Youth Resources
Below are information and resources for youth including online education resources, funding opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and more.
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Map of B.C. Public Libraries
The government of B.C. has released a resource to aid in the search of a public library. Libraries host a variety of free or low-cost events and are a great way to get involved in the community. Website:...
How Parents Can Recognize Bullying
The government of Canada has released a resource outlining how to recognize bullying in schools. There are also resources on the provided website too. Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/bullying/how-recognize-bullying.html
Supporting Your Child’s Return to School During the Pandemic
The Sooke District School Board has created a resource for parents to assist their children with the transition to in-person learning. This resource highlights strategies that can be used to work through any negative emotions a child may be experiencing due to the...
How to Apply for Student Transportation in Victoria
Student transportation is available for most students in the Victoria area. If you would like to apply your child for the provided transportation, you need to send an e-mail below with a message including: your home address, student(s) name, school, and the type of...
Guidelines for In-Person School in Victoria
The superintendent of the Victoria school board has released a document outlining the safety protocols and guidelines that will be followed in light of the return to in-person learning. Contact: (250) 475-3212 or community@sd61.bc.ca Website:...
Grants for Indigenous Students through Aboriginal Learning Links B.C.
Aboriginal Learning Links is a resource that helps connect indigenous students with various funding programs for post-secondary education. They will also help student with the application process and to discover government funding programs that are available. Contact:...
BC Hydro Offers Post-Secondary Scholarships
BC Hydro is offering a variety of scholarships for students studying in sectors related to their business. Students studying engineering or various skilled trade programs are eligible to apply for the grants. There are additional scholarships available for indigenous...
Tips to Succeeding in Online Courses
The University of British Columbia has created a webpage that provides tips for all university students on how to do well in online courses. They also posted a Youtube video on the webpage that provides more tips such as using a calendar to stay organized, attending...
Winner Medical Young Pioneer in Social Innovation Scholarship
One or more scholarships are available to academically outstanding undergraduate or graduate students in the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Victoria. Applicants must be citizens of Hong Kong or Mainland China and whose focus of study involves...