Osanis Inclusion Services Inc.

Paraplay Days on the Dock
2025-06-15 14:00 - 2025-06-22 16:00, 2025-06-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Gorge Narrows Rowing Club, 2940 Jutland Rd #105, Victoria, BC, V8T 5J9, Canada
Engage in a variety of sports coached by various athletes and coaches! Get a chance to meet international level para athletes and coaches! Program will be hosted on Sunday’s, time of day will vary based on scheduled sports. Program is hosted at PISE & various locations throughout the Greater Victoria Area. Registration for each program closes the Friday prior to program. Program is possible through funding from OneAbility Questions? Email play@pise.ca

Questions?
For inquiries about Kids and Youth programs, email us at: play@pise.ca
For inquiries about Adult Programs email us at: programs@pise.ca

Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Gorge Narrow Rowing Club
Cost: FREE
Reg: #7705
Note: Para Rowing with Gorge Narrows Rowing Club

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Colour Your Summer with GVPL's 2025 BC Summer Reading Club!
2025-06-20 - 2025-09-06 | Greater Victoria Library
Join us for a summer of reading, creativity, and connection. The 2025 Summer Reading Club (SRC) runs from Friday, June 20 to Saturday, September 6, and is open to children aged 14 and under.

Pick up your SRC reading record starting Friday, June 20 at any GVPL branch.

How It Works

• Visit any GVPL branch to pick up your free SRC package, which includes your reading record and everything you need to get started.
• Read—or be read to—for 20 minutes or more each day. You can read in any format, in any language, and in any location.

• Track your progress on your reading record. One number equals one day of reading.

• Return to the library each week to collect your sticker and prize.

• Complete seven weeks of reading to earn a medal and celebrate your achievement.

Programs and Activities

Our goal this summer is to encourage kids and families to connect with their local branch and enjoy all the BC Summer Reading Club has to offer. Program highlights include:

Virtual Programs
Creative Colouring Workshop with Lauren Achtem
Tuesday, June 24 | 3:30–4:30 pm | Online via Microsoft Teams | Ages 8–13
Join this year’s BC SRC artist Lauren Achtem to design and draw a habitat for the SRC critters.

To register, email programs@gvpl.ca with “Lauren Achtem” in the subject line. Include your child’s name and library card number. Registration closes June 23.

In-Person Programs
Magic Mango Monsters with Meneka Repka
Friday, July 25 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm | Juan de Fuca Branch | Ages 8–12
Create your own monster bookmark and learn about book illustration. Includes a reading of The Mango Monster by Derek Mascarenhas.
To register, email programs@gvpl.ca with “Meneka Repka” in the subject line. Include your child’s name and library card number. Limited drop-in space may be available.

Comic Camp with Seraji
August 11–15 | Esquimalt Branch
• Kids’ Camp (Ages 8–12): 10:30–11:30 am
• Tween/Teen Camp (Ages 13–18): 1:00–3:00 pm
Join comic artist Seraji for a week-long workshop and create your own mini-comic.
To register, email programs@gvpl.ca with “Comic Camp” in the subject line. Include your child’s name and library card number.

Fed 101 Presentation
2025-06-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Interested in learning more about who we are and what we do?
Join us for a Fed 101 Presentation!
Who can attend:
Open to young people in and from care, service providers, caregivers and allies across the province
When:
Thurs, June 26, 2-3PM
Where:
Virtual – Teams
Learn more about the programs and services we offer, from our Youth Retreats to our Fed Family celebrations, and much more!
Sign me up!
Are you a young person interested in co – facilitating a Fed presentation or workshop? For more info on these volunteer opportunities contact Bailey.
Email: bailey.ingramjohnson@fbcyicn.ca
Phone: 778-951-3401

Stories in the Park
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Saxe Point Park, Victoria, BC, V9A 6G5, Canada
Join Esquimalt’s Recreation staff for story time in the park. We will be reading stories from Canadian authors followed by a themed activity. These stories are intended for children ages 2-5, but all are welcome.

~Meet at the flagpole~

July3rd – A Garden Called Home by Jessica J Lee & Elaine Chen
July 10th – This is a Tiny Fragile Snake by Nicholas Ruddock
July 17th – The only Lonely Fairy by Lana Button
July 24th – Lobster’s Vacation by Michelle Robinson
July 31st – Class Trip by Robert Munsch
Aug 7th – Super Small by Tiffany Stone
Aug 14th – Brave like the Buffalo by Melissa Allen
Aug 21st – A Bumblebee Sweater by Betty Waterton
Aug 28th – Emma at the Fair by Magriet Ruurs

Take part in our summer stories passport. Each week you attend you will receive a sticker!

VDRC - Art Group
2025-07-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Victoria Disability Resource Centre, 817A Fort Str., Victoria, BC, V8W 1H8, Canada
Our Art Group for persons with disabilities is going twice monthly this summer! Create a unique masterpiece with paints, markers or whatever helps express yourself!
We will provide supplies, including colouring books, canvases, felts, paint
When: July 18th, August 1st, and August 15th
Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Where: 817A Fort Street

Summer Discovery with our Explorer Packs
2025-07-23 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Island View Beach, 3215 Island View Rd, Saanichton, BC, V8M 1W3, Canada
Join us to discover what’s inside our new Explorer Adventure Packs, featuring birds at the beach and seashore, along with all the cool things you can find.
When: July 23rd & August 13, 2025
Time: 9:30 am – 11 am
Where: Island View Beach

Email: ccrr@beacons.ca
Call: 250-216-3053

Children's Day
2025-08-09 10:00 - 15:30 | Heritage Acres, 7321 Lochside Dr, Saanichton, BC, V8M 1W4, Canada
Admission $8 per person. Children 12 & under FREE
When:
Saturday August 9, 2025
Where:
7321 Lochside Drive (off Island View Road), Saanichton
What:

Balloon Art
Facepainting
Storytime
Photobooth
Creek Tour
Nature Walk
Friendship Bracelets
VIBA Blacksmithing Demonstrations
Sidney Museum, Centre of the Universe, Passport to Science, Hatch Family Movies, & Central Saanich Fire Department

Annual Community BBQ – You're Invited!
2025-08-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Fernwood Community Centre, 1240 Gladstone Ave, Victoria, BC, V8T 1G6, Canada
📅 Saturday, August 9th
🕐 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Fernwood Community Centre
Join us for an afternoon of good food, great music, and even better company at our annual Community BBQ!
Come together with friends old and new to celebrate community, connection, and the joy of summer.
🎶 Live Music
🌭 Delicious BBQ & Refreshments
💬 Meet new people & reconnect with friends
This free, all-ages event is open to everyone — whether you’ve been to our gatherings before or you’re brand new, we can’t wait to welcome you.
Come hungry, leave happy!

Play Time!
2025-08-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Memorial Park, 1200 Esquimalt Rd, Esquimalt, BC, V9A 3N8, Canada
When:

August 11, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Join us at the park for some fun outdoor activities. We will have lawn games, light sports equipment, etc. Come spend some time with us in the fresh air and sun!
This is a FREE park activity

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Contact phone
250-412-8518

Contact email
events@esquimalt.ca

Contact name
Tara Silva

Imprint, In Print
2025-08-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Rd, Victoria, BC, V8X 3W, Canada
Design your very own nature-themed tote bag during this hands-on, evening workshop!
Participants are invited to learn how to identify the traces different plants and animals leave behind in their natural habitat. You will have the opportunity to decorate your very own tote bag using wax rubbings of natural materials found at the Nature Sanctuary.
Participants will join Nature Educators on a guided walk to learn about animal and human activity around the Nature House. Throughout this workshop, we will reflect on discuss what kinds of impacts humans leave on nature.
All materials, including the tote bags, will be supplied.
Where: Meet at the Teaching Shelter – Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary
When: Tuesday, August 12th, 6:00 PM – 7:00PM
Who: All ages welcome; Please have any participants under 14 accompanied by an adult.
Cost: $15

Walking Wednesdays
2025-08-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Esquimalt Neighbourhood House, 511 Constance Ave, Victoria, BC, V9A 6N5, Canada
Who:
Adults who like to walk, meet new people and chat.
What:
Whether you are new to the area or just looking to meet new people, this is a safe, friendly space to connect & enjoy a relaxing walk to Saxe Point and back, followed by coffee & snacks back at Foster’s Centre.
When:
Wednesdays 11am
Walk 11am-12pm Coffee 12-1pm
Come once or each week.
(Weather Dependent)
Where:
Meet at Esquimalt Neighbourhood House
511 Constance Ave
Drop In for this FREE program:
Questions? Call 250-385-2635 Ext 201

Special Woodstock 26th Year
2025-08-17 10:00 - 18:00 | Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Rd, North Cowichan, BC, V9L 5L6
Welcome to ‘Special Woodstock’
A Music Festival Like No Other!

“Special Woodstock” is a music festival that happens once a year on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada on the beautiful 140-acre property of
Providence Farm in Duncan, BC, Canada.
The date for this year’s event will be held on
Sunday, August 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The price?
Free!
No tickets are required, no entry fee.
How do we do it?
With help from The Lions Clubs of Vancouver Island and the surrounding Islands generous community businesses and YOU!
All donations, big and small add up to an amazing, heartwarming, inspiring Music Festival called
Special Woodstock
Join our Facebook Group to watch us live from all over the world.
Special Woodstock 2025
https://www.facebook.com/groups/238046300752413/
“Special Woodstock” was created to feature the artistic talents of people with disabilities alongside professional musicians on a community/world stage…
Founded in September 1999 by Shelley Vaags, who saw a need for a platform to be created to feature this incredible, courageous, inspiring,
and unique community of individuals.

Watch her documentary here to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc94YY4QyTk

Make Pinback Buttons
2025-08-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Victoria Disability Resource Centre, 817A Fort Str., Victoria, BC, V8W 1H8, Canada
Join us on Tuesday August 19th from 9:30-11:30am, for a fun peer activity: making pinback buttons! This will be held at the Victoria Disability Resource Centre, located at 817A Fort Street.
We will have pre-printed designs and the materials to make your own design. If you are bringing your own materials or designs, please make sure the dimensions range between 1-3 inches.
Register for the group at the following link: https://forms.gle/rfaMTSmcMQm44LXK7
If you have any questions or require any accommodation, please email recreation@drcvictoria.com.
Image Description: A poster for the Making Pinback Buttons workshop, with examples of button designs people can make. All relevant info is in the above post.

Family Day Block Party
2025-09-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Heritage Acres, 7321 Lochside Dr, Saanichton, BC, V8M 1W4, Canada
You’re invited to family day hosted by the Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness Society. A dry (alcohol-free) event filled with laughter, connection, and fun for all ages! Free entry with can food donations!
When:
September 3, 2025
Time:
11 AM to 3 PM
Where:
7321 Lochside Dr. , Saanichton BC

Let's Celebrate Grandparents
2025-09-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Slocan Park, 2750 E 29th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Bring your blankets, folding chairs, and the whole family for a delightful day filled with fun, laughter, live music, games, delicious food, prizes and so much more!
Enjoy a delicious FREE meal from the Yo-Bones BBQ Food Truck (while supplies last). Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a musical performance from Burnaby’s favourite rock band, Rainshadow!

As well as…
Fun games and Activities
Live Music
Door Prizes
50/50 Prize Draw
Community Services Information Tables

September 7, 2025
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Slocan Park, 2750 E 29th Ave
Vancouver, BC

RSVP TODAY!

Drop-in Floor Hockey for Individuals with Diverse Abilities
2025-09-17 13:00 - 14:30 | SJ Willis High School, 923 Topaz Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8T 2M2, Canada

Book Launch - At Power To Be
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Prospect Lake, 4633 Prospect Lake Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada
