newcomer looki ng to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personal ized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings a nd employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentor ing events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering. \n\ nJoin an Info Session to learn more about how we can support your job sear ch journey. \n\nWhere : \n\nOnline session via ZOOM \n\n\n\n\n\nEligibilit y: \n\n❑ Permanent Resident \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRP A) \n\n❑ Individuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living i n British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coqui tlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-sessio n-online-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Resume Workshop- BC NSP & Safe Haven DTSTART:20260908T200000Z DTEND:20260908T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10013773-1788872400-1788879600@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create effective resumes that highlight your skil ls and experience. This workshop offers theoretical tips for tailoring you r documents to job postings and making a strong first impression with empl oyers. \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nWork permit holders \n\nStudy pe rmit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution. \n\n Naturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need cultura lly appropriate services. \n\nOther immigration statuses: \n\nRefugee clai mants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the followin g documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of C laim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Applicat ion Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET)  visa holders. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-9/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Communication at Workplace| Free Webinar - Global Talent Loans Pro gram-Online DTSTART:20260909T190000Z DTEND:20260909T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10013768-1788955200-1788955200@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n \n\n\nLearn practical workplace communication strateg ies\, including active listening\, Zoom tips\, inclusive language\, and ot her tips to communicate more effectively and confidently at work. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British C olumbia\, V5N 4L2 URL:https://issbc.org/event/communication-at-workplace-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Resume Clinic - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DTSTART:20260910T150000Z DTEND:20260914T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10011954-1789027200-1789318800@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Need Help with Your Resume orCover Letter?Join the Resume Clin ic! Getexpert help to make your jobapplication stand out. \n\nYou will hav e \n\nOne-on-one guidance \n\nResume writing coach \n\nCover letter tips \ n\nAll experience levels welcome! \n\nWhether you are searching jobs\,swit ching careers\, or just want topolish your documents — we’rehere to he lp! \n\nNo registration needed — dropin and get support!Everyone is welc ome. \n\n\n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PN P Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nWork permit holders \n\nStudy permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a val id study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution. \n \nNaturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need cultu rally appropriate services. \n\nOther immigration statuses: \n\nRefugee cl aimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the follow ing documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Applic ation Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAE T) visa holders (until end March 2025). LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library\, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 0E5 URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-clinic-bc-nsp-safe-heaven/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session- Online DTSTART:20260910T180000Z DTEND:20260910T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10012373-1789038000-1789041600@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Looking for Work? We’re Here to Help! \n\nAre you new to BC and unsure how to start your job search? Join our Employment Orientation Session and discover the wide range of free services and supports availab le to help you take the next step in your career journey. \n\nThis session is designed to guide you through employment options\, workplace rights\, and community connections tailored for temporary residents and other eligi ble newcomers. \n\nLearn about: \n\nPersonalized settlement and job search support \n\nResume help and interview preparation \n\nSkills training\, s hort-term courses\, and digital tools \n\nWorkplace rights and advocacy \n \nNetworking with peers and employers \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nW ork permit holders \n\nStudy permit holders: You are an international post -secondary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar ser vices at your institution. \n\nNaturalized Canadian citizens: You have lan guage barriers and need culturally appropriate services. \n\nOther immigra tion statuses: \n\nRefugee claimants: You have submitted a refugee claim a nd received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral lette r (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Docum ent (RPCD)\, or Client Application Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorizati on for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders (until end March 2025). LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams URL:https://issbc.org/event/bc-nsp-safe-haven-employment-info-session-onli ne-5/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online DTSTART:20260910T190000Z DTEND:20260910T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10008269-1789041600-1789045200@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian C itizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sess ion will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\ n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info s essions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Online – Zoom URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-onlin e/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Resume Clinic - BC NSP & Safe Haven DTSTART:20260910T200000Z DTEND:20260910T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10012321-1789045200-1789056000@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Need Help with Your Resume orCover Letter?Join the Resume Clin ic! Getexpert help to make your jobapplication stand out. \n\nYou will hav e \n\nOne-on-one guidance \n\nResume writing coach \n\nCover letter tips \ n\nAll experience levels welcome! \n\nWhether you are searching jobs\,swit ching careers\, or just want topolish your documents — we’rehere to he lp! \n\nNo registration needed — dropin and get support!Everyone is welc ome. \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP En trepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nWork permit holders \n\nStudy perm it holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a valid s tudy permit and cannot access similar services at your institution. \n\nNa turalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need culturall y appropriate services. \n\nOther immigration statuses: \n\nRefugee claima nts: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Cla im (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Applicatio n Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET)  visa holders (until end March 2025). \n\nISSofBC- Teresa Wang \n\nteresa.w ang@issbc.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library\, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 0E5 URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-clinic-bc-nsp-safe-heaven-2/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Understanding & Navigating Labour Market Workshop- BC NSP & Safe H aven DTSTART:20260911T200000Z DTEND:20260911T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10013774-1789131600-1789138800@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join us for Understanding and Navigating the Labour Market\, a workshop designed to help you make informed career decisions. Learn about current job trends\, in-demand skills\, and practical strategies for find ing and securing employment in today’s evolving workforce.  \n\nEligibi lity Requirements: \n\n\n Work permit holders\n\n Study permit holders: Yo u are an international post-secondary student with a valid study permit an d cannot access similar services at your institution.\n\n Naturalized Cana dian citizens: You have language barriers and need culturally appropriate services.\n\n Other immigration statuses:\n Refugee claimants: You have su bmitted a refugee claim and received any of the following documents: Confi rmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refug ee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Application Summary.\n\n C anada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders.\n\ n BC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams URL:https://issbc.org/event/understanding-navigating-labour-market-worksho p-bc-nsp-safe-haven-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online DTSTART:20260914T200000Z DTEND:20260914T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10013760-1789390800-1789392600@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Ready to Work in British Columbia \n\nAre you a newcomer looki ng to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personal ized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings a nd employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentor ing events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering. \n\ nJoin an Info Session to learn more about how we can support your job sear ch journey. \n\nWhere : \n\nOnline session via ZOOM \n\n\n\n\n\nEligibilit y: \n\n❑ Permanent Resident \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRP A) \n\n❑ Individuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living i n British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coqui tlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-sessio n-online-22/2026-09-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Multicultural Women's Support Group DTSTART:20260915T170000Z DTEND:20260915T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10012738-1789466400-1789473600@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Feel Supported \n\nJoin a safe\, welcoming space where you can share your experiences\, feel heard\, and receive support from women who understand your journey. \n\n\n\nDiscover New Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\nLea rn about free local resources that support employment\, English learning\, financial assistance\, housing\, health\, mental health\, education and m ore! \n\n\n\nGet Connected & Grow \n\n\n\n\n\nExpand your community. Lear n from others\, develop new skills\, and work towards your goals. \n\n\n\n Practice Your English \n\nBuild confidence and improve your English throug h real conversations.\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nTuesdays – June 9 to August 11 \n\n10:00am to 12:00pm \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n280-610 6th Street \n\nNew Westm inster\, BC \n\n\n\nHow to register: \n\nClick the link to register: http s://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=PvAIsU14Kk-1YmUuoUwI2 Sl3R1SrLHFBrs2r858Xf5JUQjNaSDQxNDAyOEs4MVVVSVM3RzVaMzc3Qi4u&route=shorturl \n\n\n\nContact us: \n\n(778) 372-6528 \n\nfiorella.diliberto@issbc.org \n\n\n\nSee poster for details: https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/ 05/Multicultural-Womens-Support-Group-Spring-2026.pdf LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:ISSofBC – New Westminster\, 280 - 610 Sixth Street\, New Westmi nster\, BC\, V3L3C2\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/multicultural-womens-support-group-2/2026-09-1 5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Information Session DTSTART:20260915T190000Z DTEND:20260915T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10002368-1789473600-1789477200@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Career Paths program!   \ nISSofBC is a non-profit organization\, and Career Paths is an employment program designed to assist newcomers in reconnecting with their pre-arriva l occupations/careers. The program is government-funded and comes at no co st to you. Here are some of the services we offer:    \n\nFUNDED Skill s Training and Upgrading   \n\n\nACTION PLANNING based on your career goals   \n\n\nCREDENTIAL EVALUATION    \n\n\nOne-On-One JOB SEARCH Support   \n\n\nMENTORING OPPORTUNITIES   \n\n\nEMPLOYER OR INDUS TRY EVENTS FOR NETWORKING    \n\n\nEMPLOYER CONNECTIONS   \n\n\nPR ACTICUM OPPORTUNITIES (can include RELATED/ALIGNED OCCUPATIONS)   \n\n Thank you for your interest in participating in the Career Paths Informati on Session at ISSofBC! \nAs a skilled immigrant\, this is your opportunity to learn how Career Paths can assist you with returning to your pre-arriv al profession. \nIn this session you will learn more information on our se rvices\, such as: \n– Credential evaluations and obtaining BC licenses \ n– Regulatory body and association memberships \n– Skills and course f unding \n– Career planning and job search support \n– Work placement o pportunities \n– Connections to BC employers \n– Access to BC Mentors \nThank you for your interest and look forward to meeting you soon! \nCare er Paths Team LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z URL:https://issbc.org/event/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-informatio n-session-3/2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online DTSTART:20260915T190000Z DTEND:20260915T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10000364-1789473600-1789477200@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian C itizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sess ion will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\ n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info s essions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Online – Zoom URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-onlin e/2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Employment Standard Workshop- BC NSP & Safe Haven DTSTART:20260915T200000Z DTEND:20260915T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10013775-1789477200-1789484400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a worker in BC \, including rules around wages\, hours\, breaks\, and time off. This sess ion will also cover how to address workplace concerns and where to go for support or more information. \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\n\n Work per mit holders\n\n Study permit holders: You are an international post-second ary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar services a t your institution.\n\n Naturalized Canadian citizens: You have language b arriers and need culturally appropriate services.\n\n Other immigration st atuses:\n Refugee claimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and receiv ed any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\ , Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD )\, or Client Application Summary.\n\n Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Em ergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders.\n\n BC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams URL:https://issbc.org/event/employment-standard-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven -4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Financial Literacy for Newcomers to Canada – Part 2| Free Webina r - Global Talent Loans Program-Online DTSTART:20260916T190000Z DTEND:20260916T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10013769-1789560000-1789560000@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n \n\n\nLearn practical strategies for reducing costs\, managing expenses\, and understanding how missed payments can impact your credit. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, British C olumbia\, V5N 4L2 URL:https://issbc.org/event/financial-literacy-for-newcomers-to-canada-par t-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Resume Clinic - BC NSP & SAFE HEAVEN DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10011955-1789632000-1789923600@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Need Help with Your Resume orCover Letter?Join the Resume Clin ic! Getexpert help to make your jobapplication stand out. \n\nYou will hav e \n\nOne-on-one guidance \n\nResume writing coach \n\nCover letter tips \ n\nAll experience levels welcome! \n\nWhether you are searching jobs\,swit ching careers\, or just want topolish your documents — we’rehere to he lp! \n\nNo registration needed — dropin and get support!Everyone is welc ome. \n\n\n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PN P Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nWork permit holders \n\nStudy permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a val id study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution. \n \nNaturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need cultu rally appropriate services. \n\nOther immigration statuses: \n\nRefugee cl aimants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the follow ing documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Applic ation Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAE T) visa holders (until end March 2025). LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library\, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 0E5 URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-clinic-bc-nsp-safe-heaven/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BC NSP & Safe Haven Employment Info Session- Online DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260917T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10012374-1789642800-1789646400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Looking for Work? We’re Here to Help! \n\nAre you new to BC and unsure how to start your job search? Join our Employment Orientation Session and discover the wide range of free services and supports availab le to help you take the next step in your career journey. \n\nThis session is designed to guide you through employment options\, workplace rights\, and community connections tailored for temporary residents and other eligi ble newcomers. \n\nLearn about: \n\nPersonalized settlement and job search support \n\nResume help and interview preparation \n\nSkills training\, s hort-term courses\, and digital tools \n\nWorkplace rights and advocacy \n \nNetworking with peers and employers \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nW ork permit holders \n\nStudy permit holders: You are an international post -secondary student with a valid study permit and cannot access similar ser vices at your institution. \n\nNaturalized Canadian citizens: You have lan guage barriers and need culturally appropriate services. \n\nOther immigra tion statuses: \n\nRefugee claimants: You have submitted a refugee claim a nd received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral lette r (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Claim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Docum ent (RPCD)\, or Client Application Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorizati on for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa holders (until end March 2025). LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams URL:https://issbc.org/event/bc-nsp-safe-haven-employment-info-session-onli ne-5/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Global Talent Loans Program Info Session - Online DTSTART:20260917T190000Z DTEND:20260917T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123339Z UID:10008054-1789646400-1789650000@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Global Talent Loans Program is part of the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Project in Canada\, and we are the service provider for BC residents who are:\n\nPermanent Residents\n\n\n\nNaturalized Canadian C itizens\n\n\n\nProtected Person / Granted Refugee\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info sess ion will cover the following: \n\nOverview of Global Talent Loans Program\ n\n\n\nEligibility Criteria\n\n\n\nProgram Offerings\n\n\n\n\n\nOur info s essions are held regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm PDT LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123339Z LOCATION:Online – Zoom URL:https://issbc.org/event/global-talent-loans-program-info-session-onlin e/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Resume Clinic - BC NSP & Safe Haven DTSTART:20260917T200000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T123353Z UID:10012322-1789650000-1789660800@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Need Help with Your Resume orCover Letter?Join the Resume Clin ic! Getexpert help to make your jobapplication stand out. \n\nYou will hav e \n\nOne-on-one guidance \n\nResume writing coach \n\nCover letter tips \ n\nAll experience levels welcome! \n\nWhether you are searching jobs\,swit ching careers\, or just want topolish your documents — we’rehere to he lp! \n\nNo registration needed — dropin and get support!Everyone is welc ome. \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\nBC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP En trepreneur Immigration candidates. \n\nWork permit holders \n\nStudy perm it holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a valid s tudy permit and cannot access similar services at your institution. \n\nNa turalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need culturall y appropriate services. \n\nOther immigration statuses: \n\nRefugee claima nts: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the following documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of Cla im (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Applicatio n Summary. \n\nCanada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET)  visa holders (until end March 2025). \n\nISSofBC- Teresa Wang \n\nteresa.w ang@issbc.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T123353Z LOCATION:Pitt Meadows Public Library\, Computer Lab 12099 Harris Rd\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 0E5 URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-clinic-bc-nsp-safe-heaven-2/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Health and Wellness: IFHP & MSP_ English\, Farsi and Dari DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T003529Z UID:10013804-1789653600-1789660800@issbc.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claima nts who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nLearn about the health program f or refugee claimants and residents of BC. \n\nFree childminding and bus ti ckets available. \n\nWhen: Sept 17\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n\ nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nTo regist er contact Sadiq Mohibi at sadiq.mohibi@issbc.org or 778-372-6587 \n\nWher e: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nhttps://issbc.org/ wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Health-and-Wellness-IFHP-MSP-17-September-2026. pdf LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003529Z LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouve r\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/health-and-wellness-ifhp-msp_-english-farsi-an d-dari-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women & Seniors Support Groups\, Learn together & Get Stronger DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T123353Z UID:10013747-1789657200-1789664400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:گروههای حمایت زنان و سالمندان \n\nب ا هم یاد بگیریم، با هم قوی‌تر شویم \n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\nآیا به‌تازگی به کانادا آمده‌اید و دو ست دارید با زنان دیگر آشنا شوید، تجربیات خود را به اشتراک بگذارید و درباره زندگی د ر کانادا بیشتر بدانید؟ \n\n:موضوعات جلسات \ n\n 🌸 با زنان تازه‌وارد دیگر آشنا شوید و ارتباطات جدید ایجاد کنید🌸 تجربیات و چال ش‌های زندگی در کانادا را با یکدیگر به اش تراک بگذارید🌸 درباره خدمات و منابع موجو د در جامعه اطلاعات کسب کنید🌸 مهارت‌های ارتباطی، اعتمادبه‌نفس و رهبری خود را تق ویت کنید🌸 درباره موضوعات مهم زندگی و اس کان در کانادا گفتگو کنید🌸 از تجربیات و ح مایت سایر اعضای گروه بهره‌مند شوید🌸 در فعالیت‌های گروهی و گفتگوهای دوستانه شرک ت کنید \n\n:افراد واجد شرایط برای ثبت نام \n\ nدارندگان اقامت دایم و پناهندگان با نامه قبولی دادگاه \n\nظرفیت کلاس ها محدود است \n\ nاولویت به ترتیب زمان ثبت نام است LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T123353Z LOCATION:3020 Lincoln Ave Coquitlam V3B 6B4\, 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam \, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/women-seniors-support-groups-learn-together-ge t-stronger/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Resume Workshop- BC NSP & Safe Haven DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T123353Z UID:10013776-1789729200-1789736400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create effective resumes that highlight your skil ls and experience. This workshop offers theoretical tips for tailoring you r documents to job postings and making a strong first impression with empl oyers. \n\nEligibility Requirements: \n\n\n Work permit holders\n\n Study permit holders: You are an international post-secondary student with a val id study permit and cannot access similar services at your institution.\n\ n Naturalized Canadian citizens: You have language barriers and need cultu rally appropriate services.\n\n Other immigration statuses:\n Refugee clai mants: You have submitted a refugee claim and received any of the followin g documents: Confirmation of Referral letter (CoRL)\, Acknowledgement of C laim (AOC)\, Refugee Protection Claim Document (RPCD)\, or Client Applicat ion Summary.\n\n Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET)  visa holders.\n\n BC Provincial Nominees or BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigrat ion candidates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T123353Z LOCATION:Virtual MS Teams URL:https://issbc.org/event/resume-workshop-bc-nsp-safe-haven-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English\, Fars i and Dari DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183619Z UID:10011561-1789740000-1789747200@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claima nts who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\nAs newcomers to Canada learning etiquette and having cultural awareness is an important part of integratin g to theCanadian culture and society. \n\nFree childminding and bus ticket s available. \n\nWhen: September 18\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm \n \nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \ n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration: plea se contact Mojgan Aghevli at 778-372-6585 or mojgan.aghevli@issbc.org \n\n https://issbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/POSTER-TEMPLATE-Social-Etique tte-Cultural-Awareness-Mojgan-A-2026.pdf LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183619Z LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouve r\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-can ada-english-and-arabic/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Senior's Enrichment Workshops for 50+\, Learn\, create and improve DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183619Z UID:10013692-1789743600-1789750800@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:توانمند سازی افراد بالای 50 سال در آموزش زبان، خلاقیت و مهارت \n\n\n\n\n\nIهر هفت ه با حضور سخنرانان مهمان جذاب، جلسات تعا ملی و سفرهای گروهی هیجان‌انگیز همراه خو اهد بود که از سلامت، خلاقیت و مهارت‌های دیجیتال شما حمایت می‌کند. \n\nموضوعات جلس ات: \n\nسلامت و تندرستی: یادگیری از داروساز ان، مربیان یوگا و متخصصان سلامت \n\nآموزش دنیای دیجیتال: افزایش اعتماد به نفس در با نکداری آنلاین، شناسایی کلاهبرداری‌های اینترنتی، امنیت سایبری و استفاده ایمن از دنیای دیجیتال \n\nهنر و خلاقیت: تجربه درما ن از طریق هنر و کارگاه‌های عملی \n\nفناوری و آینده: آشنایی با هوش مصنوعی و یادگیری ر وش‌های ایمن ماندن در برابر کلاهبرداری‌ های مبتنی بر هوش مصنوعی \n\nجامعه و ارتباط ات: لذت بردن از سفرهای گروهی به جاذبه‌ها ی محلی، کتابخانه‌ها، بانک‌ها، پیاده‌ر وی‌های فرهنگی و موارد دیگر. \n\n\n\nافراد وا جد شرایط برای ثبت نام: \n\nدارندگان اقامت د ایم و پناهندگان با نامه قبولی دادگاه \n\nظ رفیت کلاس ها محدود است \n\nاولویت به ترتیب زمان ثبت نام است در محیطی شاد و حمایتی، د وستان جدید پیدا کنید، مهارت‌های تازه بی اموزید و جامعه خود را کشف کنید LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183619Z LOCATION:3020 Lincoln Ave\, Coquitlam BC\, V3B 6B4\, 3020 Lincoln Ave\, Co quitlam\, BC\, V3B 6B4\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/seniors-enrichment-workshops-for-50-learn-crea te-and-improve/2026-09-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How to Avoid Frauds and Scams _ English and Spanish DTSTART:20260921T170000Z DTEND:20260921T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183619Z UID:10013803-1789984800-1789992000@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Free workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claimants who li ve in Vancouver and Burnaby. \n\nLearn how to protect yourself from frauds and scams in Canada. \n\nFree childminding and bus tickets available. \n\ nWhen: September 21\, 2026 \n\nTime: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm \n\nEnglish and Spanish \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWhere: \n\n2610 Victoria Dr ive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 \n\nFor registration\, please contact Ingrid Mutter at ingrid.mutter@issbc.org or 778-370-5113 \n\nhttps://issbc.org/wp -content/uploads/2026/09/How-to-avoid-frauds-and-scams-workshop-Sept-21-20 26-IM.pdf LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183619Z LOCATION:2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, Vancouver URL:https://issbc.org/event/how-to-avoid-frauds-and-scams-_-english-and-sp anish/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solid Start 360 Employment Program - Info Session\, Online DTSTART:20260921T200000Z DTEND:20260921T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183619Z UID:10013761-1789995600-1789997400@issbc.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Ready to Work in British Columbia \n\nAre you a newcomer looki ng to start your career in BC? Our free employment program offers personal ized support to help you succeed in the local labour market. Benefit from one-on-one job search coaching\, group workshops (in-person\, online\, or self-paced)\, resume and interview guidance\, and access to job postings a nd employer referrals. Connect with employers through job fairs and mentor ing events\, and gain experience through career-relevant volunteering. \n\ nJoin an Info Session to learn more about how we can support your job sear ch journey. \n\nWhere : \n\nOnline session via ZOOM \n\n\n\n\n\nEligibilit y: \n\n❑ Permanent Resident \n\n❑ Protected Persons (as defined by IRP A) \n\n❑ Individuals selected for PR (with IRCC letter) \n\n❑ Living i n British Columbia in Vancouver\, New Westminster\, Coquitlam\, Port Coqui tlam\, Port Moody\, Maple Ridge\, and Pitt Meadows LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183619Z URL:https://issbc.org/event/solid-start-360-employment-program-info-sessio n-online-22/2026-09-21/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR