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
Learn About Renting In Canada
ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਿਰਾਏ ਤੇ ਲੈਣ ਬਾਰੇ ਜਾਣੋ Learn About Renting In Canada **Free Workshop in English & Punjabi ...
English and Punjabi
February 25, 2019
6 pm - 8 pm
Surrey & Fraser Valley
T&T Job Fair
Learn about getting a job at T&T at the T&T Job Fair. Bring your RESUME and prepare for interviews. Please be on time! Available Po...
English
March 8, 2019
10 am - 1 pm
Surrey & Fraser Valley
Orientation on PR Card Renewal Application
(This free workshop is delivered in Mandarin) Are you a newcomer to Canada and are looking into renewing your Permanent Residency Card? Are you confused about th...
Mandarin
2019-03-08
10 am - 12 pm
Vancouver
Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) program for Health Professionals
This is a Free Labour Market Information Workshop for Internationally Trained Nurses and Health Professionals who wish to move back into careers that match their sk...
English
March 15, 2019
10 am - 12 pm
Surrey & Fraser Valley
Information about the Housing Market
Do you want to learn about the real estate market in BC as a Farsi speaking newcomer? This information workshop may provide you important information that you...
English and Farsi
February 27, 2019
6 - 8 pm
Burnaby & New Westminster
Applying for Canadian Citizenship - 캐나다 시민권 신청 요령
Do you have a plan to apply for Canadian Citizenship? Do you know how to fill out the application form? Join us to learn about applying for Canadian Citizenship. ...
Korean
March 13, 2019
10 am - 12 pm
Richmond
Preparing a Will and Estate Planning 재산 상속법 관련 유언장 작성법
(This workshop is delivered in Korean) Do you know about wills? Do you know why you should make a will? Join us to learn about wills and an overview of Estate Plai...
Korean
March 4, 2019
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Burnaby & New Westminster
Life Insurance: What are my options? (Tagalog & English)
Life insurance is often considered as additional expenses for a lot of newcomers especially for those who have not found sources of income. While it is importa...
Tagalog and English
March 16, 2019
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Surrey & Fraser Valley
How to File the 2018 Personal Income Tax Return
(This workshop is delivered in Korean) Are you new to BC? All residents in Canada need to file their income tax return annually. The income tax return filing can b...
Korean
March 8, 2019
10 am - 12 pm
Vancouver
We Need Volunteers
We are looking for you to join our ISIP volunteer team! Would you like to: Volunteer in an office or classroom environment? Share your talent and...
English
Jan. 21, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Vancouver
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
March 04, 2019 - March 15, 2019
Any time
Online
We Volunteer Here Youth Series
Are you interested in volunteering? Do you want to meet new people? Then attend our We Volunteer Here series where you will attend 3 volunteer events in the communi...
English
January 1, 2019 - March 31, 2019
Surrey & Fraser Valley
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, 2019
20 minutes
Online
Newcomer Youth Settlement Services
Newcomer Youth Settlement Services (NYSS) are services available to help youth settle and integrate into life in the Lower Mainland. These services allow youth...
English, Punjabi and Hindi
July 2018 - March 2019
Surrey & Fraser Valley
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, 2019
Self-paced
Online
Political Participation in BC
Politics affects our daily life. True democracy can be achieved only when majority of people living in the country understand how the government works and how they ...
English
Apr 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
15 minutes
Online
Protecting the Environment
BC is known for its natural beauty. We must be mindful of our use of natural resources in order to protect the environment. Everything we do has an impact on the fu...
English
Apr 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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
April 4, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2019 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2019 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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. ...
English
April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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
April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
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 Account...
English
Apr 20, 2017 - March 31, 2019
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 ...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2019
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 res...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2019
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 Pa...
English
Sep 11, 2017 - March 31, 2019
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,&n...
English
May 31, 2016 - March 31, 2019
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, 2019
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, 2019
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 workplac...
English
Sep 07, 2017 - March 31, 2019
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 ...
English
Oct 17, 2017 - March 31, 2019
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, 2019
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. This...
English
Sep 12, 2017 - March 31, 2019
20 minutes
Online
