A Self-Reg Haven is somewhere where everyone feels emotionally, socially, culturally and physically safe and secure. It is where children and adults alike feel connected to their environment and to each other, where relationships are strong and stress is minimized. In this kind of environment everyone – children, educators, other... Read more
Join us for this annual gathering of food security champions! This year, we are excited to gather with folks from across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Our theme is 'Nourishing Island Connections' and our priority areas include cultural safety, Indigenous foods, school food initiatives, youth engagement, rural and remote... Read more
SD 61, 62 & 63 Middle and Secondary Administrators, School Counsellors, Child and Youth Family Counsellors, as well as community partners are invited to an afternoon of reflection, learning and dialogue on substance use in our school communities. Please see website for more information or to register.
Staches and Lashes Collective presents: Runs In The Family, A Queer Variety Show For Everybody. It will be a full evening of inspiring, hilarious, moving, and identity-celebrating performances!
Two Spirits, One Heart, One Mind, One Nation Conference for Aboriginal Youth ages 12-24
Join us for a unique gathering that will engage your mind and touch your heart. Heart-Mind 2018: Take Care of Yourself explores how self-compassion and being kind to ourselves improves our well-being, and makes it possible for us to be more present and caring for the children and adults in our... Read more
For more information please contact Linda Tate mailto:ljtate@sd61.bc.ca
On February 28, 2018, we encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying.
Ideafest is UVic’s week-long festival of research, art and innovation, running from March 5–10, 2018. This year’s festival features over 40 outstanding events on topics ranging from climate change and chamber music to Indigenous law and antibiotic resistance. All events are free and open to the public.
Mental health concerns affect at least one in five children and youth.
Stigma Free Society presenter, Robyn Thomas, begins her presentation with a conversation about the stigma associated with mental illness and challenges specific stereotypes and stigmatized images that come to mind when we discuss mental heath. The audience has an opportunity to gain awareness about their own perceptions and how that impacts others.
Recent advances in research expands our understanding of trauma and its impact on a child's functioning in almost every aspect of their lives. We also know that traumatized children who get the support they need are more likely to recover from these painful experiences.
With spring is almost upon us, it is time to start planting Victoria High School's learning farm. Join us on Monday, April 9th at 10am for the official launch, ribbon cutting ceremony and the first planting of crops. About the Project: Students from Vic High will have the opportunity to... Read more
In this Video, Dr. Evelyn Stewart, will give a broad overview on the signs of OCD and treatment. In addition, Bruce and Leanne MacKenzie (Parents) will share their story of their teenage son’s journey from diagnosis to remission and discuss ways they provided support for their son at home and... Read more
This will be a great opportunity to access Tools & Resources to support yourself and the ones you love. Youthspace.ca is a community of professionally-trained volunteers who are here to support you, whatever you are going through. Youth under 30 from across Canada are welcome in the live chat, which runs 6PM-midnight Pacific... Read more
This 9 part series explores Conflict Basics, Conflict Styles, Active Listening, Assertiveness, Boundaries, Managing Strong Emotions, and how Culture and Power impact conflict, giving you lots of insight and practice to expand the way you communicate. The spring series of Dialogue and Resolution Services’ Communicating through Conflict Training will begin May... Read more
With society heading in a direction of being constantly connected to technology, what do we need to know as parents to protect our kids and teach them responsible and appropriate use of technology? The parameters of rules and expectations that you put in place at home will undoubtedly guide their... Read more
This May 7th, in your home, school, workplace and/or community, start a conversation about the importance of taking care of ourselves – what does “taking care of me” Look Like, Sound Like and Feel Like. May 7th is about having caring conversations and making connections between children, youth and caring... Read more
The purpose of the conference is to create opportunities for open, respectful, and meaningful conversations between different segments of society to inspire change at both the individual and community level. The goal of the day is to collaborate with educators, community partners, and the public at large to foster opportunities... Read more
Topics covered in the four-week education and support group for parents Understanding the reasons kids self-injure Exploration of social trends affecting youth today that contribute to this issue Recognizing the difference and relationship between self-injury and suicide Becoming more familiar with helpful ways to respond to selfinjury Exploring community resources... Read more
