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The Transition Tool box is a series of short videos and resource lists designed to provide a brief overview of some helpful tips and resources that we have found useful for families and youth with disabilities who are transitioning from high school to adult life in the Victoria Area.
Videos and Resources:
A special thanks to the following people for their contributions:
Lori Frank, Lori Frank Mediation
Cindy Nikolic, CYSN
CYSN Staff Team
Patrick Jobe, CLBC
Jessica Humphrey, CLBC
Lee Dellabough, VIHA and SD 61
Tammy Ishikawa, VIHA and SD 63
Krista Nakatsuka, VIHA and SD 62
Rachel Skidmore, Family Support Institute
Jo-el Brooks, Second Wave
Justine Dooley, CLV
Lara Foster, CLV
Please note: the resource lists will be updated on a regular basis. If you have any other resources to share we would love to hear from you. Please contact familysupport@clvic.ca
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Social, Leisure & Community Access Resources
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Special Olympics BC - Victoria is the largest Local on Vancouver Island in terms of programs offered; this Local successfully runs 17 sport programs as well as two very well-attended youth programs.
For more information click
HERE
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Self Advocates for a Brighter Future
For more information click
HERE
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Where fans of D&D can play in a friendly environment with others who share the passion.
For more information click
HERE
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Community Mapping:
myCommunity BC is an online tool that engages citizens to share and celebrate the places in their community that are inclusive, value diversity, and are welcoming of everyone. It is is an online map built by citizens like you working together to strengthen opportunities for inclusion and connection in their communities.
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Our Vision: Thriving children, youth, and families engaged in the community.
Our Mission: To provide a safe, supportive place where children, youth, and families can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life.
For full list of Youth Programs Click
HERE
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Namaste Music started in Victoria 1996 by professional musician and music therapist Scott White.
Now, 20 years later, it has grown in to a large event that attracts hundreds of singers, dancers and an audience every week. Four professional musicians
(Calvin Cairns
,
Joey Smith
,
Don Leppard
and
Devon Macaferty
) play backup for anyone who is interested in going on stage and singing.
Every Friday morning at 10:30am - 11:30am
3895 Holland Ave, Victoria BC, V8Z 5K2
Phone: 250 744 2250 Fax: 250 744 5833
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Recreation Centre's
For a full list of recreation centre's in and around Victoria Click
HERE
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LIFE - Leisure Involvement for Everyone
The Leisure Involvement For Everyone (L.I.F.E.) program provides no to low cost recreation for individuals and families living on a low income. Regional Recreation Centre's are collecting information for the purposes of evaluating and improving the L.I.F.E. program. Please inquire and apply through your local centre. There are membership options available which can include free classes and 50% off programs.
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Wilderness School is a three-year, gender-inclusive program for youth. Monthly weekend trips and multi-day summer excursions lead participants up Vancouver Island's highest peaks, underground through Horne Lake's caves and into Tofino's waves with outdoor adventures like hiking, surfing, kayaking, camping and snowshoeing - and we encourage family to participate and share in the experience, too.
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For general BC transit accessibility information
Click HERE
For travel training, including
Low-Floor Buses Mobility Aid Orientation, and Community Travel Training
Click HERE
For a Transportation Supplement/BC Bus Pass for people receiving disability assistance
Click HERE
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 Click HERE for the Website
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Peer Support, Recreation, Volunteer Skills Development, Transportation, Art Abilities, Community Dances
Click
HERE for more Information
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Youth Advising Program
If you are between the ages of 15-29 Volunteer Victoria can help you:
- Explore how volunteering can be used to your benefit
- Use volunteering to reach your personal, professional, academic and career goals
- Learn more about the non-profit community
- Find (or create) a volunteer position(s)
- Develop your resume and prepare for an interviewNavigate through your volunteer journey
Our goal is to help youth succeed at volunteering and to provide the tools and support they need as they
explore their volunteering options. We can meet with youth one-on-one, in groups, in classrooms, and various community settings.
Click
HERE for more Information
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Community / Neighbourhood Centres
Lower Vancouver Island
Sooke
Neighbourhood House (No website) Address:
2145 Townsend Rd
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Please note, the CLV resources are for information purposes only. We do not necessarily endorse or recommend the services and programs listed outside of our agency services.
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