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SUMMARY:Volunteering on (Non-Profit) Boards: Why and How to Join a Board
DESCRIPTION:Become a Board member of a non-profit organization! \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about what it means to be a non-profit board member and how you can contribute in a meaningful way – to benefit both you and your community! \n\n\n\n\nVolunteering on (Non-Profit) Boards: Why and How to Join a Board workshop is designed specifically to help people from equity seeking groups\, such as people with disabilities\, people from Black and Indigenous communities and People of Colour\, and newcomers to Canada to build skills\, knowledge and confidence to participate in non-profit boards. \n\n\n\n\nIn this half-day workshop\, you will learn how to engage as a volunteer in your community\, which types of non-profit organizations work in British Columbia\, different structures\, types of non-profit leadership and decision making\, and what it means to be a Board member. \n\n\n\n\nVantage Point offers this workshop for free to individuals in BC with no or limited (less than one year) experience in non-profit board governance\, who are able to participate in English\, and who identify as one or more of the following:\n• Youth (aged 18-35)\n• Indigenous\n• Black\n• Person of colour\n• Person with disability\n• 2SLGBTQIA+\n• Newcomers to Canada \n\nLearn more here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/volunteering-on-non-profit-boards-why-and-how-to-join-a-board/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250224T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Incorporating Art in the Work with Children – Expressive Arts Therapy to Support Neurodivergent Newcomer Children
DESCRIPTION:Expressive arts therapy has shown benefits for children across various developmental stages\, as well as neurodiverse children who may struggle with traditional classroom settings and communication barriers. It allows for self-expression without the need for words\, reduces overstimulation\, and soothes the nervous systems\, encourages creativity and collaboration\, and provides a calming and structured activity that empowers children to utilize their creativity and build on their strengths. \nThis workshop will examine the advantages of expressive arts therapy that can be applied to newcomer children from early years to school age\, who face unique challenges due to the complex emotions that may arise during their journey of settling into a new community or school. It will be an opportunity for those who work with newcomer children in the settlement sector to learn about how incorporating art and concepts of expressive arts therapy can support their work. \nAs there will be experiential pieces in this workshop\, we invite you to prepare the following basic art materials if you wish to participate in the activities:\n• Paper for writing or a journal\n• Pens/pencils for writing\n• Basic art materials (paper\, pastels\, markers\, pencil crayons) \n  \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/workshop-incorporating-art-in-the-work-with-children-expressive-arts-therapy-to-support-neurodivergent-newcomer-children/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241030T231748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231748Z
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SUMMARY:YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program! \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\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-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241107T000847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T000847Z
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SUMMARY:Board Fundamentals: Succession and Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:To maintain a committed team of qualified directors is one of the board’s biggest challenges.\nIn this  workshop\, you will learn to move beyond recruiting the average applicant by creating a strategic framework to identify\, recruit\, engage\, and develop the talents of current and future board members. \n\n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\nBy the end of this session you will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify board member competencies and attributes required for an organization to succeed\nRecognize the importance of diversity in building an effective board\nDevelop processes to recruit\, onboard\, and develop board members\n\n\n\n\n\nSuggested Participants:\nBoard members\, Board Chairs\, and Executive Directors/CEOs who are looking to create or improve the succession and recruitment plans for their board. \n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Benefits:\n\n\n\n\n\nInsights from the experiences and approaches of other non-profit leaders\nA refresher on why succession plans are important\nCatch up on current onboarding practices in the sector\n\nTo register\, click here 
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/board-fundamentals-succession-and-recruitment/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250131T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241030T231555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231555Z
UID:10000163-1738324800-1738328400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program! \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\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-7/2025-01-31/2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250131T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241030T231555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231555Z
UID:10000162-1738310400-1738342800@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program! \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\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-7/2025-01-31/1/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20250117T205206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T210701Z
UID:10000235-1738173600-1738180800@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers: Understanding and Overcoming Islamophobia
DESCRIPTION:DIVERSEcity is proud to present the “Together Against Hate” series of workshops\, bringing together diverse community members and partners\, including Indigenous partners\, to foster authentic and courageous conversations about racism and hate. We want to encourage cultural exchange\, build collective resilience and strengthen capacity for creating a more inclusive and united future. \nBreaking Barriers: Understanding and Overcoming Islamophobia\nHeld in recognition of the 2017 Quebec Mosque Attack\, unpacks the roots of Islamophobia and its impacts. Participants will gain tools to address misconceptions\, challenge stereotypes and strengthen allyship within their communities. This session will equip you to tackle Islamophobia by addressing personal and systemic biases and build bridges of understanding across diverse communities. \nTo learn more and register\, click here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/breaking-barriers-understanding-and-overcoming-islamophobia/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241107T000259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T000259Z
UID:10000179-1737622800-1737633600@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Advanced Governance: Strategic & Generative Conversations​
DESCRIPTION:Move beyond fiduciary checklists and tap into the collective insights\, experience and creativity of your board through generative and strategic conversations.​ \n\n\n\n\nDrawing on the Governance as Leadership framework\, this workshop will provide you with a strong foundation to shift the focus of your board conversations toward the issues that really matter. Learn how to incorporate generative and strategic conversations into your board culture\, gain tools to work towards consensus decision making\, and transform the impact of your board conversations. \n\n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\nBy the end of this workshop\, you will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\nDescribe the three modes of governance.\nIdentify important fiduciary\, strategic\, and generative questions to discuss as a board.\nImplement meetings tools that support complicated and complex conversations at the board table.\n\n\n\n\n\nSuggested Participants:\nBoard members and senior staff (for example\, Executive Directors/CEOs\, Managing Directors or Operations Managers) who want to see fresh governance perspectives on their board.​ \n\n\n\n\nNote: Participants are encouraged to attend Board Fundamentals: Roles & Responsibilities (or equivalent) before taking this workshop. \n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Benefits:\n\n\n\n\n\nA creative space to discuss and address how board conversations could be.\nSigns that indicate to your board an opportunity to engage in a generative conversation.\nReflection around how to create more space in meetings for generative and strategic thought.\n\nTo register\, click here 
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/advanced-governance-strategic-generative-conversations/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241108T173014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T173014Z
UID:10000181-1737464400-1737475200@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Vantage Point - Leadership Principles Lab (Spring 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Lab Outline\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Principles strengthens your individual leadership skills and personal attributes to positively impact the effectiveness of your organization.​ \nThis 3-day lab is a unique professional development offering for non-profit leaders seeking to increase self-awareness and learn about values-based leadership.​ \nSuggested participants: \nYou are an ideal candidate if you:​ \n\nare currently working in the non-profit sector and thinking about how to create a more meaningful. experience for yourself and others​\nare responsible for leading individuals and teams to deliver results​.\nare hoping to take on further leadership responsibilities in your career​.\n\n\nSchedule: \nTuesday\, January 21\, 2025 | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm PT \nTuesday\, January 28\, 2025 | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm PT \nTuesday\, February 4\, 2025 | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm PT \n\n  \nLearn more here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/vantage-point-leadership-principles-lab-spring-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20250107T201054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T201054Z
UID:10000229-1737460800-1737464400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Reaching the Fabulous Zone: Beating Burnout Together
DESCRIPTION:Join Vikki for an insightful webinar that delves into the nuances of vicarious trauma and burnout\, exploring how the spiritual and ethical challenges of our work impact our well-being and our ability to uphold dignity and social justice for our clients. We’ll differentiate Collective Care from traditional self-care\, emphasizing the importance of community support in our resilience journey. Together\, we’ll examine the power of hope and challenge the patronizing self-care advice often given to workers. \nThis session will provide a client-centered approach to resisting burnout\, advocating for compassionate treatment of ourselves and our colleagues. By the end\, participants will be inspired to step into The Zone of Fabulousness\, a state of fulfillment and resilience in their professional lives. Learning Outcomes: Distinguish between vicarious trauma and burnout\, including associated spiritual and ethical pain. Understand Collective Care and its role in preventing workplace burnout. \nExplore hope’s significance and ways to nurture a positive outlook. Develop client-centered strategies to resist burnout through compassionate care. Discover practical tools to achieve fulfillment in ‘The Zone of Fabulousness’. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/reaching-the-fabulous-zone-beating-burnout-together/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241030T231432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231432Z
UID:10000161-1737115200-1737118800@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program! \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\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-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241106T231133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T001515Z
UID:10000178-1736946000-1736956800@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Board Fundamentals: Roles & Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:Engage your board and align their work with organizational values and vision. \n\n\n\n\nA highly effective and engaged board has clarity around roles\, responsibilities and aligns their work and performance with organizational values and vision.​ In this workshop\, you will learn or refresh your knowledge on non-profit board member essentials.​ \n\n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\nCome away from this workshop with the ability to: \n\n\n\n\n\nDefine the responsibilities of board members.\nDescribe the three modes of governance.\nDescribe practices that build effective boards.\nLearn new tools that support good governance (e.g. consent agendas\, board calendars).\n\n\n\n\n\nSuggested Participants:\nAll non-profit boards and leaders. \n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Benefits:\n\n\n\n\n\nConfidence to carry out your role as a board member.\nClarity on the roles of board members vs. the roles of staff and operational volunteers.\nAn inclusive space to review and reflect on what it means to be a board member.\n\nTo register\, click here 
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/vantage-point-board-fundamentals-roles-responsibilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090922
CREATED:20241030T230212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231038Z
UID:10000160-1735905600-1735909200@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program! \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\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-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241030T225756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T225756Z
UID:10000159-1734696000-1734699600@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program! \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\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-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241120T221714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T221714Z
UID:10000207-1734094800-1734098400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Stories of Impact Virtual Screening!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the virtual screening of our newcomer storytelling project! \nOur “Stories of Impact” video storytelling project celebrates the diverse and vibrant stories of newcomer immigrants in Surrey\, BC. Filmed in collaboration with Surrey Libraries and Library Champions\, these inspiring short films delve into the stories of five immigrants (from India\, Middle East\, Africa and South America)who have overcome adversity to build fulfilling lives in Surrey. \nIn the film\, each storyteller shares their personal journey\, with the hope of inspiring belonging and inclusion\, while celebrating Surrey’s diverse tapestry of cultures. Join us for an inspiring event! Please register to save your spot! \nRegister here 
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/stories-of-impact-virtual-screening/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Surrey Local Immigration Partnership":MAILTO:surreylip@dcrs.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241119T182649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T182707Z
UID:10000206-1733491800-1733497200@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Learn about provincial health insurance in BC (Webinar in Farsi)
DESCRIPTION:Join this workshop to learn about provincial health insurance in BC. \nTopics will include: \n\nMedical Services Plan\nFair Pharmacare\nRegular Premium Assistance\nBC Healthy Kids\nTele-Health\nQuestion & Answer Time\n\nPlease click the link here to register
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/learn-about-provincial-health-insurance-in-bc-webinar-in-farsi/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241030T222440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T222440Z
UID:10000158-1733486400-1733490000@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-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241031T174301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T174301Z
UID:10000168-1733216400-1733220000@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:National Bilingual Roundtable: Barriers and Solutions to Accessible Housing
DESCRIPTION:In honor of International Day for People with Disabilities\, OCASI’s Accessibility Initiative is hosting a national and bilingual roundtable on Accessible Housing. As the housing crisis affects communities nationwide\, individuals with disabilities face unique and complex barriers to securing safe\, affordable\, and accessible housing. This roundtable will bring together experts\, advocates\, and community members to discuss innovative solutions and drive meaningful change toward inclusive housing. \nBy joining\, you’ll contribute to the following key objectives: \n• Identifying Practical Solutions: Share and explore innovative\, real-life strategies to make housing more accessible for all.\n• Advocating for Policy Change: Discuss current policy gaps and collaborate on actionable recommendations for policymakers\, ensuring accessible housing becomes a nationwide priority.\n• Building Community and Connections: Connect with others passionate about accessibility and join forces to advance inclusive housing solutions.\n• Empowering Voices of Experience: Learn from people with lived experience to understand the true impact of inaccessible housing and shape responses that address real needs. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/national-bilingual-roundtable-barriers-and-solutions-to-accessible-housing/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241114T223939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T223939Z
UID:10000198-1732701600-1732712400@www.surreylip.ca
SUMMARY:Shaping the Future: Addressing Gender-Based Violence\, the SDGs\, and Canada’s Path Forward Mothers Matter Centre
DESCRIPTION:Join our webinar to explore the critical connection between sustainable development and GBV prevention and the role of gender equality in shaping Canada’s future. Bringing together GBV prevention activists\, SDG experts\, and policy advocates\, we will learn about existing GBV prevention strategies\, promising practices\, and ongoing challenges in the field. \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://www.surreylip.ca/event/shaping-the-future-addressing-gender-based-violence-the-sdgs-and-canadas-path-forward-mothers-matter-centre/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241030T222136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T222136Z
UID:10000157-1732276800-1732280400@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-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241118T194436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T194436Z
UID:10000201-1732127400-1732131000@www.surreylip.ca
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241101T163118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T163118Z
UID:10000170-1732021200-1732024800@www.surreylip.ca
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
CREATED:20241104T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T200248Z
UID:10000175-1731924000-1731929400@www.surreylip.ca
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:20241108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
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:20260526T090923
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:20241105T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T090923
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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