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| [Aug] Tri-Cities Community Events, Newcomer Jobs and Settlement Resource & More |
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This newsletter connects newcomers and service providers to community resources, events and initiatives that support newcomer inclusion and participation in the Tri-Cities.
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THIS ISSUE INCLUDES
Events & Community Information | Career Resources for Newcomers | Settlement Information | Volunteer Opportunities | Immigration Research & News Publications
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Toll-free Racist Incident Helpline "People in B.C. who witness or experience a racist incident can now call a new helpline to receive trauma-informed, culturally appropriate support in more than 240 languages.
The Racist Incident Helpline is a toll-free, accessible service established in partnership with United Way BC 211. The helpline was created for people who have been subjected to discrimination based on the colour of their skin, culture,
ethnicity or place of origin.
Callers will receive support and guidance, which could include referrals to local community support services, such as counselling or help with reporting to law enforcement."
☎️The Racist Incident Helpline is available by dialing (toll-free) 1 833 457-5463 (1 833 HLP-LINE).
This helpline is operational on weekdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and outside of these hours, callers can leave a voicemail with contact information for a call back. The helpline is not intended to replace emergency services. People in need of immediate assistance should call 911.
To learn more about the Racist Incident Helpline and access it in different languages, please
click here.
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| Summer Concert Series –Sebastian Gaskin
Fri, August 16| 7:00pm - 9:00pm| Blue Mountain Park, 975 King Albert Ave, Coquitlam, BC V3J 1X4
Join Coquitlam’s Summer Concert Series, which showcases a different genre of music each night. Kick-back and relax while enjoying live local talent playing a mix of original songs and well-known favorites. On August 16, do not miss Sebastian Gaskin, whose music lends itself to a bold intuition and gut instinct. At once, it conjures the timeless spirit of Bill Withers and the musical virtuosity of John Mayer, with the mischievous wordplay of Post Malone and Pro Era.
The concert is free to attend and offer food trucks on-site to grab a bite to eat while enjoying the show.
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| International Overdose Awareness Day
Sat, August 31| 11:00am - 3:00pm| Blue Mountain Park, 975 King Albert Ave, Coquitlam BC V3J 7A3Join Tri-Cities Community Action Team for the "International Overdose Awareness Day: Creative Expression of Social Justice."
The event focus will be arts of all sorts, a creative expression of social justice. There will be artists showcasing their artwork in many different mediums. The themes of the art will be around mental health, stigma, and substance use or misuse. There will be live artists as well, and a community engagement project. Along with the artists, service providers will be coming out to hand out resources, offer onsite naloxone training, open up discussions and educate those around harm reduction, and break down stigmas surrounding.
This event is free, and no registration is required.
Tri-Cities Community Action Team is also looking for artists and service providers to sign up and participate in this event. If you are a service
provider whose services focus on mental health/substance use and/or you are a local artist who has been impacted by this crisis in some way, consider signing up for this event by
clicking here.
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Nominations are Now Open for the 2024 Port Moody Civic Awards The Civic Awards are presented bi-annually to deserving people, organizations, and businesses that have made significant contributions to the community in six categories: accessibility, arts, climate action, environment, heritage, and sport. Port Moody Committees accept and review nominations and make award recommendations to Council. Nominations will be accepted until Friday, September 20,
2024.
Nominations can be submitted by anyone, and they should be made without the nominee(s) being informed of the nomination, and the confidentiality of the nominations should always be maintained. Nominations can be made for any of the following awards: Peter Hulbert Accessibility Award, Arts Award, Climate Action Award, Environmental Award, Heritage Award, Sports Award (Adults).
For more information about the Civic Awards and nominations, please
click here.
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Careers in Manufacturing
Tue, August 6| 3:00pm - 4:30pm| Online
Join ISS of BC in this workshop to learn about the manufacturing industry, explore diverse career opportunities, and learn successful application tips. You will also gain insights into Fit Foods, a leading company in the field, and have the chance to connect with Priscilla, their People & Culture
Coordinator.Register
here!
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Career Café: Steps to Succeed as an Office/Administrative Assistant
Thu, August 8| 1:00pm - 3:00pm| Online
Join ISS of BC for an online mentoring session to gain valuable insights from a Talent Acquisitions Specialist on how to become a successful Administrative Assistant in
Canada.Register here!
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Physician Recruitment: Emergency Physicians Virtual Connect
Tue, August 13| 7:30am - 8:30am| Online
Join Fraser Health for a virtual event for emergency physicians. This event will provide an opportunity to connect and engage in discussions with leaders in the field. Gain an understanding of the dynamic practices and explore opportunities at Fraser Health’s 12 hospital
sites.Register here!
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Job Search Strategies
Thu, August 22| 2:00pm - 3:30pm| Online
Join the Coquitlam Public Library in partnership with WorkBC Center for a virtual presentation to learn about job search strategies. Job search can be overwhelming – where do you start? How do you focus your efforts? At this workshop, WorkBC will answer all those questions and more, by helping you set SMART goals in creative ways and exploring how to effectively manage your
time. Register here!
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Recredentialing for Internationally Trained Teachers
Wed, August 28| 5:30pm - 6:30pm| Online
Join the Global Talent Loans Program at ISS of BC for a webinar that will address general requirements for teacher certification. The webinar is useful for internationally trained teachers who are looking to certify here in BC as well as anyone else who may be looking to complete a teacher education program here in BC to get into the teaching
profession. Register here!
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| Family law in BC and Will & Power of Attorney - Farsi
Wed, August 7 |2:00pm - 4:00pm| Online
Join ISS of BC for a workshop presented by an experienced family and Immigration Lawyer, Ferhad Sean Amiri, Juris Doctor (J.D.) in Farsi.
For more information and registration, please contact Abdul Samim at 236-688-8275 or abdul.samim@issbc.org.
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| Canada Revenue Agency Presentation for Newcomers - Farsi
Thu, August 8 |11:00am - 1:00pm| 258-3020 Lincoln Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4 or Online
Join ISS of BC in this presentation to learn about Canada Revenue Agency. In this presentation, you will learn:
- Canada's tax system.
- Benefits and credits you could get.
- How to keep getting your payments.
- Services and tools.
- The underground economy.
- How to avoid scams.
For registration, please contact Helia Arefkia at 778-372-6525 or Helia.Arefkia@issbc.org.
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| Self-Care & Well-Being - Arabic
Sat, August 10 |11:00am - 1:00pm| 258- 3020 Lincoln Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4
As people often lead busy lives filled with stress and challenges, causing them to overlook self-care and well-being, ISS invites you to join this workshop to learn about these two important concepts. This session will cover:
- What is Self-Care & What it's not Self-Care?
- Why is Self-Care Important?
- The different types of Self Care.
- Where to Start? & Some of examples of Self-Care.
To register, please contact Huda Bolow at 778-229-4371 or huda.bolow@issbc.org.
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| Conversation & Connection
Mon, August 12 |6:30pm - 8:00pm| Coquitlam Public Library, 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 0Y1 (City Center Branch - Room 127)Join the Coquitlam Public Library for a new Conversation and Connection session titled "Master the Art of Conversation: Start and Hold Meaningful Talks."
Conversation and Connection sessions are designed to teach you some fundamental skills of effective communication and also provide a safe, friendly space to practice these skills so that you can have more meaningful conversations and create deeper connections with others. This is an advanced communication workshop to help you become a more effective communicator as you continue attending each
session.Register here!
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| Finding Your Major Free Webinar for Korean Immigrant Students
Thu, August 22| 6:30pm - 8:30pm| Online
Join ISS of BC for a workshop in Korean to learn about finding your major as an immigrant student. In this session, you will learn:- How to unlock opportunities through mentorship.
- How volunteering can effectively help you find your academic focus.
- The importance of fascination over passion.
To register, please contact Isabel Lee at 778-372-6550 or isabel.lee@issbc.org.
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| Power of Attorney & Will - Arabic
Sat, August 24| 11:00am - 1:00pm| 258-3020 Lincoln Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 6B4
Join ISS of BC for a workshop on the power of attorney and will. This session will discuss:
- What is the Powers of Attorney?
- The types of the Powers of Attorney.
- A power of attorney is different from a Will.
- A will is a legal document.
- Prepare a will and File a will notice.
To register, please contact Huda Bolow at 778-229-4371 or huda.bolow@issbc.org.
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Front Desk Assistant
The Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program (ISIP) at S.U.C.C.E.S.S. is currently looking for a Front Desk Assistant to perform the following responsibilities:
- Front Desk support.
- Greeting walk-in clients and visitors.
- Answering phone, directing calls.
- Helping clients register for workshops, classes or events.
- Promoting programs and services.
- Assisting Program Assistants with administrative tasks when needed.
- If you speak Farsi, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Arabic, or Ukrainian, consider applying for this volunteer position.
For more information about qualifications, time commitment, and application,
please click here.
| Sandwich Outreach Volunteer
The Sandwich Outreach Volunteer with Low Entropy is an opportunity to extend a helping hand and an empathetic ear to the homeless community, fostering relationships built on trust and understanding. As part of a dedicated team of compassionate volunteers, engage directly with homeless individuals, establishing genuine connections. The primary objective is to build a foundation of trust, paving the way for open dialogues and a better understanding of the unique challenges faced by the homeless community. Responsibilities for this volunteer position include:
- Distributing food and water/drinks.
- Handing out other essential items such as blankets/rain gear.
- Providing information and guidance on local housing resources and services.
For more information and application, please
click here.
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SAF-HAVN Program
The BC Services and Assistance for Humanitarian and Vulnerable Newcomers he CONNECT program provides case management and support services to refugee claimants, asylum seekers, and others who arrive in BC through specific humanitarian streams. Eligible clients receive assistance with immigration and settlement, labor market services, formal and informal language learning, access to emergency housing and counselling. Service areas include Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge, and Pitt Meadows. This program offers services in different languages: Arabic, Dari, Farsi, French, Hindi, Kirundi, Pashto, Spanish, Swahili, Ukrainian, and Urdu.
Who is it for?
- Refugee Claimants for most services.
- Asylum Seekers for some services.
- Other Humanitarian Pathways including individuals in Canada:
- Palestinian nationals affected by the crisis in Gaza;
- Foreign nationals affected by the conflict in Sudan;
- Colombian, Haitian and Venezuelan nationals with family.
Service Areas:
- Settlement and Immigration - Claims submission, Healthcare, Childcare.
- Labour Market Services - Job Search, Employment Counselling, Resume Writing, Short-term certificate training.
- Language Support - Assessment, Workplace and English Training.
- Housing Search Assistance.
- Clinical Counselling.
Frequently asked questions:
- How much does it cost? Or is it free? It is free, and clients can join at no cost.
- Where will the activities/ employment training/ English classes take place? Hybrid mode. In-person for some community events, workshops and short-term certifications and over Zoom for some online classes.
- How do I register? Please register by filling out the registration form to be contacted by one of the case managers accordingly.
To register for this program, please
click here.
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Civic Opportunities for Newcomers: Networking and Engaging Communities Together (CONNECT)
The CONNECT program at MOSAIC is an opportunity for racialized immigrants and newcomers to participate in social and civic engagement activities, such as community engagement sessions and regional collaboration groups. This program aims to enhance interaction and dialogue among diverse community groups, increasing knowledge and practical skills of immigrants related to active social and community involvement. It also supports communities in confronting racism and discrimination, promoting intercultural and interfaith understanding, and fostering equitable opportunities to participate fully in the Canadian society.
Participants in this program can choose to take part in one or multiple activities. To find out more, check the eligibility criteria, and apply, please
click here.
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Young BC Newcomers to Lead Nature Walks For Their Communities
Young newcomers in British Columbia, supported by the BC Parks Foundation's Spark Fund, have been leading nature walks in their communities this summer. These initiatives, organized by groups like MOSAIC, aim to connect refugees and immigrants with nature, enhancing well-being and fostering community bonds. Participants will receive training as Green Ambassadors, allowing them to lead activities and educate others on outdoor safety and park etiquette in multiple languages. This program highlights the resilience and adaptability of newcomers, providing them with opportunities to engage and thrive in their new environment.
To learn more,
please click here.
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Podcast: BE ANTIRACIST with Ibram X. Kendi
"Be Antiracist" envisions an antiracist society and explores how everyone can contribute to its creation. Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, the author of "How to Be an Antiracist," a book that ignited a national dialogue on redefining antiracism, hosts this podcast. He offers guidance on recognizing and dismantling the racist systems that underpin racial inequity and injustice. Joined by prominent guests, Dr. Kendi continues his mission to build a just and equitable world and proposes how everyone can help create it with him.
To access the podcast,
please click
here.
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Anti-Racism Awareness Course
The Anti-Racism Awareness course, offered by the Faculty of Education's Professional Development & Community Engagement department at the University of British Columbia, is a free program that systematically explores implicit and explicit forms of historic, systemic, and institutional racism, as well as their colonial and intersectional impacts on marginalized communities, both historically and in contemporary times.
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how racism is entrenched in everyday interactions and relationships across all areas of society and its institutions. Learners from various disciplines, professions, organizations, and communities will be encouraged to critically examine racism and transition from denial to awareness, action, and the dismantling of institutional and systemic racism to effect lasting change.
To register for the course,
please
click here.
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Len Pierre Consulting
Len Pierre Consulting is a multidisciplinary team offering consultation and training on Indigenous Cultural Safety, Reconciliation, Decolonization, and Anti-Racism. They provide a variety of workshops and training sessions, which you can explore
here. Additionally, Len Pierre hosts a podcast featuring insightful episodes that serve as valuable resources, available for listening
here.
For more information about Len Pierre Consulting's offerings, please
click here.
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