PIRS - Vancouver @PIRSVancouver
We are a supportive community dedicated to empowering women to raise out of isolation and integrate into life in Canada. pirs.bc.ca Vancouver Joined October 2012-
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Happy Vaisakhi from the PIRS team! 🌟✨ Vaisakhi is a celebration of courage, community, and the spirit of selflessness. May this auspicious day bring joy, prosperity, and blessings to all. #Vaisakhi #PIRSfamily
Eid Mubarak from the PIRS team! 🌙✨ As we celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, we reflect on the culmination of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the joyous occasion when Muslims break their fast and come together in celebration.
🌟 On March 18 we gathered participants from the three cohorts of our Childcare Leadership Group and various system stakeholders, including Hon. Rachna Singh, the Minister of Education and Childcare. 💡 Read more : pirs.bc.ca/what-we-do/soc… @WAGE_FEGC 📸 by Natalia Botero
Happy Easter from all of us at PIRS 🐣🌷 May this day be filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of family and friends. Let's embrace the spirit of renewal and hope as we look forward to brighter days ahead. #EasterJoy #NewBeginnings #PIRSFamily 🌟
Today, as we commemorate Good Friday, the PIRS team extends heartfelt wishes to all observing this significant day. May the spirit of compassion, that permeates this day inspire us all to strive for greater unity and kindness in our communities. #GoodFriday #Renewal #PIRSFamily
🌟Explore the Pathways to Childcare Careers program! Applications close tomorrow, March 28th! 💻 Apply online at bit.ly/PIRSPathways or contact us at [email protected] or 778-608-4168. PIRS gratefully acknowledges the funding support of IRCC for this program. #BC
Join us in the #50_30Challenge and learn more inclusive leadership tips in the What Works Toolkit: Canada.ca/50-30-challenge #professionaldevelopment #leadership #equity #diversity #representation #50_30Challenge #edi #equitymatters #diversitymatters @WEC_Canada @canadabusiness
Let the colors of joy, love, and unity fill your hearts this Holi! 🌈✨ At Pacific Immigrants Resources Society, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity every day! Wishing you all a vibrant and joyous Holi from our PIRS family to yours! 💙💚💛🧡 #HappyHoli #PIRSCommunity
Join us in the #50_30Challenge and learn more inclusive leadership tips in the What Works Toolkit: Canada.ca/50-30-challenge @WEC_Canada @canadabusiness #professionaldevelopment #genderparity #leadership #equity #diversity #inclusion #representation #50_30Challenge #edi
Join us in the #50_30Challenge and learn more inclusive leadership tips in the What Works Toolkit: Canada.ca/50-30-challenge @WEC_Canada @canadabusiness #professionaldevelopment #genderparity #leadership #equity #diversity #inclusion #representation #50_30Challenge #edi
Applications are now open for - Pathways to Childcare Careers! Join our online info session on April 3, 2024, at 10 AM. 💻 Apply at bit.ly/PIRSPathways PIRS gratefully acknowledges the funding support of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for this program. #BC
A day of inspiration and empowerment. Learn new skills, forge connections, and create opportunities. 🎓 Join us at the Graduating & Networking Conference presented by this year’s participants. 💻 Register now at bit.ly/PIRSBuildingBr… #PIRS #community #bcservices #immigrants
🌟 Join us on March 18th (6-8PM) at the SFU Vancouver campus for our event on a childcare system that works for immigrant and refugee women project! 💻 Register now at bit.ly/EnvisionChildc…. See you there! Funding for this event is provided by Women and Gender Equality Canada.
The PIRS Online Auction is live, and we couldn't be more thrilled to invite you to take part in this meaningful event. To learn more or to bid click here: pirs.bc.ca/pirs-online-au… #OnlineAuction #VancouverAuction #VancouverNonprofit #Nonprofit #ImmigrantsWelcome #RefugeesWelcome
Did you know? Women may hesitate to apply for new roles because of gender stereotypes. Join us in the #50_30Challenge and learn more inclusive leadership tips in the What Works Toolkit: Canada.ca/50-30-challenge
Join us for the PIRS Online Auction starting this today, and running through March 18th! To bid click here: 32auctions.com/PIRSAnnualAuct… However if you’d like to know more click here: pirs.bc.ca/pirs-online-au… #OnlineAuction #VancouverNonprofit #VancouverAuction
Did you know that, as women step into leadership roles, they are more likely to face microaggressions than men in similar positions? Join us in the #50_30Challenge to break down these barriers: Canada.ca/50-30-challenge
We are excited to announce our upcoming online auction event. Our goal is to raise $5000. All proceeds support our trauma-informed programs. To learn more visit out website: pirs.bc.ca/pirs-online-au… #OnlineAuction
We are thrilled to bring Through the Lens: A Photographic Exploration of Exclusion, Inclusion and Belonging in the Childcare System to Thompson Community Centre in Richmond! To learn more about the project, please visit pirs.bc.ca/what-we-do/soc…
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Last night I had the pleasure of joining @PIRSVancouver and a room full of inspiring women to talk about how we are building a child care system that works for immigrant and refugee women.
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There is such power in community. So grateful for the support
There is so much power in community fundraising, and our community continues to show up for Afghan women. We are excited to share some stories from our local businesses and organizations that have set up initiatives to support PIRS' Afghan Women Fund! lnkd.in/gEvZNXKf
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