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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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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Newcomer Services Program (BC NSP)":MAILTO:bcsis@mosaicbc.org
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