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SUMMARY:Tea and Time for Me
DESCRIPTION:A support group for parents and caregivers to learn and practice self-compassion.\nIn the busyness of taking care of our kids and managing everyday life\, how do we pause and give permission to be kind to ourselves. In this group\, we will talk about the benefits of relaxation and mindfulness. We will explore some simple guided practices to help participants unwind and de-stress. Please come as you are and fill up your cup as needed! \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/tea-and-time-for-me/2025-08-12/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Literacy,Family Preservation,Parent Education and Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
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UID:10000954-1754647200-1754654400@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Community Kitchen for Moms
DESCRIPTION:FREE cooking classes and English conversation for immigrant moms with young children \nHave fun practicing English and cooking with other moms while learning about community resources and healthy eating. \nTo register \nPlease call 604 900 6136 or email Joanne at jmonteiro@fsgv.ca \n*Participants must register\n*Free childminding available–kids learn and play while you cook and practice English
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/english-conversation-community-kitchen-for-moms/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:Richmond Caring Place\, 340-7000 Minoru Blvd\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 3Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Community Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250602T222354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215834Z
UID:10001015-1754474400-1754492400@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Pop-up Tax Clinic - New Westminster
DESCRIPTION:Do you have taxes that need to be filed? Have you missed the tax filing deadline? You may be missing out on benefits and tax credits. Financial Empowerment at FSGV is here to help with free tax filing! We can work together on current and previous years’ taxes.  \nThis confidential service is part of the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program. We’re teaming up to provide free tax clinics at New Westminster Public Library.  \nPlease bring your T4 slips and other forms and statements to help with filing. \nOn-site Service Canada \n\nCanadian Dental Care Plan – Information and Application/Attestation\nPension information on Old Age Security and Canada Pension Plan\nGet a Social Insurance Number (birth certificate in most cases will be required)\nReceive an access code to sign up for online My Service Canada\nGeneral Government of Canada information\n\nPlease note that we are unable to assist with and prepare tax filings for: \n\nBusiness or Rental Income\nSelf-employment income over $1\,000\nInterest or Capital Gains over $1\,000\nFinal Returns (for a deceased person)\n\nBook an Appointment \n 
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/pop-up-tax-clinic-new-west/
LOCATION:NWPL\, 716 6th Ave\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3M 2B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Physical Location Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250612T221931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T165643Z
UID:10001024-1754388000-1754395200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Tea and Time for Me
DESCRIPTION:A support group for parents and caregivers to learn and practice self-compassion.\nIn the busyness of taking care of our kids and managing everyday life\, how do we pause and give permission to be kind to ourselves. In this group\, we will talk about the benefits of relaxation and mindfulness. We will explore some simple guided practices to help participants unwind and de-stress. Please come as you are and fill up your cup as needed! \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/tea-and-time-for-me/2025-08-05/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Literacy,Family Preservation,Parent Education and Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250513T174804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T174955Z
UID:10000953-1754042400-1754049600@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Community Kitchen for Moms
DESCRIPTION:FREE cooking classes and English conversation for immigrant moms with young children \nHave fun practicing English and cooking with other moms while learning about community resources and healthy eating. \nTo register \nPlease call 604 900 6136 or email Joanne at jmonteiro@fsgv.ca \n*Participants must register\n*Free childminding available–kids learn and play while you cook and practice English
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/english-conversation-community-kitchen-for-moms/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Richmond Caring Place\, 340-7000 Minoru Blvd\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 3Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Community Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/English-conversation-community-kitchen-workshop-featured-image-July-2025.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250612T221421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T165755Z
UID:10001019-1753803000-1753810200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Supper Club Cooking Program
DESCRIPTION:A free cooking program for families with children 6-12 years old.\nCome join us in July for some family fun in the kitchen! Parents and caregivers with their elementary school-aged children are welcome to put on their chef hats and cook up a storm. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/summer-supper-club-cooking-program/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Parent Education and Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250513T174804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T174955Z
UID:10000952-1753437600-1753444800@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Community Kitchen for Moms
DESCRIPTION:FREE cooking classes and English conversation for immigrant moms with young children \nHave fun practicing English and cooking with other moms while learning about community resources and healthy eating. \nTo register \nPlease call 604 900 6136 or email Joanne at jmonteiro@fsgv.ca \n*Participants must register\n*Free childminding available–kids learn and play while you cook and practice English
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/english-conversation-community-kitchen-for-moms/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Richmond Caring Place\, 340-7000 Minoru Blvd\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 3Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Community Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250722T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250722T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250612T221421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T165755Z
UID:10001018-1753198200-1753205400@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Supper Club Cooking Program
DESCRIPTION:A free cooking program for families with children 6-12 years old.\nCome join us in July for some family fun in the kitchen! Parents and caregivers with their elementary school-aged children are welcome to put on their chef hats and cook up a storm. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/summer-supper-club-cooking-program/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Parent Education and Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250513T174804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T174955Z
UID:10000951-1752832800-1752840000@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Community Kitchen for Moms
DESCRIPTION:FREE cooking classes and English conversation for immigrant moms with young children \nHave fun practicing English and cooking with other moms while learning about community resources and healthy eating. \nTo register \nPlease call 604 900 6136 or email Joanne at jmonteiro@fsgv.ca \n*Participants must register\n*Free childminding available–kids learn and play while you cook and practice English
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/english-conversation-community-kitchen-for-moms/2025-07-18/
LOCATION:Richmond Caring Place\, 340-7000 Minoru Blvd\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 3Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Community Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250715T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250715T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250612T221421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T165755Z
UID:10001017-1752593400-1752600600@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Supper Club Cooking Program
DESCRIPTION:A free cooking program for families with children 6-12 years old.\nCome join us in July for some family fun in the kitchen! Parents and caregivers with their elementary school-aged children are welcome to put on their chef hats and cook up a storm. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/summer-supper-club-cooking-program/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Parent Education and Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Summer-Supper-Club-Family-Program-July-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250513T174804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T174955Z
UID:10000950-1752228000-1752235200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Community Kitchen for Moms
DESCRIPTION:FREE cooking classes and English conversation for immigrant moms with young children \nHave fun practicing English and cooking with other moms while learning about community resources and healthy eating. \nTo register \nPlease call 604 900 6136 or email Joanne at jmonteiro@fsgv.ca \n*Participants must register\n*Free childminding available–kids learn and play while you cook and practice English
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/english-conversation-community-kitchen-for-moms/2025-07-11/
LOCATION:Richmond Caring Place\, 340-7000 Minoru Blvd\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 3Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Community Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250708T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250708T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250612T221421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T165755Z
UID:10001016-1751988600-1751995800@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Supper Club Cooking Program
DESCRIPTION:A free cooking program for families with children 6-12 years old.\nCome join us in July for some family fun in the kitchen! Parents and caregivers with their elementary school-aged children are welcome to put on their chef hats and cook up a storm. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/summer-supper-club-cooking-program/2025-07-08/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Parent Education and Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Summer-Supper-Club-Family-Program-July-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250513T174804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T174955Z
UID:10000949-1751623200-1751630400@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Community Kitchen for Moms
DESCRIPTION:FREE cooking classes and English conversation for immigrant moms with young children \nHave fun practicing English and cooking with other moms while learning about community resources and healthy eating. \nTo register \nPlease call 604 900 6136 or email Joanne at jmonteiro@fsgv.ca \n*Participants must register\n*Free childminding available–kids learn and play while you cook and practice English
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/english-conversation-community-kitchen-for-moms/2025-07-04/
LOCATION:Richmond Caring Place\, 340-7000 Minoru Blvd\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 3Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Community Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/English-conversation-community-kitchen-workshop-featured-image-July-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250625T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250625T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250514T213859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T213859Z
UID:10001012-1750854600-1750860000@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:ADHD in Focus
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity – Understanding Ourselves and Empowering Our Kids\nParenting\, when having ADHD\, can present unique challenges related to attention\, organization and emotional regulation. \nJoin us for 4 sessions where we will gain a stronger understanding of ADHD and how it impacts our daily lives and\, in relation\, how we parent our children. \nThis group is open to parents and caregivers with or without a formal ADHD diagnosis. Together\, we will explore strategies that support families who have members struggling with ADHD or its traits. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy \n*Refreshments are provided and childminding is available.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/adhd-in-focus/2025-06-25/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Preservation,Parent Education and Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ADHD-in-Focus-Workshop-Family-Support-May-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250618T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250514T213859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T213859Z
UID:10001011-1750249800-1750255200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:ADHD in Focus
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity – Understanding Ourselves and Empowering Our Kids\nParenting\, when having ADHD\, can present unique challenges related to attention\, organization and emotional regulation. \nJoin us for 4 sessions where we will gain a stronger understanding of ADHD and how it impacts our daily lives and\, in relation\, how we parent our children. \nThis group is open to parents and caregivers with or without a formal ADHD diagnosis. Together\, we will explore strategies that support families who have members struggling with ADHD or its traits. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy \n*Refreshments are provided and childminding is available.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/adhd-in-focus/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Preservation,Parent Education and Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ADHD-in-Focus-Workshop-Family-Support-May-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250616T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250602T173701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T173724Z
UID:10001014-1750069800-1750075200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Understand Credit and Cash Online Payment
DESCRIPTION:Understand how credit works\, avoid common pitfalls\, and learn strategies to manage and make cash online payments\, including the school payments. \nAvailable in-person and online. \nRegister online here.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/credit-and-cash-online-payment/
LOCATION:Richmond Caring Place\, 340-7000 Minoru Blvd\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 3Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Credit-and-Cash-Online-Payment-Workshop-Financial-Empowerment-June-16.25.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250514T213859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T213859Z
UID:10001010-1749645000-1749650400@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:ADHD in Focus
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity – Understanding Ourselves and Empowering Our Kids\nParenting\, when having ADHD\, can present unique challenges related to attention\, organization and emotional regulation. \nJoin us for 4 sessions where we will gain a stronger understanding of ADHD and how it impacts our daily lives and\, in relation\, how we parent our children. \nThis group is open to parents and caregivers with or without a formal ADHD diagnosis. Together\, we will explore strategies that support families who have members struggling with ADHD or its traits. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy \n*Refreshments are provided and childminding is available.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/adhd-in-focus/2025-06-11/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Preservation,Parent Education and Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ADHD-in-Focus-Workshop-Family-Support-May-2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250604T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250514T213859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T213859Z
UID:10001009-1749040200-1749045600@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:ADHD in Focus
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity – Understanding Ourselves and Empowering Our Kids\nParenting\, when having ADHD\, can present unique challenges related to attention\, organization and emotional regulation. \nJoin us for 4 sessions where we will gain a stronger understanding of ADHD and how it impacts our daily lives and\, in relation\, how we parent our children. \nThis group is open to parents and caregivers with or without a formal ADHD diagnosis. Together\, we will explore strategies that support families who have members struggling with ADHD or its traits. \n*Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/YgsdTMn2sy \n*Refreshments are provided and childminding is available.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/adhd-in-focus/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Vancouver Family Preservion & Reunification Services\, 4103 Fraser St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5V 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Preservation,Parent Education and Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ADHD-in-Focus-Workshop-Family-Support-May-2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250604T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250430T222916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T222916Z
UID:10000948-1749034800-1749040200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Money Skills Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Having debt is very stressful on top of current high cost of living and rent with unstable income or cutbacks on assistance. We want to discuss about your finance and teach you how to \ndeal with debts. \nDebt Management\nLearn how to manage and consolidate debts. \nYour Relationship with Money\nFigure out the ways your relationship with money impacts your financial habits and how to improve your relationship to money. \n*Honorarium of $25 in gift cards to each attended family.\n*Prizes of $25 gift cards during the workshop.\n*Certificate of attendance upon request.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/money-skills-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Literacy,Financial Empowerment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Money-Skills-Workshop-Financial-Literacy-June-2025-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250602T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250602T172420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T172420Z
UID:10001013-1748865600-1748871000@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Frauds & Scams: How to Protect Yourself
DESCRIPTION:This event is for seniors and older adults.\nThis workshop teaches you how to recognize common scams\, identify fraud tactics\, and provides practical steps to protect your assets. \nProvided in partnership with Surrey Libraries. \n*Registration required. Register in-person or by phone.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/frauds-scams-how-to-protect-yourself/
LOCATION:Semiahmoo Branch\, 1815 152 Street\, Surrey\, BC\, V4A 9Y9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fsgv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frauds-Scams-Workshop-Financial-Empowerment-June-2.25.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20241105T234329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T234329Z
UID:10000938-1745740800-1745758800@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Vancouver Sun Run 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Sun Run is Canada’s largest 10K road race and this year\, we are thrilled to be an Official Charity Partner of this incredible event. Take your race to the next level by becoming a charity runner (or walker) for FSGV and our neighbours in need! \nHOW IT WORKS\nStep 1: Register for the Vancouver Sun Run\n\nRun as an individual or join a team! If you’d like to join our team\, choose “10K Team Division – Join a Team” and search for “FSGV Team.” Then\, use the Team Access Code:  GKSVGH \n\nStep 2: Set-up your fundraising page\n\nFollowing this link to set up your fundraising page in minutes and start collecting donations from family and friends. Fundraise on your own or as a team – either way\, you’re going to make an important difference! \n\nStep 3: Make every step count!\n\nGet ready to run and keep your fundraising going until race day on Sunday\, April 27\, 2025! \n\nLast year we supported 12\,000+ families and individuals living in need\, experiencing crisis or navigating through trauma. To learn how our work impacts vulnerable people in communities across the Lower Mainland\, check out our 2024 Report to the Community.
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/vancouver-sun-run-2025/
LOCATION:Downtown Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Physical Location Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250403T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250221T011337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T011337Z
UID:10000946-1743703200-1743708600@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Taxes 101
DESCRIPTION:A free Financial Empowerment workshop\, presented in English and in partnership with New Westminster Public Library. \nWant to find out more about the concepts and basics of income tax? Come and learn how to file online\, how filing taxes is key to accessing benefits and credits and how to prepare for tax season. This workshop is for you if you’re interested in preparing your own taxes. \nThis program will be live\, in person\, and streamed online via Zoom. All registered attendees will receive the Zoom link. Unfortunately the program will not be recorded for later viewing. The in-person session will be in the Auditorium at the NWPL Main Branch. \nRegistration required: REGISTER
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/taxes-101/
LOCATION:NWPL\, 716 6th Ave\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3M 2B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Physical Location Events,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20230314T190628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T190628Z
UID:10000859-1743519600-1743526800@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Supercooks! (Fraser Middle)
DESCRIPTION:This is a free afterschool program open to SD40 students around grades 5-6 and requires no previous kitchen skills or aptitude. \nTeachers can refer students they think would most benefit from participating in the program\, and who would blossom with an activity based on skill-building\, peer-interaction\, and the opportunity to engage with trusted adults from the community.  By providing these children with an opportunity to build real-life skills\, the children may discover an aptitude for cooking that could turn into a career. The afterschool cooking program will also introduce the value of nutrition and healthy eating at early age. \nFor information on the Supercooks! program and how to register\, please contact our Manager of Community Projects and Partnerships: \nRick Bloudell\n604.517.6291\nEmail
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/supercooks-fraser-middle-2/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:Fraser River Middle School\, 800 Queens Ave\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 0J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Physical Location Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20230314T190628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T190628Z
UID:10000858-1742914800-1742922000@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Supercooks! (Fraser Middle)
DESCRIPTION:This is a free afterschool program open to SD40 students around grades 5-6 and requires no previous kitchen skills or aptitude. \nTeachers can refer students they think would most benefit from participating in the program\, and who would blossom with an activity based on skill-building\, peer-interaction\, and the opportunity to engage with trusted adults from the community.  By providing these children with an opportunity to build real-life skills\, the children may discover an aptitude for cooking that could turn into a career. The afterschool cooking program will also introduce the value of nutrition and healthy eating at early age. \nFor information on the Supercooks! program and how to register\, please contact our Manager of Community Projects and Partnerships: \nRick Bloudell\n604.517.6291\nEmail
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/supercooks-fraser-middle-2/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Fraser River Middle School\, 800 Queens Ave\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 0J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Physical Location Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250214T215827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T215927Z
UID:10000943-1742320800-1742326200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:All About Taxes
DESCRIPTION:A step-by-step look at how to file online and how to prepare for tax season to minimize stress. The session will also describe benefits and credits available to those who have filed their income taxes and how these benefits and credits can support individuals and families. \n*Free event with limited drop-in or join online via Zoom HERE. \nPresented in partnership with Prince George Public Library
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/all-about-taxes-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250318T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20230314T190628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T190628Z
UID:10000857-1742310000-1742317200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Supercooks! (Fraser Middle)
DESCRIPTION:This is a free afterschool program open to SD40 students around grades 5-6 and requires no previous kitchen skills or aptitude. \nTeachers can refer students they think would most benefit from participating in the program\, and who would blossom with an activity based on skill-building\, peer-interaction\, and the opportunity to engage with trusted adults from the community.  By providing these children with an opportunity to build real-life skills\, the children may discover an aptitude for cooking that could turn into a career. The afterschool cooking program will also introduce the value of nutrition and healthy eating at early age. \nFor information on the Supercooks! program and how to register\, please contact our Manager of Community Projects and Partnerships: \nRick Bloudell\n604.517.6291\nEmail
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/supercooks-fraser-middle-2/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Fraser River Middle School\, 800 Queens Ave\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 0J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Physical Location Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20230314T190628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T190628Z
UID:10000856-1741705200-1741712400@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Supercooks! (Fraser Middle)
DESCRIPTION:This is a free afterschool program open to SD40 students around grades 5-6 and requires no previous kitchen skills or aptitude. \nTeachers can refer students they think would most benefit from participating in the program\, and who would blossom with an activity based on skill-building\, peer-interaction\, and the opportunity to engage with trusted adults from the community.  By providing these children with an opportunity to build real-life skills\, the children may discover an aptitude for cooking that could turn into a career. The afterschool cooking program will also introduce the value of nutrition and healthy eating at early age. \nFor information on the Supercooks! program and how to register\, please contact our Manager of Community Projects and Partnerships: \nRick Bloudell\n604.517.6291\nEmail
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/supercooks-fraser-middle-2/2025-03-11/
LOCATION:Fraser River Middle School\, 800 Queens Ave\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 0J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Kitchens,Physical Location Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250221T005840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T005840Z
UID:10000944-1741690800-1741696200@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Basics Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presented in English\, in partnership with Vancouver Public Library. \nThis free workshop provides a step-by-step look at how to file online and how to prepare for tax season to minimize stress. The session will additionally describe benefits and credits that are available to those who have files their income taxes and the ways in which these benefits and credits can support individuals and families. \nTo join this Zoom event you will need a computer\, tablet\, or phone with internet access. A link to join the Zoom session will be sent by email ahead of the program.  \nRegistration required: REGISTER
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/tax-basics-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:info@vpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250308T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250308T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250131T194432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T194723Z
UID:10000942-1741429800-1741451400@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Money Skills for Women (Cantonese)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop brings women together to gain confidence in managing their finances. By providing practical knowledge and tools\, participants are empowered to take control of their financial future. \nKey topics covered include: \n\nUnderstanding our relationship with money\nBudgeting and setting financial goals\nSavings strategies and options\nFiling taxes and maximizing benefits\n\nThis workshop provides a safe and supportive environment where women can share experiences and learn from one another while building financial independence. \nPresented in partnership with Richmond Public Library \n*Registration Required \n\n本工作坊專為女性設計，旨在幫助大家學習如何掌控自己的財務生活。通過提供實用的知識和工具，幫助女性更好地管理金錢，提升對未來財務的信心和掌控力。\n課程內容涵蓋了金錢管理的核心概念，包括如何看待金錢、制定預算、設立財務目標，以及為自己和家人規劃儲蓄的方式。此外，還會介紹報稅的基本知識和如何善用福利政策。工作坊提供了一個安全、互助的空間，讓女性能夠安心分享自己的財務故事與經驗。 \n 
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/money-skills-for-women-cantonese-2/
LOCATION:Richmond Public Library\, 100-7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, British Columbia\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250307T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063407
CREATED:20250221T010653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T010653Z
UID:10000945-1741343400-1741348800@fsgv.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Basics Workshop - Champlain Heights
DESCRIPTION:Presented in English\, in partnership with Vancouver Public Library.  \nThis free workshop provides a step-by-step look at how to file online and how to prepare for tax season to minimize stress. The session will additionally describe benefits and credits that are available to those who have files their income taxes and the ways in which these benefits and credits can support you and your family.  \nRegistration required: REGISTER
URL:https://fsgv.ca/event/tax-basics-workshop-champlain-heights/
LOCATION:VPL Champlain Heights Branch\, 7110 Kerr St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5S 4W2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Financial Empowerment,Physical Location Events
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