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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-8/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:Temporary Foreign Workers Hiring Process
DESCRIPTION:An information session for employers looking to hire Temporary Foreign Workers! \nJoin us in this information session and learn more on the hiring process from a Licensed Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant\, Evgeniya Bagina. \nIn this session you can expect to learn about: \n\nStrategic pathways for hiring temporary foreign workers\nLabour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) requirements and streams\nHiring temporary foreign workers under BCPNP Process\nRecent program updates\n\nAre you interested? Join us in person or online! \nREGISTER: workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/temporary-foreign-workers-hiring-process/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events,Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:One in Spirit Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Elder Randy Fred on a nature walk at Bowen Park\, where you will get the chance of hearing his story and the cultural significance of National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is an opportunity to hear about the culture and heritage of Indigenous Peoples in your community\, and connect with nature. \nThis is a safe space where everyone will be able to share their stories\, enjoy good company\, connect with nature\, and learn more about your community! \nJoin us until the end for a potluck and sharing of food! \nFor more information & registration: community@cvims.org \nWalk at Bowen Park – 11am to 12pm \nLunch at CVIMS office – 12:30pm to 2:00pm
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/one-in-spirit-walk/
LOCATION:Bowen Park Complex\, 500 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 1Z7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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