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SUMMARY:Sustainable Gardening at VanDusen Garden’s Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join us at VanDusen Garden for a series of monthly\, themed workshops designed to inspire and empower gardeners of all levels. Each session combines expert insights\, hands-on activities\, and climate tips\, all while showcasing the beauty of sustainable living. Whether you’re exploring pollinator-friendly planting\, mastering the art of natural dyeing\, or learning to preserve your garden harvest\, there’s something for everyone. \n\nLocation: VanDusen Botanical Garden\, Vancouver\, BC\nTime: Varies by theme\nAudience: Open to all skill levels\nRegister by emailing seniors@mosaicbc.org\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to deepen your connection with nature\, support pollinators\, and learn how to garden sustainably. \nWhy Attend?\n\nGain practical knowledge on sustainable gardening and green living.\nParticipate in hands-on workshops led by knowledgeable speakers.\nDiscover climate stewardship practices to combat climate change.\nConnect with like-minded individuals in a stunning garden setting.\n\nUpcoming Themes and Highlights:\n\nMay 21 – Blooms & Bees\nWhat’s planned? Plant flowers to attract pollinators and learn how to roll beeswax candles.\nJune 18 – Edible Abundance\nWhat’s planned? Grow fresh herbs and greens\, perfect for simple summer recipes.\nJuly 10 – Sizzling Summer\nWhat’s planned? Discover top tips for tomato care\, pest management\, and maximizing your harvest.\nAugust 26 – Herbs in Bloom\nWhat’s planned? Get creative with herbs as you make salves\, infused oils\, and fragrant sachets.\nOctober 15 – Fall’s Finale\nWhat’s planned? Prepare your garden for winter with garlic planting and soil-enriching cover crops.\n\nRegister Now!\nSpaces are limited! Register today to reserve your spot in our engaging\, hands-on workshops. Visit our website for more details and to explore the full schedule of events. \nThis event is organized by the Seniors Club Program. If you are interested in more support\, visit our program page and see how can we help you and your family.
URL:https://dev.mosaicbc.org/event/sustainable-gardening-workshops/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Van Dusen Garden\, 5151 Oak St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6M 1A2
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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://dev.mosaicbc.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-spanish-speakers/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
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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://dev.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://dev.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:English Practice Café
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers’ & Networking: English Practice Café\nBuild Confidence in English and Connect with Your Community\nAre you looking for a friendly space to practice English and meet new people? Join our English Practice Café\, where newcomers and community members come together to learn\, share\, and support each other. This informal setting is perfect for improving your language skills while building meaningful connections. \n\nEvent Details \n\nWhen: Fridays (From November 21st to December 19th) | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM\nWhere: 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nYou can register here or contact us by email or phone:\n\nFaye Bartolome: fbartolome@mosaicbc.org | +1 (236) 485-1238\nCamila Tobar: ctobar@mosaicbc.org | +1 (236) 688-8107\n\n\n\n\nWhy Join Our English Practice Café?\n\nPractice English in real conversations\nShare experiences and learn informally\nBuild friendships and local connections\nSupport each other as we settle in together\n\nWho Can Attend?\n\nPermanent Residents and Protected Persons\nEnglish Level: Upper Beginners\n\n\nNeed More Support?\nIf you want more help with settlement\, community connection\, and navigation\, explore the Newcomers and Community Building Program. This program offers resources and guidance to help you thrive in your new community. \nJoin us this Friday and start building your language skills and community connections!
URL:https://dev.mosaicbc.org/event/english-practice-cafe-vancouver/2025-11-21/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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SUMMARY:Interview Skills Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Shine in Your Next Job Interview: Join Our Interview Skills Workshop!\nStep into your next interview with confidence! Whether you’re just starting your job search or looking to sharpen your skills\, this practical and interactive workshop will help you make a lasting impression on employers. \nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday November 26\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: MOSAIC Head Office\, 5575 Boundary Rd.\, Vancouver\nPlease register using this form. \nWhat You’ll Gain\n\nLearn about the different types of job interviews including screening\, panel and virtual formats\nDiscover effective strategies to prepare and present yourself professionally\nExplore some of the most common questions employers ask and how to answer them with clarity and impact\nGet tips on thoughtful questions you can ask during an interview to show your interest and initiative\nParticipate in small group practice sessions to apply what you’ve learned in a supportive environment\n\nThis workshop is designed to boost your confidence\, polish your communication\, and help you feel prepared and empowered when facing potential employers. \nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is available to open work permit holders\, study permit holders\, refugee claimants\, and naturalized citizens eager to build a strong foundation for their job search in Canada. \nPlease note: the session will be delivered in English. \nCome ready to participate\, learn\, and grow—your next opportunity could be just one great interview away! \nNeed More Support?\nThis workshop is offered through our BC Newcomer Services Program (BCNSP). If you need more help adjusting to life in Canada\, exploring employment\, or accessing community resources\, visit the program page to learn more.
URL:https://dev.mosaicbc.org/event/interview-skills-workshop-vancouver/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Employment related events,Workshops
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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://dev.mosaicbc.org/event/creative-calm-art-for-wellness/2025-11-27/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events
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SUMMARY:English Practice Café
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers’ & Networking: English Practice Café\nBuild Confidence in English and Connect with Your Community\nAre you looking for a friendly space to practice English and meet new people? Join our English Practice Café\, where newcomers and community members come together to learn\, share\, and support each other. This informal setting is perfect for improving your language skills while building meaningful connections. \n\nEvent Details \n\nWhen: Fridays (From November 21st to December 19th) | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM\nWhere: 5575 Boundary Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 2P9\nYou can register here or contact us by email or phone:\n\nFaye Bartolome: fbartolome@mosaicbc.org | +1 (236) 485-1238\nCamila Tobar: ctobar@mosaicbc.org | +1 (236) 688-8107\n\n\n\n\nWhy Join Our English Practice Café?\n\nPractice English in real conversations\nShare experiences and learn informally\nBuild friendships and local connections\nSupport each other as we settle in together\n\nWho Can Attend?\n\nPermanent Residents and Protected Persons\nEnglish Level: Upper Beginners\n\n\nNeed More Support?\nIf you want more help with settlement\, community connection\, and navigation\, explore the Newcomers and Community Building Program. This program offers resources and guidance to help you thrive in your new community. \nJoin us this Friday and start building your language skills and community connections!
URL:https://dev.mosaicbc.org/event/english-practice-cafe-vancouver/2025-11-28/
LOCATION:MOSAIC – Boundary\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5R 2P9
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circles
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