Osanis Inclusion Services Inc.

Gender Marvelous
2025-06-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey of raising our queer, gender-diverse and/or Two-Spirit children and youth. Join the conversation, find strength and encouragement, and connect with a network of families who understand. All queer and 2SLGBTQIA+ families are welcome. Let’s support each other and grow together!
Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY

Zajac Ranch - Summer Camp
2025-06-23 - 2025-08-29
A fully inclusive summer camp where everything is accessible for children with medical conditions and disabilities.
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Please see below the list of our upcoming Camp schedule. Once application opens for each, a link will be included. Please note, if camp is full, you may request to be put on the waiting list by emailing info@zajacranch.com
YOUNG ADULT CAMP
Zajac Ranch created the Young Adult Camp after recognizing that many individuals, once past the age of 17, would not be able to experience our standard medical summer camps. Our Young Adult Camps, for campers 18-40 years of age, are open to a variety of chronic illnesses and disabilities and serve to continue to deliver summer camp activities and fun peer-oriented communication experienced in our standard summer camps.
Young Adult Camp #1 (June 23-27, 2025) – Camper applications now open
Young Adult Camp #2 (August 25-29, 2025) – Camper applications now open
MIXED MEDICAL CAMP
Our Mixed Medical Camps are structured for children aged 7-17 with various medical conditions. Applications will be reviewed and approved by the Nursing Director on a case-by-case basis.
Mixed Medical Camp #1 (June 30-July 4, 2025) – Camper applications now open
Mixed Medical Camp #2 (July 21-25, 2025) – Camper applications now open
Mixed Medical Camp #3 (August 10-15, 2025) – Camper applications now open

Victoria Therapeutic Riding Association
2025-06-23 - 2025-08-18
VTRA offers Spring Break and Summer Camps to kids and teens with diverse abilities! As well as Adult Workshop in June.

Note: Participation in camps requires completing the regular intake process for VTRA programs, including completing the physician’s forms.

If you are not a current participant, please fill in an inquiry form HERE
For more information, visit here: https://www.vtra.ca/summer-programming

Paraplay Days on the Dock
2025-06-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-15 14:00 - 2025-06-22 16:00 | 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

Register Now

Easter Seals Summer Camp 2025
2025-06-21 - 2025-08-08
Easter Seals has been offering summer camp experiences to children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities since 1968.
From day camps to week-long overnight camps, to in-person and virtual, there are options available for all interests and for all children and adults with disabilities ages 6 and up. Trained counsellors bring out the fun and silly in every activity, creating experiences that instill confidence and memories that last a lifetime.
For more information, visit: https://www.eastersealsbcy.ca/summercamp/

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.

Early Years and School Age Navigation
2025-06-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years, or anticipating school years on the horizon, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join this Family Hangout for supportive sessions on navigating the early years. We are here to listen, provide resources, and create a safe place to discuss the parenting experience of young children with diverse abilities.
Register Here

Beyond Behaviours: When Is It More? What It Looks Like at Ages 9 – 12
2025-06-18 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-06-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Why can it feel so tricky to tell if our kids are on track, going through a phase, as opposed to struggling with something more, or beyond behaviours? Learn about the developmental stages of 9 to 12 year old children and what might be some signs of mental health challenges at this age.
Learn from Karen Peters, Registered Clinical Counsellor.
Join us to watch a video presentation together and stay for a facilitated conversation by our Family Peer Support Workers.
6:30pm-8:00pm Pacific Time (most of British Columbia)
7:30pm-9:00pm Mountain Time (Alberta)
These events are funded for parents and caregivers living in the Province of British Columbia and for CASA families in Alberta. If you are from another province or Territory, or live outside of Canada, we welcome you to visit our video library at www.familysmart.ca/videos and use our resources.
Register Here

Mental Health and Preparing for the Transition to Post Secondary
2025-06-17 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
After high school, post-secondary education for our youth can be exciting but also stressful if they have struggled with their mental health. You’re not alone. Discover some ways we can prepare our youth for school and support their mental health and independence while they are at school.
Learn from Dawn Schell from the University of Victoria, Melissa Feddersen from the University of British Columbia (Okanagan) and Victoria Keddis, a parent with lived experience.
Join us to watch a video presentation together and stay for a facilitated conversation by our Family Peer Support Workers.
6:30pm-8:00pm Pacific Time (most of British Columbia)
7:30pm-9:00pm Mountain Time (Alberta)
These events are funded for parents and caregivers living in the Province of British Columbia and for CASA families in Alberta. If you are from another province or territory, or live outside of Canada, we welcome you to visit our video library at www.familysmart.ca/videos and use our resources. Thank you.

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Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) by MHRP
2025-06-17 13:30 - 16:00, 2025-06-10 13:30 - 16:00 | MHRPI SI Boardroom, 941 Kings Rd, Victoria, BC, V8T1W7, Canada
Mental Health Recovery Partners South Island will be facilitating another Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP). There is no fee to participate.
WRAP is an evidence-based personal relapse prevention plan that supports participants with developing their own personal wellness plan. In this workshop participants will learn about wellness tools and create action plans to put them into practice in their everyday life. Participants learn how to maintain their wellness by recognizing stressors and early warning signs and by developing coping strategies including having a crisis plan. This workshop is offered several times a year and is co-facilitated by two trained WRAP facilitators.
The next WRAP will be held in-person for six Tuesdays from 1:30pm-4pm at MHRP SI Boardroom on the following dates:
June 10th
June 17th
June 24th
July 8th
July 15th
July 22nd
Please share this with anyone who might be interested. To register, please visit: https://mhrp.ca/programs-and-services/program-request-form

Family Sunday: Family Pride Day
2025-06-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss Street, Victoria, BC, Canada
Our Pride Family Sunday is bursting with colour and joy!
Create huge, vibrant flowers to add to our rainbow arch, experience the excitement of portrait drawing in our exhibition spaces, and discover how to make art in response to poetry.
Family Sundays are included with admission.
Admission is always free for the following groups:

Visitors age 25 and under
AGGV Members and See Art Pass holders
Indigenous peoples
Support workers

Family Sunday happens every third (and sometimes fourth) Sunday of the month from October – June, and is an afternoon of exploring hands-on art-making and ideas for all ages. This recurring program often features special guests like storytellers, artists, performers or musicians.
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Diverse Destinations
2025-06-13 14:30 - 16:30 | Royal Canadian Legion, 761 Station Avenue, Victoria, BC, V9B 4V2, Canada
Diverse Destinations is a free summer presentation series for people with physical disabilities, families, and friends. Hosted by Technology For Living and supported by the Victoria Foundation, it features accessible travel tips, real-life stories from disabled adventurers, and highlights like the new Hullo ferry service.

FASD - Thinking Outside Of The Box
2025-06-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Empowering conversations for individuals affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and those who support them. A Family Hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.
Register Here

Brew for a Cause
2025-06-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Parent Support Services of BC, Dublin Crossing Vancouver 466 SW Marine Dr, BC, Canada
A Pubnight Fundraiser!

Join us for our Pub Night Fundraiser and enjoy a fun-filled evening of food, drinks, trivia, prizes, and good company, all for a great cause!
This pub night fundraiser is raising money to keep our Parenting Support Groups running. These groups are essential spaces where parents and caregivers find the guidance, connection, and resources they need to navigate parenthood.
Your contributions will help cover the costs for snacks, venue rentals, transportation, child care and guest speakers for our support groups.
Don’t miss out! Get your tickets today to reserve your spot!
Your ticket includes:
✅ One burger (beef, chicken, or Beyond Meat) with fries
✅ One drink (local draft beer, house wine, hi-ball, juice, soda, tea, or coffee)
*Trivia entry sold separately.

Wed, June 11, 2025
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Dublin Crossing Vancouver
466 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC

Tickets $30 each
(or 4 tickets for $100)

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Decolonizing Neurodivergence and Autism
2025-06-11 09:30 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
Presented by Len Pierre and Allison Balfour
This full-day, strengths-based training offers a practical and culturally grounded introduction to Autism and Neurodivergence (e.g., Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder, learning differences) for those working in or alongside Indigenous communities.
Grounded in the belief that all minds are sacred, this course emphasizes respectful, relationship-based ways of supporting Autistic and otherwise Neurodivergent children, youth, and adults.
Read more about it here

Fed Family Chat
2025-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
This virtual event is an opportunity to hang out with other youth in and from care and have fun. Together we can shape how we want to spend our time together.
This Fed Family Chat will be taking place on
Tues, June 10 from 7-8PM.

Sign Up for Fed Family Chat

We are so excited to share space and connect with you!

Walk and Fun Fair for Down Syndrome Awareness
2025-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Beckwith Park, 857 Beckwith Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8X 3S3, Canada
Walk for Down Syndrome Awareness

June 8 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

On Sunday, June 8th, we’re hosting our annual Walk for Down Syndrome Awareness and Family Fun Fair at Beckwith Park in Saanich. This is a fantastic community event you won’t want to miss!
The fun runs from 10am to 2pm:

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Get ready for the walk with fun activities, games and bouncy castles for all ages! There will also be snacks and pizza.
11:30 AM: Lace up your shoes and join us for a walk to raise awareness for Down syndrome.

Plus, we have some special surprises in store! There might just be an appearance from your favorite superheroes or princesses! This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, so stay tuned for information on how you can help spread the word and raise critical funds to support programming for the Greater Victoria Down Syndrome community.
Donate, create teams or join as an individual.

Balance & Breathe - A Mindful Movement Workshop
2025-06-05 16:30 - 17:30 | Island Community Mental Health, 125 Skinner Street, Victoria, B.C., V9A 6X4, Canada
We’re excited to introduce our next wellness offering — Balance & Breathe: A Mindful Movement Workshop, starting Thursday, June 5th, from 4:30–5:30 PM at Island Community Mental Health (125 Skinner Street).
This free, four-week series is designed to help you slow down, move gently, and tune into the wisdom of your body. Guided by our wonderful facilitator Lindsay, each session will include a combination of light stretching, guided flow, and free-form movement. No experience needed — just come as you are.
Open to all bodies and all abilities
A safe and supportive space
Register by emailing: hello@socialgatheringplace.ca
Spots are limited, so be sure to save yours soon. Let’s breathe, balance, and move together.

Breaking Free: History of Deinstitutionalization for People with Disabilities in British Columbia
2025-05-29 09:00 - 12:00 | Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavilion, 1070 Tillicum Rd, Esquimalt, BC, V9A 2A1, Canada
Supports for people with intellectual disabilities have emerged from a long and complicated history of fear and oppression, charitable beliefs, pseudo-science, human rights, and economic priorities. Join us in a conversation about the history, values, and beliefs that guide our movement and are vital to sustaining ourselves – and the vision of community living for all citizens.
Location: Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavilion, 1070 Tillicum Rd, Esquimalt, BC V9A 2A1
Date and time: Thu, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Organizer: South Island Education Committee, cmyra@beconnectedsupport.ca

Drop-in Floor Hockey for Individuals with Diverse Abilities (18yrs+)
2025-05-28 13:00 - 14:30 | SJ Willis High School, 923 Topaz Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8T 2M2, Canada
This is a FREE event. Participants of all levels and abilities welcome!
All the equipment is provided and all that is needed is athletic wear and water bottle.
This is an opportunity to meet others, be active and have fun. It is held every Wednesday from 1:00 – 2:30 at SJ Willis Educational Center in Victoria. If an individual has a support worker, they are welcome to come as well.
Please note: The volunteer staff does no personal care.
At SJ Willis, the gym is huge and if you want to just come and hang out in the gym during this time without playing floor hockey, this is also an option.
When: Every Wednesday from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Where: SJ Willis High School (Gym)
2970 Glasgow St,
Victoria, BC
V8T 5B9

Slam Dunk! Wheelchair Basketball
2025-05-26 18:00 - 20:30 | Spencer Middle School, 1026 Goldstream Ave, BC, V9B 2Y5, Canada
A wheelchair basketball event in partnership with: Victoria Wheelchair Sports, Access West Shore Society, Westshore Basketball & Spencer Middle School.

For more info, contact:
accesswestshore@gmail.com
All are welcome!
Halftime show by Spencer Music & Cheer
