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SUMMARY:CRA Tax Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Taxes? Got questions? Make an appointment to attend the CRA Tax Clinic and get one-on-one guidance\, assistance and answers to your questions regarding taxes and the Canada Revenue Agency. \nGet assistance on: \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\nContact your Settlement Worker to REGISTER \nAPPOINTMENTS ARE LIMITED
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/cra-tax-clinic-5/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:CRA or Service Canada?
DESCRIPTION:Do you know the difference between the Canada Revenue Agency and Service Canada? \nCome to our information session and learn what is the difference between these service providers. Understand the difference between the roles and responsibilities each organization has to better navigate the Canadian government. \nTopics include: \n\nIntroduction to Service Canada – services related to employment\, pensions\, insurance\, social programs.\nOverview of the Canada Revenue Agency – taxes\, benefits\, enforcement\nUnderstanding which agency to contact for specific services\nPractical tips on navigating both agencies\n\nMake sure to REGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nDate: Wednesday\, January 15\, 2024 \nTime: 5-7pm
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/cra-or-service-canada/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:Art Therapy
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help you explore and express your emotions through creativity in a safe and supportive environment. The 8-week Art Therapy workshop is a drop-in group that is open to all skill levels. There will be a new theme explored each week with the guidance from Amélie Blanchard\, a Registered Art Therapist and Pauline Goh\, Clinical Counsellor. \nDates: Fridays from January 17 to March 7\, 2025 \nTime: 10am – 12pm \nInterested? REGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nLook at the themes for each week:  \n\nJanuary 17: Goals and Visions\nJanuary 24: Stress Management\nJanuary 31: Boundary Setting\nFebruary 7: Anger Management\nFebruary 14: Couples Communication\nFebruary 21: Grief and Loss\nFebruary 28: Self -Care\nMarch 7: Women’s Wisdom Circle
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/art-therapy/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250117T160000
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SUMMARY:Stronghold - Men's Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a safe space to help you navigate the struggles or stress of everyday life? \nWe have partnered with The Men’s Centre to create a safe space for men to come together\, share their struggles\, connect with others\, and learn how to deal with the hassle of everyday life. This is a space to build resilience\, gain clarity\, and create bonds with others that share the same ideals. \nWeekly meetings from January 17 to March 28\, 2025. \nTo register – aalfakosh@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/stronghold-mens-group/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ammar Alfakosh":MAILTO:aalfakosh@cvims.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250124T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T215010Z
UID:17736-1737712800-1737720000@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Art Therapy
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help you explore and express your emotions through creativity in a safe and supportive environment. The 8-week Art Therapy workshop is a drop-in group that is open to all skill levels. There will be a new theme explored each week with the guidance from Amélie Blanchard\, a Registered Art Therapist and Pauline Goh\, Clinical Counsellor. \nDates: Fridays from January 17 to March 7\, 2025 \nTime: 10am – 12pm \nInterested? REGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nLook at the themes for each week:  \n\nJanuary 17: Goals and Visions\nJanuary 24: Stress Management\nJanuary 31: Boundary Setting\nFebruary 7: Anger Management\nFebruary 14: Couples Communication\nFebruary 21: Grief and Loss\nFebruary 28: Self -Care\nMarch 7: Women’s Wisdom Circle
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/art-therapy-2/
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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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to celebrate the Lunar New Year! Join us for an afternoon of full of dance\, crafts\, and fun to ring in the year of the snake! \nThis is a free event open to anyone. For more information\, contact: edi@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/lunar-new-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Harbourfrount Library\, 90 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R5G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jansait Qughondouqa":MAILTO:community@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Art Therapy
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help you explore and express your emotions through creativity in a safe and supportive environment. The 8-week Art Therapy workshop is a drop-in group that is open to all skill levels. There will be a new theme explored each week with the guidance from Amélie Blanchard\, a Registered Art Therapist and Pauline Goh\, Clinical Counsellor. \nDates: Fridays from January 17 to March 7\, 2025 \nTime: 10am – 12pm \nInterested? REGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nLook at the themes for each week:  \n\nJanuary 17: Goals and Visions\nJanuary 24: Stress Management\nJanuary 31: Boundary Setting\nFebruary 7: Anger Management\nFebruary 14: Couples Communication\nFebruary 21: Grief and Loss\nFebruary 28: Self -Care\nMarch 7: Women’s Wisdom Circle
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/art-therapy-3/
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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UID:17830-1738332000-1738339200@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Stronghold - Men's Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a safe space to help you navigate the struggles or stress of everyday life? \nWe have partnered with The Men’s Centre to create a safe space for men to come together\, share their struggles\, connect with others\, and learn how to deal with the hassle of everyday life. This is a space to build resilience\, gain clarity\, and create bonds with others that share the same ideals. \nWeekly meetings from January 17 to March 28\, 2025. \nTo register – aalfakosh@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/stronghold-mens-group-2/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ammar Alfakosh":MAILTO:aalfakosh@cvims.org
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