Nov 18, 2022 | Employment Resources
NetWorks provides free employment services for adults experiencing mental illnesses and/or issues with substance use. In this program, clients are paired with a coach. Coaches and clients then work collaboratively to come up with a career plan that suits the...
Nov 6, 2022 | Positive Stories
A Saanich elementary school has a new playground surface that is made from 281 recycled scrap tires. This surface is environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and makes the playground safe and accessible for children to play on. Original article:...
Oct 7, 2022 | Arts & Culture, Community Events/Workshops, Family Resources, Kid's Activities
The Oak Bay Bonfire will take place on October 31st at 6PM. This community event will feature a costume parade. Children will have the opportunity to help keep the bonfire safe by spraying the fire with real fire hoses. The Kiwanis team will also be handing out food...
Oct 7, 2022 | Positive Stories
On Saturday October 1st, volunteers gathered in Esquimalt’s Saxe Point Park to remove invasive species and replace them with around 200 plants that are native to the area. They did this in order to create a better habitat for wildlife and build an ecosystem that...
Sep 28, 2022 | Community Resources, Employment Resources, Family Resources, Funding for Families
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...
