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SUMMARY:Co-op Housing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer to Canada looking for more affordable and stable housing options? Join us for a free in-person Co-op Housing Workshop designed to help you understand the benefits and pathways of cooperative living. \n📅 Date: Friday\, June 6\, 2025⏰ Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.📍 Location: 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9👥 Open to: Permanent Residents and Protected Persons only🔗 Registration Form \nThis engaging and informative session will be led by a guest speaker from the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC\, the leading voice for non-profit housing co-ops across the province. \nWhy Co-op Housing is a good option?\nYou’ll learn what co-op housing is\, how it differs from traditional rental housing\, and the steps to apply. Co-op housing offers not only lower housing costs but also a strong sense of community\, shared decision-making\, and long-term stability—an ideal option for newcomers building a new life in Canada. \n✔️ Learn from housing experts✔️ Enjoy free snacks\, coffee\, and tea✔️ Connect with other newcomers✔️ Get step-by-step guidance on applying \nThis workshop is organized by our Newcomers and Community Building Program and is a great opportunity to get trusted information\, ask questions directly\, and connect with others who are navigating similar housing challenges. \nSpots are limited\, and registration is required—sign up today to secure your place! \nWe look forward to welcoming you and supporting your journey toward stable\, affordable housing in Canada.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/co-op-housing-workshop/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
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SUMMARY:Italian Day on the Drive
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Italian Culture and Connect with Newcomer Services in Vancouver\nJoin MOSAIC at one of Vancouver’s most vibrant street festivals — Italian Day on the Drive! Taking place on Sunday\, June 8\, 2025\, this popular annual event transforms Commercial Drive into a lively celebration of Italian culture\, cuisine\, and community. \n📍 Location: Commercial Drive\, Vancouver (from Venables St to Grandview Hwy)🎪 MOSAIC Booth: #1303\, next to Grandview Park⏰ Time: Our booth will be open from 12:00 p.m. until late afternoon \nDiscover MOSAIC’s Programs for Newcomers and Immigrants\nVisit our booth to learn about the wide range of settlement and integration services MOSAIC offers to newcomers\, immigrants\, and temporary residents. Whether you’re looking for support with employment\, language learning\, or community connections\, our team is here to help. \nLearn About MOSAIC and MOSAIC Engage Programs\nMOSAIC and MOSAIC Engage are co-managing this year’s presence at the event. Visit our booth to explore the many services we offer to support newcomers and immigrants in British Columbia. \nMOSAIC Engage will be showcasing: \n\n\nEnglish language classes for all levels \n\n\nCLBPT (Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test) \n\n\nIELTS testing centre in North Vancouver \n\n\nCELPIP test preparation and delivery \n\n\nOur team will be on hand to answer your questions and guide you to the support that best fits your journey in Canada. \n🎉 Exclusive Offers and Giveaways\nDon’t miss our prize wheel — spin to win exciting MOSAIC swag and discounts!Special on-site offers include: \n\n\n💬 $50 off IELTS testing at our North Vancouver location \n\n\n📚 $50 off English language courses \n\n\nWhether you’re a newcomer or simply want to enjoy the festival\, stop by and say hi! We look forward to connecting with you. \n🔗 Learn more about Italian Day
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/mosaic-italian-day-on-the-drive-2025/
LOCATION:Commercial Drive\, Commercial Dr\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, \, V5L 5C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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SUMMARY:Newcomer Youth Creative Space - 🎉 Welcome Studio
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer youth looking to make friends\, express yourself\, and feel more connected in your new community? You’re invited to the Welcome Studio —a vibrant\, inclusive space where art meets belonging! \nThe Welcome Studio is a creative art program designed especially for newcomer youth in Vancouver. Whether you love painting\, sketching\, crafting\, or simply want a fun place to hang out after school\, this is your space to shine. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and come as you are! \nEvent Details:\n📍Location: CNH Annex\, 3690 Vanness Ave\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 5B6 \n🗓️ Dates:  June 13 & 27; July 11 & 25; August 8 & 22 \n⏰ Time: All sessions run from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM \nRegister now to save your spot! \nRefreshments will be provided \nWhy should you join?\n✔️ Meet other newcomer youth who are also navigating a new city and culture.✔️ Express your creativity through guided hands-on activities like painting\, drawing\, and mixed media.✔️ Build confidence in a welcoming\, non-judgmental environment.✔️ Enjoy free food (yes\, there will be pizza!) and meaningful conversation. \nWe know that starting fresh in a new country can be both exciting and challenging. The Welcome Studio is here to support you with a fun\, safe\, and friendly place to be yourself\, make memories\, and feel at home in Vancouver. \nThis program is hosted by MOSAIC\, in collaboration with SWIS Vancouver and Collingwood Neighbourhood House.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/newcomer-youth-creative-space/2025-06-13/
LOCATION:CNH Annex\, 5288 Joyce St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 6C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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SUMMARY:Join MOSAIC at the 2025 Pinoy Festival in Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for Pinoy Festival 2025: We Rise\nMOSAIC is proud to take part in the 2025 Pinoy Festival to present this vibrant community event celebrating Filipino culture through music\, food\, dance\, and art. As one of the largest Filipino cultural festivals in British Columbia\, it’s a wonderful opportunity for connection and celebration. \nMOSAIC’s Migrant Workers Program (MWP) will be participating to engage with the community and proudly honor the rich heritage and unity of Filipino culture. \nEvent Details:\n\n📍 Location: Swangard Stadium\, 6100 Boundary Rd\, Burnaby\, BC V5S 3R1\n\n📅 Date: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nTo Register\, please visit the Pinoy Festival Website\n\nMeet MOSAIC’s Migrant Workers Program Team\nVisit our booth to: \n\nLearn about your rights and protections as a migrant worker in Canada\nAsk questions and get free information in different languages\nFind out how MOSAIC’s Migrant Workers Program (MWP) can support you and your family\n\nOur team is looking forward to meeting Filipino migrant workers\, families\, and allies at this joyful celebration. \nWhy It Matters\nMOSAIC’s presence at this event reflects our commitment to supporting Temporary Foreign Workers and the Filipino community bringing information and trustworthy resources. \nStop by our booth\, grab some resources\, and enjoy the festivities — we rise together.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/pinoy-festival-burnaby-2025-mosaic-migrant-workers-program/
LOCATION:Swangard Stadium\, 6100 Boundary Rd\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5S 3R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events
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SUMMARY:World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Community Event
DESCRIPTION:📅 Monday\, June 16 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM \n📍Burnaby Central Park North Pond \nJoin us for a vibrant outdoor gathering in honour of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)! This year’s theme\, “Be Bold – Age with Attitude: Voices of Strength and Solidarity\,” invites us to stand together in resilience\, dignity\, and community. \nWe’re building on the powerful momentum of Seniors Take On Things We Never Talk About—with reflections and performances by cast members and multicultural seniors groups. Together with CRN partners\, we’re raising a collective voice for change. \n🎤 Live performances🧠 Information booths🖊️ Visual pledge wall🍪 Light refreshments \nThis year\, we also mark a historic moment: the UN Human Rights Council’s resolution to draft a global convention on the rights of older persons. Join us as we honour this milestone and celebrate the growing movement for elder justice. \nEveryone is welcome—especially immigrant and racialized seniors. No registration needed—just drop in! Let’s come together\, speak out\, and stand up against ageism and elder abuse. \n👉 Please share widely and bring a friend! \nThis event is organized by the Seniors Club Program. If you are interested in more support\, visit our program page and see how can we help you and your family. \n 
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-2/
LOCATION:Burnaby Central Park North Pond\, 3883 Imperial St\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5J 1A3
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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SUMMARY:Celebrate World Refugee Day at Vancouver Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Vancouver Public Library for World Refugee Day 2025 and take part in a powerful afternoon of dialogue\, storytelling\, and community connection. \nWorld Refugee Day at VPL: A Collaboration with MAP BC\nIn honour of World Refugee Day\, the Vancouver Public Library (VPL) and MAP BC (Multi-Agency Partnership of BC) are hosting a free public event titled No Place for Refugees: Is Canada Becoming Less Welcoming? This collaborative gathering invites the public to reflect on the shifting landscape of refugee protection in Canada and to hear directly from those who have experienced forced displacement. \nMOSAIC will be participating through our BC Services and Assistance for Humanitarian & Vulnerable Newcomers (BC SAFE HAVEN) program\, which supports individuals navigating Canada’s refugee claim process.  \nWhat to Expect\nThe event will explore themes of inclusion\, safety\, and systemic challenges through: \n\nLive storytelling by refugee claimants\nFacilitated conversations about Canada’s current approach to refugee protection\nCultural presentations and performances\nInformation booths from service providers and advocacy organizations\n\nThrough these personal stories and discussions\, the event aims to deepen public understanding and foster a more compassionate response to people seeking refuge in Canada. \nEvent Details\nTitle: No Place for Refugees: Is Canada Becoming Less Welcoming?Date: Friday\, June 20\, 2025Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PMLocation: Vancouver Public Library – Central Branch\, 350 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, BCCost: Free and open to the public \nWe invite you to join MOSAIC’s Safe Haven team and community partners in marking this important day and standing in solidarity with displaced people around the world.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/world-refugee-day-vancouver-public-library-2025/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library – Central Branch\, 350 W Georgia St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 6B1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Newcomer Youth Creative Space - 🎉 Welcome Studio
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer youth looking to make friends\, express yourself\, and feel more connected in your new community? You’re invited to the Welcome Studio —a vibrant\, inclusive space where art meets belonging! \nThe Welcome Studio is a creative art program designed especially for newcomer youth in Vancouver. Whether you love painting\, sketching\, crafting\, or simply want a fun place to hang out after school\, this is your space to shine. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and come as you are! \nEvent Details:\n📍Location: CNH Annex\, 3690 Vanness Ave\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 5B6 \n🗓️ Dates:  June 13 & 27; July 11 & 25; August 8 & 22 \n⏰ Time: All sessions run from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM \nRegister now to save your spot! \nRefreshments will be provided \nWhy should you join?\n✔️ Meet other newcomer youth who are also navigating a new city and culture.✔️ Express your creativity through guided hands-on activities like painting\, drawing\, and mixed media.✔️ Build confidence in a welcoming\, non-judgmental environment.✔️ Enjoy free food (yes\, there will be pizza!) and meaningful conversation. \nWe know that starting fresh in a new country can be both exciting and challenging. The Welcome Studio is here to support you with a fun\, safe\, and friendly place to be yourself\, make memories\, and feel at home in Vancouver. \nThis program is hosted by MOSAIC\, in collaboration with SWIS Vancouver and Collingwood Neighbourhood House.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/newcomer-youth-creative-space/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:CNH Annex\, 5288 Joyce St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 6C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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