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Canadian Red Cross Society
About it: The Canadian Red Cross society offers child abuse prevention and relationship violence prevention presentations to youth in school or conference settings to sports teams, parent groups and community organizations. Their mission is to break the cycle of abuse, neglect and interpersonal violence by promoting safe and supportive relationships within their family and community. Programs: RespectED: Violence and Abuse Prevention- There are a multitude of programs designed within the R... more...
About it: The Canadian Red Cross society offers child abuse prevention and relationship violence prevention presentations to youth in school or conference settings to sports teams, parent groups and community organizations. Their mission is to break the cycle of abuse, neglect and interpersonal violence by promoting safe and supportive relationships within their family and community. Programs: RespectED: Violence and Abuse Prevention- There are a multitude of programs designed within the R... more...
http://www.redcross.ca/article.asp?id=2940&tid=080 :: Leslie Gallacher :: Leslie.Gallacher@redcross.ca :: 250-995-5401
Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA)
Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA) Visit Website: www.icavictoria.org About it: The Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA), a unique non-profit organization that combines arts and social services to address the needs of immigrants and to promote the embracing of cultural diversity in our community. Homework Club: ICA is running a Homework Club. At Homework Club, newcomer youth have the opportunity to work with youth tutors to get some extra support aro... more...
Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA) Visit Website: www.icavictoria.org About it: The Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA), a unique non-profit organization that combines arts and social services to address the needs of immigrants and to promote the embracing of cultural diversity in our community. Homework Club: ICA is running a Homework Club. At Homework Club, newcomer youth have the opportunity to work with youth tutors to get some extra support aro... more...
930 Balmoral Road (oof Quadra) :: 388-4728 ext. 123
Royal BC Museum
About it: The Royal BC museum was founded in 1886; the archives in 1894. In 2003 these two organizations integrated to become British Columbia's combined provincial museum and archives, collecting artifacts, documents and specimens of BC's natural and human history, safeguarding them for the future, and sharing them with the world. Through research and education, they strive to broaden understanding about our province and inspire curiosity and wonder. They are passionate about sharing British Columbia's story with the millions of visitors who walk through our doors and explore our web site each year. Their archives, exhibits and galleries change and grow as their understanding grows, and they endeavour to share their knowledge in original and exciting ways. Each exhibit and gallery tells important stories about British Columbia and provides an engaging and thought-provoking window on the province's past, present and future. Their archives provide a treasure trove of information for researchers and genealogists through the stories that are preserved here. Programs: Get Smart Program: The Get Smart Program is an initiative of BC Transit, Island Farms and the Royal BC Museum. Together these local organizations have created a program that helps schools access the programs offered by the RBCM that is cost effective and easy to manage. The Royal BC Museum provides the school programs; BC Transit provides transportation and Island Farms provides higher-value Daisy Dollars and nutritious snacks. Fins, Feathers and Fur - Grades K/1- Using museum specimens, props and activities, this hands-on program will introduce students to the tremendous variety of animals that live in British Columbia. Students will examine an assortment of animals including bears, birds, fish, and insects and learn why these animals have different shapes and sizes. Come and find out how an insect is like a bird, what a mouse and a bear have in common and how insects' eyes are different from ours. Living and Learning a Century Ago - Grades 2/3- What was it like living, learning, working and playing in the days of the early pioneers? Discover the challenges and simple pleasures of the various activities associated with life a century ago. This new program will take place in Helmcken House and St. Ann's Schoolhouse. It will include stations that explore learning in the schoolhouse, parlour games, laundry and kitchen chores. Hands-on activities will demonstrate how the early pioneer lifestyle differs from, or is similar to, life today. Simon Fraser: Explorer and Fur-Trader - Grades 4/5- Simon Fraser is best known for his daring exploration of the great river that bears his name. He has also been called the founding father of BC, because he established the first four forts west of the Rockies: Trout Lake Post, now called Fort McLeod, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fort George. Using a variety of artifacts and furs students will learn about Simon Fraser's explorations in BC and trade between the Europeans and First Peoples. Our Changing Climate - Grades 4/5- The Earth's climate is changing. It has changed many times in the past and will change again. What will be the consequences of these changes and will we be ready to deal with them? This program looks at the current warming trend, the causes, the consequences and what we can do to mitigate the effects of this warming. Students will also look at weather forecasting, with hands-on demonstrations of equipment, weather maps and types of clouds. Wealth from the Ground - Grade 5- Gold, the symbol of affluence and power! This program looks at the mineral itself, where to find it, (no we don't have a secret map), and how to mine it. Students will gain an understanding of various mining methods and the importance of mining in the history of the province. They will be able to examine ore and try panning for gold in our sluice box. Behind the Scenes. We want to show you what we’re working on when no one else is looking. In celebration of the International Year of Biodiversity, let us introduce you to curators and collection managers. Step into the shoes of our skilled professionals and see what “a day in the life” is like. This exciting exhibition promises something for every member of the family. Young explorers will meet Piper the Pika, our exhibition mascot. Piper’s just busting to lead kids on a trail of discovery and exploration! There’s even an AmusEum – a special zone of exploration just for kids! And be sure to visit Aliens Among Us, an exhibition within an exhibition that’s all about the non-indigenous plants and animals that have decided to call BC home. How to use this resource: The Royal British Columbia Museum has a multitude of resources and ways to incorporate community into the classroom. Through social studies and teaching about the past, teachers can help look at how their community has changed the impact people have on it. Students can foster important links in their communities by learning about the past and the Royal BC museum would help immensely with that. The Get smart program is an excellent program to use and expand student’s history knowledge beyond the classroom.
About it: The Royal BC museum was founded in 1886; the archives in 1894. In 2003 these two organizations integrated to become British Columbia's combined provincial museum and archives, collecting artifacts, documents and specimens of BC's natural and human history, safeguarding them for the future, and sharing them with the world. Through research and education, they strive to broaden understanding about our province and inspire curiosity and wonder. They are passionate about sharing British Columbia's story with the millions of visitors who walk through our doors and explore our web site each year. Their archives, exhibits and galleries change and grow as their understanding grows, and they endeavour to share their knowledge in original and exciting ways. Each exhibit and gallery tells important stories about British Columbia and provides an engaging and thought-provoking window on the province's past, present and future. Their archives provide a treasure trove of information for researchers and genealogists through the stories that are preserved here. Programs: Get Smart Program: The Get Smart Program is an initiative of BC Transit, Island Farms and the Royal BC Museum. Together these local organizations have created a program that helps schools access the programs offered by the RBCM that is cost effective and easy to manage. The Royal BC Museum provides the school programs; BC Transit provides transportation and Island Farms provides higher-value Daisy Dollars and nutritious snacks. Fins, Feathers and Fur - Grades K/1- Using museum specimens, props and activities, this hands-on program will introduce students to the tremendous variety of animals that live in British Columbia. Students will examine an assortment of animals including bears, birds, fish, and insects and learn why these animals have different shapes and sizes. Come and find out how an insect is like a bird, what a mouse and a bear have in common and how insects' eyes are different from ours. Living and Learning a Century Ago - Grades 2/3- What was it like living, learning, working and playing in the days of the early pioneers? Discover the challenges and simple pleasures of the various activities associated with life a century ago. This new program will take place in Helmcken House and St. Ann's Schoolhouse. It will include stations that explore learning in the schoolhouse, parlour games, laundry and kitchen chores. Hands-on activities will demonstrate how the early pioneer lifestyle differs from, or is similar to, life today. Simon Fraser: Explorer and Fur-Trader - Grades 4/5- Simon Fraser is best known for his daring exploration of the great river that bears his name. He has also been called the founding father of BC, because he established the first four forts west of the Rockies: Trout Lake Post, now called Fort McLeod, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fort George. Using a variety of artifacts and furs students will learn about Simon Fraser's explorations in BC and trade between the Europeans and First Peoples. Our Changing Climate - Grades 4/5- The Earth's climate is changing. It has changed many times in the past and will change again. What will be the consequences of these changes and will we be ready to deal with them? This program looks at the current warming trend, the causes, the consequences and what we can do to mitigate the effects of this warming. Students will also look at weather forecasting, with hands-on demonstrations of equipment, weather maps and types of clouds. Wealth from the Ground - Grade 5- Gold, the symbol of affluence and power! This program looks at the mineral itself, where to find it, (no we don't have a secret map), and how to mine it. Students will gain an understanding of various mining methods and the importance of mining in the history of the province. They will be able to examine ore and try panning for gold in our sluice box. Behind the Scenes. We want to show you what we’re working on when no one else is looking. In celebration of the International Year of Biodiversity, let us introduce you to curators and collection managers. Step into the shoes of our skilled professionals and see what “a day in the life” is like. This exciting exhibition promises something for every member of the family. Young explorers will meet Piper the Pika, our exhibition mascot. Piper’s just busting to lead kids on a trail of discovery and exploration! There’s even an AmusEum – a special zone of exploration just for kids! And be sure to visit Aliens Among Us, an exhibition within an exhibition that’s all about the non-indigenous plants and animals that have decided to call BC home. How to use this resource: The Royal British Columbia Museum has a multitude of resources and ways to incorporate community into the classroom. Through social studies and teaching about the past, teachers can help look at how their community has changed the impact people have on it. Students can foster important links in their communities by learning about the past and the Royal BC museum would help immensely with that. The Get smart program is an excellent program to use and expand student’s history knowledge beyond the classroom.
675 Belleville Street :: reception@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca :: (250) 356-RBCM (7226)
Sierra Club of BC
: Sierra Club BC's dynamic and professional staff work to preserve B.C.'s imperiled wilderness and wildlife, and to ensure that B.C. is a global leader when it comes to tackling climate change. Sierra Club BC: • Presses for strong, effective wilderness and wildlife protections in provincial legislation. • Tracks provincial commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. • Monitors provincial forestry policy to ensure environmental protections. • Advocates for parks and protected a... more...
: Sierra Club BC's dynamic and professional staff work to preserve B.C.'s imperiled wilderness and wildlife, and to ensure that B.C. is a global leader when it comes to tackling climate change. Sierra Club BC: • Presses for strong, effective wilderness and wildlife protections in provincial legislation. • Tracks provincial commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. • Monitors provincial forestry policy to ensure environmental protections. • Advocates for parks and protected a... more...
302-733 Johnson Street, :: info@sierraclub.bc.ca :: (250) 386-5255
Swan Lake/Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary
About it: Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is a nature education centre. It is a registered charitable organization run by the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary Society. The lands and facilities are owned by the Corporation of the District of Saanich, and the Nature Sanctuary Society operates through a land management agreement with Saanich since June, 1975. The Mission of the Society is to manage the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Sanctuary as a focus for fostering an understanding ... more...
About it: Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is a nature education centre. It is a registered charitable organization run by the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary Society. The lands and facilities are owned by the Corporation of the District of Saanich, and the Nature Sanctuary Society operates through a land management agreement with Saanich since June, 1975. The Mission of the Society is to manage the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Sanctuary as a focus for fostering an understanding ... more...
3873 Swan Lake Victoria, B.C. Canada, :: info@swanlake.bc.ca :: (250) 479-0211
The Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre
About it: The Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre is a not for profit organization, with charitable status located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. They provide composting and organic gardening education to CRD residents. Programs: • Compost Kids, for children from preschool to grade 3 • Black Gold Rush Series, for grades 4 through 12 • Interactive Tours, for preschool through grade 12 How to use this resource: The Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre’s environme... more...
About it: The Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre is a not for profit organization, with charitable status located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. They provide composting and organic gardening education to CRD residents. Programs: • Compost Kids, for children from preschool to grade 3 • Black Gold Rush Series, for grades 4 through 12 • Interactive Tours, for preschool through grade 12 How to use this resource: The Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre’s environme... more...
1216 North Park St. :: info@compost.bc.ca :: (250) 386-9676
Victoria International Development Education Association (VIDEA)
About it: VIDEA is committed to ending global poverty and creating a more just and equitable world. They work with youth and community in Canada, build lasting relationships with overseas partners, and advocate for global responsibility. Programs: Breakthrough of Africa: Public engagement project that supports communities in Canada to create lasting, sustainable connections with rural African communities. Fair Trade: VIDEA carries out fair trade workshops, hosts fair trade fairs, and works ... more...
About it: VIDEA is committed to ending global poverty and creating a more just and equitable world. They work with youth and community in Canada, build lasting relationships with overseas partners, and advocate for global responsibility. Programs: Breakthrough of Africa: Public engagement project that supports communities in Canada to create lasting, sustainable connections with rural African communities. Fair Trade: VIDEA carries out fair trade workshops, hosts fair trade fairs, and works ... more...
407 – 620 View Street :: info@videa.ca :: (250) 385-2333
Wilderness Committee
About it: The Wilderness Committee is working to save the remaining ancient forest on Vancouver Island, 73% of which has already been logged, and to ban raw log exports. The Victoria chapter of the WCWC was established in 1989 by Derek and Andrew Young. Their main focus for several years was to protect the Carmanah Valley on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Dennis Kangasniemi was soon hired as a campaigner. The Carmanah harbours Canada's tallest tree, a 311 foot tall Sitka Spruce, the "Carman... more...
About it: The Wilderness Committee is working to save the remaining ancient forest on Vancouver Island, 73% of which has already been logged, and to ban raw log exports. The Victoria chapter of the WCWC was established in 1989 by Derek and Andrew Young. Their main focus for several years was to protect the Carmanah Valley on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Dennis Kangasniemi was soon hired as a campaigner. The Carmanah harbours Canada's tallest tree, a 311 foot tall Sitka Spruce, the "Carman... more...
202 3 Fan Tan Alley :: vi@wcwcvictoria.org :: 250.388.9292
Programs
CommonGround - UVic
Common Ground Community Mapping Network The partnerships and relationships created, and resources compiled over the last 12 years through the rich collaborative projects of Lifecycles' Common Ground Community Mapping Project spawned the ad hoc community mapping office and resource space in Geography at UVic that has evolved into the Community Mapping Initiative (CMI). A number of community and university partners are interested in supporting and participating in the formalized CMI as well ... more...
Common Ground Community Mapping Network The partnerships and relationships created, and resources compiled over the last 12 years through the rich collaborative projects of Lifecycles' Common Ground Community Mapping Project spawned the ad hoc community mapping office and resource space in Geography at UVic that has evolved into the Community Mapping Initiative (CMI). A number of community and university partners are interested in supporting and participating in the formalized CMI as well ... more...
Maeve Lydon :: mlydon@uvic.ca ::
Education Services
VEPC offers individualized, upbeat presentations about epilepsy and seizure management to students and staff. These age-appropriate sessions are available to all schools in Districts 61, 62 and 63. Programs for staff teach about correct seizure response and strategies to help students thrive. Our agency booklet ‘Epilepsy: Information for Educators’ provides staff with the practical information they need. Our classroom presentations for students are designed to help dispel the myths an... more...
VEPC offers individualized, upbeat presentations about epilepsy and seizure management to students and staff. These age-appropriate sessions are available to all schools in Districts 61, 62 and 63. Programs for staff teach about correct seizure response and strategies to help students thrive. Our agency booklet ‘Epilepsy: Information for Educators’ provides staff with the practical information they need. Our classroom presentations for students are designed to help dispel the myths an... more...
Lissa Zala :: lzala@vepc.bc.ca :: 250-475-6677
Island Sexual Health
Island Sexual Health Clinics - The YouthCore Tour Island Sexual Health operates 3 sexual health clinics in Greater Victoria: -Main: #101-3960 Quadra Street (Monday-Saturday) -Belmont High School (For students in SD 62 only) between room 115 and counselling. Thursdays 11-4pm (Sept-June except Xmas and Spring break) -Camosun College Richmond House @ Lansdowne campus (Thursday afternoons Sept-Oct) We offer CONFIDENTIAL clinic services: Birth Control education and lower cost presc... more...
Island Sexual Health Clinics - The YouthCore Tour Island Sexual Health operates 3 sexual health clinics in Greater Victoria: -Main: #101-3960 Quadra Street (Monday-Saturday) -Belmont High School (For students in SD 62 only) between room 115 and counselling. Thursdays 11-4pm (Sept-June except Xmas and Spring break) -Camosun College Richmond House @ Lansdowne campus (Thursday afternoons Sept-Oct) We offer CONFIDENTIAL clinic services: Birth Control education and lower cost presc... more...
Jennifer Gibson :: educator@islandsexualhealth.org :: 250 592-3479
Learning Through Loss--Community Education
We are committed to increasing the capacity of our communities to effectively respond to and support youth who are experiencing grief and loss. The goal of our Community Education trainings and workshops is to provide professionals and individuals who work with youth an opportunity to explore the topic of youth grief and how to support healthy coping and awareness about the grief process. Our facilitators are committed to ongoing professional development in the field of counselling and grief and... more...
We are committed to increasing the capacity of our communities to effectively respond to and support youth who are experiencing grief and loss. The goal of our Community Education trainings and workshops is to provide professionals and individuals who work with youth an opportunity to explore the topic of youth grief and how to support healthy coping and awareness about the grief process. Our facilitators are committed to ongoing professional development in the field of counselling and grief and... more...
Shauna Janz :: shauna@learningthroughloss.org :: 250-857-9642
Volunteer Victoria - For Educators
The Youth Volunteer Connections Program (YVCP) at Volunteer Victoria is an individualized, custom program that assists youth interested in developing their skills, self-esteem, and community connections through volunteering. Youth receive personalized placement assistance plus ongoing support from YVCP staff and the placement agency. We are pleased to offer workshops for youth involved in your program. The YVCP team specializes in supporting youth facing barriers aged 15 to 29 and our program... more...
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The Youth Volunteer Connections Program (YVCP) at Volunteer Victoria is an individualized, custom program that assists youth interested in developing their skills, self-esteem, and community connections through volunteering. Youth receive personalized placement assistance plus ongoing support from YVCP staff and the placement agency. We are pleased to offer workshops for youth involved in your program. The YVCP team specializes in supporting youth facing barriers aged 15 to 29 and our program... more...
Julia-Anne Cameron :: julia-anne@volunteervictoria.bc.ca :: 250 386-2269
Youth Outreach Services
The Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) recognizes that the needs of children & youth in the military community are diverse. We are pleased to offer one-on-one support for children & youth - as well as resources for individuals and agencies that support children & youth.
The Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) recognizes that the needs of children & youth in the military community are diverse. We are pleased to offer one-on-one support for children & youth - as well as resources for individuals and agencies that support children & youth.
Youth Services Coordinator :: mfrc@shawcable.com :: 250-363-7647
