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UID:10293-1641225600-1641232800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-71/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220104T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220104T143000
DTSTAMP:20211006T021527Z
CREATED:20211006T021527Z
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UID:10294-1641299400-1641306600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Leadership Education and Development - LEAD
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD ONLINE*   FREE 15 week program October 5th\, 2021 – February 1st\, 2022  ONLINE2 sessions per week* Tues & Thurs 12:30-2:30 PM   \nPROGRAM TOPICS: Self-awareness: knowing your values\, interests\, strengths\, and resilience Stress management and self-care Effective communicationInclusive Leadership based on the principles of diversity\, social justice\, and harmony Developing meaningful connections with peers and mentors Work/Volunteer readiness and opportunities  \nThis program welcomes newcomer women with lower Intermediate English and an interest in self-development\, community based leadership skills\, and access to information and resources about job-readiness\, higher education and training.  \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Sanzida Habib Email: shabib@pirs.bc.ca Phone: (778) 608-4318  *The program will run mostly online with a possibility of some sessions to be in-person\, depending on current health regulations.  For flyers\, check the following link:https://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/LEAD-20212022-flyer.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/leadership-education-and-development-lead-27/
LOCATION:Online*
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220104T180000
DTSTAMP:20211007T064508Z
CREATED:20211007T064508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T064508Z
UID:10314-1641312000-1641319200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-72/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220105T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220105T180000
DTSTAMP:20211008T034003Z
CREATED:20211008T034003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T034003Z
UID:10317-1641398400-1641405600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-73/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220105T190000
DTSTAMP:20211008T034003Z
CREATED:20211008T034003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T034003Z
UID:10319-1641405600-1641409200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Building Bridges - Online Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Building Bridges Online Information Session for a Free 20 week programJanuary 5th\, 20226-7 pm (Online)* \nProgram Focus: \nSetting and achieving professional and personal development goals \nBuilding healthy self-esteem and self-confidence \nPublic speaking\, presentation\, and group facilitation \nEffective communication \nSmall project development and management \nEvent planning and coordination \nBuilding connections and networking \nThis program welcomes skilled immigrant and refugee women with IntermediateEnglish\, who are interested in personal/professional development and want toincrease their employability by learning and practicing fundamental soft skillsand networking opportunities. \nProgram Date:January 19 – June 15\, 2022 \nWednesdays6-8:30 PM*PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Sanzida HabibEmail: shabib@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4318 \n*The program will run mostly online with a possibility of some sessions to be in-person\, depending on current health regulations. \nCheck the following link for flyers: https://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/BB-20212022-flyer.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/building-bridges-online-information-session/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220106T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220106T143000
DTSTAMP:20211008T034003Z
CREATED:20211008T034003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T034003Z
UID:10320-1641472200-1641479400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Leadership Education and Development - LEAD
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD ONLINE*   FREE 15 week program October 5th\, 2021 – February 1st\, 2022  ONLINE2 sessions per week* Tues & Thurs 12:30-2:30 PM   \nPROGRAM TOPICS: Self-awareness: knowing your values\, interests\, strengths\, and resilience Stress management and self-care Effective communicationInclusive Leadership based on the principles of diversity\, social justice\, and harmony Developing meaningful connections with peers and mentors Work/Volunteer readiness and opportunities  \nThis program welcomes newcomer women with lower Intermediate English and an interest in self-development\, community based leadership skills\, and access to information and resources about job-readiness\, higher education and training.  \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Sanzida Habib Email: shabib@pirs.bc.ca Phone: (778) 608-4318  *The program will run mostly online with a possibility of some sessions to be in-person\, depending on current health regulations.  For flyers\, check the following link:https://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/LEAD-20212022-flyer.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/leadership-education-and-development-lead-28/
LOCATION:Online*
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220106T180000
DTSTAMP:20211009T041648Z
CREATED:20211009T041648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211009T041648Z
UID:10327-1641484800-1641492000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-74/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220107T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220107T180000
DTSTAMP:20211010T043324Z
CREATED:20211010T043324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211010T043324Z
UID:10330-1641571200-1641578400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-75/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220110T113000
DTSTAMP:20211123T063550Z
CREATED:20211123T063550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T063550Z
UID:10627-1641807000-1641814200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English - New Westminster
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nHoly Trinity Community HallGym & Downstairs Room514 Carnarvon Street\, New WestminsterBC V3L 1C4FREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 10 – Mar 9 2022Monday & Wednesdays9:30 am – 11:30 am \nProgram Focus:– English for everyday conversation– Children Program at the same time– Outreach support \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 812 \n For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-new-westminster/
LOCATION:514 Carnarvon Street\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 1C4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220110T143000
DTSTAMP:20230315T173952Z
CREATED:20211123T063550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173952Z
UID:10629-1641819600-1641825000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:MOVING FORWARDCommunity English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nONLINE via ZoomFREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 10 – Mar 9 2022Tuesdays & Fridays1:00 pm – 2:30 pmIntermediate English level needed \nThis program is for immigrant women who are ready to start exploring their options: continuing education\, networking\, and volunteering opportunities. The program encourages social interaction in an intercultural environment while practicing and improving English speaking and conversation skills. \nPre-registration required:Contact Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 812 \nFor flyers\, click on the link below:Flyer Link
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/moving-forward-35/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learn English,Moving Forward
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220110T180000
DTSTAMP:20211013T043256Z
CREATED:20211013T043256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T043256Z
UID:10357-1641830400-1641837600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-76/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T110000
DTSTAMP:20211123T063551Z
CREATED:20211123T063551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T063551Z
UID:10631-1641893400-1641898800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class - Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nONLINE via ZOOMFREE! \n*Priority for Vancouver residents \nClass Schedule: \nJan 11 – Mar 10 2022Tuesdays & Thursdays9:30 am – 11:00 am \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Anna XiaEmail: gxia@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 810 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-vancouver-15/
LOCATION:Online – priority for Vancouver residents
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T140000
DTSTAMP:20211123T063551Z
CREATED:20211123T063551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T063551Z
UID:10633-1641904200-1641909600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nJourney Home Community7175 Royal Oak AvenueBurnaby\, BC V5J 4J3FREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 11 – Mar 11 2022Tuesdays & Fridays12:30 pm – 2:30 pm \nProgram Focus:– English for everyday conversation– Children Program at the same time– Outreach support \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Mariana GassmannEmail: mgassmann@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 809 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-burnaby-15/
LOCATION:7175 Royal Oak Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T143000
DTSTAMP:20211013T043256Z
CREATED:20211013T043256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T043256Z
UID:10358-1641904200-1641911400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Leadership Education and Development - LEAD
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD ONLINE*   FREE 15 week program October 5th\, 2021 – February 1st\, 2022  ONLINE2 sessions per week* Tues & Thurs 12:30-2:30 PM   \nPROGRAM TOPICS: Self-awareness: knowing your values\, interests\, strengths\, and resilience Stress management and self-care Effective communicationInclusive Leadership based on the principles of diversity\, social justice\, and harmony Developing meaningful connections with peers and mentors Work/Volunteer readiness and opportunities  \nThis program welcomes newcomer women with lower Intermediate English and an interest in self-development\, community based leadership skills\, and access to information and resources about job-readiness\, higher education and training.  \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Sanzida Habib Email: shabib@pirs.bc.ca Phone: (778) 608-4318  *The program will run mostly online with a possibility of some sessions to be in-person\, depending on current health regulations.  For flyers\, check the following link:https://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/LEAD-20212022-flyer.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/leadership-education-and-development-lead-29/
LOCATION:Online*
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T180000
DTSTAMP:20211014T040147Z
CREATED:20211014T040147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T040147Z
UID:10362-1641916800-1641924000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-77/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T113000
DTSTAMP:20211123T063556Z
CREATED:20211123T063556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T063556Z
UID:10635-1641979800-1641987000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English - New Westminster
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nHoly Trinity Community HallGym & Downstairs Room514 Carnarvon Street\, New WestminsterBC V3L 1C4FREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 10 – Mar 9 2022Monday & Wednesdays9:30 am – 11:30 am \nProgram Focus:– English for everyday conversation– Children Program at the same time– Outreach support \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 812 \n For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-new-westminster-2/
LOCATION:514 Carnarvon Street\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 1C4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T143000
DTSTAMP:20230315T173952Z
CREATED:20211123T063556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173952Z
UID:10636-1641992400-1641997800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:MOVING FORWARDCommunity English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nONLINE via ZoomFREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 10 – Mar 9 2022Tuesdays & Fridays1:00 pm – 2:30 pmIntermediate English level needed \nThis program is for immigrant women who are ready to start exploring their options: continuing education\, networking\, and volunteering opportunities. The program encourages social interaction in an intercultural environment while practicing and improving English speaking and conversation skills. \nPre-registration required:Contact Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 812 \nFor flyers\, click on the link below:Flyer Link
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/moving-forward-36/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learn English,Moving Forward
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T180000
DTSTAMP:20211015T043425Z
CREATED:20211015T043425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T043425Z
UID:10366-1642003200-1642010400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-78/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220112T203000
DTSTAMP:20211120T062108Z
CREATED:20211120T062108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T062108Z
UID:10595-1642010400-1642019400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Building Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Building Bridges FREE 20 week program\nJanuary 12 – June 8\, 2022 Wednesdays 6-8:30 PM\nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nCONTACT: Sanzida Habib\nEmail: shabib@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4318\nProgram Focus:\n-Setting and achieving professional and personal development goals\n-Building healthy self-esteem and self-confidence\n-Public speaking\, presentation\, and group facilitation\n-Effective communication\n-Small project development and management\n-Event planning and coordination\n-Building connections and networking\nThis program welcomes skilled immigrant and refugee women with Intermediate English\, who are interested in personal/professional development and want to increase their employability by learning and practicing fundamental soft skills and networking opportunities.\nCheck flyer for the following link:\nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/BB-20212022-flyer.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/building-bridges-23/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T110000
DTSTAMP:20211123T064011Z
CREATED:20211123T064011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T064011Z
UID:10639-1642066200-1642071600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class - Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nONLINE via ZOOMFREE! \n*Priority for Vancouver residents \nClass Schedule: \nJan 11 – Mar 10 2022Tuesdays & Thursdays9:30 am – 11:00 am \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Anna XiaEmail: gxia@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 810 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-vancouver-16/
LOCATION:Online – priority for Vancouver residents
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T143000
DTSTAMP:20211015T043425Z
CREATED:20211015T043425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T043425Z
UID:10367-1642077000-1642084200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Leadership Education and Development - LEAD
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD ONLINE*   FREE 15 week program October 5th\, 2021 – February 1st\, 2022  ONLINE2 sessions per week* Tues & Thurs 12:30-2:30 PM   \nPROGRAM TOPICS: Self-awareness: knowing your values\, interests\, strengths\, and resilience Stress management and self-care Effective communicationInclusive Leadership based on the principles of diversity\, social justice\, and harmony Developing meaningful connections with peers and mentors Work/Volunteer readiness and opportunities  \nThis program welcomes newcomer women with lower Intermediate English and an interest in self-development\, community based leadership skills\, and access to information and resources about job-readiness\, higher education and training.  \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Sanzida Habib Email: shabib@pirs.bc.ca Phone: (778) 608-4318  *The program will run mostly online with a possibility of some sessions to be in-person\, depending on current health regulations.  For flyers\, check the following link:https://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/LEAD-20212022-flyer.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/leadership-education-and-development-lead-30/
LOCATION:Online*
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T180000
DTSTAMP:20211016T052822Z
CREATED:20211016T052822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211016T052822Z
UID:10375-1642089600-1642096800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-79/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220114T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220114T140000
DTSTAMP:20211123T064011Z
CREATED:20211123T064011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T064011Z
UID:10641-1642163400-1642168800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nJourney Home Community7175 Royal Oak AvenueBurnaby\, BC V5J 4J3FREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 11 – Mar 11 2022Tuesdays & Fridays12:30 pm – 2:30 pm \nProgram Focus:– English for everyday conversation– Children Program at the same time– Outreach support \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Mariana GassmannEmail: mgassmann@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 809 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-burnaby-16/
LOCATION:7175 Royal Oak Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220114T180000
DTSTAMP:20211017T044120Z
CREATED:20211017T044120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211017T044120Z
UID:10378-1642176000-1642183200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-80/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220117T113000
DTSTAMP:20211123T064013Z
CREATED:20211123T064013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T064013Z
UID:10642-1642411800-1642419000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English - New Westminster
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nHoly Trinity Community HallGym & Downstairs Room514 Carnarvon Street\, New WestminsterBC V3L 1C4FREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 10 – Mar 9 2022Monday & Wednesdays9:30 am – 11:30 am \nProgram Focus:– English for everyday conversation– Children Program at the same time– Outreach support \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 812 \n For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-new-westminster-3/
LOCATION:514 Carnarvon Street\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 1C4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220117T143000
DTSTAMP:20230315T173952Z
CREATED:20211123T064013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173952Z
UID:10644-1642424400-1642429800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:MOVING FORWARDCommunity English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nONLINE via ZoomFREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 10 – Mar 9 2022Tuesdays & Fridays1:00 pm – 2:30 pmIntermediate English level needed \nThis program is for immigrant women who are ready to start exploring their options: continuing education\, networking\, and volunteering opportunities. The program encourages social interaction in an intercultural environment while practicing and improving English speaking and conversation skills. \nPre-registration required:Contact Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 812 \nFor flyers\, click on the link below:Flyer Link
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/moving-forward-37/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learn English,Moving Forward
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220117T180000
DTSTAMP:20211020T045848Z
CREATED:20211020T045848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T045848Z
UID:10383-1642435200-1642442400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years Home Visiting Program
DESCRIPTION:Early Year Home Visiting Program Sept 2021 – July 2022in-person and online (in English\, French and Arabic) \n40 minutes to an hour/week for each family \nTime of the program is usually scheduled after discussing with the family \n \nSessions Include:  \n– Facilitator-led Early Learning circle time and activities for your child \n– Guided parent-child activities \n– One-to-one parenting discussion \n \nAn Early Learning one-to-one home visiting program for refugee families of any status with children 0-5 years old (in-person and online). Families receive parental support and access to community resources and services. \nCONTACT: Souad Ghomari \nEmail: sghomari@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4118 \nFor more info\, visit: \nhttps://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Home-Visiting-2021-2022-2.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/early-years-home-visiting-program-81/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220118T110000
DTSTAMP:20211123T064013Z
CREATED:20211123T064013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T064013Z
UID:10645-1642498200-1642503600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class - Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nONLINE via ZOOMFREE! \n*Priority for Vancouver residents \nClass Schedule: \nJan 11 – Mar 10 2022Tuesdays & Thursdays9:30 am – 11:00 am \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Anna XiaEmail: gxia@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 810 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-vancouver-17/
LOCATION:Online – priority for Vancouver residents
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220118T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220118T140000
DTSTAMP:20211123T064045Z
CREATED:20211123T064045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T064045Z
UID:10646-1642509000-1642514400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class - Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenWinter TermJan – Mar 2022 \nJourney Home Community7175 Royal Oak AvenueBurnaby\, BC V5J 4J3FREE! \nClass Schedule: \nJan 11 – Mar 11 2022Tuesdays & Fridays12:30 pm – 2:30 pm \nProgram Focus:– English for everyday conversation– Children Program at the same time– Outreach support \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! \nPre-registration required:Contact Mariana GassmannEmail: mgassmann@pirs.bc.caPhone: (604) 298 5888 Ext 809 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-burnaby-17/
LOCATION:7175 Royal Oak Avenue\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220118T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220118T143000
DTSTAMP:20211020T045848Z
CREATED:20211020T045848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T045848Z
UID:10384-1642509000-1642516200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Leadership Education and Development - LEAD
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD ONLINE*   FREE 15 week program October 5th\, 2021 – February 1st\, 2022  ONLINE2 sessions per week* Tues & Thurs 12:30-2:30 PM   \nPROGRAM TOPICS: Self-awareness: knowing your values\, interests\, strengths\, and resilience Stress management and self-care Effective communicationInclusive Leadership based on the principles of diversity\, social justice\, and harmony Developing meaningful connections with peers and mentors Work/Volunteer readiness and opportunities  \nThis program welcomes newcomer women with lower Intermediate English and an interest in self-development\, community based leadership skills\, and access to information and resources about job-readiness\, higher education and training.  \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Sanzida Habib Email: shabib@pirs.bc.ca Phone: (778) 608-4318  *The program will run mostly online with a possibility of some sessions to be in-person\, depending on current health regulations.  For flyers\, check the following link:https://pirs.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/LEAD-20212022-flyer.pdf
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/leadership-education-and-development-lead-31/
LOCATION:Online*
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR