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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-2/
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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:20260114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260114T200000
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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:20260113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260113T120000
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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:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251218T110000
DTSTAMP: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:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251216T143000
DTSTAMP:20251205T201504Z
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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 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:20251215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T183000
DTSTAMP:20251208T234704Z
CREATED:20251204T180242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T234704Z
UID:10000068-1765818000-1765823400@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 online workshop via Teams) \n 
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/fraud-prevention-workshop-for-newcomers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T110000
DTSTAMP: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/2025-12-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251204T110000
DTSTAMP: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/2025-12-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251201T133000
DTSTAMP:20251114T235806Z
CREATED:20251114T235654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T235806Z
UID:10000063-1764581400-1764595800@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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T153000
DTSTAMP:20251113T192145Z
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SUMMARY:Educational Trip to Museum of Anthropology
DESCRIPTION:Explore the history\, culture and art of First Nations and other cultural communities of BC!\nThis educational field trip is an opportunity for newcomers and Indigenous Elders to connect\, learn and build friendships. \nThe bus will leave at 9:30am from DIVERSEcity (13455 76 Avenue\, Surrey\, BC) and return by 3:30 pm at DIVERSEcity. \nLight snacks will be provided. \nWho’s eligible?\nPermanent residents\, protected people or Indigenous elders \nTo register please call: 604-307-4071  or email avijh@dcrs.ca
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/educational-trip-to-museum-of-anthropology/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T110000
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/2025-11-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T110000
DTSTAMP:20251118T185822Z
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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/2025-11-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T120000
DTSTAMP:20251107T010845Z
CREATED:20251107T010845Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Essentials: Computer Skills for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Digital Essentials: Computer Skills for Beginners\nMany people are looking to strengthen their computer and internet skill — and DIVERSEcity can help! Join our free\, hands-on workshop series designed for beginners who want to learn how to use computers\, browse the internet safely\, send emails and create documents. You’ll learn: \nComputer essentials\, like how to identify parts of the computer.\nInternet basics\, like safe browsing\, how to search effectively and protect your information.\nHow to create\, send and manage emails.\nHow to troubleshoot and solve common computer issues.\nThis workshop will be delivered in Arabic. \nWho’s eligible?\nRefugee claimants and Asylum Seekers \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/digital-essentials-computer-skills-for-beginners/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T110000
DTSTAMP:20251118T185822Z
CREATED:20251107T005544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T185822Z
UID:10000003-1763028000-1763031600@diversecity.kimboagency.com
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/2025-11-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T123000
DTSTAMP:20251107T005751Z
CREATED:20251107T001855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T005751Z
UID:10000001-1762164000-1762173000@diversecity.kimboagency.com
SUMMARY:Dia de Los Muertos: Platica Y Ofrenda (Day of the Dead Community Gathering)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Day of the Dead Community Gathering\, which will include a grief and healing talk with a therapist.\nPlatica sobre duelo y sanacion cón un terapeuta ofrenda. \nSiéntete libre de traer lo que puedas! Registration required. Limited seats. \nThis gathering is free to attend.
URL:https://diversecity.kimboagency.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-platica-y-ofrenda-day-of-the-dead-community-gathering/
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