Events, Learning & Resource Opportunities
Sooke/West Shore Community of Practice
Thursday, September 18 and Thursday, December 11, 2025*
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Military Family Resource Centre, 2610 Rosebank Road, Colwood
You’re Invited! If you’re a health/social service provider working directly with children, youth and/or families across the Sooke and West Shore region, you’re invited to join a community of practice focused on supporting you in the important work you do.
Sign up here – or read more here and here
*No sessions in October and November as a result of the Annual Networking Event and Conference opportunities noted below.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention ™ Training
If you are interested in having staff trained from your organization, please reach out to Nicola MacKay
Upcoming Dates: November 6, 2025 and February 17, 2026
Military Family Resource Centre, 2610 Rosebank Road, Colwood
Lunch, snacks and materials provided for just $99.00!
Many Village Initiative network organizations have expressed interest in having staff trained in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention™ to help support staff in defusing difficult situations. With the support of United Way, our network has invested in TVI affiliated NVCI Trainers and are pleased to offer several training sessions in the coming months (available training dates – February to October – may be found in Section 6 of the Application for Registration form).
If you are interested in having staff trained from your organization (and it’s a member of the TVI network), please complete and return the Application for Registration form to Nicola MacKay.
Questions? For more information, please reach out to Nicola MacKay.
3rd Annual Child & Youth Service Providers Networking Event
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Drop-in Between 2:00 and 4:30 p.m.
City Centre Park, 1089 Langford Parkway, Langford
Join us for our 3rd annual gathering to connect with and learn about what programs and services community partners provide in supporting the health and well-being of children, youth and families across our area. 40 organisations are already confirmed! Download the event poster and list of community partners who will be onsite.
Calling all West Shore & Sooke Child and Youth Service Providers: You’re invited to attend this event as exhibitors! By becoming an exhibitor, you can showcase your organization’s programs and services and network with local community partners dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of children, youth and families. Register to become an exhibitor here!
Pre-register to attend as a participant for this year’s networking event here!
Child & Youth Mental Health Conference
Thursday & Friday, November 20 & 21, 2025
In response to the changing mental health and well-being needs of children and youth across the West Shore and Sooke Region, The Village is hosting a 2-day conference designed with input from over 100 professionals serving the child and youth mental health needs of our community.
For Senior Community Organizational Leaders
November 20 (half-day; includes lunch)
Royal Roads University
Fee: $100* (Subsidies available)
This half-day for senior decision-makers and management will focus on collaborative planning to support partnerships, leadership training & development, community engagement, and workplace well-being.
For Frontline Child & Youth Community Workers
November 21 (full-day; includes lunch)
Spencer Middle School
Fee: $100* (Subsidies available)
A full-day for frontline service providers will address emerging issues and support the practice and well-being of the region’s frontline staff.
Download the Conference Program for furthr details.
Sign-up here for conference updates and to pre-register.
Past Events & Learning Opportunities
Free & Low-Cost Summer Programs
The Village has teamed up with the Greater Victoria Public Library to create this terrific resource for West Shore and Sooke area families looking for free and affordable summer program options! Download the poster by clicking on the image above or here. You can also search by location when you access the Google Map of Free & Low-Cost Summer Programs below.
