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SUMMARY:Essential AI Skills for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This one-day hands-on course will empower business owners with AI tools to manage their business and become confident in using AI tools. \nView the course flyer here.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/essential-ai-skills-for-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251204T110000
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SUMMARY:Choose to Move (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:The 12-week Choose to Move program provides older adults (age 55 and up) with the motivation and support to become more active and integrate activity into your daily routine\, meet new friends and make a positive change! \nYou will work with a trained activity coach who helps you develop a plan made just for you. When it gets tough\, you will have the support from your coach and a group of peers\, who\, just like you\, are choosing health — they are choosing to move. \nOpen to Mandarin-speaking older adults. \nTo learn more or register\, call 604-218-9648 or email Lin Lin at llin@dcrs.ca.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/choose-to-move-mandarin/2025-12-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T110000
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SUMMARY:Choose to Move (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:The 12-week Choose to Move program provides older adults (age 55 and up) with the motivation and support to become more active and integrate activity into your daily routine\, meet new friends and make a positive change! \nYou will work with a trained activity coach who helps you develop a plan made just for you. When it gets tough\, you will have the support from your coach and a group of peers\, who\, just like you\, are choosing health — they are choosing to move. \nOpen to Mandarin-speaking older adults. \nTo learn more or register\, call 604-218-9648 or email Lin Lin at llin@dcrs.ca.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/choose-to-move-mandarin/2025-12-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T183000
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SUMMARY:Fraud Prevention Workshop For Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to recognize scams and secure yourself online!\nDid you know that newcomers are among the most targeted groups for online scams and fraud in Canada? Many fall victim because they’re unfamiliar with the fraudulent trends and tactics. In this workshop you will learn about: \n– IRCC and CRA scams.\n– Methods to protect yourself from fraud when accessing online settlement services\n– Ways to report fraud.\n– Methods to help protect you and your family against these attacks. \nWho’s eligible?\nPermanent residents\, protected persons\, government assisted refugees and privately sponsored refugees. \n(This is an online workshop via Teams) \n 
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/fraud-prevention-workshop-for-newcomers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T143000
DTSTAMP:20251205T201504Z
CREATED:20251204T180615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T201504Z
UID:10000069-1765890000-1765895400@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Fraud Prevention Workshop For Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to recognize scams and secure yourself online!\nDid you know that newcomers are among the most targeted groups for online scams and fraud in Canada? Many fall victim because they’re unfamiliar with the fraudulent trends and tactics. In this workshop you will learn about: \n– IRCC and CRA scams.\n– Methods to protect yourself from fraud when accessing online settlement services\n– Ways to report fraud.\n– Methods to help protect you and your family against these attacks. \nWho’s eligible?\nPermanent residents\, protected persons\, government assisted refugees and privately sponsored refugees. \n(This is an in-person workshop held at DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus)
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/fraud-prevention-workshop-for-newcomers-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T110000
DTSTAMP:20251118T185822Z
CREATED:20251107T005544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T185822Z
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SUMMARY:Choose to Move (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:The 12-week Choose to Move program provides older adults (age 55 and up) with the motivation and support to become more active and integrate activity into your daily routine\, meet new friends and make a positive change! \nYou will work with a trained activity coach who helps you develop a plan made just for you. When it gets tough\, you will have the support from your coach and a group of peers\, who\, just like you\, are choosing health — they are choosing to move. \nOpen to Mandarin-speaking older adults. \nTo learn more or register\, call 604-218-9648 or email Lin Lin at llin@dcrs.ca.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/choose-to-move-mandarin/2025-12-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260113T120000
DTSTAMP:20251223T214438Z
CREATED:20251223T214321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T214438Z
UID:10000075-1768298400-1768305600@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Cancer Screening & Prevention Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the best time for cancer screening is when you’re feeling healthy with no symptoms? \nJoin BC Cancer for an interactive session on cancer screening and prevention. You will learn about: \n\nBC’s four screening programs: breast\, cervix\, colon and lung and how to book an appointment\nWhy cancer screening is important for overall health\nHow to reduce cancer risk through lifestyle changes\n\nPlus\, on-site mammogram bookings and registration for cervix self-screening kits will be available\, along with other free resources and trivia prizes. Whether for yourself or to support loved ones\, join us and take charge of your health! \nWho’s eligible? \n\nPermanent residents and protected persons\nOpen work permit holders\, refugee claimants\, international students\, temporary workers\, provincial nominees and naturalized citizens\n\nTo register\, please call 778-867-9253 (PRs) or 604-363-2753\, or email lchen@dcrs.ca (PRs) or nzhang@dcrs.ca.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/cancer-screening-prevention-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T200000
DTSTAMP:20251224T002224Z
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UID:10000076-1768413600-1768420800@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Citizenship Preparation & Civic Engagement Course
DESCRIPTION:As you prepare for the Canadian citizenship exam\, this 20-hour course\, offered over 10 weeks\, will help you: \n• Learn about Canadian history\, heritage and culture\n• Understand your rights and responsibilities as a new citizen\n• Become an active citizen in your community! \nOpen to permanent residents. \nOnline via Zoom. \nTo register\, call Alka Vijh at 604-307-4071 or email avijh@dcrs.ca.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/canadian-citizenship-preparation-civic-engagement-course/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260115T200000
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SUMMARY:Cultural Expression Night
DESCRIPTION:Step into an evening dedicated to solidarity and celebration. \nThis gathering brings community members together to amplify and uplift diverse voices through art\, music\, and movement. \nEnjoy refreshments and performances from dancers\, singers\, drummers and poets from around the world\, plus a screening of Surrey LIP’s Stories of Impact. \nYou’ll also have a chance to win great door prizes! \nPrizes include: movie and popcorn passes to Landmark Cinemas; passes to Central City Fun Park; 4 gift cards to Surrey Escape Room and 1 month of unlimited yoga at Yoga 360!
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/cultural-expression-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260119T170000
DTSTAMP:20251115T000928Z
CREATED:20251115T000211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T000928Z
UID:10000064-1768827600-1768842000@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Essential AI Skills for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This one-day hands-on course will empower business owners with AI tools to manage their business and become confident in using AI tools. \nView the course flyer here.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/essential-ai-skills-for-businesses-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260129T150000
DTSTAMP:20251219T203157Z
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SUMMARY:A Path of Healing Through Self-Compassion Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Refugee claimants need support in their journey\, and Safe Haven can help.\nComienza tu camino hacia la paz interior aprendiendo a cuidarte con amabilidad y compasión. This workshop will focus on helping you: \n\nBuild self-compassion\nAccepting imperfections\,\nShowing kindness toward yourself and recognizing effort even when things don’t go well\n\nDelivered with language support in Spanish. \nWho’s eligible?\nRefugee claimants. protected persons\, government and private sponsored refugees and other humanitarian pathway newcomers
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/a-path-of-healing-through-self-compassion-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260206T190000
DTSTAMP:20251223T213933Z
CREATED:20251208T224156Z
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SUMMARY:Black Brilliance in BC
DESCRIPTION:To honour Black History Month and celebrate Black excellence\, DIVERSEcity’s fourth annual Black Brilliance in BC event is back on Friday\, February 6\, 2026\, 4–7 pm at Surrey City Hall (13450 104 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC). \nThis free event features inspirational speakers\, food\, music and dance\, bringing hundreds of attendees from Surrey and Metro Vancouver to celebrate Black talent\, cultures and achievements in Canada\, while creating space for connection and learning. \nLearn more at dcrs.ca/blackbrilliance.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/black-brilliance-in-bc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260209T160000
DTSTAMP:20251115T000940Z
CREATED:20251115T000656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T000940Z
UID:10000065-1770629400-1770652800@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Essential AI Skills for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This one-day hands-on course will empower business owners with AI tools to manage their business and become confident in using AI tools. \nView the course flyer here.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/essential-ai-skills-for-businesses-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260128T235925Z
CREATED:20260128T235925Z
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SUMMARY:Coast Capital Celebrating Success & Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:An evening dedicated to recognizing participant achievements while creating space for meaningful connection.\nAs participants complete their program journey\, we’ll celebrate the personal and professional milestones they’ve reached and the growth they’ve achieved along the way. This gathering brings people together not only to honour success\, but to strengthen community. \nThe evening will feature inspiring keynote remarks from OV Conversations’ Zahra and Asiya\, along with shared conversation over a meal and dedicated time for networking. Participants will have the opportunity to expand their circles\, exchange insights and connect with others who share similar goals and experiences. \nJoin us as we celebrate achievements and gather in community.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/coast-capital-celebrating-success-networking-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260206T082855Z
CREATED:20260206T082855Z
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SUMMARY:Experiential Learning with Kwantlen First Nation
DESCRIPTION:The next event in our Together Against Hate project is a free guided learning circle at the Kwantlen First Nation Cultural Centre on Saturday\, February 21\, 9 am – 12 pm. \nLed by Indigenous knowledge holders\, this experiential session offers land-based teachings\, storytelling and intergenerational dialogue — an opportunity to learn\, strengthen solidarity with Indigenous communities and actively demonstrate allyship. \nLearn more and reserve your free spot here. \n 
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/experiential-learning-with-kwantlen-first-nation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T150000
DTSTAMP:20251219T203057Z
CREATED:20251219T203057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T203057Z
UID:10000074-1772110800-1772118000@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Healing Through Gratitude Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Refugee claimants need support in their journey\, and Safe Haven can help.\nDescubre cómo la gratitud puede sanar y empoderarte. Una práctica sencilla que nutre tu mente\, ayudándote a encontrar paz y bienestar en tu nueva vida. \nThis workshop will explore the practice of gratitude and how recognizing small\, positive moments can increase happiness\, self-esteem and overall wellbeing. \nDelivered with language support in Spanish. \nWho’s eligible?\nRefugee claimants. protected persons\, government and private sponsored refugees and other humanitarian pathway newcomers
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/healing-through-gratitude-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T140000
DTSTAMP:20260219T205157Z
CREATED:20260219T203424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T205157Z
UID:10000080-1772537400-1772546400@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Surrey City Hall Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the City of Surrey works with a guided tour!\nJoin this in-person field trip and explore City Hall in downtown Surrey! Attend and \n·       Gain an overview of the City of Surrey operations \n·       Learn about how local government works \n·       Hear about the roles of the mayor\, council members and other officials \n·       Explore the theatres\, chambers and the Traffic Management Centre inside City Hall \nSpace is first-come-first-served\, so register today! \nMeet at DIVERSEcity at 11:30 am and we will take transit to City Hall together. Bus tickets will be provided. \nTo register please call: 604-307-4071 or email: avijh@dcrs.ca
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/surrey-city-hall-field-trip/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260212T184100Z
CREATED:20260206T083506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T184100Z
UID:10000079-1772618400-1772632800@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:DIVERSEcity x Minerva Women's Leadership Forum
DESCRIPTION:The fourth annual DIVERSEcity x Minerva Women’s Leadership Forum is set for March 4\, 2026\, in celebration of International Women’s Day! \nFor International Women’s Day\, DIVERSEcity and Minerva BC have teamed up to present our Women’s Leadership Forum\, to uplift\, connect and celebrate women leaders — both emerging and established — while also tackling big questions around women’s equality today. \nIt’s a day of learning\, connection and celebration. With an inspiring panel of speakers\, including comedian Julie Kim\, group activities\, entertainment\, exhibitor tables\, a lunch buffet\, giveaways\, floral photo studio and plenty of opportunity for dialogue and networking\, the event will be led by master of ceremonies and media maven Ria Renouf! The day’s program will focus on ways to build ourselves as women leaders while uplifting others. Together\, we bloom! \nLearn more about the event program and buy tickets here. 
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/diversecity-x-minerva-womens-leadership-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260226T200217Z
CREATED:20260224T233643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200217Z
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SUMMARY:DIVERSEcity Income Tax Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person income tax clinic.\nDo you need help filing your income taxes? \nConnect with a DIVESEcity volunteer\, trained by the Canada Revenue Agency\, to help you prepare and file your tax return. Registration starts March 2\, 2026. \nFor more information\, email volunteer@dcrs.ca or click here. \nWho’s eligible?\nResidents of Canada for tax purposes (living in Surrey\, Langley\, Delta and White Rock) with a modest family income of $35\,000 for one person\, to $52\,500 for more than five people. \nPlus investment income less than $1\,000. No business or rental income\, self-employment income\, capital gains or losses\, bankruptcy or deceased person filings. \nBook your free appointment here. \nWhat to bring?\n\nGovernment-issued photo ID\nSocial Insurance number\nNotice of assessment from previous year if applicable\nAny medical and disability receipts\nAny forms that apply: T4\, T4A\, T5\, T5007\, T4E\, T4A(OAS)\, T4RSP\, T2202A and t2201\n\nLocation?\nDIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus\, 13455 76 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/diversecity-income-tax-clinic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260226T195850Z
CREATED:20260226T195850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T195850Z
UID:10000107-1773136800-1773151200@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:DIVERSEcity Income Tax Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person income tax clinic.\nDo you need help filing your income taxes? \nConnect with a DIVESEcity volunteer\, trained by the Canada Revenue Agency\, to help you prepare and file your tax return. Registration starts March 2\, 2026. \nFor more information\, email volunteer@dcrs.ca or click here. \nWho’s eligible?\nResidents of Canada for tax purposes (living in Surrey\, Langley\, Delta and White Rock) with a modest family income of $35\,000 for one person\, to $52\,500 for more than five people. \nPlus investment income less than $1\,000. No business or rental income\, self-employment income\, capital gains or losses\, bankruptcy or deceased person filings. \nBook your free appointment here. \nWhat to bring? \n\nGovernment-issued photo ID\nSocial Insurance number\nNotice of assessment from previous year if applicable\nAny medical and disability receipts\nAny forms that apply: T4\, T4A\, T5\, T5007\, T4E\, T4A(OAS)\, T4RSP\, T2202A and t2201\n\nLocation?\nSurrey Libraries Strawberry Hill Branch\, 7399 122 Street\, Surrey\, BC
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/diversecity-income-tax-clinic-23/
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