Workshops and training that build skills and connections

Navigating family law in a new country can be overwhelming. Learn how family law works in British Columbia and across Canada. Presented with the Justice Education Society (JES). Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants.

Learn why making a will matters, how wills work in BC, and how to make sure assets and loved ones are taken care of. Presented with the Justice Education Society (JES). Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants.

Identify common scams, learn how to avoid exploitation, and know what steps to take if you or someone you know has been targeted. Presented with the Justice Education Society (JES). Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants.

Spot early signs of workplace harassment, learn how to protect yourself and others, and how to report concerns safely and confidently. Presented with the Justice Education Society (JES). Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Have a Canadian citizenship test coming up? Prepare with classes based on Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Tue Oct 20, Thurs Oct 22, Tue Oct 27

Hosted by Masoud Manzouri, a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, this workshop covers work permit extensions and PR applications for refugee claimants and Convention refugees. Eligibility: Protected Persons, Refugee Claimants, Convention Refugees.

Learn what high blood pressure is, how it affects your health, and simple steps to prevent and manage it. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

A group for parents of newborns and toddlers. Learn how to keep your baby and toddler healthy through diet and good oral health. In partnership with Island Health. Eligibility: Permanent Residents, Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Asylum Seekers, Naturalized Citizens.

Hosted by Nesting Doula Collective. Learn about having a healthy pregnancy, labour and birth, and how to care for a newborn. In partnership with Island Health. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Asylum Seekers, Naturalized Citizens, Permanent Residents.

An activity and fitness class for newcomer adults to exercise, learn to move safely, and meet other newcomers. In partnership with Saanich Parks, Recreation & Community Services. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, CUAET Visa Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Enhance your mental, physical, and social well-being by spending time with friendly pets. Presented with the Pacific Animal Therapy Society (PATS). Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, CUAET Visa Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Take part in activities and learn new skills with other 2SLGBTQIA+ members. Learn new ways to take care of yourself and others. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Take part in activities and learn new skills with other men. Learn new ways to take care of yourself and others. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Meet other immigrant women, build friendships, and find community. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Take a coffee break and stay for informal conversations. Meet people, play games, and practise your English. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, CUAET Visa Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Take a coffee break with us and stay for fun conversations. Meet people and practise your English. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, CUAET Visa Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.

Take a coffee break with us and stay for fun conversations. Meet people and practise your English. Eligibility: Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, CUAET Visa Holders, Refugee Claimants, Permanent Residents.