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SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED (long weekend\, Labour Day Sept. 1)
DESCRIPTION:Office closed Saturday\, August 30 – September 1 (Labour Day). We re-open September 2.
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/office-closed-long-weekend-labour-day-sept-1/
LOCATION:SISS Office\, 101-371 Hudson Ave NE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 4N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Office
ORGANIZER;CN="Aileen":MAILTO:service@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
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SUMMARY:English Session & Salmon Arm Stationery
DESCRIPTION:Join Terri and a volunteer for a language lesson (on determiners “some” and “any” among others). After a break with complimentary snacks and beverages\, we’ll take a field trip to Salmon Arm Stationery (310 Hudson Ave NE\, on the corner nearby). This friendly\, locally owned shop offers inexpensive faxes\, photocopies\, school/office supplies\, and more. Come find out what “ELF” means too!
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/english-session-9/
LOCATION:SISS Office\, 101-371 Hudson Ave NE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 4N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English Language
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Everest":MAILTO:support@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T190000
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SUMMARY:Learn to Squaredance!
DESCRIPTION:Join Terri and learn to squaredance for free at  5th Avenue Activity Centre (170 5th Avenue SE)! Kids age 8+ are welcome too (or can sit on the side or a room next door). Free snacks and beverages provided (including ice cream!). You can also learn to dance for free on Wednesday\, September 17 and 24th (from 7 pm). Dancing continues every Wednesday evening until April.
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/learn-to-squaredance/
LOCATION:Fifth Avenue Activity Centre\, 170 5 Ave SE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 4H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English Language
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Everest":MAILTO:support@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T205839Z
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SUMMARY:CLASS CANCELLED (NO CLASS)
DESCRIPTION:English class is cancelled due to a family emergency. Sorry for the inconvenience!
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/english-session-11/
LOCATION:SISS Office\, 101-371 Hudson Ave NE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 4N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English Language
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Everest":MAILTO:support@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
CREATED:20250910T021545Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual -- Cross Cultural Conduct:  Navigating Legal Behaviors in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Being a newcomer in a new country can get confusing especially when it comes to gestures\, cultural norms and actions\, that might be acceptable in your home country but are not okay in Canada.  To protect yourself from potential trouble\, join our upcoming virtual info session with Perla from Okanagan Thompson Legal Clinic where we’ll cover the behaviors that may be acceptable in your home country but could lead to legal issues in Canada.  Registration is required for log-in credentials. Register with service@sissociety.ca\, call 250 804 2726\, or text/WhatsApp 250 253 9024.
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/virtual-cross-cultural-conduct-navigating-legal-behaviors-in-canada/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Info Session
ORGANIZER;CN="Aileen":MAILTO:service@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
CREATED:20250910T020904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T021105Z
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SUMMARY:French Conversation Circle!
DESCRIPTION:Parlez-vous francais? Join a facilitator for a chat in French over complimentary snacks and beverages in the SISS office. All levels are welcome!
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/french-conversation-circle-4/
LOCATION:SISS Office\, 101-371 Hudson Ave NE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 4N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Aileen":MAILTO:service@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
CREATED:20250910T164044Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL - Immigration Unpacked: What's New and What it Means to You
DESCRIPTION:Immigration policies are constantly changing and it can be a challenge to stay informed.  Fortunately\, Laurie is here to help as she breaks down the latest updates and answer your most pressing questions\, especially if you are planning to submit an application soon.  Registration is required for log-in credentials to this virtual session. To register\, email service@sissociety.ca\, call 250 804 2726 or text/WhatsApp 250 235 9024.
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/virtual-immigration-unpacked-whats-new-and-what-is-means-to-you/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Info Session
ORGANIZER;CN="Aileen":MAILTO:service@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T183000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
CREATED:20250916T171138Z
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SUMMARY:Sicamous Meet-up: Library\, Fungi Festival\, & Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:2-4 pm. Drop in to Sicamous library (446 Main St. #2) for a chat or assistance with English\, driving\, citizenship or other tests\, settlement issues\, library card registration\, and more. Please contact Terri by Thursday\, Sept. 28 if you want specific materials prepared. \n4-5 pm. Come to Sicamous library and listen to expert Paul Kroeger’s free presentation\, A World of Wonder Beneath your Feet. Learn all about mushrooms and fungi. This is a great listening opportunity! \n5-6:30 pm. Join Terri at the Farmers’ Market (322 Main St.). Many vendors will be selling mushroom and fungi products! You can also go upstairs in the Legion building to see free exhibits for the annual Sicamous Fungi Festival (09/19-21).  Get a complimentary bowl of homemade mushroom soup too (Terri/SISS will donate money for the soup – just tell the soup people or find Terri). \n 
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/sicamous-library-fungi-festival-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Sicamous Library\, 2-446 Main St\, Sicamous\, British Columbia\, V0E2V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English Language
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Everest":MAILTO:support@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T100000
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SUMMARY:English Session & Volunteer Talk
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever done volunteer work in Canada or your home country? Volunteering is a great way to boost your resume\, get some work experience in Canada\, and get connected with others in your community!  Join Terri and a volunteer Lori to learn all about volunteer opportunities in Salmon Arm and surrounding areas. Share your ideas too!
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/english-session-10/
LOCATION:SISS Office\, 101-371 Hudson Ave NE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 4N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English Language
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Everest":MAILTO:support@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
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SUMMARY:Free Mini Golf (Welcoming Week)!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a free\, fun game of mini golf\, connect with community members\, and share experiences about building and living in a safe\, welcoming place. Come to Salmon Arm Go-Karts and Mini Golf (5980 60 Ave NE\, Canoe\, BC). You can drive OR arrange transportation to/from the SISS office. Additionally\, Bus 23 will get you really close (5-10 minute walk if you get off bus 23 at the Canoe School bus-stop). \nLimited slots. Registration required: outreach@sissociety.ca\, 250-804-2726 (office)\, or text/WhatsApp:  250-253-9024.  Celebrate the people\, places\, and values that make everyone feel included and create a true sense of belonging in our community no matter where you come from.
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/free-mini-golf-welcoming-week/
LOCATION:Salmon Arm Go-Karts and Mini Golf\, 5980 60 Ave NE\, Canoe\, BC\, V0E 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Luz Angela":MAILTO:outreach@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250923T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
CREATED:20250916T174031Z
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SUMMARY:Enderby Meet-up: Enderbeans & Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Terri & others from 11:30 am -1:00 pm at Enderbeans Cafe (908 B Belvedere St.) to chat and network over complimentary snacks and beverages. You can also drop in to Enderby Library (514 Cliff Avenue) anytime from 1-3:00 pm for a chat with Terri – get help with library card registration\, tests (English\, driving\, citizenship)\, and other matters. See you there!
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/enderby-meet-up-enderbeans-library-2/
LOCATION:Enderbeans Cafe\, 908 Belvedere St\, Enderby\, British Columbia\, V0E 1V0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Everest":MAILTO:support@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
CREATED:20250910T162826Z
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SUMMARY:Orchard Farm Tour & Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Join Terri for a farm tour\, apple picking\, and a potluck picnic at Peterson Orchard (5690 35 St NE\, Salmon Arm). Please bring some food to share if you can. Terri will supply plates\, cups\, cutlery\, drinks\, and dessert. You can drive directly to the farm (A SISS volunteer will be there 3:45 onwards\, and Terri will be there by 4:00 pm.) You can also meet Terri 3:30 pm outside SISS if you need transportation. If you need a ride\, please contact Terri by Thursday\, September 25: support@sissociety.ca or 236-586-7565 (text or WhatsApp).
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/orchard-farm-tour-potluck/
LOCATION:Peterson Orchard Farm\, 5690 35 St NE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 2B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English Language
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Everest":MAILTO:support@sissociety.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20260419T092753
CREATED:20250910T163214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T163214Z
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SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED (National Truth & Reconciliation Day)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sissociety.ca/event/office-closed-national-truth-reconciliation-day/
LOCATION:SISS Office\, 101-371 Hudson Ave NE\, Salmon Arm\, BC\, V1E 4N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Office
ORGANIZER;CN="Aileen":MAILTO:service@sissociety.ca
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