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SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-11-21/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:FREE Health Webinar: Hypertension: The Silent Killer
DESCRIPTION:Did you know? High blood pressure\, or hypertension\, can cause serious health issues and many people don’t even know they have it. ⁠\n⁠\nDo you live in Surrey or North Delta? Join local Family Doctors for a FREE webinar on November 20 to learn important information about hypertension\, including:⁠\n⁠\n🩸 What it is and why it matters⁠\n🩸 How to know if you’re at risk⁠\n🩸 How to prevent or manage hypertension⁠\n🩸 And more!⁠\n⁠\nRegister to reserve your spot here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/free-health-webinar-hypertension-the-silent-killer/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Community Event: SkilledTradesBC Exam Prep Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you writing an exam soon? Whether this will be your first\, second\, or even third attempt\, we’re hosting an exam preparation session to help you succeed. This webinar is suitable for anyone writing an Interprovincial/Red Seal exam\, Certification of Qualification\, Challenge Certification\, or Standard Level Exam. \nThis month\, we are hosting two sessions. One session will be catered toward domestic trades workers who are preparing for their exams. The second session will be for newcomers to Canada.
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-skilledtradesbc-exam-prep-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Paint Night: Map Your Career and Educational Goals
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop will combine creative expression with goal setting. Through a fun painting activity\, youth will map out their career and educational goals\, helping them visualize their future pathways. It’s a great opportunity for diverse youth to reflect on their aspirations in a supportive and creative environment! \nDate: Wednesday\, November 20th\, 4:30 – 6:30 PM \nLocation: DIVERSEcity Main Office – 13455 76 Ave\, Surrey\, BC V3W 2W3 \nHow to register: Email robeydi@dcrs.ca or call 604-218-1441
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/paint-night-map-your-career-and-educational-goals/
LOCATION:DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus\, 13455 76 Avenue\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Service Canada Benefits Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you know about the benefits available to you? \nJoin this workshop to learn more about the benefits available to help you save money. \nTopics include \n\nEmployment Insurance (EI)\nStudent loans\nMaternity and parental benefits\nAnd more!\n\nMandarin language support will be available. \nWho’s elgible? \n\nPermanent residents\, protected persons and CUAET visa holders.\n\n  \nTo register\, email lchen@dcrs.ca or call 778-867-9253
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/service-canada-benefits-workshop/
LOCATION:DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus\, 13455 76 Avenue\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-11-20/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T140000
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SUMMARY:Free Y Mind Information Session for Newcomer-Serving Organizations in BC!
DESCRIPTION:Is your newcomer-serving organization in BC looking for ways to support young people with their mental health? \nAre your mental health and wellness staff looking for more resources to support young people who are newcomers and experiencing anxiety? \nThe YMCA is looking to partner with newcomer-serving organizations to pilot a delivery of YMCA Y Mind Newcomers\, an eight-week\, early-intervention\, newcomer-informed\, mental wellness program for newcomer young people experiencing anxiety. This program will be led by your own mental health/wellness staff who will receive program delivery training and funding. \nWe are excited to partner with BC community organizations to pilot the this program in their communities in 2025 and share their experience and feedback that wille play a vital role the final development of Y Mind for Newcomers. \nIf you answer YES to the following questions\, you may be a good fit for participating in the pilot for Y Mind Newcomers. \n\nOur organization serves newcomers to Canada 13-30\nOur organization has noticed the need for support for Newcomers to Canada in the community who experience mild-moderate anxiety.\nOur organization has at least two mental health/wellness staff with experience working with newcomers to Canada experiencing mild to moderate anxiety.\nOur appropriate staff have the availability to attend 10-12 hours of training and have availability to deliver an 8-week program.\nOur organization has strong partnerships with youth serving organizations/institutions and counselling services in the community who would refer newcomers to the program.\n\nYMCA Y Mind Newcomers Information Session open to all newcomer or immigrant-serving organizations across British Columbia who are interested in learning more about this pilot and partnership with YBC. \nIf you are in leadership or are wellness staff/counsellors/social workers from a newcomer-serving organization anywhere across BC and want to learn more\, we would love to see you on: \nDate: November 19\, 2024 \nLocation: Virtual (Zoom link sent upon registration) \nTime: 1:00pm PST \nFor more information see YMCA Y Mind Newcomers Information Session FAQ \nFor more information about the YMCA Mental Wellness programs\, see https://www.gv.ymca.ca/mental-wellness
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/free-y-mind-information-session-for-newcomer-serving-organizations-in-bc/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:"Memories of the Soul" / “Memorias para el Alma" Photography Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Memories of the Soul” / “Memorias para el Alma” is a 5-session project in which we will work with photography\, exploring the memories of our stories. We will talk about our experiences\, perceptions\, and feelings\, and use art to express our collective memory. \nEn esta oportunidad queremos compartir el próximo taller de arte y fotografía que tendremos en La Libélula Cooperative. \nMemorias del Alma es un  proyecto de 5 sesiones en las cuales realizaremos un trabajo desde la fotografía\, explorando la memoria de nuestras historias\, hablaremos de lo que hemos vivido\, lo que percibimos y lo que sentimos para plasmar a partir del arte nuestra memoria en colectivo. \nLocation: 10305 City Pkwy # 105\, Surrey BC\nDates: November 18 – 22\nTime: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm \nFree \nIN SPANISH \nOpen to women ages 18 and older\, with priority given to refugees and refugee claimants. \nRegister at this link: \nhttp://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJnF4wLK7ZpNhTBk-c8EIB8hAR9n1fgDL_rx_nXszXrPgbPQ/viewform
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/memories-of-the-soul-memorias-para-el-alma-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:City Parkway\, 10305 City Pkwy # 105\, Surrey BC\, Surrey\, Briti\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Safe Haven Program: Interviewing Skills Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the FREE Interview Skills Online Workshop! \nWhen: November 18th\, 2024\, 10 am – 11:30 am \nWhere: Online by Zoom \n\nInterview Process\nSpeech Preparation\nTiming\nDress Code\nBody Language\n\nLanguage support will be offered in English\, Spanish\, Farsi and Arabic. \nPre-registration is required. Click here: 2024-2025 PIRS Safe Haven Workshops Pre-Registration Form \nThis program is for newcomer women who are Refugee Claimants (those who have made a claim for protection) Asylum Seekers (those who have not yet made a claim for protection. \nContact: \nNahed (Arabic) nkhalil@pirs.bc.ca\nZarmina (Farsi/Dari) zali@pirs.bc.ca\nBettina (Spanish) bdavalos@pirs.bc.ca\nPhone: 604.298.5888 (ext 832)
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/interviewing-skills-online-workshop-for-refugee-asylum-seeking-women/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T174442Z
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SUMMARY:International Student Program - Swim to Survive!
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Newcomers Ages 19+\nThe focus of this program is to introduce students to local recreation programs. This course introduces essential water safety and drowning prevention tech-niques. It includes a 30-minute overview of the Swim to Survive program\, fol-lowed by free swim time to practice skills learned in class.\nClass Date:\nNovember 14\n6:30 PM – 7:00 PM \nNovember 14\n7:15 PM – 7:45 PM \nLocation: Newton Recreation Centre\nFree registration. To register contact Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/international-student-program-swim-to-survive/
LOCATION:Newton Recreation Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T182721Z
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SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions \nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person \nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey-2/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T033025Z
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SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T184724Z
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SUMMARY:English Language Learning Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Practice reading and speaking English! We will discuss a different book or short story every month in a friendly group setting! \nThis program is open to all English language levels. Books are available when you sign up. \nThere are various dates and locations for the English Language Learning Book Club. To learn more\, click here 
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/english-language-learning-book-club/
LOCATION:Surrey Libraries\, Surrey\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241010T175458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T213050Z
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SUMMARY:International Student Program – Cooking Basic Course!
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Newcomers Ages 19+\nThe focus of this program is to introduce students to local recreation programs. The Cooking Basics course covers essential food skills and food security topics. Upon completing one cooking class\, participants will be eligible to sign up for a free FoodSafe level 1 course. \nClass Dates:\nRegister for one of the following time frames: 3:30–5:30 PM or 6:00–8:00 PM \nNovember 12\nNovember 26 \nLocation: Newton Seniors Centre\nFree registration. To register contact Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/international-student-program-cookings-basic-course-5/
LOCATION:Newton Seniors Centre
ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Jang":MAILTO:Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241030T221345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T221713Z
UID:10000156-1731067200-1731070800@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program is now accepting applications for the Fall cohort\, which starts Dec 9\, 2024. \nQuick facts and highlights about the program: \n\nSince 2019\, the Aspire program has been supporting self-defined refugee women in the community to jump-start a meaningful career in Canada\nAverage program outcome 89%\nLanguage support for low LINC Spanish\, Arabic\, Farsi\, Dari speaking participants\nHybrid program\, participants can join from anywhere in BC\nWe have a customized approach for every program participant preparing for the labour market and connect them for employment in their respective fields with WorkBC wage subsidy\, connect them to industry professionals with similar occupations\, match skilled volunteering/internship opportunities\, provide one-on-one career advising for maximum 20 weeks and provide mentoring support.\nCUATE Ukrainian women are eligible to participate in the ASPIRE program\n\nWe have limited spots available for the December cohort. \nHere is the SharePoint application form link: https://forms.office.com/r/72gEFrsat8 \nIf you would like to know more about the program\, please join our Bi-Weekly online info session on ZOOM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/ywca-aspire-employment-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241108T175203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T175203Z
UID:10000183-1731052800-1731085200@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Capacity Development Lab: Strengthening Your Organization
DESCRIPTION:Lab Outline\n\n\n\n\nCapacity Development Lab is a blend of in-class learning and expert consulting. Our non-profit clients have seen transformative benefits through this guided self-assessment process. Members of our consulting team will work with you to build a Capacity Enhancement Plan for your organization. \nWe define capacity as the health of your organization in five areas:​ \n\nPrograms​\nGovernance​\nBusiness model​\nManagement​\nAdministrative Systems​\n\nSuggested participants: A few team members who want to conduct a deep review of your organization. This can include senior staff (Executive Directors\, CEOs\, general managers\, etc.) and non-profit board members. \nImportant note! Capacity Development Lab includes space for up to four individuals from your organization to participate. We recommend having your executive director (or most senior staff person) and one board member participate for the entire program. The additional spots can be alternated with different staff or board members for specific sessions\, depending on the topic relevance. \n\n\n\nLab Outcomes\n\n\n\n\nBy the end of this lab\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the seven stages of your organization’s lifecycle.​\nAssess the five areas of your organizational capacity (programs\, management\, governance\, systems\, and financial resources).​\nGet clarity on your organizational development activities that offer the greatest impact.​\nDevelop a detailed organizational capacity enhancement plan.\n\n\n\nRegistration Details\n\n\n\n\nCapacity Development Lab is a three-month guided self-assessment process that blends virtual learning sessions with consultant advisory support between sessions. \nApplication Deadline: 2 weeks before the start date \nBursary Application Deadline: 1 month before the start date \nLocation: Online/Virtual \nCost: $2999 Non-Members | $2699 Members
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/capacity-development-lab-strengthening-your-organization/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241002T032907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T033025Z
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SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-11-07/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241010T172125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T172125Z
UID:10000134-1730912400-1730923200@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:International Student Program - Introduction to Weightlifting!
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Newcomers Ages 19+ \nThe focus of this program is to introduce students to local recreation programs. The Intro to Weightlifting course covers an introduction to weightlifting\, weight room etiquette\, and helpful tips for body weight exercises you can try at home. There will be a 1-hour class & 1-hour free time in the fitness centre. \nClass Dates:\nNovember 6\nNovember 21\nDecember 4 \nLocation: Newton Recreation Centre\nFree registration. To register contact Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/international-student-program-introduction-to-weightlifting-2/
LOCATION:Newton Recreation Centre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Jang":MAILTO:Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241017T173630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T173708Z
UID:10000151-1730894400-1730898000@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Info Sessions: Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses
DESCRIPTION:KPU is offering the Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses (PCIEN) course on the Richmond campus from January 7 to April 10\, 2025. \nPlease note: PCIEN is a free course for eligible participants!\nPCIEN is a performance-based course designed to assist internationally educated nurses improve communication for entry into professional practice; expand health and idiomatic vocabulary; and increase understanding of culturally expected behaviors of the Canadian health care system. \nHighlights of the PCIEN course:\n• Communication practice (language and behavior) of role-plays: clients\, families and health teams\n• Filming of rehearsed and unrehearsed role-plays\n• Use of standardized patients/actors\n• Feedback and self-reflection\n• Written assignments\n• Co-taught by KPU English Language Studies Instructor and Nursing Instructor\n• Access to KPU facilities and student services (Library\, The Learning Centre\, Counselling and Advising); and\, Trans link’s UPASS. \nWho is eligible?\n• Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, Convention Refugee\n• Occupational certification as an RN\, LPN or RPN from source country\n• Meet language requirements (IELTS 6 or CLBPT 6.5\, Duolingo 95\, or equivalent) *\n• Ability to commit to the full course over 13 weeks \n*Individuals who do not fully meet the language requirements may be considered with permission of the instructor. \nCourse dates: January 7 to April 10 2025\nTuesdays and Thursdays (in person at KPU Richmond) 6:30-9:30 pm + Wednesdays (online) 6:30-9:30 pm \nMore Information\nFor more information about PCIEN or to receive the registration forms please contact KPU.\n• Email: PCIEN@kpu.ca\n• Telephone: 604-599-2321\n• Website: PCIEN
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/info-sessions-introduction-to-professional-communication-for-internationally-educated-nurses-2/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="KPU":MAILTO:PCIEN@kpu.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241002T032907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T033025Z
UID:10000018-1730885400-1730892600@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241010T173641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T213107Z
UID:10000141-1730829600-1730836800@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:International Student Program – Cooking Basic Course!
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Newcomers Ages 19+\nThe focus of this program is to introduce students to local recreation programs. The Cooking Basics course covers essential food skills and food security topics. Upon completing one cooking class\, participants will be eligible to sign up for a free FoodSafe level 1 course. \nClass Dates:\nRegister for one of the following time frames: 3:30–5:30 PM or 6:00–8:00 PM\nNovember 5th\nNovember 12\nNovember 26 \nLocation: Newton Seniors Centre\nFree registration. To register contact Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/international-student-program-cookings-basic-course-4/
LOCATION:Newton Seniors Centre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Jang":MAILTO:Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241030T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T170955Z
UID:10000155-1730817000-1730822400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to systemic discrimination: An educational session from BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what systemic discrimination is? Or what its impacts are? And what you can do about it? \nJoin the free 90-minute session to learn about how systems in our workplaces\, organizations and communities can create barriers and harms for certain groups. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nidentify some key elements of systemic discrimination\nexplain systemic and interpersonal discrimination\nunderstand the impacts of systemic discrimination\nidentify who is impacted by systemic discrimination\nidentify where systemic discrimination happens\nnotice systemic discrimination their daily lives\nbegin reflecting on actions they might take*\n\nDate: Tuesday\, November 5\, 2024 \nTime: 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. PST \nMethod: Virtual\, via Zoom video conferencing \nHow to join the event: \n\nPlease register (https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_im3eNa9AQeWRlqf-SAsgxg(opens in a new window)); or\,\nPlease contact engagement@bchumanrights.ca to register.
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/introduction-to-systemic-discrimination-an-educational-session-from-bcs-office-of-the-human-rights-commissioner/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241104T195342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T200156Z
UID:10000177-1730800800-1730806200@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Haven Program: Resume and Job Search Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the FREE Resume and Job Search Online Workshop! \nWhen: November 5th\, 2024\, 10 am – 11:30 am \nWhere: Online by Zoom \n\nWhere to look for a job\nHow to build an effective resume\nCover letter focus\nJob application process\n\nThis program is for newcomer women who are Refugee Claimants (those who have made a claim for protection) Asylum Seekers (those who have not yet made a claim for protection. \nLanguage support will be offered in English\, Spanish\, Farsi and Arabic. \nPre-registration is required. Click here: 2024-2025 PIRS Safe Haven Workshops Pre-Registration Form \nContact: \nNahed (Arabic) nkhalil@pirs.bc.ca\nZarmina (Farsi/Dari) zali@pirs.bc.ca\nBettina (Spanish) bdavalos@pirs.bc.ca\nPhone: 604.298.5888 (ext 832)
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/safe-haven-program-resume-and-job-search-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241031T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241002T032907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T033025Z
UID:10000017-1730367000-1730374200@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-10-31/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241017T173340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T173744Z
UID:10000150-1730314800-1730318400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Info Sessions: Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses
DESCRIPTION:KPU is offering the Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses (PCIEN) course on the Richmond campus from January 7 to April 10\, 2025. \nPlease note: PCIEN is a free course for eligible participants!\nPCIEN is a performance-based course designed to assist internationally educated nurses improve communication for entry into professional practice; expand health and idiomatic vocabulary; and increase understanding of culturally expected behaviors of the Canadian health care system. \nHighlights of the PCIEN course:\n• Communication practice (language and behavior) of role-plays: clients\, families and health teams\n• Filming of rehearsed and unrehearsed role-plays\n• Use of standardized patients/actors\n• Feedback and self-reflection\n• Written assignments\n• Co-taught by KPU English Language Studies Instructor and Nursing Instructor\n• Access to KPU facilities and student services (Library\, The Learning Centre\, Counselling and Advising); and\, Trans link’s UPASS. \nWho is eligible?\n• Canadian citizen\, Permanent Resident\, Convention Refugee\n• Occupational certification as an RN\, LPN or RPN from source country\n• Meet language requirements (IELTS 6 or CLBPT 6.5\, Duolingo 95\, or equivalent) *\n• Ability to commit to the full course over 13 weeks \n*Individuals who do not fully meet the language requirements may be considered with permission of the instructor. \nCourse dates: January 7 to April 10 2025\nTuesdays and Thursdays (in person at KPU Richmond) 6:30-9:30 pm + Wednesdays (online) 6:30-9:30 pm \nMore Information\nFor more information about PCIEN or to receive the registration forms please contact KPU.\n• Email: PCIEN@kpu.ca\n• Telephone: 604-599-2321\n• Website: PCIEN
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/info-sessions-introduction-to-professional-communication-for-internationally-educated-nurses/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241002T032907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T033025Z
UID:10000016-1730280600-1730287800@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-10-30/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241010T173418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T213126Z
UID:10000140-1730224800-1730232000@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:International Student Program – Cooking Basic Course!
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Newcomers Ages 19+\nThe focus of this program is to introduce students to local recreation programs. The Cooking Basics course covers essential food skills and food security topics. Upon completing one cooking class\, participants will be eligible to sign up for a free FoodSafe level 1 course. \nClass Dates:\nRegister for one of the following time frames: 3:30–5:30 PM or 6:00–8:00 PM\nOctober 29th\nNovember 5th\nNovember 12\nNovember 26 \nLocation: Newton Seniors Centre\nFree registration. To register contact Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/international-student-program-cookings-basic-course-3/
LOCATION:Newton Seniors Centre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Jang":MAILTO:Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241007T214942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T215147Z
UID:10000132-1729940400-1729958400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:2024 Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2024 Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo. The Black Business Expo is a full-day event hosted by the Yoruba Social and Cultural Association of BC in partnership with the Surrey Board of Trade. \nThis is an opportunity for Black Business Owners to showcase their products and/or services to an audience of 300+ guests – both consumers and business representatives and make valuable connections. \nDoor prizes are drawn every hour! \nATTENDEE ADMISSION IS FREE. RSVP here. \n\nDate & Time: October 26th 2024 by 11am-4pm Vancouver PDT\nVenue: Surrey City Hall\, 13450 104 Ave\, Surrey\, BC V3T 1V8
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/2024-metro-vancouver-black-business-expo/
LOCATION:Surrey City Hall\, 13450 - 104 Avenue\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3T 1V8\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241010T171931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T171931Z
UID:10000133-1729789200-1729800000@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:International Student Program - Introduction to Weightlifting!
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Newcomers Ages 19+ \nThe focus of this program is to introduce students to local recreation programs. The Intro to Weightlifting course covers an introduction to weightlifting\, weight room etiquette\, and helpful tips for body weight exercises you can try at home. There will be a 1-hour class & 1-hour free time in the fitness centre. \nClass Dates:\nOctober 24th\nNovember 6\nNovember 21\nDecember 4 \nLocation: Newton Recreation Centre\nFree registration. To register contact Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/international-student-program-introduction-to-weightlifting/
LOCATION:Newton Recreation Centre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Jang":MAILTO:Danielle.jang@surrey.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052414
CREATED:20241002T032907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T033025Z
UID:10000015-1729762200-1729769400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Community Event: Community English Class for Women in Surrey
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nSessions\nPIRS offers online and in-person Community English classes. Find a time and location that works for you\, then contact the person listed for that session. You may call\, email or apply using the button provided. \nIn-Person\nOur in-person sessions allow you to practice everyday conversation face-to-face. We also provide \n\nChildren’s program at the same time\nOutreach support\nBus tickets\n\nSeptember 25 – November 28\, 2024\nWednesdays & Thursdays\n9:30 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/community-event-community-english-class-for-women-in-surrey/2024-10-24/
LOCATION:Surrey Alliance Church\, 13474 96 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3V 1Y9\, Canada
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