Workshops & Programs
We welcome all newcomers to take advantage of our services. The Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program is a great way to learn about and enhance your experience of settling and integrating into your new community.
PROGRAM TYPES
Service Type
Location
Volunteering at Greater Vancouver Food Bank
Come and join us together in food distribution volunteer activity in The Greater Vancouver Food Bank! If you are an immigrant living in BC, welcome to join our amaz...
English
June 30, 2023
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Online
Amazon: Hiring Information Session
Would you like to know more about Amazon hiring information? If you are an immigrant living in BC, you are welcome to join this free online Employer Engagement Sess...
English
June 16, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Online
Recycle Right in Vancouver - 认识温哥华的废物回收系统
Would you like to learn more about Recycle Right in Vancouver? If you are a Mandarin-speaking immigrant living in BC, welcome to join our free online workshop in Ma...
Mandarin
June 19, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Online
How to Become a Mortgage Broker in BC
Are you interested in becoming a Mortgage Broker in BC? If you are a new immigrant living in BC aged (15-30), you are welcome to join this free online webinar serie...
English
June 14, 2023
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Online
Custodian Jobs in Coquitlam SD43
Are you interested in becoming a Custodian in Coquitlam SD43? If you are a new immigrant living in BC aged (15-30), you are welcome to join this free online webinar...
English
June 21, 2023
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Online
Common Oral Diseases and Treatment for Seniors 长者常见的口腔疾病与治疗
Are you concerned about your oral health? Join our online Mandarin workshop and hear from a professional dentist. 您在担心自己的口腔健康吗？快来参...
Mandarin
June 23, 2023
10 AM - 11:30 AM
Online
Useful Apps and Websites for English Self-Study 实用英语学习应用和网站
Do you know want to learn some useful apps and websites for English self-study? You are welcome to join this free online/in-person workshop. 您想学习一些...
June 20, 2023 - June 24, 2023
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Online
How to Organize Documents on iOS Smartphones and Tablets
Do you want to learn how to organize documents on your iPhone or iPad? Join our free Mandarin workshop in small setting. You can choose either online or offline ...
Mandarin
June 02, 2023 - June 17, 2023
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Richmond
Digital Literacy and English Language Course for Beginners
Do you want to learn to use digital devices and improve your English skills simultaneously? This in-person course will guide you to improve both skills. 想要...
English
April 17, 2023 - June 8, 2023
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Richmond
Family Literacy Program - 2023 Spring Schedule
Join a free IN-PERSON drop-in program for parents and caregivers and their children (Ages 1-5) to play and learn together: stories, songs and interactive learning i...
English
April 3rd, 2023 - June 30th, 2023
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Surrey & Fraser Valley
Free Science World Admission-Info. Session | 免費參觀科學館-信息分享
Join us in this informational session to learn about free admission to the Science World. If you are a Mandarin-speaking immigrant living in BC, you are welcome to ...
Mandarin
January 9, 2023
3:30 PM - 4:30 AM
Online
Hidden Techniques of iPad iPad 隐藏技巧学习
What do you usually use your iPad for? If you are interested to learn some hidden techniques of iPad, you are welcome to join this free online workshop. 你的苹...
Mandarin
December 3, 2022 - December 16, 2022
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Online
Free Settlement Services for Newcomers to Canada
Free Settlement Services for Newcomers to Canada / БЕСПЛАТНЫЕ УСЛУГИ ПО АДАПТАЦИИ И ОБУСТРОЙСТВУ ДЛЯ ВНОВЬ ПРИБ...
Russian, Ukrainian
From April 20, 2022
9 AM - 5 PM
Surrey & Fraser Valley
Working in BC
(Please note that this cohort is the last program before April 2019.) Are you working or planning to work in BC? Do you know your rights and responsibilities...
English
Mar 04, 2019 - March 31, 2024
Online
Health Care in BC
Every country has a different medical system. Every province in Canada also has some difference in the medical system. Understanding what the Health Ins...
English
Nov 23, 2018 - March 31, 2024
20 minutes
Online
Political Participation in BC
Do you want to understand how BC Governments are operating and how you can participate in politics in BC? This webinar will help you better understand...
English
Mar 28, 2019 - March 31, 2024
15 minutes
Online
Protecting the Environment
All immigrants need to learn how Canadians are mindful of their use of natural resources and how we can protect environment together. This short orientation w...
English
Apr 19, 2017 - March 31, 2024
12 minutes
Online
Transportation in Metro Vancouver
Are you afraid of taking the public transit in Metro Vancouver because you are not sure about how to use it? Or do you simply want to learn more about the Met...
English
Jan 05, 2018 - March 31, 2024
24 minutes
Online
Working in Accounting and Finance in BC (CPA BC)
What is your career goal in Canada? Are you good at numbers and details? Are you considering accounting field seriously? CPA BC (Chartered Professional Accou...
English
Apr 20, 2017 - March 31, 2024
20 minutes
Online
Job Readiness and Life Skills
This webinar will help you to better understand the concepts of Job Readiness and Life Skills, identify barriers to employment, strengths you already poss...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2024
14 minutes
Online
Managing Your Finances
Are you new to BC? Navigating banking and taxation systems in a new place can be challenging. This webinar will help you to better understand:&...
English
Sep 16, 2017 - March 31, 2024
17 minutes
Online
Kindergarten to Grade 12 Education in BC
Are you new to BC? Do you have children attending schools? This webinar will help you to better understand: the Kindergarten to Grade 12 education system ...
English
Sep 07, 2017 - March 31, 2024
11 minutes
Online
Public Transportation in BC
This webinar will help you to better understand public transportation in BC, transit fares, subsidized transit passes and accessible transit. ...
English
Jun 13, 2016 - March 31, 2024
22 minutes
Online
Residential Tenancy Act of BC
This webinar will provide you with an overview of the BC Residential Tenancy Act, landlord and tenant responsibilities, and how to deal with any issues that arise d...
English
Jun 13, 2016 - March 31, 2024
16 minutes
Online
International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES)
This webinar discusses British Columbia Institute of Technology’s (BCIT) International Credential Evaluation Service and explains why evaluations can be evaluated...
English
Sep 07, 2017 - March 31, 2024
16 minutes
Online
How to Gain Canadian Work Experience
Are you new to BC and Canada? Are you planning to find a job? Most of decent employers will require you to have at least one year Canadian work experien...
English
Oct 13, 2017 - March 31, 2024
13 minutes
Online
Professional Development Networking and Job Search Skills
Are you new to BC? Do you need to get a job? Here is the important information that you might have missed when you try to find a job in BC. This...
English
Oct 13, 2017 - March 31, 2024
14 minutes
Online
Resumes and Cover Letters
Learn about the tips of how to write resumes and cover letters effectively. This recorded webinar will provide you with strategies to plan and create ef...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2024
13 min
Online
Canadian Workplace Culture
This webinar will help you to better understand Canadian Workplace Culture and discover how ways of thinking, behaving or working vary from workplace to workplace; ...
English
Sep 07, 2017 - March 31, 2024
15 minutes
Online
Credential Recognition Process
This webinar will help you to better understand the Credential Recognition Process and identify that the credential assessment process may be initiated prior to you...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2024
12 minutes
Online
BC Labour Market
This webinar will help you to better understand the BC labour market outlook, the largest sectors in BC, regional differences in employment, and labour market resou...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2024
11 minutes
Online
Alternative Career Pathways
Are you planning to change your job? Do you want to learn about changing career path? This webinar will help you better understand Alternative Career P...
English
Sep 11, 2017 - March 31, 2024
9 minutes
Online
Educational Opportunities and Supports
This webinar will help you to better understand Educational Opportunities and Supports including the benefits of formal training in your field of interest,...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2024
23 minutes
Online
Community Employment Programs
This webinar will help you to better understand Community Employment Programs including the Employment Programs of BC, Case Management and Self Service options, Wor...
English
May 16, 2018 - March 31, 2024
12 minutes
Online
British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA)
Are you looking for a job in the construction industry? This webinar discusses the BC Construction industry including current job opportunities as well as the BCCA...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2024
21 minutes
Online
Employee Rights in BC
Are you new to BC? Do you know your rights as an employee living in BC? Immigrants and employers alike should be aware of the rights that employees are entit...
English
Sep 12, 2017 - March 31, 2024
20 minutes
Online
Finding Housing in BC
This webinar will outline the different steps involved in renting or buying housing in BC. It will also provide you with information about subsidized housing and co...
English
Oct 17, 2017 - March 31, 2024
20 minutes
Online
Drivers License in BC
Are you new to Canada and BC? Do you need a driver license?This short webinar will help you better understand transferring your driver’s license from anothe...
English
Jul 01, 2017 - March 31, 2024
18 minutes
Online
