Resources for BIPOC’s
Below are resources and information for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or as a Person of Colour.
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Parent tips for racial stress and self care
The RESilience Initiative has created a toolkit to help parents navigate racial stress and self care with their children. It explains the different effects that racism can have on the body as well as how it can impact parenting. Website:...
Indigenous Radio Podcast
W̱ILṈEW̱ Radio, which translates to Indigenous Radio, is a podcast that features different Indigenous musicians, story tellers, artists and more. This podcast was produced by Nick Henry as part of the CFUV radio station at the University of Victoria Student Union...
Immigration welcome centres of vancouver island
Vancouver Island is home to the Vancouver Island Immigrant Centre Alliance, which is composed by the island's leading three immigrant settlement agencies. These immigrant welcome centres serve as a first point of contact for newcomers to Canada and can help them with...
Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society (VIRCS)
Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society (VIRCS) is an organization founded by former refugees for immigrants, refugees and new Canadian citizens. They offer services from housing, language, mentorship to employment. Location: 1004 North Park Street, Victoria BC,...
Filipinos in Victoria facebook group
Filipinos in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada is a Facebook group for Filipinos community members. People from other parts of Vancouver Island are also welcome to join! This is a private group, please read the guidelines before requesting to join. Facebook:...
Victoria Indian Community (VIC) facebook group
Victoria Indian Community (VIC) is a Facebook group for Indian community members in Victoria to connect over cultural, social and community activities. This is a private group, please read the guidelines before joining. Facebook:...
Rainbow Refugee
Rainbow Refugee is a charitable organization based in Vancouver that supports people seeking refugee protection in Canada because of persecution based on sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression (SOGIE) or HIV status. Contact: info@rainbowrefugee.ca...
BIPOC Owned Business Resource
Below is a link to a list of businesses in Victoria, BC owned by BIPOC. Website: https://harbourcats.com/bipoc-owned-business-resource/ Contribute: contact Stephanie on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.maria.718)
This is Table Talk
The Table is a community resource, and point of connection for self-identifying people of colour. The events take place in public places, (co-working, or event spaces). The goal of these gatherings is for folks to network and share lived experiences. Contact:...