Events & Learning Opportunities
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention ™ Training
If you are interested in having staff trained from your organization, please reach out to Nicola MacKay
Upcoming Dates: Wednesday, April 9 and Wednesday, June 11, 2025
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.
Sooke/West Shore Community of Practice
Thursday, April 17, May 15 and June 17, 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.
Child & Youth Mental Health Conference
Thursday & Friday, November 20 & 21, 2025
Responding to the changing mental health and well-being needs of children and youth across the West Shore and Sooke Region, this conference is hosted by The Village and was designed with input from over 100 professionals serving the child and youth mental health needs of our community.
For Senior Community Leaders
November 20 (half-day; includes lunch)
Royal Roads University
Fee: TBD (on a cost-recovery basis only)
This half-day for senior decision-makers will focus on collaborative planning to support partnerships, leadership training & development, community engagement and workplace well-being.
For Frontline Community Workers
November 21 (full-day; includes lunch)
Spencer Middle School
Fee: TBD (on a cost-recovery basis only)
This full-day for frontline service providers will address emerging issues and support the practice and well-being of the region’s frontline staff.
Sign-up here for conference updates and to pre-register.
