Resource Lists
Below are resources lists created by various organizations.
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Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective Toolkit
BEAM is a multidisciplinary group of professionals that provides resources and support for Black and other-identified people of colour. On their website they have a range of resources meant to educate and uplift all peoples, including self-help guides, worksheets,...
People of Colour Online Classroom
POC Online Classroom is a collection of resources, zines and online tutorials for and by people of colour about a range of topics, from intersectional feminism and the nature of white supremacy to effective organizing and self care resources. Website:...
Victoria Trails Masterlist
This resource lists all of the hiking trails in the Greater Victoria area, with detailed information including difficulty, time estimates, pet friendliness, and whether they're accessible on public transit. Website: https://www.victoriatrails.com/trails/
COVID-19 resources by the University of Victoria Students’ Society
The University of Victoria Students' Society has compiled a list of COVID-19 supports for students and others in the community. While some items on the list will only be useful for UVIC students, there are many resources that can be accessed by anyone in the Victoria...
Victoria & Area Community Resources
The Victoria Women in Need Community Cooperative has created a summary list of local community resources in the Victoria area. You can browse the list using categories such as transition houses, resources for First Nations, addiction, childcare, housing, and more....
Service Directory for Peer Support Groups
The Provincial Health Services Authority has compiled a list of peer support groups across BC for trans, gender diverse, and Two-Spirit community members and their parents, caregivers, and support networks. Website:...
Assembly of First Nations educational resources for all ages
The Assembly of First Nations has compiled a list of online educational resources for First Nations families during the COVID-19 pandemic. PDF: https://www.afn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/EDUCATION-RESOURCES_COVID_ENG.pdf
ORCBC’s outdoor recreation resources list
The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC maintains a list of resources related to outdoor recreation. The list provides tips on how to interact with our environment in a mutually beneficial manner. Website: https://www.orcbc.ca/resources/
Mental Health Commission of Canada
The Mental Health Commission of Canada has compiled credible information and resources about maintaining mental health during this time of crisis and supporting people managing mental illness in this new context. Website:...