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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Healing in Colour
Healing in Colour is a directory of BIPOC therapists committing to supporting BIPOC in all intersections (gender, sexuality, etc.). Users can search for therapists based on categories such as other languages spoken, Indigenous identity, and option for video sessions....
Royal BC Museum: 2023 “BC Black History & Heritage Day”
On February 11th from 1:00-4:00 PM PST the Royal BC Museum is hosting a heritage day event for Black History Month. This event is free to attend and is a great opportunity to meet and talk with direct descendants about their stories and family history. The exhibits...
BIPOC Written, Digital, and Visual Art Submissions Wanted
The Students of Colour Collective (SOCC) of the University of Victoria's student society is hosting a call for written, digital, or visual art submissions. It is free to enter and open to all Victoria based artists who self-identify as indigenous, black, or as a...
SafeSpace Networks – Report Healthcare Harm
Safespace Networks works in partnership with the BC Association of Friendship Centres to provide a way for those who have experienced harm within the healthcare system to report it. The website provides a link that allows you to share your story or experience online,...
The Collective: Telling the Stories of Women of Color Series
The Action Resource Center is hosting an online space for a collective series comprised of artists, actors, writers, scholars, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. Their goal is to share the stories of women from minority groups and uplift their voices. This is a...
Jean Lumb Scholarship for Canadians with Chinese Heritage
The Jean Lumb award is a great scholarship opportunity for high school students with Chinese heritage. This scholarship is available to Canadian citizens, and they offer grants for many different categories including academics, arts, and athletics, among many others....
MHC BIPOC resources
Mental Health Coalition (MHC) is a group of leading mental health organizations, brands and individuals who have joined to end stigma surrounding mental health. They created a pdf outlining resources for the BIPOC community. PDF:...
Chinese Canadian National Council
Chinese Canadian National Council (CCNC) was founded in 1980. Its goals are shaped by the current outbreaks in anti-Asian racism caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. On their website, you can find educator tools including videos, posters and workshop facilitator guides....
UVSS BIPOC support and resources
The University of Victoria Students' Society (UVSS) maintains a BIPOC Support Hub which contains resources specifically for BIPOC students attending UVic. This website contains financial support, mental health resources, community resources, and supports for...