Equity & Diversity Resources
Below are information and resources for members of marginalized communities, including BIPOC individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
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Victoria Orange Shirt Day 2023 Event
Victoria Orange Shirt Day is hosting their 2023 event on Saturday, September 30th from 12:00pm-2:30pm. Join for Indigenous performances, flag raising, minute of silence and special guest speakers. Free admission. Everyone welcome. Location: Centennial Square, Victoria...
Reconcile: Witnessing Candid Truths From Survivors
The Support Network for Indigenous Women & Women of Colour is hosting a Reconcile: Witnessing Candid Truths From Survivors, a community event to help illuminate the stories of residential school survivors. This event is taking place from 4:30pm – 7:00pm on...
Songhees Nation Second Annual South Island Powwow
September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, the Songhees Nation is host the second annual South Island Powwow. The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize survivors and their families in the spirit of...
Comox Valley Second Annual Spirit Walk
Comox Valley is hosting its second annual Spirit Walk to commemorate and recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Opening ceremonies begin at 11:00am and participants are welcome to drop-in anytime between 11:00am-5:00pm. All are welcome. Location:...
Island Métis Family and Community Services Society’s 2023 Orange Shirt Day Event
On Friday, September 29th, 2023 from 10:00am-2:00pm, Island Métis Family and Community Services is hosting an event to honor the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This event features an art installation and story walk through that will provide education on...
CBC News Missing and Murdered Podcast
CBC News has created an original podcast titled Missing and Murdered hosted by CBC News investigative reporter, Bonnie Walker. It is currently in its second season, and covers the cases of Indigenous woman who are missing or murdered in British Columbia. This podcast...
Moose Hide Campaign
Thursday, May 11 is the Moose Hide Campaign Day. On this day, all Canadians are encouraged to join together and stand against gender-based violence while taking steps toward reconciliation. Please see the website below to register for the day's events and to view...
Second Annual Our Women are Sacred Walk
To honour the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls on May 5, Surrounded by Cedar Child & Family Services is hosting their second annual “Our Women are Sacred” walk. Attendees are encouraged to attend this event, gather, heal, and celebrate. The event...
Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
On May 5, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people, please take the time to read “Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls"...