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UID:7030-1773144000-1773147600@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Writing With Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Teams meeting \nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22667103703400?p=5PSzBiGD4fPS8poImi \nMeeting ID: 226 671 037 034 00 \nPasscode: 7pD2rq7y
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/writing-with-confidence/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260303T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T195530Z
UID:7331-1773234000-1773237600@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Language Tea Speaking our Language
DESCRIPTION:Room: U029
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/language-tea-speaking-our-language-2/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260303T194927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T194927Z
UID:7326-1773662400-1773666000@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Beading Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Room M067
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/beading-crafts-2/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260303T195548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T195604Z
UID:7333-1773838800-1773842400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Language Tea Speaking our Language
DESCRIPTION:Room: U029
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/language-tea-speaking-our-language-3/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260312T163229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T214612Z
UID:7384-1773921600-1773927000@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Career Cruising
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 19  from 12:00–1:30 pm in the Library for an in‑person\, drop‑in Career Cruising session. \nSupports will be available to guide all current students through the process. Plan your next steps with confidence!
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/career-cruising-2/
LOCATION:Vancouver Campus\, 4355 Mathissi Pl.\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5G 4S8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NVIT Community,Vancouver Campus
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251210T181252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T182531Z
UID:6897-1773995400-1774024200@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Basic First Aid
DESCRIPTION:This Worksafe BC course provides an introductory knowledge on how to identify injuries and administer first aid to injuries. It is suitable for people in these industries: small construction jobs (roofing\, painting\, drywall\, framing\, etc.)\, office workers\, small manufacturing and assembling shops and restaurant workers. No prior first aid knowledge required to attend this course. Minimum age 15 years old. \n  \nThe registration form is available here: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/basic-first-aid-4/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251118T213402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T001519Z
UID:6718-1774004400-1774022400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:NVIT Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/nvit-career-fair/
LOCATION:Vancouver Campus\, 4355 Mathissi Pl.\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5G 4S8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Public,Vancouver Campus
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260303T194953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T194953Z
UID:7328-1774267200-1774270800@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Beading Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Room M067
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/beading-crafts-3/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260303T195629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T195629Z
UID:7335-1774443600-1774447200@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Language Tea Speaking our Language
DESCRIPTION:Room: U029
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/language-tea-speaking-our-language-4/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251118T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T182831Z
UID:6706-1774515600-1774544400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:FOODSAFE Level 1
DESCRIPTION:A food handling\, sanitation and work safety course designed for food service establishment operators and front-line food service workers such as cooks\, servers\, bussers\, dishwashers\, and deli workers. The course covers important food safety and worker safety information including food-borne illness\, receiving and storing food\, serving food\, cleaning and sanitizing. \nRegistration Deadline:\nMarch 12\, 2026 \n\n\n\nThe registration form is available here: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/foodsafe-level-1/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260311T190255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T204457Z
UID:7378-1774522800-1774530000@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Graduation & Financial Awards Info Session
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, students are asked to stop by to learn how to successfully complete their graduation applications and ensure they meet all requirements for convocation. They will also receive guidance on applying for awards\, bursaries\, and scholarships.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe deadline to apply for graduation or awards is March 31st by 4:30 pm.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline students will need to book individual appointments with Academic and Financial Planners to receive this information using the booking link:\nbit.ly/NVIT-AFP
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/graduation-financial-awards-info-session/
LOCATION:All Campuses\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community,Vancouver Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260331T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260311T185102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T185101Z
UID:7373-1774972800-1774976400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Experience NVIT: Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Join Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) for the next session of Experience NVIT\, a series of virtual information sessions designed for prospective students\, parents\, and counsellors. Explore the diverse programs offered at both our Merritt and Vancouver campuses.\n\n\n\nThis session will highlight the Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency.\n\nThe Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency program supports learners in developing speaking and listening skills while fostering the preservation and revitalization of Nłeʔkepmx language and culture.\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25708170144819?p=BFEHAKnLVjlmzRIRjk \nMeeting ID: 257 081 701 448 19 \nPasscode: 9d8jo9xx
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/experience-nvit-nle%ca%94kepmx-language-fluency/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Public,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251118T194222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T230111Z
UID:6704-1775044800-1775048400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Elders' Goody Day
DESCRIPTION:Elders Goody Day is almost here! \nHere’s the schedule for our special event\, join us for a special day of joy\, laughter\, and meaningful moments with our Elders. \nEnjoy fun activities\, share stories\, and connect over a delicious lunch. Let’s celebrate the wisdom and warmth of our Elders together.
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/elders-goody-day-3/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260113T000158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T204557Z
UID:7032-1775579400-1775588400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Night Against Procrastination
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/night-against-procrastination/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260311T185403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T185126Z
UID:7375-1775584800-1775588400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Experience NVIT: Indigenous Business
DESCRIPTION:Join Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) for the next session of Experience NVIT\, a series of virtual information sessions designed for prospective students\, parents\, and counsellors. Explore the diverse programs offered at both our Merritt and Vancouver campuses.\n\n\n\nThis session will highlight the Indigenous Business Diploma.\n\nThe Indigenous Business Diploma Program equips students with foundational business knowledge\, practical skills\, and cultural perspectives to support success in Indigenous-led enterprises and organizations.\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/21404637740078?p=g6YWlmT5uNjMuJBS99 \nMeeting ID: 214 046 377 400 78 \nPasscode: 9Wh2zv9v
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/experience-nvit-indigenous-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Public,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260408T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260408T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260312T163508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T211022Z
UID:7387-1775651400-1775655000@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Career Cruising
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 8 from 12:30–1:30pm at the Merritt Campus\, Room M024 (Computer Lab) for an in‑person\, drop‑in Career Cruising session. \nSupports will be available to guide all current students through the process. Plan your next steps with confidence!
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/career-cruising-3/
LOCATION:Vancouver Campus\, 4355 Mathissi Pl.\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5G 4S8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260318T231820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T231820Z
UID:7419-1775741400-1775745000@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Naloxone Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/naloxone-training/
LOCATION:Vancouver Campus\, 4355 Mathissi Pl.\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5G 4S8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NVIT Community,Vancouver Campus
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251210T181313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T182520Z
UID:6899-1776241800-1776270600@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Basic First Aid
DESCRIPTION:This Worksafe BC course provides an introductory knowledge on how to identify injuries and administer first aid to injuries. It is suitable for people in these industries: small construction jobs (roofing\, painting\, drywall\, framing\, etc.)\, office workers\, small manufacturing and assembling shops and restaurant workers. No prior first aid knowledge required to attend this course. Minimum age 15 years old. \n  \nThe registration form is available here: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/basic-first-aid-5/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T190250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T190250Z
UID:7490-1777032000-1777046400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Cedar Rose Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/cedar-rose-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Vancouver Campus\, 4355 Mathissi Pl.\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5G 4S8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NVIT Community,Vancouver Campus
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260430T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260312T163802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T163819Z
UID:7390-1777564800-1777568400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Experience NVIT: University Transfer Programs
DESCRIPTION:Join Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) for the next session of Experience NVIT\, a series of virtual information sessions designed for prospective students\, parents\, and counsellors. Explore the diverse programs offered at both our Merritt and Vancouver campuses.\n\n\n\nThis session will highlight the University Transfer Programs.\nAt NVIT\, we offer a wide range of certificates\, diplomas\, and Associate of Arts degrees designed to meet your academic and career goals. A certificate typically takes one year of full-time study\, while diplomas and Associate of Arts degrees require two years. These programs not only open doors to various career opportunities but can also serve as a pathway toward a four-year degree.\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/experience-nvit-university-transfers-programs/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Public,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T190405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T190405Z
UID:7492-1777636800-1777651200@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Cedar Rose Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/cedar-rose-making-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Vancouver Campus\, 4355 Mathissi Pl.\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5G 4S8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NVIT Community,Vancouver Campus
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T203557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T203640Z
UID:7495-1778058000-1778083200@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn practical mental health first aid skills to recognize when someone’s mental health may be declining and respond with confidence through this streamlined one-day course. \n\n\n\n\nCore Mental Health First Aid Skills \n\n\n\nUnderstanding the basics of mental health and mental well-being\nRecognizing when someone may be struggling\nLearning practical tools to respond supportively and confidently\nBuilding comfort in having helpful conversations about mental health\n\n\n\nPractical Support Strategies \n\n\n\nListening non-judgmentally\nOffering initial help in a supportive and appropriate way\nEncouraging professional\, personal\, and community supports\nApplying practical actions in workplace and community settings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecognizing and Responding Early \n\n\n\nIdentifying signs of declining mental well-being\nUnderstanding when a person may need added support\nResponding with empathy\, reassurance\, and respect\nKnowing when and how to encourage further help\n\n\n\nBuilding Confidence and Reducing Stigma \n\n\n\nStrengthening confidence to respond to mental health concerns\nReducing stigma and increasing understanding\nSupporting a more mentally healthy workplace and community\nLearning skills that can be used immediately in everyday interactions\n\nRegister today: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/mental-health-first-aid-essentials/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260512T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T203833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204436Z
UID:7501-1778574600-1778603400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Care
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to support individuals with a history of trauma through the following evidence-based framework researched and created by Oaks Mental Health: \n\n\n\n\nTheoretical Framework for Understanding Trauma \n\n\n\nDefining trauma\nHow trauma impacts relationships\, neurobiology\, cognition\, emotions\, and\nspirituality\nAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)\nThe difference between mental illness and a trauma response\nThe window of tolerance model\nFight\, flight\, freeze\, faint\, and fawn responses\n\n\n\nOrganizational/Systemic Forms of Trauma \n\n\n\nHow organizational contexts can perpetuate trauma\nCharacteristics of a trauma-informed/trauma-aware organization\nOrganizational case studies in which participants identify problems and recommend changes based on a trauma-informed approach\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrauma-Informed Practitioners \n\n\n\nSpecific examples of practice that perpetuate or exacerbate trauma responses\nRecognizing and responding compassionately to trauma responses\nPractically applying the principles of trauma-informed care\nPreventing burnout\, compassion fatigue\, and vicarious trauma in helping professionals\nDirect practice case studies which participants identify problems and recommend changes based on a trauma-informed approach\n\nRegister today: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/trauma-informed-care/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260515T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251210T181356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T182542Z
UID:6901-1778833800-1778862600@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Basic First Aid
DESCRIPTION:This Worksafe BC course provides an introductory knowledge on how to identify injuries and administer first aid to injuries. It is suitable for people in these industries: small construction jobs (roofing\, painting\, drywall\, framing\, etc.)\, office workers\, small manufacturing and assembling shops and restaurant workers. No prior first aid knowledge required to attend this course. Minimum age 15 years old. \n  \nThe registration form is available here: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/basic-first-aid-6/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T204016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204016Z
UID:7505-1779352200-1779381000@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Verbal Intervention® Third Edition
DESCRIPTION:Verbal Intervention (VI™) is ideal for organizations with a hands-off policy\, and staff who don’t experience the kind of higher risk situations that require physical interventions. VI instills the confidence and skills to verbally de-escalate disruptive behaviours and prevent further escalation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Features & Benefits: \n\n\n\nRecognize and respond to defensive behaviours\nUnderstand what’s behind the behaviour\nAddress the needs of the individuals\nEstablish common de-escalation training communication framework\nProactive verbal de-escalation strategies\n\nRegister today: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/verbal-intervention-third-edition/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T204147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204213Z
UID:7507-1779667200-1779839999@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to recognize and support a person at risk of suicide through the following internationally recognized\, evidence-based intervention framework developed by LivingWorks: \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuicide Intervention Foundations \n\n\n\nUnderstanding suicide as a community and public health issue\nExploring attitudes\, beliefs\, and assumptions about suicide\nRecognizing invitations for help and signs that someone may be at risk\nUnderstanding the impact of thoughts\, feelings\, and circumstances that can contribute to suicide risk\n\n\n\nThe Pathway for Assisting Life \n\n\n\nHow to engage in a direct and supportive conversation about suicide\nCreating safety through a collaborative\, respectful intervention process\nExploring what contributes to risk and what supports safety\nDeveloping a safe plan that supports immediate safety and connection to further help\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntervention Skills Practice \n\n\n\nBuilding confidence in asking directly about suicide\nPracticing active listening\, empathy\, and staying present in difficult conversations\nLearning how to work with a person to reduce immediate danger\nIdentifying resources and supports that can strengthen safety after the intervention\nParticipating in guided simulations and interactive skill practice to apply the model in real-life scenarios\n\n\n\nSuicide-Safer Communities \n\n\n\nUnderstanding how caregivers\, organizations\, and communities can play a role in suicide prevention\nStrengthening readiness to respond effectively and compassionately when someone is at risk\nReflecting on personal wellness and the importance of support following intervention work\n\nRegister today: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/7507/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T203722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T203722Z
UID:7499-1780477200-1780502400@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn practical mental health first aid skills to recognize when someone’s mental health may be declining and respond with confidence through this streamlined one-day course. \n\n\n\n\nCore Mental Health First Aid Skills \n\n\n\nUnderstanding the basics of mental health and mental well-being\nRecognizing when someone may be struggling\nLearning practical tools to respond supportively and confidently\nBuilding comfort in having helpful conversations about mental health\n\n\n\nPractical Support Strategies \n\n\n\nListening non-judgmentally\nOffering initial help in a supportive and appropriate way\nEncouraging professional\, personal\, and community supports\nApplying practical actions in workplace and community settings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecognizing and Responding Early \n\n\n\nIdentifying signs of declining mental well-being\nUnderstanding when a person may need added support\nResponding with empathy\, reassurance\, and respect\nKnowing when and how to encourage further help\n\n\n\nBuilding Confidence and Reducing Stigma \n\n\n\nStrengthening confidence to respond to mental health concerns\nReducing stigma and increasing understanding\nSupporting a more mentally healthy workplace and community\nLearning skills that can be used immediately in everyday interactions\n\nRegister today: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/mental-health-first-aid-essentials-2/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251120T200011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T200011Z
UID:6818-1780650000-1780666200@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Graduation Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Your Achievement at NVIT’s Graduation Ceremony! \nThis is your moment! \nJoin us as we honor the incredible accomplishments of our graduates. Bring your family\, friends\, and community to share in the pride and joy of this milestone. Let’s celebrate together and make memories that last a lifetime! \n  \nTo apply to graduate\, please proceed to NVIT Self-Service. \n  \nLearn more about your Graduation Ceremony: \nGraduation
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/graduation-ceremony/
LOCATION:Chief Joe Mathias Centre\, 100 Capilano Rd.\, West Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V7P 3P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NVIT Community,Vancouver Campus
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20251120T200057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T205015Z
UID:6821-1781254800-1781274600@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Graduation Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Your Achievement at NVIT’s Graduation Ceremony! \nThis is your moment! \nJoin us as we honor the incredible accomplishments of our graduates. Bring your family\, friends\, and community to share in the pride and joy of this milestone. Let’s celebrate together and make memories that last a lifetime! \n  \nTo apply to graduate\, please proceed to NVIT Self-Service. \n  \nLearn more about your Graduation Ceremony: \nGraduation
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/graduation-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Shulus Arbour\, 228 Crab Apple Ln\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V0K 1Y0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,NVIT Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T162251
CREATED:20260415T203914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204419Z
UID:7503-1781771400-1781800200@www.nvit.ca
SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Care
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to support individuals with a history of trauma through the following evidence-based framework researched and created by Oaks Mental Health: \n\n\n\n\nTheoretical Framework for Understanding Trauma \n\n\n\nDefining trauma\nHow trauma impacts relationships\, neurobiology\, cognition\, emotions\, and\nspirituality\nAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)\nThe difference between mental illness and a trauma response\nThe window of tolerance model\nFight\, flight\, freeze\, faint\, and fawn responses\n\n\n\nOrganizational/Systemic Forms of Trauma \n\n\n\nHow organizational contexts can perpetuate trauma\nCharacteristics of a trauma-informed/trauma-aware organization\nOrganizational case studies in which participants identify problems and recommend changes based on a trauma-informed approach\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrauma-Informed Practitioners \n\n\n\nSpecific examples of practice that perpetuate or exacerbate trauma responses\nRecognizing and responding compassionately to trauma responses\nPractically applying the principles of trauma-informed care\nPreventing burnout\, compassion fatigue\, and vicarious trauma in helping professionals\nDirect practice case studies which participants identify problems and recommend changes based on a trauma-informed approach\n\nRegister today: \nContinuing Studies
URL:https://www.nvit.ca/event/trauma-informed-care-2/
LOCATION:Merritt Campus\, 4155 Belshaw St.\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Merritt Campus,Public
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