Community Resources
Below are community resources that can be browsed by tags related to priority area, location and target population. Lists created by organizations can be found here.
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Veterans Emergency Fund
The Veterans Emergency Fund provides prompt financial support to Veterans, their families, and survivors, who are facing an unforeseen financial emergency that is threatening their health and well-being. The Veterans Emergency Fund can cover essentials such as food,...
VAC 24/7 Counselling for Veterans, RCMP members, and their families
The VAC Assistance Service provides free, short-term psychological support with a mental health professional for veterans, RCMP members, and their families. When you contact the VAC Assistance Service, you will speak to a mental health professional. They will help...
Ali Kamenova Yoga Youtube Channel
Ali Kamenova's YouTube channel features a wide selection of free guided yoga videos. Her channel has channels for people of all levels. In addition to providing tools for physical fitness, the channel places an emphasis on stress-management and spiritual wellness....
WIN Self Sufficiency Program
Women In Need's Self Sufficiency program aims to help women as well as trans, non-binary, and two-spirit individuals achieve financial independence. This program provides bursaries to support the individual's financial goals. For example, funds could provide support...
SEMSEMÍYE: Indigenous Pollinator Stories
Tiffany Joseph (ŚW̱,XELOSELWET) will run a workshop sharing the knowledge that she has acquired throughout her years from sources such as the W̱SÁNEĆ people, the SENĆOŦEN language, pollinators, sea life, and terrestrial flora and fauna that are Indigenous to the...
SD62 Sooke District Resource List
Below is a resource list for SD62: the Sooke district school board. The resources are free and cover a variety of topics. Website: https://www.sd62.bc.ca/programs-services
ERASE bullying resources
Erase, or Expect Respect And Safe Education, is a resource created by the BC government to support students and parents with bullying, cyberbullying, and other various issues. Erase is all about empowering students, parents, educators and community partners who...
SD68 Nanaimo and Ladysmith Parenting Resources
Below is a list of parenting resources on a number of topics provided by school district 68 (Nanaimo and Ladysmith). Website: https://www.sd61.bc.ca/parent-student-resources/glossary-of-terms/
SD61 Greater Victoria School District Resources
Below are a list of resources pertaining to SD61: Greater Victoria School District. Website: https://www.sd61.bc.ca/parent-student-resources/