Youth Resources
Below are information and resources for youth including online education resources, funding opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and more.
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Volunteer Tutoring with Victoria Literacy Connection (VLC) Adult Tech Literacy Program
Victoria Literacy Connection pairs tutors with users of all ages, but particularly the elderly, to help them learn basic technological skills. Volunteer tutors can meet either in person or via Zoom once or twice a week with their tutee, using the basic digital skills...
Self-care Guide by Uvic Peer Support Centre
The UVSS Peer Support Centre has put together a self-care guide with resources specifically for UVic students. It is set up like a quiz, and has tailored suggestions for how to regulate your physical and mental wellness. Contact: pscoperations@uvss.ca Website:...
UVIC Multifaith Centre
The Uvic Multifaith Centre offers a number of free programs to help the Uvic Community de-stress and remain mentally and spiritually well. Weekly events include yoga, pet cafes (a chance to de-stress with therapy dogs), heart to heart talks, laughter meditations, and...
Inclusive Recreation at UVIC
Uvic's Advocacy for Inclusive Recreation (AIR) group offers free recreational activities to UVic students who identify with one or more of the following groups: people with disabilities, BIPOC, Indigenous, LGBT2SIA, and women, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and/or...
Indigenous Language Resources
The Woodland Cultural Centre has provided a collection of resources to support people in learning a variety of indigenous languages. These resources are free; most are available to the public whereas others require sign-in membership access....
National Truth and Reconciliation Day Lesson Plans for Teachers
The Alberta Teachers' Association has compiled a resource detailing many potential lesson plans, and activities that can be used to teach students about indigenous history, orange shirt day, and reconciliation in Canada. These resources and lesson plans are free and...
Truth and Reconciliation Education resources
The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation has a section of free educational resources for K-12 and adult learners. Website: https://nctr.ca/education/teaching-resources/education-resources/
Remembering the Children educational package
Remembering the Children is the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation's publication for students. This publication teaches readers about the history of Residential Schools, and celebrates the resilience of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples' cultures. There...
SD84 Vancouver lsland West Registration Guide
Below is a registration guide detailing the steps to enrol new students in the Vancouver Island West School District. Website: https://sd84.bc.ca/parent-student-portal/student-forms-sd84/