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Library Champion Registration – New Westminster Public Library

New Westminster Public Library Information Session
Thursday 9 January 2025 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm

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Creating awareness of Library and Settlement Services for Newcomers to BC. Connecting newcomers to local events. Sharing stories, experiences and knowledge.

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31 Oct

Enjoy the fireworks of #Halloween with the City of Richmond. Head to Minoru Park tonight to enjoy!

#RichmondBC @Richmond_BC

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31 Oct

Donate your unused coats the annual Bundle Up Campaign! @DIVERSEcityBC

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31 Oct

This is a great introduction to #literacy for people of all ages!

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31 Oct

Do you have a good idea to shape Canada’s workforce? Submit your proposal to @fsc_ccf_en and get your idea off the ground and running!

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Are you curious about post-secondary education in BC? Join this Impact North Shore workshop. ... See MoreSee Less

Post-Secondary Education | Impact North Shore

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Hear from representatives from local universities and colleges to prepare for post-secondary. Presented in English with support in Farsi, Mandarin,...

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Are you a newcomer living in #victoriabc? Join this Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria Job Search for Newcomers Workshops! at ICA! From mastering networking strategies to acing job interviews, they have you covered.Are you a newcomer ready to take your career journey to the next level? Join us this November for our Job Search for Newcomers Workshops at ICA! From mastering networking strategies to acing job interviews, we've got you covered every step of the way.Location: ICA, 808 Douglas Street, Meeting Room 424CLB 4 or LINC 5 Level or higher requiredOpen to All ICA ClientsDon't miss out on this opportunity!REGISTER TODAY:Contact: Alla Balatska, our Employment Client AdvisorEmail: abalatska@icavictoria.orgCall: 250-388-4728 ext. 2154Visit www.icavictoria.org/employment-services for more details.#jobsearch #employment #careergrowth #resume #coverletter #interviewtips #networking #jobhunt #careerdevelopment #jobseeker #jobtips #hiring #jobmarket #newjob #careeradvice #jobopportunity #jobseeking #workshops #professionaldevelopment #jobinterview #careerbuilding #careerpath #jobsearching #jobtraining #careersuccess #jobseekers #jobskills ... See MoreSee Less

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With so many regional dialects, how is modern Standard Chinese unified? Delve into the history of "Standard Chinese" with Dr. Szu-Wei Chen. Conducted in Mandarin.What's So Standard about Standard Chinese趣談"國語"形成Nov 8 | 3:15pm | Vancouver Public Library Central Librarybuff.ly/4fzYyOT ... See MoreSee Less

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Laurentian University - Université Laurentienne invites Workers Serving Immigrant and Refugee Communities to participate in this online survey.About the ProjectThis national survey aims to understand the role of workers who play a crucial part in supporting the settlement, integration, and social inclusion of newcomers in Canada. We refer to these individuals as Cultural Brokers (CBs). CBs act as essential links between immigrants and the services designed to help them, bridging cultural and systemic gaps that newcomers often face. Learn more about Cultural Brokers and their significant impact on the community.Who They're Looking to Hear FromThey are specifically reaching out to individuals in roles that directly support the integration and well-being of immigrants and refugeesby facilitating access to settlement, health and social services.How to ParticipateIf you or someone in your organization is interested in participating, or if you know someone who might be, please have them reach out to us by sending their contact information to surveynationalculturalbrokersproject@laurentian.ca or by phone at 1-888-679-4404 or 514-581-9067.Confidentiality and Voluntary ParticipationThis research study is confidential, and participation is entirely voluntary. The study has been reviewed and approved by the Laurentian University Research Ethics Board (Ethics number 6021268). ... See MoreSee Less

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Invitation de participation à un projet de recherche avec les personnes immigrantes francophones provenant de l’Afrique et habitant en Colombie-Britannique (C.-B.). La participation consiste à passer une entrevue de 60 à 90 minutes pour partager l’expérience de la pandémie de la COVID-19 en C.-B.Tous les participants et toutes les participantes vont recevoir une compensation de 50 CAD pour leur temps. La recherche est menée dans le cadre de mon postdoctorat au Pacific Institute on Pathogens, Pandemics and Society (PIPPS), à Simon Fraser University (SFU), en partenariat avec RésoSanté C.-B. et Centre d’intégration pour immigrants africains (CIIA).Les personnes intéressées peuvent me contacter à l’adresse courriel franco-research@sfu.ca ou par téléphone 236-863-8612.#newtobc #immigrantsurvey #frenchspeakingimmigrant ... See MoreSee Less

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Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English? You are invited to join our in-person conversation group for immigrants aged 55+! This instructor-led conversation circle (Tuesdays, October 29–December 3) is an opportunity to meet other newcomers and volunteers from the community, and to practise your English in a casual and welcoming environment.

Join @impactnorthshore:

Where: Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St, North Vancouver
Date: November 19
When: 1:00 - 2:30pm

https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/immigrant-seniors-learning-circle-beginner-basic-level/

Join the Vancouver Public Library’s Skilled Immi

Join the Vancouver Public Library’s Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre for an empowering panel discussion where successful refugee women share their stories of overcoming challenges and achieving their professional goals in Canada. Connect, network, and gain inspiration to kickstart your own journey toward success!

This is a panel discussion followed by a networking event for refugee women.

November 16 | 5:00 - 7:00pm | @vancouverpubliclibrary Central Branch

https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/inspiring-journeys-refugee-women-thriving-in-canada/

Practice speaking English in a fun, casual environ

Practice speaking English in a fun, casual environment playing board games!

All English language learners are welcome.

November 27 | 2:00 - 3:00pm | @surreylibraries Semiahmoo Branch

https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/english-language-learning-board-games/

Behind the Curtain: What Does a Career in Music Lo

Behind the Curtain: What Does a Career in Music Look Like Today?

Take a look behind the curtain, and learn what life in the music industry looks like in 2024. Join us for an insightful panel discussion led by @westvanlibrary's Sound Artist in Residence, @samlynchmusic, where local artists, producers, and music professionals share their personal journeys in the industry. Hear firsthand about the challenges, successes, and unique paths that they’ve navigated.

https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/behind-the-curtain-what-does-a-career-in-music-look-like-today/

#westvan #westvanlibrary #music #musiccareer #soundartist

Join the @bowenislandpubliclibrary Library Board – Apply by Nov 8, 2024

Bowen Island Municipality and Bowen Island Public Library are seeking applications from Bowen Island residents interested in joining the Bowen Island Public Library Board. We are seeking applications from members of the public with diverse skills and interests who are committed to the ideals of open and equitable access to information through public library service. https://bowenlibrary.ca/library-information/board/

#bowenislandbc #bowenisland #librarylife

Climate Action Week starts today! Learn how you

Climate Action Week starts today!

Learn how you can participate with these @surreylibraries events! https://tinyurl.com/5n7939jz

#surreybc #surrey604 #surreylibraries #climateactionweek2024

The Surrey Youth Newcomer Council (SYNC/ @surreyyn

The Surrey Youth Newcomer Council (SYNC/ @surreyync) is seeking new members!

The #SYNC is a community of Surrey youth (14-28 years old) who are passionate about making the @@thecityofsurrey a better place to live in for #newcomer #youth. Their goals include representing and amplifying the voices of newcomer youth before various levels of government, providing career empowerment and job search workshops, and organizing online and in-person events to foster a community among young newcomers in Surrey. SYNC will support opportunities for youth to convene, connect across cultures, share their experiences and perspectives, and build leadership skills.

Application deadline: November 6.

https://tinyurl.com/cacz9rjw

@surreylip #surreybc #surrey604 #surreyyouth #youthempowerment #youthdevelopment

Wishing you a very happy Diwali from all of us her

Wishing you a very happy Diwali from all of us here at NewToBC!

Learn ways to prepare your garden for fall and win

Learn ways to prepare your garden for fall and winter that will increase 🌿 biodiversity in the spring. Presented in partnership with Darts Hill Garden.

Preparing your Garden: Fall and Winter

Tue, Nov 5 | 3:30–4:30pm | Semiahmoo branch @surreylibraries

This event is for adults.

Register to save your spot: https://ow.ly/S3C450TTUqp

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