Posts Tagged ‘Vancouver’
Written by Romanda Simpson on 21 April 2010
It’s that wonderful day of the year when people in 174 countries celebrate our wonderful Earth! It all started in the spring of 1970 when protests throughout the world called out for strong action to protect our most vital habitat, the environment on our earth. Although it’s a specific day many countries, including Canada, do wonderful activities throughout the whole month and see April as “earth month”. With weeklong celebrations this month is a great opportunity for you to get out and enjoy the natural beauty that Vancouver has to offer while also contributing to building a healthy environment in your community. [Continue]
Written by Catherine Rana on 19 April 2010
"New immigrants may be unfamiliar with BC building codes, by-laws and regulations, and construction knowledge specific to our Canadian climate. For example, it’s important to be familiar with woodframe construction, building envelope (exterior), waterproofing and thermal insulation." [Continue]
Written by Catherine Rana on 16 April 2010
You may begin to notice a reoccurring theme in our blog: Networking is important in this city. But connecting with your community and the people in it doesn`t have to follow the standard formula. Yes, attending a professional networking event is important, but so is connecting with your community in a more relaxed, social setting. One of my favourite events is happening this Saturday, April 17th. It`s RECORD STORE DAY in Vancouver! [Continue]
Written by Jericho Bundac on 15 April 2010
Every year my dad hears the rumblings at work. He sees the newspapers. He sees the flags on the cars. He’s a sports fan but he doesn’t follow hockey in the regular season. So why now? Because it’s easy to get swept up in the energy, excitement, and frustration of a Canucks playoff run. [Continue]
Written by Catherine Rana on 21 January 2010
If you or someone you know is a new immigrant or refugee in the Vancouver-area, there is affordable (and often FREE) legal assistance available. Below are a few ways you can access legal assistance regarding a wide variety of issues, including immigration. [Continue]
Written by Catherine Rana on 14 December 2009
“You can’t just stop contributing cold turkey when your whole life has been around making a difference,” says Paul Kjekstad, a recently retired elementary school teacher. After teaching for 33 years in the Coquitlam School District, Kjekstad now volunteers his time mentoring two newcomer teachers at Mentoring Connections. “Having been in the profession for so long, you think you don’t have anything left to share, but you do. You have a lot to share,” adds Kjekstad. [Continue]
Written by ISSofBC Mentoring Connections on 12 December 2009
Mentoring Connections is an ISSofBC community initiative that brings together Vancouver-based professionals (mentors) and talented immigrants (mentees) from the same professional area. The goal of our program is to ease the transition of skilled immigrants into the Canadian workforce with the help of an experienced mentor. Volunteer mentors are not expected or required to find employment [Continue]
