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Youth Health & Cultural Ambassador Training
On November 16-17, VICCIR proudly hosted the Youth Health and Cultural Ambassador training at our center. The Youth HCA program is a...
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Nov 19, 20241 min read
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New Times Colonist Article
A new article about VICCIR and our work has appeared in the Times Colonist! https://www.timescolonist.com/life/vital-people-counselling-c...
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Aug 29, 20241 min read
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Sewing Class
These ladies made beautiful pieces, and none knew how to sew 3 weeks ago. Their pieces and creations will be available for sale at our...
VICCIR
Aug 29, 20241 min read
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Aug 25, 20241 min read
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Canadian Newcomers Information Session
On August 14, we had the pleasure of participating in the Canadian Newcomers Information Session at Gordon United Church. Our dedicated...
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Aug 20, 20241 min read
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VICCIR Receives Victoria Foundation Grant
We are pleased and grateful to announce that VICCIR was one of 252 local organizations that received a significant grant from Victoria...
VICCIR
Jul 12, 20241 min read
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Health Cultural Ambassador (HCA) Training Session
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, Lee McLeod led a training session on active listening skills to help VICCIR's Health Cultural Ambassadors...
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Jun 14, 20241 min read
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Ukrainian Newcomers - Kiwanis Village Visitation
Yesterday, June 12, 2024, our Health and Cultural Ambassadors, Practicum Student and Interpreter visited Kiwanis Village to connect with...
VICCIR
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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'Deconstruction in Counseling' Workshop
VICCIR's 'Deconstruction in Counseling' workshop, led by Jean Ellis, demonstrated how unraveling a client's established patterns can...
VICCIR
Jun 12, 20241 min read
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World Refugee Day - Victoria Events
World Refugee Day Victoria Events: Thursday, June 20th @ 12 noon โ Centennial Square โ Proclamation & Flag Raising Saturday, June 22nd:...
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Jun 10, 20241 min read
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Canada Helps - The Great Canadian Giving Challenge!
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Great Canadian Giving Challenge through Canada Helps, and it's bigger and better than ever!...
VICCIR
Jun 4, 20241 min read
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Sannich SD 63 - "ELL District Potluck"
VICCIR made an appearance at Lochside Elementary School on April 11th, 2024, as part of Saanich School District's "ELL District Potluck -...
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Apr 22, 20241 min read
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Welcome Day Celebration & Newcomer Expo
VICCIR appeared at the Welcome Day Celebration & Newcomer Expo on March 3rd, 2024.
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Apr 22, 20241 min read
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Support Group for Immigrant & Refugee Men
Thursday evenings: 6:30pm - 8pm; April 18 - June 27
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Apr 6, 20241 min read
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Taking Charge of Women's Safety
VICCIR's Registered Clinical Counsellor, Ana Pavon, participated in a recent panel discussion at Victoria City Hall titled "Taking Charge...
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Mar 18, 20241 min read
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The Welcoming City Strategy event at Victoria City Hall
Dr. Soraya Centeno, VICCIR clinician & supervisor, along with Dr. Azin Nasseri, VICCIR's Executive Director, gave a presentation at the...
VICCIR
Mar 18, 20241 min read
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Thank you to the Sovereign Order
What a great way to end the week! On Friday we welcomed Maria Dominelli from the Victoria Commandery of the Sovereign Order of St John of...
VICCIR
Dec 17, 20231 min read
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Ambassadors in the News
This article appeared in the Victoria News on November 29 2023. To read the article in full, follow this link. Tackling stigmaโ Victoria...
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Nov 29, 20232 min read
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Nov 12, 20230 min read
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Adrienne Carter on Chek News
This interview with Adrienne Carter featured on Chek News on October 18 2023. Link to original interview. Victoria senior talks about...
VICCIR
Nov 12, 20231 min read
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