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SUMMARY:Creative Calm — Art for Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Finding focus\, reducing stress\, and building emotional resilience\nJoin a welcoming weekly series designed to help you slow down\, reset\, and strengthen your well-being. Creative Calm: Art for Wellness blends reflective activities with gentle skill-building so you can manage stress\, improve focus\, and nurture balance in everyday life. Each session offers practical tools you can use right away\, in a supportive community setting at MOSAIC Headquarters. \nWhat you’ll experience\n\nMindfulness & Meditation — simple practices to reduce stress and improve focus\nEmpowerment — set personal goals and explore strategies to boost well-being\nYoga & Tai Chi — light movement to balance mind and body\nWellness through Art — creative expression to heal\, reflect\, and connect\n\nNo previous experience with meditation\, movement\, or art is required—come as you are. \nWho this series is for\nThis series welcomes adults who want to build healthy routines and emotional resilience. It’s especially helpful if you are looking for calm\, connection\, and practical tools you can carry into work\, study\, family life\, and settlement. Priority is given to Permanent Residents (PR) and Protected Persons. \nSchedule & location\n\nDates: Every Thursday from October 23 to December 18\, 2025\nTime: 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.\nLocation: MOSAIC Headquarters\, 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nRegister Now\n\nWhat to expect each week\nSessions combine short guided practices\, group discussion\, and creative activities. You’ll build a toolkit for everyday calm—learning how breathing\, gentle movement\, goal-setting\, and art-making can work together to support your mental and emotional health. You will also meet others on a similar path and leave with ideas to practise between sessions. \nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support with settlement\, community connection\, and navigation\, check the Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP) page. \nQuestions?\nFor more information\, please contact: \n\nMona Asmani — masmani@mosaicbc.org | 604-362-4523\nDorna Ostovarkashkooli — dostovarkashkooli@mosaicbc.org | 236-479-7358
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/creative-calm-art-for-wellness/2025-11-06/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Preparation Workshop (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Are you currently a Permanent Resident studying to become a Canadian Citizen? Our free Citizenship Preparation Workshop will help improve your knowledge so that you feel better prepared for your exam. Register and join to feel supported in your learning! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: November 10 – 14 (we won’t have a session on the 11th\, because is Remembrance Day)\nLocation: Online\, with link provided upon registration\nTime: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM\nSign-up with the Registration Form\nFor any questions please email jlee@mosaicbc.org or call MOSAIC’s main office at 604-254-9626.\n\n** Space is limited and will be granted on a first-come first-serve basis. \nWhat You Can Expect From The Citizenship Preparation Workshop\nPrepare for the Citizenship Test with our free four-session virtual workshop consisting of activities across a range of topics about Canada. Learn about Canada’s history\, government\, geography\, and the rights and responsibilities of a citizen. MOSAIC staff will lead the sessions\, which will feature interactive segments on the Discover Canada booklet and practice tests to evaluate and enhance your understanding. Join one or more sessions at your convenience. \n\nSession 1: Canada’s History (Part 1) \nSession 2: Canada’s History (Part 2) \nSession 3: Canada’s Government System\nSession 4: Canadian Symbols & Regions and How to Access the Online Citizenship Test\n\nAbout the Organizer \nThis event is organized by Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP). This program provides newcomer one-on-one and group support to aid in your transition to Canadian life through educational workshops and community connection activities. To find out more information\, please visit the program page\, as well as other events hosted by MOSAIC.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/citizenship-preparation-workshop-2-2/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Online,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Preparation Workshop (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Are you currently a Permanent Resident studying to become a Canadian Citizen? Our free Citizenship Preparation Workshop will help improve your knowledge so that you feel better prepared for your exam. Register and join to feel supported in your learning! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: November 10 – 14 (we won’t have a session on the 11th\, because is Remembrance Day)\nLocation: Online\, with link provided upon registration\nTime: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM\nSign-up with the Registration Form\nFor any questions please email jlee@mosaicbc.org or call MOSAIC’s main office at 604-254-9626.\n\n** Space is limited and will be granted on a first-come first-serve basis. \nWhat You Can Expect From The Citizenship Preparation Workshop\nPrepare for the Citizenship Test with our free four-session virtual workshop consisting of activities across a range of topics about Canada. Learn about Canada’s history\, government\, geography\, and the rights and responsibilities of a citizen. MOSAIC staff will lead the sessions\, which will feature interactive segments on the Discover Canada booklet and practice tests to evaluate and enhance your understanding. Join one or more sessions at your convenience. \n\nSession 1: Canada’s History (Part 1) \nSession 2: Canada’s History (Part 2) \nSession 3: Canada’s Government System\nSession 4: Canadian Symbols & Regions and How to Access the Online Citizenship Test\n\nAbout the Organizer \nThis event is organized by Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP). This program provides newcomer one-on-one and group support to aid in your transition to Canadian life through educational workshops and community connection activities. To find out more information\, please visit the program page\, as well as other events hosted by MOSAIC.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/citizenship-preparation-workshop-2-2/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Online,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop for Spanish-speakers
DESCRIPTION:Learn banking basics and build strong credit — in Spanish\nUnderstand how Canada’s financial system works and how to make it work for you. This two-part\, free workshop series (in Spanish) covers everyday banking products\, how to choose the right accounts\, and practical steps to establish and maintain good credit. Each session includes time for questions so you leave with clear next steps. \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nSession 1 — Canadian banking made simple\n\n\n\n\nOverview of the Canadian financial system\nTypes of bank accounts and services\nHow banking products (cards\, accounts\, transfers) work\nBenefits of working with a bank and how to get started\n\n\nSession 2 — Build and protect your credit\n\n\n\n\nWhy credit history matters\nHow to apply for credit safely\nTips to maintain a strong credit profile\nHabits that help you avoid common pitfalls\n\n\n\nDelivered by a representative from RBC (Royal Bank of Canada). \nWho can attend\n\nPermanent Residents and Protected Persons only\nSpanish-speaking newcomers who want clear\, practical guidance on money basics\n\nDates\, time\, and location\n\nDates: November 12 and November 19\, 2025 (two sessions)\nTime: 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.\nLocation: MOSAIC HQ — 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nRegister now\n\nQuestions?\nCamila Tobar — (236) 688-8107 • ctobar@mosaicbc.org \nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support with settlement\, community connection\, or navigation\, check the Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP) page.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-spanish-speakers/2025-11-12/
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SUMMARY:Creative Calm — Art for Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Finding focus\, reducing stress\, and building emotional resilience\nJoin a welcoming weekly series designed to help you slow down\, reset\, and strengthen your well-being. Creative Calm: Art for Wellness blends reflective activities with gentle skill-building so you can manage stress\, improve focus\, and nurture balance in everyday life. Each session offers practical tools you can use right away\, in a supportive community setting at MOSAIC Headquarters. \nWhat you’ll experience\n\nMindfulness & Meditation — simple practices to reduce stress and improve focus\nEmpowerment — set personal goals and explore strategies to boost well-being\nYoga & Tai Chi — light movement to balance mind and body\nWellness through Art — creative expression to heal\, reflect\, and connect\n\nNo previous experience with meditation\, movement\, or art is required—come as you are. \nWho this series is for\nThis series welcomes adults who want to build healthy routines and emotional resilience. It’s especially helpful if you are looking for calm\, connection\, and practical tools you can carry into work\, study\, family life\, and settlement. Priority is given to Permanent Residents (PR) and Protected Persons. \nSchedule & location\n\nDates: Every Thursday from October 23 to December 18\, 2025\nTime: 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.\nLocation: MOSAIC Headquarters\, 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nRegister Now\n\nWhat to expect each week\nSessions combine short guided practices\, group discussion\, and creative activities. You’ll build a toolkit for everyday calm—learning how breathing\, gentle movement\, goal-setting\, and art-making can work together to support your mental and emotional health. You will also meet others on a similar path and leave with ideas to practise between sessions. \nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support with settlement\, community connection\, and navigation\, check the Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP) page. \nQuestions?\nFor more information\, please contact: \n\nMona Asmani — masmani@mosaicbc.org | 604-362-4523\nDorna Ostovarkashkooli — dostovarkashkooli@mosaicbc.org | 236-479-7358
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/creative-calm-art-for-wellness/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Preparation Workshop (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Are you currently a Permanent Resident studying to become a Canadian Citizen? Our free Citizenship Preparation Workshop will help improve your knowledge so that you feel better prepared for your exam. Register and join to feel supported in your learning! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: November 10 – 14 (we won’t have a session on the 11th\, because is Remembrance Day)\nLocation: Online\, with link provided upon registration\nTime: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM\nSign-up with the Registration Form\nFor any questions please email jlee@mosaicbc.org or call MOSAIC’s main office at 604-254-9626.\n\n** Space is limited and will be granted on a first-come first-serve basis. \nWhat You Can Expect From The Citizenship Preparation Workshop\nPrepare for the Citizenship Test with our free four-session virtual workshop consisting of activities across a range of topics about Canada. Learn about Canada’s history\, government\, geography\, and the rights and responsibilities of a citizen. MOSAIC staff will lead the sessions\, which will feature interactive segments on the Discover Canada booklet and practice tests to evaluate and enhance your understanding. Join one or more sessions at your convenience. \n\nSession 1: Canada’s History (Part 1) \nSession 2: Canada’s History (Part 2) \nSession 3: Canada’s Government System\nSession 4: Canadian Symbols & Regions and How to Access the Online Citizenship Test\n\nAbout the Organizer \nThis event is organized by Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP). This program provides newcomer one-on-one and group support to aid in your transition to Canadian life through educational workshops and community connection activities. To find out more information\, please visit the program page\, as well as other events hosted by MOSAIC.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/citizenship-preparation-workshop-2-2/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Online,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Citizenship Preparation Workshop (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Are you currently a Permanent Resident studying to become a Canadian Citizen? Our free Citizenship Preparation Workshop will help improve your knowledge so that you feel better prepared for your exam. Register and join to feel supported in your learning! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: November 10 – 14 (we won’t have a session on the 11th\, because is Remembrance Day)\nLocation: Online\, with link provided upon registration\nTime: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM\nSign-up with the Registration Form\nFor any questions please email jlee@mosaicbc.org or call MOSAIC’s main office at 604-254-9626.\n\n** Space is limited and will be granted on a first-come first-serve basis. \nWhat You Can Expect From The Citizenship Preparation Workshop\nPrepare for the Citizenship Test with our free four-session virtual workshop consisting of activities across a range of topics about Canada. Learn about Canada’s history\, government\, geography\, and the rights and responsibilities of a citizen. MOSAIC staff will lead the sessions\, which will feature interactive segments on the Discover Canada booklet and practice tests to evaluate and enhance your understanding. Join one or more sessions at your convenience. \n\nSession 1: Canada’s History (Part 1) \nSession 2: Canada’s History (Part 2) \nSession 3: Canada’s Government System\nSession 4: Canadian Symbols & Regions and How to Access the Online Citizenship Test\n\nAbout the Organizer \nThis event is organized by Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP). This program provides newcomer one-on-one and group support to aid in your transition to Canadian life through educational workshops and community connection activities. To find out more information\, please visit the program page\, as well as other events hosted by MOSAIC.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/citizenship-preparation-workshop-2-2/2025-11-14/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Online,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop for Spanish-speakers
DESCRIPTION:Learn banking basics and build strong credit — in Spanish\nUnderstand how Canada’s financial system works and how to make it work for you. This two-part\, free workshop series (in Spanish) covers everyday banking products\, how to choose the right accounts\, and practical steps to establish and maintain good credit. Each session includes time for questions so you leave with clear next steps. \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nSession 1 — Canadian banking made simple\n\n\n\n\nOverview of the Canadian financial system\nTypes of bank accounts and services\nHow banking products (cards\, accounts\, transfers) work\nBenefits of working with a bank and how to get started\n\n\nSession 2 — Build and protect your credit\n\n\n\n\nWhy credit history matters\nHow to apply for credit safely\nTips to maintain a strong credit profile\nHabits that help you avoid common pitfalls\n\n\n\nDelivered by a representative from RBC (Royal Bank of Canada). \nWho can attend\n\nPermanent Residents and Protected Persons only\nSpanish-speaking newcomers who want clear\, practical guidance on money basics\n\nDates\, time\, and location\n\nDates: November 12 and November 19\, 2025 (two sessions)\nTime: 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.\nLocation: MOSAIC HQ — 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nRegister now\n\nQuestions?\nCamila Tobar — (236) 688-8107 • ctobar@mosaicbc.org \nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support with settlement\, community connection\, or navigation\, check the Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP) page.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-spanish-speakers/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Advance Care Planning (in Cantonese / Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:Understand your options in British Columbia\nAdvance care planning helps you express the health care you would want to receive— or choose to refuse — if you become unable to speak for yourself. In B.C.\, legislation supports individuals to record their wishes\, usually in writing. This practical\, language-accessible workshop explains why planning matters\, how to begin conversations with family and friends\, and what your document options are so your future care reflects your values. \nPresented by a speaker from the Seniors’ Health & Wellness Institute (COSCO). The session will be delivered in Cantonese and Mandarin. \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nWhy plan ahead: how advance care planning supports you\, your family\, and your care team\nStart the conversation: tips for discussing values\, beliefs\, and priorities with loved ones\nDocument options in B.C.: what you can prepare to record your wishes (overview only)\nNext steps: practical actions you can take after the workshop\n\nWho should attend\nOlder adults\, caregivers\, and community members who want to feel confident discussing future care and documenting their wishes. All are welcome—bring your questions. \nEvent details\n\nDate: Thursday\, November 20\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\nLocation: MOSAIC HQ — Community Room (5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9)\nLanguages: Cantonese / Mandarin\n\nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support with healthy ageing and community connection\, check the MOSAIC Seniors Club page.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/advance-care-planning-in-cantonese-mandarin/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Creative Calm — Art for Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Finding focus\, reducing stress\, and building emotional resilience\nJoin a welcoming weekly series designed to help you slow down\, reset\, and strengthen your well-being. Creative Calm: Art for Wellness blends reflective activities with gentle skill-building so you can manage stress\, improve focus\, and nurture balance in everyday life. Each session offers practical tools you can use right away\, in a supportive community setting at MOSAIC Headquarters. \nWhat you’ll experience\n\nMindfulness & Meditation — simple practices to reduce stress and improve focus\nEmpowerment — set personal goals and explore strategies to boost well-being\nYoga & Tai Chi — light movement to balance mind and body\nWellness through Art — creative expression to heal\, reflect\, and connect\n\nNo previous experience with meditation\, movement\, or art is required—come as you are. \nWho this series is for\nThis series welcomes adults who want to build healthy routines and emotional resilience. It’s especially helpful if you are looking for calm\, connection\, and practical tools you can carry into work\, study\, family life\, and settlement. Priority is given to Permanent Residents (PR) and Protected Persons. \nSchedule & location\n\nDates: Every Thursday from October 23 to December 18\, 2025\nTime: 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.\nLocation: MOSAIC Headquarters\, 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nRegister Now\n\nWhat to expect each week\nSessions combine short guided practices\, group discussion\, and creative activities. You’ll build a toolkit for everyday calm—learning how breathing\, gentle movement\, goal-setting\, and art-making can work together to support your mental and emotional health. You will also meet others on a similar path and leave with ideas to practise between sessions. \nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support with settlement\, community connection\, and navigation\, check the Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP) page. \nQuestions?\nFor more information\, please contact: \n\nMona Asmani — masmani@mosaicbc.org | 604-362-4523\nDorna Ostovarkashkooli — dostovarkashkooli@mosaicbc.org | 236-479-7358
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/creative-calm-art-for-wellness/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events
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SUMMARY:Creative Calm — Art for Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Finding focus\, reducing stress\, and building emotional resilience\nJoin a welcoming weekly series designed to help you slow down\, reset\, and strengthen your well-being. Creative Calm: Art for Wellness blends reflective activities with gentle skill-building so you can manage stress\, improve focus\, and nurture balance in everyday life. Each session offers practical tools you can use right away\, in a supportive community setting at MOSAIC Headquarters. \nWhat you’ll experience\n\nMindfulness & Meditation — simple practices to reduce stress and improve focus\nEmpowerment — set personal goals and explore strategies to boost well-being\nYoga & Tai Chi — light movement to balance mind and body\nWellness through Art — creative expression to heal\, reflect\, and connect\n\nNo previous experience with meditation\, movement\, or art is required—come as you are. \nWho this series is for\nThis series welcomes adults who want to build healthy routines and emotional resilience. It’s especially helpful if you are looking for calm\, connection\, and practical tools you can carry into work\, study\, family life\, and settlement. Priority is given to Permanent Residents (PR) and Protected Persons. \nSchedule & location\n\nDates: Every Thursday from October 23 to December 18\, 2025\nTime: 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.\nLocation: MOSAIC Headquarters\, 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nRegister Now\n\nWhat to expect each week\nSessions combine short guided practices\, group discussion\, and creative activities. You’ll build a toolkit for everyday calm—learning how breathing\, gentle movement\, goal-setting\, and art-making can work together to support your mental and emotional health. You will also meet others on a similar path and leave with ideas to practise between sessions. \nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support with settlement\, community connection\, and navigation\, check the Newcomers and Community Building Program (NCBP) page. \nQuestions?\nFor more information\, please contact: \n\nMona Asmani — masmani@mosaicbc.org | 604-362-4523\nDorna Ostovarkashkooli — dostovarkashkooli@mosaicbc.org | 236-479-7358
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/creative-calm-art-for-wellness/2025-11-27/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
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SUMMARY:Stop the Violence Awareness Event
DESCRIPTION:Learn\, reflect\, and take action to prevent gender-based violence\nJoin us for a free community event led by MOSAIC’s Violence Prevention Program (VPP) as part of the international 16 Days of Activism campaign. Designed for adults 19+ living in B.C.\, this hybrid event combines practical legal information\, an arts-based performance\, and a short wellness session to help participants build awareness\, connect with others\, and leave with clear next steps. \nEvent schedule\n10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Know Your Rights — Legal Knowledge Info-session (Community Room) \n\nKey topics: Family Law\, Protection Orders\, Immigration Status\, and more\nPresenter: Cyrus Haghighi\, Lawyer\, Sinclair Law Centre LLP\n\n12:00 p.m.–12:30 p.m. | Short Break \n12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | “Stars on Pavement” — Live Dramatic Reading \n\nA powerful play by Mexican playwright Carlos Arturo Aguilar exploring how gender violence becomes normalized and its consequences\nPerformed by Jessica Valencia\, Miguel Guerrero\, and Paulina Pino-Rubio (a VPP client)\n\n1:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m. | Short Break \n1:45 p.m.–2:00 p.m. | Yoga and Mindfulness \n\nGentle practice to help you decompress and reflect\nLed by VPP client Fakhria Ibrahimi Momtaz of Momtaz Yoga\n\nEvent details\n\nDate: Friday\, November 28\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.\nFormat: Hybrid — attend in person or online (Zoom)\nIn-person location: MOSAIC — 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9(Closest SkyTrain: Expo Line — Joyce-Collingwood)\nAudience: Individuals 19+ living in British Columbia\nRegistration Form\n\nIf you need help registering or have questions\, please email women.support@mosaicbc.org. \nWhy this event matters\nGender-based violence affects people across communities. This event offers practical legal knowledge to understand your rights\, an arts-based lens to deepen reflection and empathy\, and a wellness practice to ground and restore. You’ll leave with information\, resources\, and community connections to support safety and healing. \nNeed more support?\nIf you want more support related to safety\, legal referrals\, or trauma-informed services\, check the Violence Prevention and Support page.
URL:https://mosaicbc.org/event/stop-the-violence-awareness-event/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Online,Other Events,Workshops
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