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Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre
The Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre promotes composting and conservation through... - workshops on composting and growing food; - fun events; - volunteer programs; - compost hotline: 250 386-WORM

Harbourside-Esquimalt Boys & Girls Club
Harbourside- Esquimalt Boys & Girls Club is a licensed facility for children aged 5-12. We offer licensed programs, such as morning care and afterschool care for up to 45 participants at a time. We also offer several evening programs for youth over the age of 8, such as Boys Group, Girls Group and Youth Leadership Programs. We also host school break camps and parenting programs.

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...

LifeCycles Project Society
LifeCycles cultivates awareness and initiates action around food, health and urban sustainability in the Greater Victoria community.

Millstream Boys & Girls Club
Millstream Boys & Girls Club is a licensed facility for children aged 5-12. We offer licensed programs, such as morning care and afterschool care for up to 20 participants at a time. We also offer several evening programs for youth over the age of 8, such as Boys' Group, Girls' Group, Torch Club, and Youth Leadership.

NEED2 Suicide Prevention Education & Support
NEED2 Suicide Prevention Education & Support (formerly NEED Crisis and Information Line) provides mental health education and suicide prevention and support services to the Greater Victoria area. NEED2 offers workshops covering a wide range of topics, such as crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, understanding self-injury, effective communication skills, and dealing with difficult situations. NEED2 also moderates www.youthspace.ca, an online support site for youth under 30 years

Pandora Arts Collective Society
We are writers, painters, knitters, quilters, sketchers, photographers, sculptors, potters, cut-and-pasters, story-tellers, dreamers, thinkers, believers, survivors, and everything in between. We would like to invite anyone interested in pursuing a happier state of mind to join us, bring your art or just yourself, and enjoy a few hours of creating art together

89 Pacific Royal Canadian Air Cadets
Did you know, that some air cadets get their glider pilot's license before they get their driver's license? That's right. Air Cadets can actually get their pilot's license. But Cadets do a lot more than just learn to fly planes. Cadets might choose to be part of the biathlon team (marksmanship & skiiing), band, or drill teams. They’ll go camping, learn first aid and develop self-confidence and leadership skills. Best of all, they’ll make lots of new friends and gain life-long leaders... more...

Beacon Community Services Youth Employment Program
Join the Youth Employment Program to have access to a number of opportunities on the Peninsula! Opportunities include employment, education and training. Offers employment opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities and certificate courses at a reduced rate or no cost for youth. 10030 Resthaven Drive

Beatboard Youth Programs
The Beatboard is a Youth Leadership, New Media and Contemporary Arts Education Organization based in Vancouver and Victoria, BC, Canada. Our Programs are designed to: * Enhance leadership skills and creative thinking abilities * Explore and celebrate cultural identity, diversity and respect of others * Promote reflection and self-expression through traditional and contemporary arts * Tap in to global culture, new media and technology * Encourage teamwork, co-operati... more...

C.I.S.V – Teacher info
Children's International Summer Villages (CISV) is a global community of dedicated volunteers creating opportunities for all ages to experience the excitement and enrichment of cultural diversity through our educational programs, including at international camps. CISV is founded on our belief that peace is possible through friendship -- and that the real difference can be made by engaging young people. We educate and inspire action for a more just and peaceful world. CISV is a worldwide organiz... more...

Children's Capoeira
Capoeira weaves together intricate physical dialogue of movements combined with aspects of dance, acrobatics, music and self defense. Capoeira transcends the barriers of age, gender and ethnic background and creates a strong sense of community. It develops discipline, self confidence, and helps open ones mind to another culture giving a deeper world wide perspective.

City of Victoria Youth Council (CVYC)
We are a diverse group of youth ages 14 to 24 who hang out, live, work or go to school in the City of Victoria. We’re passionate about our community and we love to dream big, and do big! We take action and raise awareness about issues important to youth, host neat events and collaborate with local organizations and City Council to include youth perspectives and experiences at City Hall and in our community, among many other fun things! We believe that young people are capable and talented i... more...

Dare to Stand Out: A National Hepatitis C Forum
About Dare to Stand Out: A National Hepatitis C Forum Date: December 4-7, 2012 Locations: Terry Fox Canadian Youth Centre and Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Ontario Cost: Free Age Range: 15-17 Maximum Forum Participants: 120 Purpose: To address the need for diversifying the preventative messaging available around hepatitis C, as well as how discrimination increases transmission of hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBIs). Program: Four days of activitie... more...

Extreme Teen Lounge (Panorama)
The Extreme Lounge at Greenglade Community Centre is a free, supervised, safe and welcoming en¬vironment for pre-teens and teens to socialize (Grades 6-10). The Extreme Lounge is open every Friday and Saturday night from 6-8pm with features such as foosball, air hockey, pool table, Nintendo Wii, and cool tunes and flics! On Saturday nights, teens will enjoy free Panago pizza and our giant inflatable obstacle course! Throughout the year we offer special events such as Fear Factor Frightfest,... more...

Growing Schools
One of LifeCycles’ most exciting local programs is Growing Schools. By helping establish organic food gardens right in the schoolyard, Growing Schools creates living classrooms where educators, elementary learners, parents, and the community can learn about food security, urban agriculture, the environment, community development, and health. LifeCycles’ hope is that these school gardens come to mean more than just the beautification of school grounds; that they be the central element of ... more...

Habitat for Humanity
849 Orono Avenue Build houses for low-income housing. Provide a hand-up to families.

Homework Club- Peer Tutoring
Work one-on-one with a peer tutor OR Volunteer as a peer tutor! Homework Club for Newcomer Youth in high school -Get help with homework assignments and study for tests -English language learning -Games and activities to socialize and practice English Every Wednesday 4 - 5:30pm January 11 - June 13, 2012

I-YES (Immigrant Youth Employment Steps)
I-YES (Immigrant Youth Employment Steps) helps youth age 15-30 who are either newcomers to Canada or from multicultural backgrounds increase their job-readiness skills and knowledge of the Canadian job market. Activities include: workshops, field trips, guest speakers, volunteer experience, event planning and much more!

Island Sexual Health Youth Committee
We are looking for youth between 15-20 years of age who want: -to have their voices heard around sexual health issues -to use their creativity and energy towards meaningful projects -to meet monthly to discuss projects, issues, and ideas -to engage change This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a community based non-profit health organization who is dedicated to creating positive and inclusive sexual health knowledge and services.Volunteer hours for school credit will be given. more...

Library Reading Buddies -- Teen Volunteer/Big Buddies
If you like working with children, are a fluent English or French speaker, enjoy reading, and want to help emerging readers, we need you! Reading Buddies volunteers mentor children in Grades 1 to 4 with reading practice, literacy-based activities and fun. We provide training and, upon completion, a reference letter outlining your volunteer hours. Reading Buddies takes place througout the year at various branches and at all the branches over the summer. Check www.gvpl.ca for current schedule... more...

LifeCycles Fruit Tree Project
Thanks to hundreds of volunteers and a couple of ladders, the Fruit Tree Project harvests apples, cherries, pears, and other fruit from privately owned trees that would otherwise go to waste. We then share the harvest among homeowners, volunteers, food banks, and community organizations within Victoria. A unique aspect of this project is that a portion of the harvest is set aside to make value-added products that help defray our costs. Visit our website to find out more or sign up to be a volunt... more...

Metaphor - Hip Hop Social Justice Performance for schools and communities
Shool wide intervention program (ex. bullying) Life skills for leadership training Workshops and peformances

Newcomer Youth LEAP Program
LEAP- Leadership, Employment, Access (to Education), (Career) Planning A FREE 10-week program supporting Immigrant and Refugee youth with their career development, education planning and community leadership skills. Mondays, 4 - 5:30pm January 9 - March 12 2012

Open Cinema
1415 Broad Street OPEN CINEMA screens thought-provoking films in cafe style venues followed by open forum discussion with invited guests and audience. A great community networking event and a fun night out! OPEN CINEMA is a program of MediaNet (www.media-net.bc.ca)

Peer Helper Program
Our Peer Helper program is an eight week training program that readies volunteers to provide reception, individual support, and resource and referral information for the Centre and its clients. We also need volunteers for sorting and stocking our clothing room and bread pantry.

Power To Be Wilderness School
The Power To Be Wilderness School is a five-year experiential education program that utilizes adventure programming, outdoor recreation, leadership training and personal development to support vulnerable young people in our community. Programming consists of weekend trips once a month, a Spring Break Camp and Summer Kayak Expeditions. The Wilderness School curriculum covers four key areas: Interpersonal and Group Awareness; Personal Development and Well-Being; Outdoor and Environmental Educati... more...

Project GreenScreen
A team of young filmmakers that created The Cost of Convenience (below) in the summer of 2008. To learn about public screenings, request DVDs or hear what Project GreenScreen is planning next, drop us a line. Hit the links below for full-screen viewing and other options. The Cost of Convenience from Project GreenScreen on Vimeo.... more...

Queer Quills
*Queer Quills *A writing group for queer/trans & allies youth ages 14-25 that meet once a week Thursdays 5 pm-7 pm, at Solstice Cafe. Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, right after group the cafe holds ‘Tongues of Fire’, a spoken word night that youth are allowed to participate in or sit back and enjoy! Participants work on critical writing skills, creative writing and peer to peer editing. This program is for all skill levels. The group is facilitated by queer, skilled writer... more...

Recreation Leaders Academy
Gain valuable skills and build a stand out resume. Working in Recreation equals fun! Emergency First Aid is included. Eligible participants will do 15 hours of work experience in Recreation Oak Bay.

Research Group
Join this research project for fun and earn some money. We'll meet once a week after school as a small group (8-10 youth), have snacks and do interactive games to explore the research topic. You'll earn $10/session.

Silver Threads
1728 Douglas Street, V8W 2G7 Silver Threads recognizes that many seniors require programs that extend outside the downtown centre. In recognition of emerging issues such as seniors’ employment, help with tasks around the house and supports for isolated or lonely seniors, Silver Threads provides programs to meet these needs out in the community. Offers a variety of programs including exercise, crafts and card games Visit website for more information.

SLUGS Program
Are you between the ages of 13 and 30? Do you want to learn more about how to grow your own food and live more sustainably in the city? Check out our exciting workshop series for youth - SLUGS (Sustainable Living and Urban Gardening Skills)! The workshops dates and topics are constantly evolving, so check back regularly for new workshops and exciting fieldtrips! Do you have an idea of something you might like to learn about or teach? Email your ideas and pre-register for workshops by contacting ... more...

Step Up Youth Leadership Crew
STEP UP City of Victoria Youth Leadership Crew Thursday nights, 6-7:30pm at Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre. School-year round program. Ages 14-18 yrs For more info call Gary at 250 361 0706 This is a brand new leadership group for teens who are interested in gaining skills in the field of recreation and child and youth care. This is a great place to start if you are looking for a killer summer camp job but even better, the skills you learn here will transfer over into any vocation. You wi... more...

Teen Reading Buddies
If you like working with children, enjoy reading, and want to help struggling readers, we need you! GVPL hosts a reading program that pairs teen volunteers aged 13-18 with younger children to participate in paired reading, crafts and fun activities for one hour per week for eight weeks. Volunteering for this program will provide you with an excellent opportunity to gain great experience working with kids. Call individual branches for more information.

Threshold Housing Society
We provide transitional, semi-independent, housing for youth on Vancouver Island. We run a house for 4 girls (Holly House) and a house for 4 boys (Mitchell House). Residents agree to attend weekly house meetings, complete one chore per week, meet monthly with the house supervisor, and attend a regular day-program (school, work, &/or training). Holly House contact: 250-381-1799 Mitchell House contact: 250-380-0079

tru2U Drop-in
Please note, that this drop-in night is postponed until after summer. For other resources and support, please check us out at www.southislandpridecentre.ca A drop-in social group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirited, Asexual and allies, for ages 25 and under. Every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm at Fairfield Gonzales Community Place http://goo.gl/maps/io2rB. Come drop by for some yummy snacks, important discussions, silly games and movie nights. Occasionally we have guest speakers and hold a... more...

Trust Me Project
An intergenerational community project to bridge teens and seniors in the Gorge Tillicum area. Goal: to decrease the perceived barriers, build trusting relationships, provide mentorship opportunities for both teens & seniors and to create friendlier, safer shared spaces such as malls, recreation centres, parks, and libraries. The aim to: To create a project (or projects) engaging seniors and youth that builds social inclusion, trust and safety. To provide a forum for seniors to mento... more...

Urban Agriculture Program
LifeCycles Urban Agriculture program provides support and resources to local organizations and individuals who would like to create organic food gardens in their community, including backyards and community allotment gardens. Volunteers are trained in garden skills and building and support the creation of new gardens! The program also provides workshops on skills related to food and urban agriculture. To find out more or volunteer check out the website!

Victoria Dragon Boat Festival Society
Suite 2010-1818 Government Street Each year, the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival is able to host a maximum of 90 dragon boat teams, so be sure to register early to secure your place. We are working with our hotel and travel sponsors to offer some great accomodation incentives for out of town paddlers.

Victoria Symphony Youth
Volunteer program which students engage in various activities. Instrument petting zoo: instruments which are taken to events around the city to introduce instruments. Recruiting members late August our season runs Sept - May

VOCYL (Victoria Opportunities for Community Youth Leadership)
VOCYL is a program that gives youth the chance to demonstrate and acquire leadership skills while creating a community that is inclusive for all. The program began in 2004 and is jointly supported by Community Living Victoria and CanAssist at the University of Victoria. Made up of youth from diverse backgrounds and different abilities, VOCYL's philosophy is that everyone has the right to belong - no matter their race, gender, size, age, religion, sexual orientation or ability. Youth from all ... more...

Volunteer @ Canada Day Fundraiser
Join us at the Sooke Flats July 1st for our annual teen fundraiser. Youth volunteers will be selling corn on the cob to raise money for our youth out-trips such as snowboarding and skimboarding. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Dan at 642-8008.

Volunteer Victoria - Youth!
The Youth Volunteer Connections Program (YVCP) is a FREE service for youth 15 to 29 who are looking to get some experience and make a difference. Love art? Children? or Computers? Want to gain meaningful work experience? Want to build your resume, or complete your work experience hours? Not sure what kind of work you want to do? Bored? Call us! We can help you figure out just the right volunteer placement and support you as you start out. We can help you identify your goals and interest... more...

Youth and Family Outreach Worker
The Youth & Family Outreach Worker offers support to youth 13-19 years old and their families. Our aim is to help families build strengths and promote resilience. We provide support, information, mediation, advocacy, mentoring, and referrals. Please contact the Youth & Family Outreach Worker at 250-415-7721.

Youth in Action
Youth in Action is a youth-led initiative that brings about positive change for the people who live, learn, work or play in the Esquimalt or Hillside-Quadra areas. Teams of youth will get to know their community really well and map out all the things that make their neighbourhoods so great. Youth will create an action plan for their neighbourhood that brings about new ideas, projects and programs to make their community stronger. Youth will be supported by Community Mentors as they l... more...

Youth Initiative Grants
Youth Initiative Grants support community-based projects that are developed/delivered by youth for youth (25 years or younger) in the Greater Victoria Area. Projects must be time limited (completed between Jan 1 and Dec 31, 2012) and have definite goals and objectives. Funding amount: Up to $3,000 per project. See funding guide for details - application form available on our website or email youth@uwgv.ca Funds for 2012 have been distributed so check the site for the 2013 application!

Youth Internship Program
Do you have an interest in recreation and working with children or maintaining our beautiful parks? Join Esquimalt Parks and Recreation this summer and improve your leadership skills. Successfull applicants will be required to volunteer for 2 weeks in their chosen area. A $200 honourarium will be awarded to each participant after completing their internship. Please contact Vicki Klyne @ 412-8511 or vklyne@esquimalt.ca for application information and deadlines.

Youth Leadership - Keystone club
Keystone club is a national program of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada. The program runs year round and the main goal of the program is to prepare teens to work as a youth leader at our summer camp. We also plan social events, workshops and fundraisers to go on a year end trip. The program runs at our different Community Club locations (Harbourside-Esquimalt, Central Saanich - Brentwood Bay and Millstream - Langford).

Youth Now Awards
2012 Youth Now Awards Each year, the United Way of Greater Victoria and the Inter-Municipal Recreation Youth Services Providers of Greater Victoria recognize outstanding you who have contributed to our community during the previous year. To nominate an amazing youth, please contact youth@uwgv.ca or phone 250-220-7359. All nominees will be recognized at our Youth NOW Awards Gala in May 2012. Nomination Categories: Individual Volunteer (for you aged 11-14, 15-19, and 20-29 who are ou... more...

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.

YouthNOW! Council at United Way of Greater Victoria
Now recruiting YouthNOW Council Members! Activities: make funding recommendations for youth projects; plan youth leadership conference; host youth recognition ceremony; represent United Way at community events. Time Commitment: 30-40 hours throughout school year (1 x 2 hr. meeting/month plus prep time & events) No experience necessary - great opportunity to gain skills and give-back to your community.

Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe, online support resource for children, youth and young adults under 30 years. You can Text or Chat live with a trained volunteer, post on our discussion forum, or email a youth counsellor. No issue is too big or too small. We want to hear from you! Youthspace.ca is non-judgmental and totally free. TEXT us from anywhere in BC:778-783-0177 Chat and Text are open from 6-11pm PST

Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe, online support resource for children,youth and young adults under 30 years. You can Text or Chat live with a trained volunteer, post on our discussion forum, or email a youth counsellor. No issue is too big or too small. We want to hear from you! Youthspace.ca is non-judgmental and totally free. TEXT us from anywhere in BC: 778-783-0177 Chat and Text are open from 6-11pm PST

Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe, online support resource for children, youth and young adults under 30 years. You can Text or Chat live with a trained volunteer, post on our discussion forum, or email a youth counsellor. No issue is too big or too small. We want to hear from you! Youthspace.ca is non-judgmental and totally free. TEXT us from anywhere in BC:778-783-0177 Chat and Text are open from 6-11pm PST

YSPN: Youth Service Provider Network of Greater Victoria
The next YSPN meeting will be in February 2011. Date and location to be announced. The Youth Serice Provider Network is a collective open to all members in the youth serving community. Our aim is to provide the best service, leadership and opportunities possible for youth in Victoria through active collaboration, communication and relationship building. We believe that youth and the people who serve them are valuable resources who deserve affirmation and support. Scope: We are co... more...