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SUMMARY:Family Lounge
DESCRIPTION:For parents and children ages 4 – 7 years old . \nJoin the SWIS team each week for an afternoon filled with fun! Enjoy crafts\, games\, music\, and lots of fun! \nPlease REGISTER: swis@cvims.org \nEvery Wednesday\, from September 10 – 24. \n4:30 – 5:30pm
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/family-lounge-5/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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SUMMARY:Resumes - Employment Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to start a new career? Need help with the application process? Have never written a resume ? Join our Resume employment workshop and learn all you need to know to stand out to employers in the Canadian job market. \nIn this workshop you can expect to: \n\nLearn what Resumes are and what information to include to target the job you are applying for.\nLearn tips and tricks to make you stand out\nGet feedback on your own resume\n\nREGISTER: workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/resumes-employment-workshops-2/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events
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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-13/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:Family Lounge
DESCRIPTION:For parents and children ages 4 – 7 years old . \nJoin the SWIS team each week for an afternoon filled with fun! Enjoy crafts\, games\, music\, and lots of fun! \nPlease REGISTER: swis@cvims.org \nEvery Wednesday\, from September 10 – 24. \n4:30 – 5:30pm
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/family-lounge-5/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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SUMMARY:Youth Art Therapy Session
DESCRIPTION:Come join this safe and welcoming space where creativity meets healing! Whether you are an experienced artist or new to the creative process\, you can be part of this session where you will have the opportunity to create\, reflect\, and heal through art. Navigate emotions and promote personal growth\, connect with yourself and like-minded individuals. \nNo previous art skills are required – just an open mind and a desire to explore. \nAges: 19 – 25 \nDate: Thursday\, September 18 \nTime: 5:00 – 7:00pm \nREGISTER: HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/youth-art-therapy-session-2/
LOCATION:Bastion CVIMS\, 103 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 3A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth Connections
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SUMMARY:Art Therapy
DESCRIPTION:This 10-week workshop is designed to help you explore and express your emotions through creativity in a safe and supportive environment. The Art Therapy workshop is a safe group 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. \nTime: 9:3 0am – 12:00 pm \nInterested? REGISTER HERE \n  \nSeptember 19 – Goals and Visions \nSeptember 26 – CVIMS Closed\, no workshop \nOctober 3 – Stress Management \nOctober 10 – Healthy Boundaries \nOctober 17 – Anger Management \nOctober 24 – Communication Skills \nOctober 31 – Grief & Loss pt. 1 \nNovember 7 – Grief & Loss pt. 2 \nNovember 14 – Self Care \nNovember 21 – Courage & Resilience \nNovember 28 – Cultivating Community \nDecember 5 – Exploratory
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/art-therapy-10/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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SUMMARY:Family Lounge
DESCRIPTION:For parents and children ages 4 – 7 years old . \nJoin the SWIS team each week for an afternoon filled with fun! Enjoy crafts\, games\, music\, and lots of fun! \nPlease REGISTER: swis@cvims.org \nEvery Wednesday\, from September 10 – 24. \n4:30 – 5:30pm
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/family-lounge-5/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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SUMMARY:Cover Letter - Employment Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Our employment workshop series is back for another time! \nAre you looking to start a new career? Need help with the application process? Have never written a cover letter? Join our employment workshop – Cover Letters and learn all you need to know to stand out to employers in the Canadian job market. \nIn this workshop you can expect to: \n\nLearn what Cover Letters are and what information to include to target the job you are applying for.\nLearn tips and tricks to make you stand out\nGet feedback on your own resume or cover letter\n\nTo Register: workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/cover-letter-employment-workshops-2/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250926T093000
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SUMMARY:Art Therapy
DESCRIPTION:This 10-week workshop is designed to help you explore and express your emotions through creativity in a safe and supportive environment. The Art Therapy workshop is a safe group 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. \nTime: 9:3 0am – 12:00 pm \nInterested? REGISTER HERE \n  \nSeptember 19 – Goals and Visions \nSeptember 26 – CVIMS Closed\, no workshop \nOctober 3 – Stress Management \nOctober 10 – Healthy Boundaries \nOctober 17 – Anger Management \nOctober 24 – Communication Skills \nOctober 31 – Grief & Loss pt. 1 \nNovember 7 – Grief & Loss pt. 2 \nNovember 14 – Self Care \nNovember 21 – Courage & Resilience \nNovember 28 – Cultivating Community \nDecember 5 – Exploratory
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/art-therapy-10/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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