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SUMMARY:Five Acre Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a field trip filled with family fun! \nPaired with Nanaimo Foodshare\, come join us to this urban farm site in Nanaimo! The Five Acre Farm has been described as an educational urban farm and community classroom. Come with us and explore this community! \n\nLearn about soil & wetlands\nLearn about planting\, farming\, and growing your own food\nFilled of hands-on activities for everyone in the family\nMeet the bees\nEnjoy some of the tasty harvest\n\nFor more information or to REGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nTransportation support is available! \nDate: Friday\, August 2nd\, 2024 \nTime: 10:30am – 12:00pm \nLocation: 933 Park Avenue\, Nanaimo\, BC
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/five-acre-farm/
LOCATION:Park Avenue Farm\, 933 Park Avenue\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 4J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Holub":MAILTO:workshops@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Women's Health
DESCRIPTION:Join this information session to have your questions answered about health related questions that are women specific. Special guest – a professional and specialist in women’s wellbeing. This will be a safe space for women to ask questions they might have about health related issues and have access to information that is of crucial importance for overall wellbeing. \nFeel free to reach out if you have any further questions! \nREGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nDate: August 6\, 2024 \nTime: 1:00PM \nLocation: Room 21\, CVIMS office \n 
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/womens-health/
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:Wildwood Ecoforest
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on this fieldtrip for the entire family! \nLearn about the principles and practices of ecoforestry. In this fun and engaging trip you will learn about the work being done by the Ecoforestry Institute Society (EIS) and the property of Wildwood. Check out the nature\, plants\, forest animals and more! \nMore information or to REGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nUnfortunately\, transportation is not provided for this event. \nDate: Friday\, August 9\, 2024 \nTime: 10:30am – 12:00PM \nLocation: Wildwood Ecoforest – 2929 Crane Road\, Ladysmith \n 
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/wildwood-ecoforest/
LOCATION:Wildwood Ecoforest\, 2929 Crane Road\, Ladysmith\, British Columbia\, V9G 1C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Holub":MAILTO:workshops@cvims.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240814T170000
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SUMMARY:Education Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer looking to upgrade your skills to succeed in Canada’s in-demand sectors? Are you looking to get hands-on experience or apply to a VIU Program? \nThis information session is for you! Join us and learn about VIU Pathways for Newcomers Program. Find out more information about what the program offers\, if it is the right program for you\, what are the requirements\, and more! \nVIU Pathways for Newcomers is for those who are looking to upgrade their skills to get into VIU Programs. Participants will learn career skills\, get hands-on experiences\, and will help you succeed in your journey. \nREGISTER or more information – workshops@cvims.org \nDate: Wednesday\, August 14\, 2024 \nTime: 5:00 – 6:30PM \nLocation: Room 21\, CVIMS Office
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/education-pathways/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Holub":MAILTO:mholub@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Walk-In CRA Tax Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Whatever your questions might be\, come join us to receive guidance\, assistance and answers to your questions regarding the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in our Walk-In Tax Clinic \nWhat to Expect: \n\nTaxes: Get clarity on tax filing requirements\, deductions\, credits\, and deadlines\, ensuring compliance with CRA regulations while maximizing your tax benefits.\nGovernment Benefits and Credits: Learn about available government benefits\, such as the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)\, GST/HST credits\, and other income support programs\, and how to apply for them.\nGST/HST Guidelines: Understand the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) requirements for businesses and individuals\, including registration\, filing\, and remittance procedures.\nPension Plans and Retirement Savings: Explore pension plan options\, including the Canada Pension Plan (CPP)\, Old Age Security (OAS)\, and Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs)\, and how they impact your financial future.\nCRA My Account Assistance: Receive assistance with setting up and navigating your CRA My Account\, a secure online portal where you can manage your tax and benefit information conveniently.\n\nNo registration required! Simply drop by during the clinic hours to speak with our knowledgeable CRA experts. \nFor further information please contact workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/walk-in-cra-tax-clinic-2/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:Women's Health Info Session
DESCRIPTION:An information session about a new Women’s Mental Health Program! \nThis program is designed FOR YOU\, BY YOU! \nThis will be a safe and welcoming space for you to share your thoughts and ideas\, we want to hear them. Joining us\, will be Amelie Blanchard & Pauline Goh\, registered counsellors. \nREGISTER: info@cvims.org \nDate: Friday\, August 23\, 2024 \nTime: 1:00PM \nLocation: Room 9 at CVIMS
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/womens-health-info-session/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carey Karlsson":MAILTO:ckarlsson@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Family Sponsorship
DESCRIPTION:Join our information session and learn about the Family Sponsorship program. Find out the eligibility requirements \, the application process\, and more. \nIf you are considering about being an sponsor for your family\, learn about what the responsibilities are of an sponsor. \nFor more information or to REGISTER – workshops@cvims.org \nDate – Thursday\, August 29\, 2024 \nTime – 12:00 – 1:00pm \nLocation – Room 21\, CVIMS
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/family-sponsorship/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Holub":MAILTO:workshops@cvims.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240830T100000
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SUMMARY:Child Tax Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about filling the Canada Child Benefit form? Do you know what the Child Benefit is? Do you have any other tax related questions? \nJoin this workshop and learn about the Canada Child Benefit\, how to fill out the form. Also get answers to your tax-related question from a professional\, a person from Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). \nSpecial Guest – Lance Vaillancourt \nREGISTER: info@cvims.org \nDate: Friday\, August 30\, 2024 \nTime: 10am – 12pm \nLocation: CVIMS Office
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/child-tax-clinic/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carey Karlsson":MAILTO:ckarlsson@cvims.org
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