About the event Au-Some Conference 2025 – Featuring Inspiring Neurodivergent Voices On October 25, 2025 from 10 AM – 3 PM EST, during Autism Acceptance Month, Autism Canada will host the 9th annual Au-Some Conference – the only Canadian event where … Read More
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Leaving High School, What’s Next?
How do you prepare for this big change in your child’s life? This workshop is designed to help families understand how to prepare for their child’s transition from high school into a full life in the community. Drawing on the … Read More
Lunch and Learn
Truth and Reconciliation Week is coming up September 22 to 26, followed by National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, on September 30. For some, this is a time of new learning. Some may experience feelings of discomfort, guilt, shame or … Read More
Creative Arts Workshop For Caregivers
Take a moment to pause this fall to creatively explore and nurture your wellness. This one hour workshop offers a welcoming and supportive space for you to explore and choose simple materials (which may include : fabric, pastels, paints, natural … Read More
Open the Door – A three part series designed to transform the mental health system
Parents are fighting for their children’s lives within a mental health system steeped in stigma. They are scared, isolated, and exhausted, caught in a cycle of navigating a fragmented system that fails to meet their needs. Their plea is clear: … Read More
Parents in the Know
For those that prefer a structured program, parents of teens attend this 10-12 week professionally-facilitated education and support program to learn more about adolescent development, boundary setting, healthy communication, teen mental health, and other common issues. In a non-judgmental setting, … Read More
Parents Together
Sometimes parenting challenges can feel overwhelming. This program offers ongoing support for parents of teens. A manual and materials are provided to participants. Parents may stay in the group as long as they feel they need support and help in … Read More
Mental Health First Aid Course
Join us for an engaging and impactful full-day Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification Course, designed to equip you with essential skills to assist individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or decline in well-being. Taking place in-person, this interactive training is … Read More
Peer Support Workshop
Interested in expanding or developing your skills? Join a Fed Skills workshop to connect with other youth from care and learn about subjects like: Peer Support; Justice, Equity Diversity & Inclusion; Leadership, and much more! Participants will receive a certificate … Read More
VDRC’s 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Join us and hear from the keynote speakers from the City of Victoria’s Office of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and the Accessibility Advisory Committee. We will be holding our 35th Annual General Meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025 @ 6:00 … Read More
