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
Staying Active and Fit at Home During COVID19 -於疫情間在家保持活躍的簡單運動
Learn about staying active and fit at home during the COVID 19. If you are a Cantonese speaking immigrant living in BC, join this free webinar. Cont...
Cantonese
May 26th and June 2nd, 2020
10 am - 11 am
Online
Staying Active and Fit at Home During COVID19 - 于疫情间在家保持活跃的简单运动
Are you a Mandarin speaking immigrant living in BC? Join this free online workshop to learn about how to stay active and fit at home during COVID 19. ...
Mandarin
May 28th and June 4th, 2020
2 pm - 3 pm
Online
Clear Communication for the Workplace (Cohort 1)
The overarching goal of this comprehensive, 6 week, online, Clear Communication for the Workplace course is to help participants communicate clearly and effectively...
English
Jun 08, 2020 - July 18, 2020
4~5 hours per week
Online
Permanent Resident Card Renewal Application 永久居民卡續期申請須知
Do you need to renew you PR Card lately? Online Mandarin PR Card Renewal Workshop will take place on Friday May 29, 2020 from 2-3 pm. We will cover eligibility and ...
Mandarin
May 29th, 2020
2 pm - 3pm
Online
BC-TRS and Rental Assistance Program
Learn how to find social benefits in Canada. If you are a Vietnamese speaking immigrant living in BC, Canada, join this free webinar.
Vietnamese
June 19, 2020
2 pm - 4 pm
Online
The Importance of Writing a Will in Canada - أهمية كتابة الوصية ف يكندا
Do you want to learn how to make a will in Canada? If you are an Arabic speaking immigrant living in BC, join this free online workshop to learn the importance of w...
Arabic
May 30th, 2020
11 am - 12 pm
Online
Labour Market Trends 战“疫”期间找工作:劳动就业市场解析
Are you a Mandarin speaking immigrant living in BC, Canada and looking for a job? Join this free online workshop to learn about the labour market trends in BC. ...
Mandarin
May 27th, 2020
10 am - 11 am
Online
Health Care in BC
Update! BC’s Non-Medical COVID-19 Hotline in 110 Languages Every country has a different medical system. Every province in Canada also has some dif...
English
Nov 23, 2018 - March 31, 2021
20 minutes
Online
Canadian Citizenship Orientation and Preparation
Are you planning to apply for Canadian Citizenship or already in the process of application? Are you preparing for the citizenship test? This self-help ...
English
May 28, 2018 - March 31, 2020
Self-paced
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, 2021
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, 2021
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, 2021
24 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, 2021
14 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, 2021
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. &nbs...
English
Oct 13, 2017 - March 31, 2021
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, 2021
13 min
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, 2021
16 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, 2021
16 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. Registr...
English
Jun 13, 2016 - March 31, 2021
22 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, 2021
11 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, 2021
17 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, 2021
20 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, 2021
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, 2021
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, 2021
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, 2021
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, 2021
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, 2021
21 minutes
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, 2021
15 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, 2021
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 anot...
English
Jul 01, 2017 - March 31, 2021
18 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 need to understand what rights employees are given. Th...
English
Sep 12, 2017 - March 31, 2021
20 minutes
Online
