Youth Week 2024
2024-05-01 - 2024-05-07 | Timms Community Centre, 20399 Douglas Cr, Langley, BC, Canada
BC Youth Week is a provincial celebration of youth held annually during the first week of May. It is a week of fun filled interaction and a celebration intended to build a strong connection between youth and their communities. This event is intended to highlight the interests, accomplishments, and diversity of youth across the province.
All Langley City Youth Week events are free for youth 12-18yrs with your Youth Week Activity Pass!
Register for your pass starting April 15:
In Person: Timms Community Centre – 20399 Douglas Cr
By Phone: 604-514-2940
Online

Encompass Circle of Security Parenting Program
2024-05-01 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-05-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-05-15 09:30 - 11:30 UTC | United Churches of Langley, 21562 Old Yale Rd, Langley, BC, Canada
At times, caregivers can feel lost about what their child may need from them. Imagine what it could feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking.
The Circle of Security Program is an 8-week course based on decades of research about how secure caregiver/child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Wednesdays – 8 Sessions
When: April 10th through May 29th, 2024, 9:30am – 11:30am
Where: United Churches of Langley, 21562 Old Yale Rd, Langley BC
To register or for more information:
Liliana Ornelas, 778-808-1478
lornelas@encompass-supports.com
*Space is Limited.

FVRL Coffee and Conversation Club
2024-05-01 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Brookswood Library, 20045 40 Avenue, Langley, BC, Canada
Enjoy coffee and conversation in a welcoming, relaxed environment. Get to know your neighbourhood community. Everyone welcome!

LCSS English Conversation Circle - Thursday
2024-05-02 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-05-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Langley Community Services Society, #100 6470 - 201 Street, Langley, British Columbia, V2Y 2X4, Canada
Topics: Finding a job, health and safety, preparing for interviews, workplace culture, etc.
Duration: April 22 to June 1, 2024
Cost: FREE
LCSS Welcome Centre (6470 201 Street, Langley, BC)
Thursdays: 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Eligible Clients:
Work Permit
Study Permit
Refugee Claimant
Naturalized Canadian Citizen

2024 State of the Township
2024-05-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Langley Events Centre, 7888 200 St, Langley Twp, BC, Canada
Join Township of Langley Mayor Eric Woodward as he delivers his inaugural State of the Township Address. The event will cover the Township’s current landscape and exciting initiatives on the horizon.
Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024
Time: 6 – 8pm
Location: Langley Events Centre
Registration: Free to attend. Register soon as space is limited.
The State of the Township Address is an opportunity for community members to hear from Mayor Woodward, 18 months since his election. The Mayor will highlight key achievements, address ongoing challenges, and outline the Township’s trajectory.
During the address, you will learn about the Mayor’s plan for the Township’s growth, share his views on policy directions, the progress of capital projects, along with a vision for the future.

Breastfeeding Cafe
2024-05-03 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-05-10 09:30 - 11:30 | Family Place South, 5339 207 Street, Langley, BC, Canada
Join Family Place South and Fraser Health at the Breastfeeding Cafe, Fridays from 9:30am until 11:30am at Family Place South, 5339 207 Street.

LCSS English Conversation Circle - Saturday
2024-05-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-05-11 10:00 - 11:30 | LCSS Main Site, 5339 207 Street, Langley, BC, Canada
Topics: Finding a job, health and safety, preparing for interviews, workplace culture, etc.
Duration: April 22 to June 1, 2024
Cost: FREE
LCSS Main Site (5339 207 Street, Langley, BC)
Saturdays: 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Eligible Clients:
Work Permit
Study Permit
Refugee Claimant
Naturalized Canadian Citizen

ISSofBC English Conversation Circle
2024-05-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Timms Community Centre, 20399 Douglas Cr, Langley, BC, Canada
Join us at our weekly discussions & activities, learn about Canadian heritage, build your speaking confidence, and more.
This program is delivered by ISSofBC in partnership with Fraser Valley Regional Library – City of Langley Library.
When: Starting Apr 27 , 2024 – June 29, 2024
Saturdays, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Levels 1-4)
Where: 20399 Douglas Crescent Langley BC V3A 4B3 (Fraser Valley Regional Library Inside Timms Community Centre)
Eligibility: Open to all permanent residents, Protected Persons and other eligible individuals
To register: Please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/Bn8f9vXgij

Laughing Back at Empire - Asian Canadian Activism
2024-05-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Centre A: Vancouver International Centre for Contemporary Asian Art, 268 Keefer Street #Unit 205, Vancouver, BC, Canada
“Laughing Back at Empire” – Asian Canadian activism from the Asianadian to Ricepaper Magazine featuring Angie Wong, Cheuk Kwan, Todd Wong
Saturday, May 4, 4:00-5:00pm at Centre A
Important accessibility note: Unfortunately, both elevators in the Sun Wah building are currently out of order. Event attendees will need to use the staircase to get to Centre A.
A ground-breaking book about the Asianasian, one of Canada’s first anti-racist, anti- sexist, and anti-homophobic magazines, “Laughing Back at Empire” recounts the significance of this seven-year run publication that established a national platform for then-emerging Asian Canadian writers, artists, musicians, activists, and scholars such as SKY Lee, Jim Wong-Chu, Joy Kogawa, Himani Bannerji, and Paul Yee.

FVRL English Conversation Circle
2024-05-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Muriel Arnason Library – Willowbrook, 130 20338 65 Avenue, Langley, BC, Canada
Improve your English through conversation! Meet and chat with other English learners in a safe and supportive environment. Join us every Sunday with monthly visits from community service providers! For all ages.

LCSS English Conversation Circle - Monday
2024-05-06 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-05-13 13:00 - 14:30 | LCSS Main Site, 5339 207 Street, Langley, BC, Canada
Topics: Finding a job, health and safety, preparing for interviews, workplace culture, etc.
Duration: April 22 to June 1, 2024
Cost: FREE
LCSS Main Site (5339 207 Street, Langley, BC)
Monday: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Eligible Clients:
Work Permit
Study Permit
Refugee Claimant
Naturalized Canadian Citizen

LCSS and The Children's Foundation - "Taming The Worry Dragon"
2024-05-07 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-05-14 17:00 - 18:30 | University Hall 1, The Welcome Center, 6470 201 Street, Langley, BC, Canada
*REGISTRATION AND PARENT PARTICIPATION REQUIRED*
What: FREE 8 Session Psycho-Educational Group for kids who struggle with anxiety.
Who: Children ages 8-12 accompanied by caregiver
When: Every Tuesday 5-6:30 pm April 16- June 4, 2024
Where: University Hall 1, The Welcome Center 6470 201 St. Langley
E-mail Brianna Eskildsen to register at beskildsen@lcss.ca
Contact Facilitator Megan Zurak for questions related to group
P: 604-533-7920 ext.1308 E: mzurak@lcss.ca

Langley School District Foundation – Physical Literacy in the Early Years
2024-05-07 17:00 - 20:30 | BC
This workshop focuses on providing early years staff and parents with an increased understanding of physical literacy development in young children.
DATE
Tuesday May 7, 2024
TIME
5:00 PM-8:30 PM
Free dinner provided!
Topics include:

Active play, fundamental movement skills, risky play and physical literacy.
The critical role early years play in the future health and physical literacy of a child.
Activities that support active play in the early years. Educational tools for parents which highlight the important role of active play on a child’s overall development

View the event poster here: Physical Literacy in the Early Years May 7

Self- Management BC Chronic Pain Self-Management Program
2024-05-09 | BC
Daily challenges of living with any type of chronic pain can be difficult. Take a free program that provides skills and gives greater confidence in the ability to manage chronic pain and helps improve your quality of life.
Three formats to choose from:

In-Person
Virtual
Self-Study

View the event poster here: Chronic Pain -All options- May 2023

FVRL Managing Finances in Retirement
2024-05-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Murrayville Library, 100 22071 48th Avenue, Langley, BC, Canada
Learn how to better manage your finances and make your money stretch for you in your retirement.
This program is offered in partnership with Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA).

Let Off Some STEAM (Asian Heritage Month-Batik Art)
2024-05-09 15:30 - 16:30 | Muriel Arnason Library – Willowbrook, 130 20338 65 Avenue, Langley, BC, Canada
Join us at the Muriel Arnason Library for our STEAM series. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and
Math (STEAM) with us!

Applying for Permanent Residency for Care Workers
2024-05-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Online, Canada
Did you know that the caregiver pilot program is set to expire on June 17, 2024?
Join us in a webinar and learn :

Updates on the pilot program
Options for Permanent Residency(PR)
Requirements for PR Application
The application Process
Related Issues

Speaker: Jonathon Braun, Legal Director, Migrant Workers Centre (MWC)
When: Saturday – May 11, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
To register, please email: resochita.arma@issbc.org or call: 778-554-2004
Please register to receive a link to this webinar.

REE Workshop Available for Ages 14+⁠
2024-05-12 10:00 - 14:30 | BC
Take PHCD 4-hour and learn the HIGH FIVE® Principles and Design Guidelines which can be implemented in programs right away. This certification program helps front line leaders gain more confidence, knowledge, and tools when leading children’s programs. Learn best practices for healthy childhood development, how to create environments where children thrive, and get certified.
Benefits of PHCD 4-Hour

One time certification that is recognized across Canada
Gain knowledge and tools that leaders can apply to ensure each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive needs are met
Leave the course having confidence in your ability to create positive experiences for each child

Network Members Debrief Sessions with Dr. G
2024-05-13 13:00 - 15:30 | Online, Canada
Debrief Sessions: May 13th, 2024
This is a space for you, Network members, as well as any people within your spoke organization who you think could benefit from an intentional circle of sharing like this. Anti-Racism work can be hard, and it is challenging in varying capacities for people who have lived experience with racism and those who may not. That is why we offer two different groups – one for the people of the global majority (IBPOC-identifying folks), and one for people who identify as white.
IBPOC Members Debrief Session with Dr. G | 1 – 2 pm PST
Meeting ID: 879 9137 2345 | Passcode: [REDACTED]
White Members Debrief Session with Dr. N | 2:30 – 3:30 pm PST
Meeting ID: 817 2594 7667 | Passcode: [REDACTED]
