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At the World's Edge-Curt Lang
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Join author Claudia Cornwall, as she discusses her new book, At the World's Edge-Curt Lang's Vancouver: 1937-1998 at McGill Library. Limited space so please register online, in person at the McGill Library or by calling 604-299-8955
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07:30 pm
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Cost:
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Free (limited space)
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McGill Library
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More info:
604-299-8955
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Toque Campaign - Let's Put a Cap on Youth Homelessness! There ARE Solutions!
Buy a toque and help youth break away from street culture towards a better future. It's an investment that makes sound economic and social sense.
"Homeless and at-risk youth need educational and employment training and opportunities and stable, secure housing to help them to grow into independent, self-sufficient, contributing members of society."
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CPP & OAS Information Session
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This information session is specifically for seniors or near seniors on the Canada Pension Plan as well as the Old Age Security Program. Learn about the new changes to the Canada Pension Plan. Advanced registration is required. Register online OR call 604-436-5400
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Time:
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06:30 pm
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Cost:
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Free
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Location:
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Bob Prittie Metrotown Library
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More info:
604-436-5400
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Toque Campaign - Let's Put a Cap on Youth Homelessness! There ARE Solutions!
Buy a toque and help youth break away from street culture towards a better future. It’s an investment that makes sound economic and social sense.
“Homeless and at-risk youth need educational and employment training and opportunities and stable, secure housing to help them to grow into independent, self-sufficient, contributing members of society.”
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Are you looking for work or wanting a career change? Come to the library for a free one hour tour of the career and job search materials. Learn about the hidden job market, how to research companies, explore careers, and find employment interview, cover letter and resume resources. Tours are drop-in with no advance registration.
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Time:
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02:00 pm
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Cost:
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Free
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Location:
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Bob Prittie Metrotown Library
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More info:
604-436-5400
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Tour the world of crime & mystery with Burnaby Librarians! Crime novels set in distance locales offer much more than just local colour and a good mystery; they are also a window on the cultures of diverse continents and countries. Please join us for an evening of fast-paced reviews of recommened crime & mystery novels from around the world. Register online, in person at the McGill Library or phone 604-299-8955.
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Time:
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07:00 pm
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Cost:
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Free (limited space)
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Location:
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McGill Library
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More info:
604-299-8955
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Find out about Family Law in BC. A reprentative from Legal Aid will talk about where to go for free pubic legal information publications and websites. Legal aid eligibility and where to go for free legal advice will also be discussed. Please register online, in person at the library, or by calling 604-436-5400
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Time:
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07:00 pm
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Cost:
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Free (please register)
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Location:
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Bob Prittie Metrotown Library
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More info:
604-436-5400
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Are you, in principle, for or against banning books in certain circumstances? What books, if any, might be banned or severely restricted in Canada? Moderator Randall Mackinnon, IDEASage of mackINNOVATION, has served as President and board member as well as executive, consulting and service staff member for a diverse range of innovative service organizations since 1970. No registration required.
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Time:
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07:00 pm
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Cost:
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Free
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Location:
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Bob Prittie Metrotown Library
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More info:
604-436-5400
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Prospective Foster Parents Info Session
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Looking to make a difference in the lives of children and youth in your community? On Feb 15,2012 there will be an information session for those interested in finding out about fostering with the Ministry of Children and Family Development at the Tommy Douglas Library from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. For further information., please call our recruitment team at 604-520-2900 or log on to www.fraserregionfostering.com
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Time:
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06:30 am
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Cost:
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Free
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Location:
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Tommy Douglas Library
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More info:
604-520-2900
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Join the Canada Revenue Agency as they present retirement topics. Advanced registration required. Please call 604-436-5400 to register or register online.
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Time:
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01:30 pm
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Cost:
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Free
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Location:
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Bob Prittie Metrotown Library
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More info:
604-436-5400
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SFU Philosophers' Cafe:Sound in the City
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How do silence and sound function in society today? Is real dialogue even possible? Does city noise drown out conversation or enhance it? Moderated by Paul Matthew St. Pierre, a Professor of English at SFU. No registration required.
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Time:
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07:00 pm
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Cost:
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Free
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Location:
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McGill Library
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More info:
604-299-8955
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Citizenship Test Preparation
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MOSAIC and the Burnaby Public Library are presenting a free two-day workshop on preparing for the Canadian citizenship test. Classes are in English and cover topics such as Canadian geography, economics, history, government, voting in Canada, rights and responsibilities of citizenship and Canadian culture and symbols. Registration is required. Register online or call 604-436-5400.
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Time:
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02:00 pm
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Cost:
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Free 2 day workshp
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Location:
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Bob Prittie Metrotown Library
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More info:
604-436-5400
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Citizenship Test Prepartion-Day 2
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MOSAIC and the Burnaby Public Library are presenting a free two-day workshop on preparing for the Canadian citizenship test. Classes are in English and cover topics such as Canadian geography, economics, history, government, voting in Canada, rights and responsibilities of citizenship and Canadian culture and symbols. Registration is required. Register online or call 604-436-5400.
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Time:
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02:00 pm
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Cost:
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Free
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Location:
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Bob Prittie Metrotown Library
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More info:
604-436-5400
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BULLYING STOPS HERE! "I commit to a BULLY-FREE LIFE"
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