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SUMMARY:SWIS Pre-Teen Camp
DESCRIPTION:The SWIS Pre-teen Camp is the perfect summer opportunity for children ages 10 to 12 to explore new interests\, build friendships\, and have a ton of fun in a safe and inclusive space! \nCampers will take part in a variety of exciting activities like games\, sports\, music\, crafts\, and team-building challenges — all designed to support confidence\, creativity\, and community. Looking to connect with others and enjoy a fun-filled summer experience\, JOIN US NOW! \nLimited spots available – register early!Email: SWIS@cvims.orgA $20 refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot. \nDates: July 29 – August 1
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/swis-pre-teen-camp-4/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SWIS Team":MAILTO:swis@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Summer Sports Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun summer activity to do with friends? Come hang out at the school gym and join our Summer Sports Club! \nStay active this summer\, make new friends\, hang out with old ones. Play volleyball\, basketball\, badminton and more! No experience required\, all skill levels are welcome! \nYouth ages 12 – 18. \nREGISTER:  https://forms.office.com/r/6Xf3tUNWX5 \nAt Wellington Secondary School Gym – July 9\, 16\, & 23 \nAt Departure Bay School Gym – August 6 & 13
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/summer-sports-club-4/
LOCATION:Departure Bay School\, 3004 Departure Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9T 1B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eutah Mizushima":MAILTO:emizushima@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Cedar Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun day filled with knowledge! Come to Saysutshun Island and participate in this hands-on experience led by knowledge keeper\, David Bodaly. Learn about the culture and history of the land and its people through the materials and technique of Cedar Weaving. Traditional cedar weaving was and still is an important practice for Coast Salish Peoples. It is used to create various items like baskets\, mats\, and clothing\, connecting people to their cultural heritage. \nTransportation and activity are FREE for CVIMS clients!  \nSPACE IS LIMITED and PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED\, no later than August 6th. \nDate: Friday\, August 8th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 – 3:30pm \nRegister: workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/cedar-weaving-2/
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Holub":MAILTO:workshops@cvims.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250811T170000
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SUMMARY:Library Youth Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a fun way to spend your free time? Join our Library Youth Club and dive into a world of creativity\, games\, and movies!  \n\n🎨 Art Fun: Enjoy drawing\, painting\, and crafting. We have all the supplies you need! \n\n\n🎲 Board Games: Play cool board games with your friends. We have many games to choose from! \n\n\n🎬 Movies: Watch movies with us. We have the latest films and classic favorites! \n\n\n🕹️ And More: We also have special events and activities. You will always find something new and exciting! \n\nREGISTER: https://forms.office.com/r/6Xf3tUNWX5 \nDay: Every Monday\, from May 12 – August 25 \nTime: 5:00 – 7:00pm \nLocation: Creative Commons – Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/library-youth-club-33/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island Regional Library\, 90 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 5G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eutah Mizushima":MAILTO:emizushima@cvims.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T183000
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SUMMARY:VIU Pathways to Postsecondary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this information session on this program for anyone who needs to take Adult Basic Education (ABE) or English Language Learning (ELL) to get into VIU programs. A great program for those looking to upgrade their skills and succeed in Canada’s in-demand sectors! \nYou tell us what VIU program you want to take\, and we help you make it happen! \nREGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nDate: Tuesday\, August 12\, 2025 \nTime: 5:00 – 6:30pm \nLocation: In-person or Zoom
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/viu-pathways-to-postsecondary/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:Summer Sports Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun summer activity to do with friends? Come hang out at the school gym and join our Summer Sports Club! \nStay active this summer\, make new friends\, hang out with old ones. Play volleyball\, basketball\, badminton and more! No experience required\, all skill levels are welcome! \nYouth ages 12 – 18. \nREGISTER:  https://forms.office.com/r/6Xf3tUNWX5 \nAt Wellington Secondary School Gym – July 9\, 16\, & 23 \nAt Departure Bay School Gym – August 6 & 13
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/summer-sports-club-5/
LOCATION:Departure Bay School\, 3004 Departure Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9T 1B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eutah Mizushima":MAILTO:emizushima@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Library Youth Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a fun way to spend your free time? Join our Library Youth Club and dive into a world of creativity\, games\, and movies!  \n\n🎨 Art Fun: Enjoy drawing\, painting\, and crafting. We have all the supplies you need! \n\n\n🎲 Board Games: Play cool board games with your friends. We have many games to choose from! \n\n\n🎬 Movies: Watch movies with us. We have the latest films and classic favorites! \n\n\n🕹️ And More: We also have special events and activities. You will always find something new and exciting! \n\nREGISTER: https://forms.office.com/r/6Xf3tUNWX5 \nDay: Every Monday\, from May 12 – August 25 \nTime: 5:00 – 7:00pm \nLocation: Creative Commons – Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/library-youth-club-34/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island Regional Library\, 90 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 5G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eutah Mizushima":MAILTO:emizushima@cvims.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250819T150000
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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-12/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250825T170000
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SUMMARY:Library Youth Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a fun way to spend your free time? Join our Library Youth Club and dive into a world of creativity\, games\, and movies!  \n\n🎨 Art Fun: Enjoy drawing\, painting\, and crafting. We have all the supplies you need! \n\n\n🎲 Board Games: Play cool board games with your friends. We have many games to choose from! \n\n\n🎬 Movies: Watch movies with us. We have the latest films and classic favorites! \n\n\n🕹️ And More: We also have special events and activities. You will always find something new and exciting! \n\nREGISTER: https://forms.office.com/r/6Xf3tUNWX5 \nDay: Every Monday\, from May 12 – August 25 \nTime: 5:00 – 7:00pm \nLocation: Creative Commons – Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/library-youth-club-35/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island Regional Library\, 90 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 5G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eutah Mizushima":MAILTO:emizushima@cvims.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250827T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250827T170000
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SUMMARY:Workplace Safety
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an information session on what you need to know about being safe at work! This session will cover essential knowledge and skills to ensure workplace safety in Canada\, empowering you with the necessary tools to recognize and address potential hazards in the work environment. \nLearn about safety rules specific to the workplace in British Columbia\, who is responsible for those rules and employees safety\, the right to refuse unsafe work\, accidents at work and how to report them. \nDon’t leave it to guess\, learn from Helen Chandler\, Industry and Program Specialist WorkSafeBC. \nRegister: workshops@cvims.org \nDate and time: Wednesday\, August 27\, 2025 from 4:00 to 5:00pm
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/workplace-safety-2/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events
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