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SUMMARY:Pathways To Trades for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:Receive help on your path to a rewarding career in Canada \nPathways To Trades for Newcomers is a unique bridging program that aims to help you prepare for work in Canada’s in-demand trades sector. Whether you’re interested in construction\, mechanical\, culinary\, baking\, or other trades\, VIU has a pathway for you. \nLearn career skills to help you succeed in the trades industry: \n• Improve your English language skills as\nwell as learn career-specific language\n• Receive hands-on experience with skills\ndirectly relevant to your chosen field\n• Create personal connections with people\nwho will help you succeed \nJanuary 21\, 2026 Room 21 \nRegister at workshops@cvims.org \n 
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/pathways-to-trades-for-newcomers-2/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Canadian Workplace Culture
DESCRIPTION:Are you navigating the Canadian job market and seeking to understand the workplace culture in your new country? Join us for an informative workshop focused on clarifying the expectations\, norms\, and dynamics of Canadian workplaces. \nJanuary 15\, 2026\, Online and In person Room 23 \nFor more information & registration: workshops@cvims.org \nJoin us for this enriching session and embark on a successful career journey in your new home.
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/canadian-workplace-culture/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events
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UID:21683-1767870000-1767875400@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Workers' Rights and Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:Do you know that you have the right to refuse unsafe\nwork?\nDo you know how to report safety concerns or\nharassment?\nJoin us to learn more about your rights and responsibilities\nin the workplace! \nJanuary 8\, 2026 Online and In person 11-12:30 Room 23 \nRegister at workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/workers-rights-and-responsibilities/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251205T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203707Z
UID:19279-1764927000-1764936000@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T120000
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UID:19278-1764322200-1764331200@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-11-28/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251121T120000
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UID:19206-1763717400-1763726400@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-11-21/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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UID:19205-1763112600-1763121600@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-11-14/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251107T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203657Z
UID:19204-1762507800-1762516800@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-11-07/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T170000
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UID:19471-1761924600-1761930000@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Safety | Trick or Treating
DESCRIPTION:A time for SPOOKY FUN! \nParents and children welcome! Parents will attend to learn about Halloween safety while children make some crafts with the SWIS Team. Then\, we can all join in some Halloween fun and go Trick or Treating to the CVIMS buildings. \nFor the Parents’ Halloween Safety Workshop\, REGISTER HERE! \nRegister children up to grade 12 for Trick or Treating HERE!
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/halloween-safety-trick-or-treating/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events,SWIS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T120000
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CREATED:20250903T200409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203656Z
UID:19203-1761903000-1761912000@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-10-31/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T190540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T202513Z
UID:19457-1761753600-1761762600@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Pre-Teen Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join the SWIS Team for some afternoon fun! \nCome enjoy games\, cooking\, crafts and meet new friends. Enjoy some tasty snacks and more! A weekly meeting on Wednesdays for youth ages 8 -12 years old. \nWednesdays\, October 1st to 29th \n4:30 -6:00pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/pre-teen-lounge/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T200409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203654Z
UID:19202-1761298200-1761307200@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-10-24/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T195340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T204014Z
UID:19468-1761217200-1761222600@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to make the most out of this tool?? \nLinkedIn is a great resource for advancing your professional career. Join this session and learn how to effectively use it for job search\, practical tools\, and how to create your profile to make it stand out to employers and future connections. \nIn-person workshop \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/linkedin/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T194132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203857Z
UID:19465-1761152400-1761157800@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Employer Trade Talk
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a new career path? Join this information session and learn about working for BC Ferries. \nThis is a great opportunity if you are looking for a fun\, exciting new job path\, or just if you are curious. Join this session and learn about job opportunities\, certification requirements\, company culture\, and so much more! \nIn-person workshop. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/employer-trade-talk/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T190540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T202512Z
UID:19456-1761148800-1761157800@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Pre-Teen Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join the SWIS Team for some afternoon fun! \nCome enjoy games\, cooking\, crafts and meet new friends. Enjoy some tasty snacks and more! A weekly meeting on Wednesdays for youth ages 8 -12 years old. \nWednesdays\, October 1st to 29th \n4:30 -6:00pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/pre-teen-lounge/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251017T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T200409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203652Z
UID:19201-1760693400-1760702400@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T193640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T202857Z
UID:19463-1760545800-1760551200@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Banking in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Managing your finances can be overwhelming. Join this information session led by Derek Chen\, Community General Manager of CIBC Bank and learn how to better manage your money. Understand how to manage every day expenses and unexpected expenses\, as well as how to budget in to achieve your financial goals and protect your money. \nIn-Person or via Zoom session \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/banking-in-canada/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T190540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T202510Z
UID:19455-1760544000-1760553000@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Pre-Teen Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join the SWIS Team for some afternoon fun! \nCome enjoy games\, cooking\, crafts and meet new friends. Enjoy some tasty snacks and more! A weekly meeting on Wednesdays for youth ages 8 -12 years old. \nWednesdays\, October 1st to 29th \n4:30 -6:00pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/pre-teen-lounge/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251010T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T200409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203651Z
UID:19200-1760088600-1760097600@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T192056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T192056Z
UID:19459-1760007600-1760013000@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Job Search - Employment Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a new employment opportunity? Need some help navigating the Canadian job market? \nWhether you are just starting to try to find employment or are looking for new opportunities\, this workshop is for you! What you can expect: \n\nLearn how to navigate the Canadian employment market\nLearn how to better target your job search\nLearn about getting the most out of the most popular search websites: Indeed\, WorkBC\, and Canada Job Bank\n\nREGISTER: workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/job-search-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:20251008T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251008T173000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T192841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T192841Z
UID:19461-1759941000-1759944600@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Mentor Connect
DESCRIPTION:Information Session \nIn partnership with Immigrant Employment Council of BC [IECBC]\, learn their MentoConnect Program. Skilled immigrants are connected with professionals to help them familiarize themselves with local professionals norms\, networks\, and Canada’s labour market. These one-on-one mentorships can bring valuable insights and connections. \nCan be attended in-person or via Zoom. \nRegister: workshops@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/mentor-connect/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Events,Settlement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251008T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20251001T190540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T202503Z
UID:19453-1759939200-1759948200@www.cvims.org
SUMMARY:Pre-Teen Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join the SWIS Team for some afternoon fun! \nCome enjoy games\, cooking\, crafts and meet new friends. Enjoy some tasty snacks and more! A weekly meeting on Wednesdays for youth ages 8 -12 years old. \nWednesdays\, October 1st to 29th \n4:30 -6:00pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/pre-teen-lounge/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T200409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203649Z
UID:19199-1759483800-1759492800@www.cvims.org
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-10/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T200409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203648Z
UID:19198-1758879000-1758888000@www.cvims.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T195432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T195432Z
UID:19191-1758798000-1758803400@www.cvims.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T173000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T205020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T205020Z
UID:19227-1758731400-1758735000@www.cvims.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="SWIS Team":MAILTO:swis@cvims.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T200409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203640Z
UID:19197-1758274200-1758283200@www.cvims.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T173000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T205020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T205020Z
UID:19226-1758126600-1758130200@www.cvims.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="SWIS Team":MAILTO:swis@cvims.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T195709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T195709Z
UID:19195-1758103200-1758121200@www.cvims.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153206
CREATED:20250903T195229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T195309Z
UID:19188-1757588400-1757593800@www.cvims.org
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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