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UID:16847-1675251000-1675261800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Food Skills for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Food Skills for Immigrant and Refugee Womenat Peace Church on 52ndAddress: 659 East 52nd Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5X 1G8FREE!Feb 1 – Mar 22\, 2023Wednesday11:30 am – 2:30 pmMar 15 & 22 as Field TripsCome learn new cooking skills on a budget\, try local food & make friends!Bus tickets providedChildminding available for children 18 months to 5 years PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Marianna Gassmann (English/Spanish)Email: mgassmann@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (604) 298-5888 Ext 809For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/food-skills-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women/
LOCATION:Peace Church on 52nd\, 659 E 52nd Ave E\, Vancouver\, BC V5X 1G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230201T193000
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UID:16474-1675274400-1675279800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Childcare Leadership Group
DESCRIPTION:Childcare Leadership Group Information Session: Call for Applications \nAre you an immigrant or refugee woman with lived experiences in the childcare sector?As part of the Childcare Leadership Group (CLG) you will receive training and support to co-design and implement solutions to help shape the childcare system in British Columbia. \nEligibilityTo apply\, participants must:-Identify as an immigrant woman*-Be passionate about childcare in any capacity (as a parent\, worker\, employer\,advocate\, etc.)-Have working knowledge of English-Attend training sessions twice per month (online and in-person) from October 2022to July 2023 \n*PIRS welcomes applicants with all residency statuses who intent to live in Canada \nWHY JOIN? \nyou’ll have the opportunity to:-Attend capacity building sessions-Engage with stakeholders and decision-makers within the childcaresector in BC and nationally-Share your expertise through the media\, policy consultations\, andother sector gatherings-Receive honoraria for participation \nPROGRAM DATESOCT 12\, 2022 – JUL 12\, 2023\, Wednesdays\, Twice MonthlyTIME 6:00 – 7:30 PMThe CLG will meet twice every month on Wednesdays via Zoom and in-person (location TBD) \nINFORMATION SESSIONOCT 5\, 2022 | 6:00 – 7:00 PM | @ZOOM \nFor Flyer\, Click here. \nHOW TO APPLY? \nClick here to apply \nTo learn more about the project\, visitwww.pirs.bc.ca/building-a-childcare-system/For questions or assistance\, contact Gabriela Cervantes atgcervantes@pirs.bc.ca or 778-608-4098
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/childcare-leadership-group-9/
LOCATION:Virtual and on-site (TBD)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230201T193000
DTSTAMP:20221105T182647Z
CREATED:20221105T182647Z
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UID:16511-1675274400-1675279800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Immigrant Women Food Policy Group
DESCRIPTION:Immigrant Women Food Policy Group \nIs this for you?Are you a newcomer\, immigrant or refugee woman?Would you like to share your lived experience of accessing local food systems in BC?Do you want to build and use your voice and facilitation skills to share research findings with local food system stakeholders? \nThe Program:PIRS and KPU’s Institute for Sustainable Food Systems are conducting a community-basedresearch on overcoming root causes of food insecurity among newcomers. The goal of thisprogram is to create a safe space for immigrant and refugee women to engage with key food system stakeholders (planners\, healthcare professionals\, local businesses\, service providers). Members will learn about their local food system and work alongside each other to organize\, facilitate and lead 3 in-person stakeholder meetings \nEligibility:Identify as an immigrant womanPassionate about food\, local food access\, food policyHave good spoken English skills (CLB 7/8)Able to facilitate and lead 3 stakeholder meetingsReceive capacity-building training \nProgram DurationNov 2022 – May 20236 training sessions on Wednesdays (dates TBD) \nInformation SessionNovember 2 20226:00 – 7:00 pm @ zoom \nBenefits:-Receive capacity-building trainingsessions from researchers in the field \n-Develop and use group facilitation skills \n-Build a network of women passionateabout contributing to a more inclusivefood policy \n-Engage with stakeholders and decisionsmakers within our local food system toamplify the voices and experiences ofimmigrant and refugee women \n-Receive a $50 honorarium forparticipation in each training session \n-Receive a $100 honorarium for facilitatingeach stakeholder meeting \n-Receive bus tickets and free childcareservice for attending in-person workshop \nFor QuestionsPlease contact Sanzida Habibshabib@pirs.bc.ca or\, (778) 608-4318 \nFor program flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/immigrant-women-food-policy-group-5/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230202T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230202T150000
DTSTAMP:20221104T181101Z
CREATED:20221104T181101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T181101Z
UID:16475-1675329300-1675350000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nNovember 28 2022 – March 17 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Essential skills improvement– Employment counseling– Work transition skills training– Career exploration– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Paid work experience (4 weeks) \nEligibility Criteria – Permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: October 31\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-95/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230202T150000
DTSTAMP:20221105T182647Z
CREATED:20221105T182647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T182647Z
UID:16512-1675329300-1675350000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-113/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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DTSTAMP:20230411T202145Z
CREATED:20221117T192538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202145Z
UID:16703-1675329300-1675350000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-165/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T150000
DTSTAMP:20221105T182647Z
CREATED:20221105T182647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T182647Z
UID:16513-1675415700-1675436400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-114/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T150000
DTSTAMP:20230411T202145Z
CREATED:20221117T192547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202145Z
UID:16704-1675415700-1675436400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-166/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T143000
DTSTAMP:20221105T182647Z
CREATED:20221105T182647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T182647Z
UID:16514-1675427400-1675434600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEAD (Leadership Education and Development)
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD   \nOnline via Zoom – FreeThere will be a few in-person sessions held at #104 -12941\, 115 Ave\, Surrey (Muslim Food Bank) \nINFORMATION SESSION Online: Friday\, Sept 16\, 12:30 to 2:00 PMINFORMATION SESSION Onsite: Tuesday\, Sep 20\, 12:30 to 2:00 PM at #104 -12941\, 115 Ave\, Surrey \nClasses Begin:Oct 4\, 2022 – Feb 17\, 2023 Tuesdays & Fridays 12:30-2:30pm   \nOur LEAD program: \nWelcomes newcomer\, immigrant and refugee women in various stages of the settlement who are interested to get involved in the community in a meaningful and relevant way\, and feel ready to explore volunteering or employment opportunities in the near future  \nRequires lower Intermediate English (CLB 5/6) and an interest in self-development and community-based leadership  \nProvides capacity-building and leadership skill development opportunities\, access to information and resources\, as well as network-building    PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Rabia Kaihan Email: rkaihan@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: 778 608 4438    \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/lead-leadership-education-and-development-36/
LOCATION:Online and Onsite at 104 – 12941 115 Avenue\, Surrey (Muslim Food Bank)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230203T143000
DTSTAMP:20221124T194543Z
CREATED:20221124T194543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T194543Z
UID:16850-1675427400-1675434600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:My Tween and Me (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:My Tween and Me (Mandarin)A program for parents with children 7-13Jan 27 – March 17 2023 Friday12:30-2:30 pmFeb 17 & March 17 as parent tween sessionsFREEDiscussion TopicsEffective ParentingEmotions and AnxietyBullying and Peer Pressure Internet and Technology UseSuccess in School Meetings will be on ZoomTO REGISTER:(604) 713 6000 Ext 2423  Patrick Wong  pywong@vsb.bc.ca (778) 608 4080 Valerie 黎太 vlai@pirs.bc.ca(778) 608 4208 Anna gxia@pirs.bc.caFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/my-tween-and-me-mandarin-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T150000
DTSTAMP:20221108T185319Z
CREATED:20221108T185319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T185319Z
UID:16571-1675674900-1675695600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-115/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T150000
DTSTAMP:20230411T202145Z
CREATED:20221117T192547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202145Z
UID:16705-1675674900-1675695600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-167/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T143000
DTSTAMP:20221124T194727Z
CREATED:20221124T194727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T194727Z
UID:16851-1675686600-1675693800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:My Tween and Me
DESCRIPTION:My Tween and MeA program for immigrant and newcomer parents with children  7-13Jan 22 – March 13  2023Monday12:30-2:30 pm*March 13 as parent tween session FREE \nDiscussion Topics:Effective Parenting Communication with your Tween Emotion and Anxiety  Bullying and Peer Pressure Internet and Technology UseSuccess in SchoolMeetings will be online via ZoomTO REGISTER:(778) 608 4080 Valerie vlai@pirs.bc.ca(778) 608 4208 Anna gxia@pirs.bc.caFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/my-tween-and-me-10/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T150000
DTSTAMP:20221109T182535Z
CREATED:20221109T182535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T182535Z
UID:16578-1675761300-1675782000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-116/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T150000
DTSTAMP:20230411T202145Z
CREATED:20221117T192626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202145Z
UID:16706-1675761300-1675782000@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-168/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T143000
DTSTAMP:20221109T182536Z
CREATED:20221109T182536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T182536Z
UID:16579-1675773000-1675780200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEAD (Leadership Education and Development)
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD   \nOnline via Zoom – FreeThere will be a few in-person sessions held at #104 -12941\, 115 Ave\, Surrey (Muslim Food Bank) \nINFORMATION SESSION Online: Friday\, Sept 16\, 12:30 to 2:00 PMINFORMATION SESSION Onsite: Tuesday\, Sep 20\, 12:30 to 2:00 PM at #104 -12941\, 115 Ave\, Surrey \nClasses Begin:Oct 4\, 2022 – Feb 17\, 2023 Tuesdays & Fridays 12:30-2:30pm   \nOur LEAD program: \nWelcomes newcomer\, immigrant and refugee women in various stages of the settlement who are interested to get involved in the community in a meaningful and relevant way\, and feel ready to explore volunteering or employment opportunities in the near future  \nRequires lower Intermediate English (CLB 5/6) and an interest in self-development and community-based leadership  \nProvides capacity-building and leadership skill development opportunities\, access to information and resources\, as well as network-building    PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Rabia Kaihan Email: rkaihan@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: 778 608 4438    \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/lead-leadership-education-and-development-37/
LOCATION:Online and Onsite at 104 – 12941 115 Avenue\, Surrey (Muslim Food Bank)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T143000
DTSTAMP:20221124T194727Z
CREATED:20221124T194727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T194727Z
UID:16852-1675773000-1675780200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nobody's Perfect Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program\nEvery Tuesday for 6 sessions\nOnline via zoom\nConnect\nShare\nLearn\nDiscover\nTo register or for more information\, contact\nAnna Xia\nCo-facilitator\ngxia@pirs.bc.ca\n778.608.4208\nNhan Lam\, Coordinator\nnhanl@kiwassa.ca\n604.649.2287\nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/nobodys-perfect-parenting-program-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T143000
DTSTAMP:20221124T194732Z
CREATED:20221124T194732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T194732Z
UID:16854-1675855800-1675866600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Food Skills for Immigrant and Refugee Women
DESCRIPTION:Food Skills for Immigrant and Refugee Womenat Peace Church on 52ndAddress: 659 East 52nd Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5X 1G8FREE!Feb 1 – Mar 22\, 2023Wednesday11:30 am – 2:30 pmMar 15 & 22 as Field TripsCome learn new cooking skills on a budget\, try local food & make friends!Bus tickets providedChildminding available for children 18 months to 5 years PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDCONTACT: Marianna Gassmann (English/Spanish)Email: mgassmann@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: (604) 298-5888 Ext 809For flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/food-skills-for-immigrant-and-refugee-women-2/
LOCATION:Peace Church on 52nd\, 659 E 52nd Ave E\, Vancouver\, BC V5X 1G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T193000
DTSTAMP:20221111T182806Z
CREATED:20221111T182806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T182806Z
UID:16600-1675878300-1675884600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Childcare Leadership Group
DESCRIPTION:Childcare Leadership Group \nAre you an immigrant or refugee woman with lived experiences in the childcare sector?As part of the Childcare Leadership Group (CLG) you will receive training and support to co-design and implement solutions to help shape the childcare system in British Columbia. \nEligibilityTo apply\, participants must:-Identify as an immigrant woman*-Be passionate about childcare in any capacity (as a parent\, worker\, employer\,advocate\, etc.)-Have working knowledge of English-Attend training sessions twice per month (online and in-person) from October 2022to July 2023 \n*PIRS welcomes applicants with all residency statuses who intent to live in Canada \nWHY JOIN? \nyou’ll have the opportunity to:-Attend capacity building sessions-Engage with stakeholders and decision-makers within the childcaresector in BC and nationally-Share your expertise through the media\, policy consultations\, andother sector gatherings-Receive honoraria for participation \nPROGRAM DATESOCT 12\, 2022 – JUL 12\, 2023\, Wednesdays\, Twice MonthlyTIME 6:00 – 7:30 PMThe CLG will meet twice every month on Wednesdays via Zoom and in-person (location TBD) \nINFORMATION SESSIONOCT 5\, 2022 | 6:00 – 7:00 PM | @ZOOM \nFor Flyer\, Click here. \nHOW TO APPLY? \nClick here to apply \nTo learn more about the project\, visitwww.pirs.bc.ca/building-a-childcare-system/For questions or assistance\, contact Gabriela Cervantes atgcervantes@pirs.bc.ca or 778-608-4098
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/childcare-leadership-group-13/
LOCATION:Online & Onsite (TBD)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230209T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230209T150000
DTSTAMP:20221111T182815Z
CREATED:20221111T182815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T182815Z
UID:16601-1675934100-1675954800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-117/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230209T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230209T150000
DTSTAMP:20230411T202145Z
CREATED:20221117T192720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202145Z
UID:16708-1675934100-1675954800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-169/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T150000
DTSTAMP:20221112T190331Z
CREATED:20221112T190331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221112T190331Z
UID:16611-1676020500-1676041200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-118/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T150000
DTSTAMP:20230411T202144Z
CREATED:20221117T192720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202144Z
UID:16709-1676020500-1676041200@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-170/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T143000
DTSTAMP:20221112T190331Z
CREATED:20221112T190331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221112T190331Z
UID:16612-1676032200-1676039400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEAD (Leadership Education and Development)
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Education and Development – LEAD   \nOnline via Zoom – FreeThere will be a few in-person sessions held at #104 -12941\, 115 Ave\, Surrey (Muslim Food Bank) \nINFORMATION SESSION Online: Friday\, Sept 16\, 12:30 to 2:00 PMINFORMATION SESSION Onsite: Tuesday\, Sep 20\, 12:30 to 2:00 PM at #104 -12941\, 115 Ave\, Surrey \nClasses Begin:Oct 4\, 2022 – Feb 17\, 2023 Tuesdays & Fridays 12:30-2:30pm   \nOur LEAD program: \nWelcomes newcomer\, immigrant and refugee women in various stages of the settlement who are interested to get involved in the community in a meaningful and relevant way\, and feel ready to explore volunteering or employment opportunities in the near future  \nRequires lower Intermediate English (CLB 5/6) and an interest in self-development and community-based leadership  \nProvides capacity-building and leadership skill development opportunities\, access to information and resources\, as well as network-building    PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CONTACT: Rabia Kaihan Email: rkaihan@pirs.bc.ca | Phone: 778 608 4438    \nFor Flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/lead-leadership-education-and-development-38/
LOCATION:Online and Onsite at 104 – 12941 115 Avenue\, Surrey (Muslim Food Bank)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230210T143000
DTSTAMP:20221124T194756Z
CREATED:20221124T194756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T194756Z
UID:16856-1676032200-1676039400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:My Tween and Me (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:My Tween and Me (Mandarin)A program for parents with children 7-13Jan 27 – March 17 2023 Friday12:30-2:30 pmFeb 17 & March 17 as parent tween sessionsFREEDiscussion TopicsEffective ParentingEmotions and AnxietyBullying and Peer Pressure Internet and Technology UseSuccess in School Meetings will be on ZoomTO REGISTER:(604) 713 6000 Ext 2423  Patrick Wong  pywong@vsb.bc.ca (778) 608 4080 Valerie 黎太 vlai@pirs.bc.ca(778) 608 4208 Anna gxia@pirs.bc.caFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/my-tween-and-me-mandarin-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230213T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230213T150000
DTSTAMP:20221115T185541Z
CREATED:20221115T185541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T185541Z
UID:16639-1676279700-1676300400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-119/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230213T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230213T150000
DTSTAMP:20230411T202144Z
CREATED:20221117T192851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202144Z
UID:16710-1676279700-1676300400@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-171/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230213T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230213T143000
DTSTAMP:20221124T194810Z
CREATED:20221124T194810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T194810Z
UID:16857-1676291400-1676298600@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:My Tween and Me
DESCRIPTION:My Tween and MeA program for immigrant and newcomer parents with children  7-13Jan 22 – March 13  2023Monday12:30-2:30 pm*March 13 as parent tween session FREE \nDiscussion Topics:Effective Parenting Communication with your Tween Emotion and Anxiety  Bullying and Peer Pressure Internet and Technology UseSuccess in SchoolMeetings will be online via ZoomTO REGISTER:(778) 608 4080 Valerie vlai@pirs.bc.ca(778) 608 4208 Anna gxia@pirs.bc.caFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/my-tween-and-me-11/
LOCATION:ONLINE via zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230214T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230214T150000
DTSTAMP:20221116T184036Z
CREATED:20221116T184036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T184036Z
UID:16648-1676366100-1676386800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways to Childcare Careers7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canadaand Online via Zoom \nOccupation-specific FREE English training program for women interested in working in the early learning and childcare field \nJanuary 3 2023 – March 31 20239:15 – 3:00 (Mon\, Tue\, Thu\, Fri) \nMondays and Fridays at 7485 Salisbury Avenue (childminding and transit tickets provided)Tuesdays and Thursday – online \n– Occupation-specific language classes– Trauma-informed approaches to early learning– Responsible Adult\, First Aid\, food Safe Certificate Training– Essential and digital skills improvement– Employment counseling and career exploration– Work transition skills training– Paid work experience (4 weeks)– Connection to work opportunities in the field– Transportation costs and childminding provided for in-person sessions– Supportive and friendly learning environment \nEligibility Criteria– Women who are permanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons– CLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)– Able to attend all program sessions \nDeadline to apply: December 16 2022Information Session: December 7\, 2022Contact Arlene OrdonezEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.caPhone: 778 608 4168 \nFor flyers\, click here
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-120/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby\, BC V5E 3A5\, Canada and online via zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230214T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230214T150000
DTSTAMP:20230411T202144Z
CREATED:20221117T192851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T202144Z
UID:16712-1676366100-1676386800@pirs.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pathways to Childcare Careers
DESCRIPTION:Pathways toChildcareCareers\nOccupation-specific FREE Englishtraining program\nfor women interestedin working in the early learningand childcare field\nSeptember 12 – December 16\, 2022\n9:15 am to 3:00 pm (Mon\, Tues\, Thur\, Fri)\nMondays and Fridays –\n7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby(childminding and transit tickets provided);\nTuesdays and Thursdays – online\nOccupation-specific language classes\nTrauma-informed approaches to early learning\nEssential skills improvement\nEmployment counseling\nWork transition skills training\nCareer exploration\nConnection to work opportunities in the field\nPaid work experience (4 weeks)\nEligibility Criteria\nPermanent residents\, convention refugees or protected persons\nCLB 5 or equivalent in English (online assessment will be provided)\nAble to attend all program sessions\nDeadline to apply: August 31\, 2022\nCONTACT: Arlene Ordonez\nEmail: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |\nPhone: (778) 608-4168
URL:https://pirs.bc.ca/event/pathways-to-childcare-careers-172/
LOCATION:7485 Salisbury Ave\, Burnaby and Virtual
CATEGORIES:Get training and build leadership,Pathways to Childcare Careers
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