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SUMMARY:EAT | CONNECT | INFLUENCE - A Light in the Dark\, Youth Gathering (For ages 16-21)
DESCRIPTION:Discovering the Healing Powers of Youth-Led Influence & Advocacy \n\n\n\nJoin us from 12:00-3:30 PM\, Sunday\, May 26th at the Fort Tectoria Rocket Lounge for this youth gathering and discover your extraordinary potential to make a real difference with your peers and in your community while finding healing in the process. \n\n\n\n\nEat great food\, have fun\, and connect with other youth in safe and funky downtown tech space\n\n\n\nParticipate in interactive discussion about what loss and grief is\, the impacts on young people and coping strategies.\n\n\n\nLearn how you can be a supportive and empathetic friend to someone experiencing loss\n\n\n\nDiscover how talking openly about grief\, amplifying your voice and youth-advocacy can help process grief and contribute to healing.\n\n\n\nYouth who produce and share a video at the event will also receive a letter confirming volunteer time.\n\n\n\n\nWe are so excited for you to join us.  \n\n\n\nRegister HERE. Space is limited so please sign up as soon as possible. 
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/eat-connect-influence-a-light-in-the-dark-youth-gathering-for-ages-16-21/
LOCATION:Fort Tectoria Rocket Lounge\, 777 Fort St\, Victoria\, V8W 1H2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T130000
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SUMMARY:Gonzales Beach Cleanup - Surfrider Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first ‘Hold on to your Butt’ Cleanup of the year\, being held by the Surfrider Foundation South Vancouver Island! We will be doing a shoreline cleanup as well as a focus on cigarette butts along the Galloping Goose walking path. All the debris is sorted\, recycled and disposed of properly by our fabulous partners at Atlas Junk Removal. \n\n\n\nJoin us for our first ‘Hold on to your Butt’ Cleanup of the year\, being held by the Surfrider Foundation South Vancouver Island! We will be doing a shoreline cleanup as well as a focus on cigarette butts along the Galloping Goose walking path. All the debris is sorted\, recycled and disposed of properly by our fabulous partners at Atlas Junk Removal. \n\n\n\nPlease fill out the waiver here: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/e/gREKDPeyUpA5EsyA4cwM2U/  \n\n\n\nWhat you need to know:\n\n\n\n\nWe have a limited amount of reusable gloves\, buckets\, and bags for volunteers to use on a first come\, first served basis. We always encourage you to bring your own if you have!\n\n\n\nWe clean rain or shine\, so please dress for the weather!\n\n\n\nWith the help of our fabulous partners\, we usually have coffee/hot chocolate and snacks provided. Please bring your own mug if you’d like to enjoy!\n\n\n\nAvoid the line and help us get started on time by signing the waiver here ahead of time.\n\n\n\n\nSurfrider Foundation South Vancouver Island is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the ocean\, beaches\, and waves\, for all people\, through a powerful activist network. Volunteering at the monthly cleanups is the best way to help raise public \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Vinny Awasthi at vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/gonzales-beach-cleanup-surfrider-foundation/
LOCATION:Gonzales Beach\, Gonzales Bay\, Victoria\, V8S 2G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054752
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SUMMARY:Quadra Village Day
DESCRIPTION:Quadra Village Day is an exciting\, annual community building celebration in the Quadra Village neighbourhood. There will be a free pancake breakfast\, snacks\, live music\, dances\, inflatables\, children’s activities\, workshops\, and more! \n\n\n\nHere are the details for volunteering:  \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, May 11th\, 2024 \n\n\n\nEvent Time: 9:30am – 1pm (Please note: Volunteer timings may differ depending on your shift) \n\n\n\nLocation: 901 Kings Road (Quadra Village Community Centre) \n\n\n\nThere are multiple shifts available. An example –  \n\n\n\nShift #1- 7:30-9:30am: set up;  \n\n\n\nShift #2 –  9-11:30am: barricades \n\n\n\n9-11:30am: parking lot attendant \n\n\n\n9:30-11:30am: recycling/compost \n\n\n\n9:30-11:30am: relay races \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvery volunteer will be provided a t-shirt to wear at the event.  \n\n\n\nVolunteer Wrap Up Party: \n\n\n\nAll volunteers are invited to our Quadra Village Day Wrap Up Party! This is a way for us to say thank you to YOU! and the amazing work our volunteers do to make this event happen. Details are still to come but there will be light refreshments\, snacks\, and prizes 😊 \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Vinny Awasthi at vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/quadra-village-day/
LOCATION:Quadra Village Community Centre\, 901 Kings Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T160000
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SUMMARY:Family Sport & Recreation Festival\, presented by TD (ages 15 - 29).
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday May 4th to help PISE (Pacific Institute for Sport Education) run their amazing Family Sport and Recreation Festival. \n\n\n\nDuties include volunteering at the parking lot\, VIP food area\, indoor and outdoor support\, set up and take down.  \n\n\n\nAn orientation will be provided prior to the event towards the end of April.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/family-sport-recreation-festival-presented-by-td/
LOCATION:Camosun College\, Interurban Campus\, 4371 Interurban Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, V9E 2C5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054752
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UID:11635-1714287600-1714305600@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Times Colonist TC10K *18 people for COURSE | MARSHALS |  ZONE 1a- YATES * (14+)
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers provide directional & cheerleading support along course\, Zone 1. This is a static position which means you will not be asked to run. Volunteer in pairs.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/times-colonist-tc10k-18-people-for-course-marshals-zone-1a-yates/
LOCATION:TBD\, Yates Street\, Victoria\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T090000
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SUMMARY:Times Colonist TC10K *4 people for COURSE | PACERS | WAVE 2* (14+)
DESCRIPTION:For all you runners out there! \n\n\n\nMaintain a 9-minute-per-kilometer pace at the back of Wave 2\, communicating with participants to ensure adherence to the pace until Cook Street\, while also informing police officers at intersections along Yates of your position as the last runner in the wave\, identifiable by distinctive gear. Race Start Time 8:15am.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/times-colonist-tc10k-4-people-for-course-pacers-wave-2-14/
LOCATION:Cook Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T080000
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SUMMARY:Times Colonist TC10K *4 people for COURSE | PACERS | WAVE 1* (14+)
DESCRIPTION:For all you runners out there! \n\n\n\nMaintain a 5-minute-per-kilometer pace at the back of Wave 1\, communicating with participants to ensure adherence to the pace until Cook Street\, while also informing police officers at intersections along Yates of your position as the last runner in the wave\, identifiable by distinctive gear. Race Start Time 7:55am
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/times-colonist-tc10k-4-people-for-course-pacers-wave-1-14/
LOCATION:Cook Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054752
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UID:11494-1713456000-1713463200@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Focus Group on Volunteerism for ICA Youth Group Only(Ages 15 - 29)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation on volunteerism and what changes you would like to see to improve representation\, engagement\, and accessibility for ALL youth.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/focus-group-on-volunteerism-ages-15-29/
LOCATION:Brereton Room<br>Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre\, 2275 Quadra St\, Victoria\, V8T 4C4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria":MAILTO:vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054752
CREATED:20240410T183430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T183431Z
UID:11706-1713452400-1713466800@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Esquimalt Volunteer Recruitment Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun at the Esquimalt Volunteer Recruitment Fair April 18\, 2024\, 3-7PM Esquimalt Rec Centre \n\n\n\nEsquimalt Volunteer Recruitment Fair 2024 is a great opportunity for youth volunteers to connect with some local organizations.  \n\n\n\nAre you passionate about making a difference in your community but don’t know where to start? Do you want to be part of a team dedicated to creating positive change? Look no further!  \n\n\n\nFind 25+ local volunteer organizations under one roof on April 18. Meet a wide range of community groups and mingle with like-minded people.  \n\n\n\nWhy volunteer? \n\n\n\n*Make a real difference in the lives of others \n\n\n\n*Gain valuable skills and experiences \n\n\n\n*Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion \n\n\n\n*Be part of something bigger than yourself Volunteer groups are invaluable to the Esquimalt community.  \n\n\n\nThey are often looking for dedicated volunteers to join their team. Whether you’re interested in event planning\, community outreach\, fundraising\, or something else entirely\, there’s a place for you. Free admission; don’t forget to enter for door prizes!
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/esquimalt-volunteer-recruitment-fair/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Rec Centre\, Jubilee Hall\, 527 Fraser St\, Victoria\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T183000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240405T075051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T075052Z
UID:11688-1712849400-1712860200@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Youth-Led Panel Discussions at UVic
DESCRIPTION:The Youth-Led Panel Discussions are hosted as part of the Youth Voice Project.  \n\n\n\nThe upcoming Youth-Led Panel Discussions will serve as a great opportunity for youth- and family-serving organizations to learn from youth in the community.  \n\n\n\n\n3:00pm – Check-in\n\n\n\n3:30pm – Welcome Address\n\n\n\n3:40pm – Panel “Youth Perspectives on Transition to Workforce”\n\n\n\n4:55pm – Break\n\n\n\n5:10pm – Panel “Youth Perspectives on Youth-Led Social Movements”\n\n\n\n6:20pm – Closing Remarks\n\n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served. Please advise if you require allergy or dietary accommodations. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in attending\, please register through the following link by April 8th\, 2024: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/YouthLedPanelDiscussionsApr11
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/youth-led-panel-discussions-at-uvic/
LOCATION:Upper Lounge\, Student Union Building\, University of Victoria\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240405T055840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T060039Z
UID:11680-1712401200-1712415600@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Official Community Plan Open House at Victoria City Hall Antechamber (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:Attend the in-person Open House at City Hall antechamber to learn more about the Official Community Plan (OCP)\, provide your input and ask your questions to City staff. More information on OCP: https://engage.victoria.ca/ocp \n\n\n\nReminder: Victoria City Hall is a scent-free zone. The presence of perfumes and other scented products may affect a person’s comfort and for some people\, scented products may present a health hazard. Please be considerate to others and avoid the use of scented products when visiting City Hall.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/11680/
LOCATION:City Hall\, 1 Centennial Square\, Victoria\, V8W 1P6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240314T222853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T222854Z
UID:11583-1712255400-1712260800@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Haunted Manor: Mini Golf (For March 14 Focus Group participants ONLY)
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for sharing your thoughts at our Focus Group! To express our gratitude\, you are invited to a Mini Golf event. FREE!
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/haunted-manor-mini-golf-for-march-14-focus-group-participants-only/
LOCATION:Haunted Manor: Mini-Golf + Ping Pong Lounge\, 711 Yates St\, Victoria\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240403T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T235959
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240325T214455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T214456Z
UID:11628-1712102400-1715471999@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Annual Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival (ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival is in its 97th year and it requires many volunteers. The Festival takes place from April 3rd to May 11th with adjudicated sessions and Highlights Concerts in several venues around the city. Adjudicated sessions will take place during morning\, afternoon and some evenings. There will be performances in Dance\, Vocal and Instrumental disciplines and the performers range from Elementary School age\, through the teens\, to some adults. \n\n\n\nDo you have the time or are you interested in either cashiering or acting as an adjudicator’s assistant?Please help us with this important opportunity for our local music students to showcase their talents and possibly gain the chance to compete in the 2024 Provincial or National Festivals. There are some sections that could use a small group of volunteers (probably 4 or 5) to help with the Choral\, Band\, Orchestra\, or School Dance sections.  These require volunteers to usher performers to the stage from warmup rooms\, as well as act as Cashiers and an Adjudicator’s Secretary. WThere are opportunities for single volunteers for cash and Secretary at sessions involving solo performers in Instrumental\, Voice and Studio Dance. Studio Dance volunteers need to have a criminal record check to work backstage.  \n\n\n\nSessions take place in morning\, afternoon or evening\, weekdays and weekends\, depending on how many participants have registered and whether they are junior or senior levels. \n\n\n\nDo you want to volunteer individually? Please contact Liz Willis\, Unit 8\, by phone at 250-385-6860 or by email at howard.liz@shaw.ca.   
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/annual-greater-victoria-performing-arts-festival-ages-15-29/
LOCATION:1538 Cedar Hill Cross Rd\, 1538 Cedar Hill Cross Rd\, Victoria\, V8V 4Z9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240310T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240310T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240219T085225Z
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UID:11466-1710066600-1710077400@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Victoria x Dakini Tidal Wilds Workshop (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:Join marine biologist Amanda Swinimer to discover local seaweed species and learn about their edibility\, health properties. \n\n\n\nAlthough Amanda loves being out in the ocean among the kelp\, she is equally passionate about teaching people about our local seaweeds and the enormous health benefits they possess. Amanda has years of experience teaching to a very diverse audience. She has taught in both elementary and high schools\, at the University of Victoria\, Royal Roads University\, Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre and to private groups. Amanda holds a Bachelor of Science degree with an advanced major in Marine Biology and a minor in Oceanography from Dalhousie University.  \n\n\n\nLearn: \n\n\n\n\nTo identify local seaweeds\n\n\n\nThe health benefits of seaweed\n\n\n\nHow to cook with seaweed\n\n\n\nSeaweed biology\n\n\n\nSeaweed & skin absorption
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/volunteer-victoria-x-dakini-tidal-wilds-workshop-ages-15-29/
LOCATION:Volunteer Victoria Office\, 602-620 View St\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8T 0C2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria Mental Health Program":MAILTO:julia@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240309T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240219T084843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T085245Z
UID:11461-1709974800-1709991000@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Learn about Victoria's Watersheds! (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:Join Volunteer Victoria & the CRD to learn more about Watersheds. This is a field trip that will leave Victoria\, and head up towards Shawnigan. We will be on a bus\, and snacks will be provided. We will have the opportunity to get off the bus and walk around while having hands-on learning opportunities.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/learn-about-victorias-watersheds/
LOCATION:Volunteer Victoria Office\, 620 View Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria Mental Health Program":MAILTO:julia@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240229T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240229T064150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T064456Z
UID:11542-1709233200-1709238600@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Emergency Preparedness Workshop (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:In this free VictoriaReady workshop held by the City of Victoria\, you will learn how to prepare for emergencies\, make a plan\, get your kit together and connect with your neighbours. Depending on the type of emergency\, you and your family should be able to cope a minimum of seven days without outside assistance.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/emergency-preparedness-workship/
LOCATION:Third floor of Firehall #1 at 1025 Johnson Street\, 1025 Johnson St\, Victoria\, V8V 3N7\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Victoria":MAILTO:EMVIC@victoria.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240217T072715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T062120Z
UID:11445-1709146800-1709150400@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Talk from Jeffrey with Global Activators (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:Are you aged 16-24\, passionate about protecting our living planet\, wanting to take effective action\, and make friends across the world? If yes\, Global Activators wants you to join them! \n\n\n\nGlobal Activators is a charitable organization with the mission of protecting life on Earth. They aim to both secure biological diversity (i.e. the variety of living species on our planet) and advance the solutions to the climate crisis. Of course these global problems are huge\, and individual actions like recycling can sometimes feel futile\, but there is transformative power when we join together in large numbers with a focused goal. \n\n\n\nTheir youth gatherings and advocacy campaigns provide you with the training\, structure\, and support to help maximize your impact for positive change. They are building a massive global alliance to protect our planet that spans cultures\, generations\, political identities\, and national borders — and it’s all being powered by young people! \n\n\n\nThe planet’s forests have a very important function in stabilizing the global climate\, provide the home to countless creatures\, and are the repository of much of the Earth’s fresh water. Protecting and restoring forests is essential for combating the climate emergency and the biodiversity crisis. They believe young people will take a decisive role in making this happen. The time is now.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/talk-from-jeffrey-with-global-activators/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Gorge Pavilion\, 1070 Tillicum Rd\, Esquimalt\, British Columbia\, V9A 2A1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240219T084335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T085509Z
UID:11453-1708855200-1708860600@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Eco-Anxiety Creek Restoration (Ages 15 - 29)
DESCRIPTION:Join Volunteer Victoria\, the CRD & Friends of Bower Creek Society to learn more about Victoria’s local environment. The team will walk you through what our eco-systems look like\, how they work within the city\, and encourage you to help with some restoration. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure you bring clothes that are able to get dirty. The rest will be provided!
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/eco-anxiety-creek-restoration/
LOCATION:Bee Street\, Bee St\, Oak Bay\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria Mental Health Program":MAILTO:julia@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240207T063557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T211610Z
UID:11377-1708788600-1708801200@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Coldest Night of the Year Walk (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt\, hunger\, and homelessness. Let’s walk together! \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring\n\n\n\n\n A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)\n\n\n\n Good waterproof shoes/boots for walking\n\n\n\n Warm coat and mitts/gloves\n\n\n\n Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities\n\n\n\n Your own water bottle\n\n\n\n A passion for the charity you’re walking and fundraising for!\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in + Welcome\n\n\n\n 5:00 pm: Move Send-off\n\n\n\n 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served\n\n\n\n 7:00 pm: Mosey Goodbye + see you in 2025!
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/coldest-night-of-the-year-walk/
LOCATION:City Hall\, 1 Centennial Square\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1P6\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria":MAILTO:vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240216T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240219T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240207T062613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T044154Z
UID:11371-1708101000-1708378200@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Arts FEST (Ages 19+)
DESCRIPTION:There will be an orientation on Google Meet soon (Date and time\, TBD). \n\n\n\nAs a volunteer\, you get some perks! These include: – A comp ticket to the After Dark party.  \n\n\n\n– Discounts at some food vendors.   \n\n\n\n– Admittance to volunteer and staff appreciation event after the festival.  \n\n\n\nThe Winter Arts Hub serves as a gathering spot to foster community through the celebration of art. Sample local food vendors and explore artisan booths\, all while enjoying a scheduled program featuring captivating live entertainment.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/winter-arts-fest-ages-19-29-2/
LOCATION:Herald Street Brew Works + Circularity Boutique (parking lot)\, 506 Herald Street + 1807 Store Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria":MAILTO:vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
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SUMMARY:Happy Pals Day! (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:Pals Day is a celebration of friendship. It’s about expressing our appreciation for our friends in a range of ways\, from cards and gifts to activities\, or just hanging out. It’s about being with your pals and enjoying their company. \n\n\n\nCelebrate at our Downtown office with the following: \n\n\n\n\nPaint by Numbers\n\n\n\nViewing of Shrek\n\n\n\nJigsaw Puzzles\n\n\n\nWriting heartfelt letters to seniors experiencing isolation and loneliness\n\n\n\n\nFOOD: \n\n\n\n\nPopcorn\n\n\n\nChips\n\n\n\nPizza\n\n\n\nHot chocolate\n\n\n\nBrownies\n\n\n\nIce Cream
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/happy-pals-day-ages-15-29/
LOCATION:Volunteer Victoria Office\, 602-620 View St\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8T 0C2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria":MAILTO:vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240211T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240211T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240209T205944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T210053Z
UID:11405-1707661800-1707665400@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:'The Awakening of the Dragon and Lion' Dance (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:Come watch the very first ‘Awakening of the Dragon and Lion’ dance being held in Esquimalt! Volunteer Victoria youth programmers will be present so that it can be a shared experience for youth hoping to celebrate the Lunar New Year and explore the beauty of another culture 🙂  \n\n\n\nOrigin of lion danceThe lion dance dates back to 3rd century BC. There are many myths of how lions and lion dance originated. The lion is not a native animal of China. One myth is also the origin of the lunar New Year celebration. There was a monster named “nian” (year) that came to the village once a year to eat the harvest and the people. The villagers always fled to the mountains to avoid being eaten by “nian.” One year a lion showed up and chased away the monster however in the following year the lion wasn’t there. The villagers made a lion costume and had two people wear it to scare away “nian\,” in addition to the lion the villagers wore red and played loud drums and set off firecrackers\, since “nian” didn’t like any of these either this is why the lunar new year is celebrated with all these aspects. The lion eats lettuce which is known as Saang choy in Cantonese\, if it eats lettuce the act is said to symbolize spreading wealth and prosperity\, being hit with the lettuce it spits out is considered lucky. The Lion Dance is a Chinese folk tradition and an important part of traditional kung fu schools. It is an essential part of Chinese holidays as well as important functions such as weddings and business openings. Lion dancing is performed at such events to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune\, happiness and prosperity.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/the-awakening-of-the-dragon-and-lion-dance-ages-15-29/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Town Square\, 503 Park Pl\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria":MAILTO:vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240208T230435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T205230Z
UID:11390-1707649200-1707656400@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Selkirk Waterway + Galloping Goose Beach Cleanup (Ages 15-29)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first ‘Hold on to your Butt’ Cleanup of the year\, being held by the Surfrider Foundation South Vancouver Island! We will be doing a shoreline cleanup as well as a focus on cigarette butts along the Galloping Goose walking path. All the debris is sorted\, recycled and disposed of properly by our fabulous partners at Atlas Junk Removal. \n\n\n\nPlease fill out the waiver here: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/e/4khJAg7N6V7Tkv5F7hXj8Z/  \n\n\n\nWhat you need to know:\n\n\n\n\nWe have a limited amount of reusable gloves\, buckets\, and bags for volunteers to use on a first come\, first served basis. We always encourage you to bring your own if you have!\n\n\n\nWe clean rain or shine\, so please dress for the weather!\n\n\n\nWith the help of our fabulous partners\, we usually have coffee/hot chocolate and snacks provided. Please bring your own mug if you’d like to enjoy!\n\n\n\nAvoid the line and help us get started on time by signing the waiver here ahead of time.\n\n\n\n\nSurfrider Foundation South Vancouver Island is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the ocean\, beaches\, and waves\, for all people\, through a powerful activist network. Volunteering at the monthly cleanups is the best way to help raise public awareness of the increasing amount of marine debris on our BC coast.
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/selkirk-waterway-galloping-goose-beach-cleanup/
LOCATION:Railyards side of Selkirk Trestle\, 1135 Arthur Currie Ln\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V9A 7H3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria":MAILTO:vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240131T025027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T025028Z
UID:11300-1707562800-1707577200@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Soup's On! Soroptomist International
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a delicious bowl of soup\, poured into unique handcrafted bowls in support of programs for women & girls! It will be a delightful afternoon filled with mouthwatering soups\, good company\, and a cozy atmosphere. \n\n\n\nThis unique fundraiser invites the community to come together and enjoy an unlimited soup and bread meal prepared by some of Victoria’s finest chefs\, including Chef Jonathan Bull of Bull & Son’s Delicatessen\, Thomas Yesdresyski from the Sooke Shelter Society\, and Sam Benedetto\, chef at Royal Colwood Golf Club. Attendees will be selecting their favourite handcrafted bowl and then will fill it with a variety of soups prepared by our talented local chefs\, each with their own unique twist. From creamy classics to exotic flavors\, there’s something for every soup lover whether they prefer a hearty bowl or a lighter option. \n\n\n\nThis event is the perfect opportunity to serve the community\, enjoy delicious food\, and warm up on a chilly winter day. So\, mark your calendars and volunteer with us at Soup’s On!
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/soups-on-soroptomist-international/
LOCATION:Royal Bay Secondary School\, 3500 Ryder Hesjedal Way\, Victoria\, V9C 0J6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T054753
CREATED:20240131T000321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T214831Z
UID:11269-1706959800-1706972400@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
SUMMARY:SUPPLY Victoria Creative Reuse Centre (Ages 17+)
DESCRIPTION:PositionFabric Stars – Help\, sort\, measure\, and price fabric to keep it out of landfills for our creative community!Impact StatementSUPPLY Victoria diverts materials from the landfill to put into the hands of artists\, students\, and teachers in order to craft a more sustainable\, equitable & creative Victoria. SUPPLY redistributes used art\, office\, and school supplies through their Centre (open 4 days a week) and offers creative reuse education to youth & adults.  DescriptionFabric Stars is the role for you if you are: a) interested in learning more about fabrics and fiber arts or b) already know your way around a fabric store. In this role\, you will work to keep the notions and fabric stocked up\, priced\, and looking good in store. To determine which fabrics are natural fibers (like cotton\, silk and wool) and how they differ in feel from other synthetic fabrics use this video showing how to use a burn test to determine what kind of fabric you have.Training DetailsAll volunteers are required to:– Watch a mandatory 20-minute Volunteer Orientation video– Review the Volunteer Manual\, especially the role descriptions– Fill out a 2-minute Post Volunteer Orientation Quiz to test your orientation knowledge– Sign up for a shift using the Volunteer Schedule– You will receive a tour of the space during your first shiftTransportationOn a bus routeAccessibilityWheelchair accessible entrance\, Wheelchair accessible washroom\, Support volunteers with special needs\, Accessible work space. Newcomers and ESL students are welcome!Area(s) of InterestArts/Culture\, Retail Sales/Donations\, RecyclingSkill(s)Customer Service\, Interpersonal Communication\, Creative Thinking\, Adaptability\, Measuring
URL:https://volunteervictoria.bc.ca/event/supply-victoria-creative-reuse-centre/
LOCATION:750 Fairfield Rd\, 750 Fairfield Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Victoria":MAILTO:vinny@volunteervictoria.bc.ca
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