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UID:11720-1648828800-1648836000@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-135/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T113000
DTSTAMP:20220331T163324Z
CREATED:20220331T163324Z
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UID:13008-1649064600-1649071800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women Holy Trinity Community HallGym & Downstairs Room514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L 1C4 \nSpring 2022FREE!Class Schedule: \nClass Schedule:April 4 to June 15\,  20229:30 – 11:30 amMondays and Wednesdays \nProgram focus:English for everyday conversationChildren program at the same timeOutreach support \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everydayconversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence andlearn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-58/
LOCATION:514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 1C4\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T143000
DTSTAMP:20220123T113849Z
CREATED:20220123T113849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220123T113849Z
UID:12233-1649075400-1649082600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nobody's Perfect (Chinese)
DESCRIPTION:Nobody’s Perfect (Chinese)A program for parents with children 0 – 5 years oldDate: Feb 7 – Mar 14 2022Mondays12:30 – 2:30 pmFREEOnline Via Zoom \nDiscussion Topics:Better understanding of children’s developmental needsPositive parentingStress reduction for parents or caregiversSharing of child care experiences \nTo Register: Anna: gxia@pirs.bc.ca604.298.5888 Ext 810 (Mandarin) \nValerie: vlai@pirs.bc.ca604.298.5888 Ext 808 (Cantonese) \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/nobodys-perfect-chinese-9/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T143000
DTSTAMP:20230315T173950Z
CREATED:20220331T163324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173950Z
UID:13010-1649077200-1649082600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women - Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women – Moving ForwardSpring 2022Online via ZoomFree! \nClass Schedule:April 4 – June 15\, 2022Mondays & Wednesdays1:00 – 2:30 pm \nIntermediate English Level StudentsThis program is for immigrant women who are ready to start exploring theiroptions: continuing education\, networking\, and volunteering opportunities. Theprogram encourages social interaction in an intercultural environment whilepracticing and improving English speaking and conversation skills. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-moving-forward/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
CATEGORIES:Learn English,Moving Forward
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220404T180000
DTSTAMP:20220104T105340Z
CREATED:20220104T105340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T105340Z
UID:11782-1649088000-1649095200@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-136/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T110000
DTSTAMP:20220331T163847Z
CREATED:20220331T163847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T163847Z
UID:13013-1649151000-1649156400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenSPRING 2022ONLINE via Zoom \nClass Schedule:April 5 – June 9\, 2022\, Tuesdays & Thursdays9:30 – 11:00 am*Priority for Vancouver residentsFREE! \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels(beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improveyour English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multiculturalcommunity\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Anna XiaEmail: gxia@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4208 \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-59/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T143000
DTSTAMP:20220331T163847Z
CREATED:20220331T163847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T163847Z
UID:13014-1649161800-1649169000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenSpring 2022Journey Home Community7175 Royal Oak Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3\, Canada \nFREE! \nProgram focus:English for everyday conversationChildren program at the same timeOutreach supportClass Schedule:April 5 – June 10\, 2022Tuesdays & Fridays12:30 – 2:30pmWe welcome immigrant women with various English levels (beginner topre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English foreveryday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gainconfidence and learn more about Canada!PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Marianna GassmannEmail: mgassmann@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4298For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-60/
LOCATION:7175 Royal Oak Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T180000
DTSTAMP:20220105T093852Z
CREATED:20220105T093852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T093852Z
UID:11804-1649174400-1649181600@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-137/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T113000
DTSTAMP:20220331T163848Z
CREATED:20220331T163848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T163848Z
UID:13015-1649237400-1649244600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women Holy Trinity Community HallGym & Downstairs Room514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L 1C4 \nSpring 2022FREE!Class Schedule: \nClass Schedule:April 4 to June 15\,  20229:30 – 11:30 amMondays and Wednesdays \nProgram focus:English for everyday conversationChildren program at the same timeOutreach support \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everydayconversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence andlearn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-61/
LOCATION:514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 1C4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T143000
DTSTAMP:20230315T173950Z
CREATED:20220331T163957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173950Z
UID:13017-1649250000-1649255400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women - Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women – Moving ForwardSpring 2022Online via ZoomFree! \nClass Schedule:April 4 – June 15\, 2022Mondays & Wednesdays1:00 – 2:30 pm \nIntermediate English Level StudentsThis program is for immigrant women who are ready to start exploring theiroptions: continuing education\, networking\, and volunteering opportunities. Theprogram encourages social interaction in an intercultural environment whilepracticing and improving English speaking and conversation skills. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-moving-forward-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
CATEGORIES:Learn English,Moving Forward
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T180000
DTSTAMP:20220106T095422Z
CREATED:20220106T095422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T095422Z
UID:11833-1649260800-1649268000@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-138/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T203000
DTSTAMP:20220107T102700Z
CREATED:20220107T102700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T102700Z
UID:11874-1649268000-1649277000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Building Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Building Bridges Free 20 Week ProgramJanuary 19 – June 15\, 2022Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 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. \nPRE-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 \nClick on this link for flyers
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/building-bridges-45/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220407T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220407T110000
DTSTAMP:20220331T163958Z
CREATED:20220331T163958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T163958Z
UID:13019-1649323800-1649329200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenSPRING 2022ONLINE via Zoom \nClass Schedule:April 5 – June 9\, 2022\, Tuesdays & Thursdays9:30 – 11:00 am*Priority for Vancouver residentsFREE! \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels(beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improveyour English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multiculturalcommunity\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Anna XiaEmail: gxia@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4208 \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-62/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220407T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220407T180000
DTSTAMP:20220107T102700Z
CREATED:20220107T102700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T102700Z
UID:11875-1649347200-1649354400@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-139/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220407T190000
DTSTAMP:20220329T162646Z
CREATED:20220329T162646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T162646Z
UID:12974-1649354400-1649358000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Childcare Leadership Group (CLG)
DESCRIPTION:Childcare LeadershipGroup (CLG)  \nAre you an immigrant or refugeewoman with lived experiences inthe childcare sector?  We want to hear from you!   \nJoin the Childcare Leadership Group to share your experiences as a parent\, service user\, worker\,employer\, or other roles within the childcare system!  \nGroup participants receive training and support to co-design and implement practicalsolutions to structural challenges within the childcare system\, enhance sector collaboration\,and influence decision-making to advance gender equity. \nThe Program Offers: \n -Virtual weekly facilitated meetings\, and in-person once a month -Capacity building training to understand the system\, develop and implement solutions for amore accessible and inclusive childcare system -Engagement opportunities with stakeholders and decision-makers within the childcaresector in BC and nationally -Opportunities to amplify immigrant and refugee women voices through the media\, policyconsultations\, coalitions\, and other sector gatherings -Honoraria for participation \nProgram dates: April 21-August 18\, 20226:00-7:30 PM onlinePlease apply by April 6th\, 2022 at the link below: https://pirs.bc.ca/building-a-childcare-system/    \nMANDATORY MEET & GREET SESSION:April 7th | 6:00 – 7:00 PM | via Zoom   \nFor questions and application assistance\, please contact Elizabeth Montgomery\, Program Facilitator at emontgomery@pirs.bc.ca or 778-608-4308 \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/childcare-leadership-group-clg/
LOCATION:Online\, in person (TBD)\, once a month
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220408T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220408T143000
DTSTAMP:20220331T164129Z
CREATED:20220331T164129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T164129Z
UID:13020-1649421000-1649428200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenSpring 2022Journey Home Community7175 Royal Oak Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3\, Canada \nFREE! \nProgram focus:English for everyday conversationChildren program at the same timeOutreach supportClass Schedule:April 5 – June 10\, 2022Tuesdays & Fridays12:30 – 2:30pmWe welcome immigrant women with various English levels (beginner topre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English foreveryday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gainconfidence and learn more about Canada!PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Marianna GassmannEmail: mgassmann@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4298For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-63/
LOCATION:7175 Royal Oak Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220408T180000
DTSTAMP:20220108T102410Z
CREATED:20220108T102410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220108T102410Z
UID:11907-1649433600-1649440800@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-140/
LOCATION:In-person and online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T113000
DTSTAMP:20220331T164129Z
CREATED:20220331T164129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T164129Z
UID:13021-1649669400-1649676600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women Holy Trinity Community HallGym & Downstairs Room514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L 1C4 \nSpring 2022FREE!Class Schedule: \nClass Schedule:April 4 to June 15\,  20229:30 – 11:30 amMondays and Wednesdays \nProgram focus:English for everyday conversationChildren program at the same timeOutreach support \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everydayconversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence andlearn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-64/
LOCATION:514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 1C4\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T143000
DTSTAMP:20220123T113851Z
CREATED:20220123T113851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220123T113851Z
UID:12235-1649680200-1649687400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nobody's Perfect (Chinese)
DESCRIPTION:Nobody’s Perfect (Chinese)A program for parents with children 0 – 5 years oldDate: Feb 7 – Mar 14 2022Mondays12:30 – 2:30 pmFREEOnline Via Zoom \nDiscussion Topics:Better understanding of children’s developmental needsPositive parentingStress reduction for parents or caregiversSharing of child care experiences \nTo Register: Anna: gxia@pirs.bc.ca604.298.5888 Ext 810 (Mandarin) \nValerie: vlai@pirs.bc.ca604.298.5888 Ext 808 (Cantonese) \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/nobodys-perfect-chinese-10/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T143000
DTSTAMP:20220401T164028Z
CREATED:20220401T164028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T164028Z
UID:13217-1649680200-1649687400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nobody's Perfect (Chinese)
DESCRIPTION:Nobody’s Perfect (Chinese)A program for parents with children 0 – 5 years oldDate: Feb 7 – Mar 14 2022Mondays12:30 – 2:30 pmFREEOnline Via Zoom \nDiscussion Topics:Better understanding of children’s developmental needsPositive parentingStress reduction for parents or caregiversSharing of child care experiences \nTo Register: Anna: gxia@pirs.bc.ca604.298.5888 Ext 810 (Mandarin) \nValerie: vlai@pirs.bc.ca604.298.5888 Ext 808 (Cantonese) \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/nobodys-perfect-chinese-22/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T143000
DTSTAMP:20230315T173950Z
CREATED:20220331T164129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173950Z
UID:13023-1649682000-1649687400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women - Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women – Moving ForwardSpring 2022Online via ZoomFree! \nClass Schedule:April 4 – June 15\, 2022Mondays & Wednesdays1:00 – 2:30 pm \nIntermediate English Level StudentsThis program is for immigrant women who are ready to start exploring theiroptions: continuing education\, networking\, and volunteering opportunities. Theprogram encourages social interaction in an intercultural environment whilepracticing and improving English speaking and conversation skills. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-moving-forward-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
CATEGORIES:Learn English,Moving Forward
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220411T180000
DTSTAMP:20220111T104918Z
CREATED:20220111T104918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T104918Z
UID:11968-1649692800-1649700000@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-141/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T110000
DTSTAMP:20220331T164331Z
CREATED:20220331T164331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T164331Z
UID:13026-1649755800-1649761200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenSPRING 2022ONLINE via Zoom \nClass Schedule:April 5 – June 9\, 2022\, Tuesdays & Thursdays9:30 – 11:00 am*Priority for Vancouver residentsFREE! \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels(beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improveyour English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multiculturalcommunity\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Anna XiaEmail: gxia@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4208 \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-65/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T143000
DTSTAMP:20220331T164331Z
CREATED:20220331T164331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T164331Z
UID:13027-1649766600-1649773800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenSpring 2022Journey Home Community7175 Royal Oak Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3\, Canada \nFREE! \nProgram focus:English for everyday conversationChildren program at the same timeOutreach supportClass Schedule:April 5 – June 10\, 2022Tuesdays & Fridays12:30 – 2:30pmWe welcome immigrant women with various English levels (beginner topre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English foreveryday conversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gainconfidence and learn more about Canada!PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Marianna GassmannEmail: mgassmann@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4298For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-66/
LOCATION:7175 Royal Oak Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5J 4J3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T180000
DTSTAMP:20220112T094756Z
CREATED:20220112T094756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T094756Z
UID:11994-1649779200-1649786400@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-142/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T113000
DTSTAMP:20220331T164600Z
CREATED:20220331T164600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T164600Z
UID:13028-1649842200-1649849400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women Holy Trinity Community HallGym & Downstairs Room514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L 1C4 \nSpring 2022FREE!Class Schedule: \nClass Schedule:April 4 to June 15\,  20229:30 – 11:30 amMondays and Wednesdays \nProgram focus:English for everyday conversationChildren program at the same timeOutreach support \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English levels (beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improve your English for everydayconversations\, be a part of a multicultural community\, gain confidence andlearn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-67/
LOCATION:514 Carnarvon St\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 1C4\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T143000
DTSTAMP:20230315T173950Z
CREATED:20220331T164600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173950Z
UID:13030-1649854800-1649860200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women - Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women – Moving ForwardSpring 2022Online via ZoomFree! \nClass Schedule:April 4 – June 15\, 2022Mondays & Wednesdays1:00 – 2:30 pm \nIntermediate English Level StudentsThis program is for immigrant women who are ready to start exploring theiroptions: continuing education\, networking\, and volunteering opportunities. Theprogram encourages social interaction in an intercultural environment whilepracticing and improving English speaking and conversation skills. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Zarmina AliEmail: zali@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4285 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-moving-forward-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
CATEGORIES:Learn English,Moving Forward
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T180000
DTSTAMP:20220113T110300Z
CREATED:20220113T110300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T110300Z
UID:12016-1649865600-1649872800@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-143/
LOCATION:In-person and online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T203000
DTSTAMP:20220114T103335Z
CREATED:20220114T103335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220114T103335Z
UID:12038-1649872800-1649881800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Building Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Building Bridges Free 20 Week ProgramJanuary 19 – June 15\, 2022Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30 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. \nPRE-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 \nClick on this link for flyers
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/building-bridges-46/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220414T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220414T110000
DTSTAMP:20220331T164601Z
CREATED:20220331T164601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T164601Z
UID:13032-1649928600-1649934000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Community English Class for Immigrant and Refugee WomenSPRING 2022ONLINE via Zoom \nClass Schedule:April 5 – June 9\, 2022\, Tuesdays & Thursdays9:30 – 11:00 am*Priority for Vancouver residentsFREE! \nWe welcome newcomer women with various English Levels(beginner to pre-intermediate). We are here to help you improveyour English for everyday conversations\, be a part of a multiculturalcommunity\, gain confidence and learn more about Canada! \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Anna XiaEmail: gxia@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (778) 608-4208 \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/community-english-class-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-68/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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