Victoria Disability Resource Centre

03/06/2026

The All-Abilities Open Mic Coffee House sessions begin this Saturday! Put on by West Coast Reach Association , in association with Garth Homer Society and The Victoria Foundation, each session features guest performances, open mic opportunities for all abilities, karaoke and sing-alongs! Admission is free or by donation and refreshments will be on sale!

This Saturday, March 7th will feature a performance by the Ging Wu West Lion Dancers.

FIRST AND THIRD SATURDAYS OF EACH MONTH
March 7 and 21, April 4 and 18, May 2 and 16, and June 6 and 20.
TIMES: Open Mic from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Doors at 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Former SJ Willis School Building, 923 Topaz (off Gillie Place).

For more info or if you have any questions, contact westcoastreach@gmail.com.

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03/05/2026

A quick update on our Disability Inclusion & Awareness Training on March 24 — we already have a few registrations!

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is a good time to sign up. The session is limited to eight participants to keep the conversation small, informal, and interactive.

For years, our Disability Inclusion & Awareness Training has been booked by employers for their staff. Lately, we’ve had many people ask, “Can I attend on my own?” The answer is yes! We’re hosting a special in-person session at our office for individuals who want to learn, ask questions, and...

03/04/2026

Interested in playing some fun video games with friends? Wa-hoo!

The first Friday of every month, from 2:30pm to 4:00pm, we're hosting an Accessible Gaming Hangout! We'll be featuring a variety of Nintendo Switch games that can be played with two or more players! Many of these games also have some really neat accessibility features!

The game line-up includes:
-Super Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: classic racing fun for up to four players, with steering wheel controllers!
-The Vale: Shadow of the Crown: an immersive role-playing game that is entirely
played through audio cues, ideal for people who are blind!
-Super Mario Party: a competitive multiplayer with a large collection of fun mini games!
-Nintendo Switch Sports: a variety of sports, including bowling, basketball and more, with simple motion controls

If you would like to participate, please fill out the Google form at the link below and for any additional questions or concerns, please email peersupport@drcvictoria.com or call 250-595-0044 ext. 112.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAcmC0BUmvCWJH3sCYfMaBzXcAhKv9YjRgJk2ViSR18ts3Rw/viewform

Image Description: poster advertising the Accessible Gaming Hangout, with images of the games and info, all featured in the above social media post.

02/23/2026

PEER Time (which stands for People Encouraging Each other Respectfully) is an online social group for persons with disabilities to connect with each other and share thoughts, experiences, knowledge and skills!

Our next session will be this Friday, February 27, at 2:00pm!

Please find below the Zoom links and other details that will enable you to access the group, either online or over the phone! If you require further assistance, please contact Hazel at peersupport@drcvictoria.com or 250-595-0044, extension 112

PEER Time group
Every month on the Fourth Fri,
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZcscOmrpjkoGdH6mUuaMK.../ics...
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83170382235...
Meeting ID: 831 7038 2235
Passcode: 552099
Find your local number:https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcZCa4yUIy

Photo Description: A poster for the PEER Time group. All information within is also in accompanying social media post.

02/20/2026

We’re doing something new… and we’re excited about it.

Our Disability Inclusion & Awareness Training is usually booked by employers for their teams. But we’ve had many people ask if they can attend on their own — so we’re opening up a special session just for individuals.

📍 817A Fort Street, Victoria
🗓 Tuesday, March 24, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM (3 hours)
💲 $99 + 5% GST
☕ Light refreshments provided
👥 Limited to eight participants

This is not a lecture. It’s an interactive, small-group conversation led by trainers with lived experience of disability. We talk about disability, unconscious bias, inclusive language, accessibility, and how to feel more confident and comfortable in everyday situations.

There is plenty of time for questions. Curiosity is welcome.

Want to join us?

Learn more and register here:
https://drcvictoria.com/news-events/disability-inclusion-awareness-training-an-interactive-evening-session-for-individuals/

We’d love to see you there.

For years, our Disability Inclusion & Awareness Training has been booked by employers for their staff. Lately, we’ve had many people ask, “Can I attend on my own?” The answer is yes! We’re hosting a special in-person session at our office for individuals who want to learn, ask questions, and...

02/10/2026

PEER Time (which stands for People Encouraging Each other Respectfully) is an online social group for persons with disabilities to connect with each other and share thoughts, experiences, knowledge and skills!

Our next session will be this Friday, February 13, at 2:00pm!

In anticipation of this week's PEER Time and all future sessions every second and fourth Fridays of every month, please find below the Zoom links and other details that will enable you to access the group, either online or over the phone! If you require further assistance, please contact Hazel at peersupport@drcvictoria.com or 250-595-0044, extension 112

Topic: PEER Time group
Time: Feb 13, 2026 02:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Every month on the Second Fri, 36 occurrence(s)
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZYrfuypqDMtG9HHtSiA4k.../ics...
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82695168715...
Meeting ID: 826 9516 8715
Passcode: 423729

Topic: PEER Time group
Every month on the Fourth Fri, 36 occurrence(s)
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZcscOmrpjkoGdH6mUuaMK.../ics...
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83170382235...
Meeting ID: 831 7038 2235
Passcode: 552099
Find your local number:https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcZCa4yUIy

Photo Description: A poster for the PEER Time group. All information within is also in accompanying social media post.

02/04/2026

Just a reminder that today's PWD Info Session has been cancelled. Check out the post below for further details.

ORIGINAL POST:

The PWD Info Sessions for today (Wednesday, January 28th) and next week (Wednesday, February 4th) have been cancelled. Our next scheduled Info Session will be Wednesday, February 11th at 2:30pm. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

For a recording of the PWD Info Session, please refer to the VDRC YouTube page at the following link: https://youtu.be/63wCqajMHU0

Image Description: graphic that announces the Info Session cancellation. All info contained within is in the attached social media post

02/04/2026

Just a reminder that today's PWD Info Session has been cancelled. Check out the post below for further details.

The PWD Info Sessions for today (Wednesday, January 28th) and next week (Wednesday, February 4th) have been cancelled. Our next scheduled Info Session will be Wednesday, February 11th at 2:30pm. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

For a recording of the PWD Info Session, please refer to the VDRC YouTube page at the following link: https://youtu.be/63wCqajMHU0

Image Description: graphic that announces the Info Session cancellation. All info contained within is in the attached social media post

01/30/2026

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01/28/2026

The PWD Info Sessions for today (Wednesday, January 28th) and next week (Wednesday, February 4th) have been cancelled. Our next scheduled Info Session will be Wednesday, February 11th at 2:30pm. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

For a recording of the PWD Info Session, please refer to the VDRC YouTube page at the following link: https://youtu.be/63wCqajMHU0

Image Description: graphic that announces the Info Session cancellation. All info contained within is in the attached social media post

01/27/2026

Today, we had the privilege of hosting a Disability Inclusion & Awareness Training for several members of Victoria’s event and service-oriented community, led by Aran from the Victoria Disability Resource Centre.

This workshop brought together attendees from a wide range of event and service-oriented organizations across Victoria, creating space for shared learning and thoughtful conversation across sectors.

This session wasn’t about getting everything “right” or being afraid of saying the wrong thing. It was about awareness, curiosity, and connection. About asking questions, listening with care, and understanding how small shifts in language and perspective can help everyone feel more welcome.

One idea that really stayed with us came from an attendee who shared the difference between calling out and calling in.
Calling in invites us to pause, look inward, and choose calm, kind communication as we learn together. It creates space for growth rather than fear, and helps build the kind of community where everyone belongs.

This is the first of several workshops GVFS plans to host throughout the year, with the goal of bringing community event planners and service providers together to help make Victoria one of the most inclusive, welcoming, and safety-conscious event communities in British Columbia.

A heartfelt thank you to Aran and the Victoria Disability Resource Centre for sharing their knowledge so generously, and to Dodds Furniture for graciously donating their space so we could gather, learn, and reflect together.

Inclusion isn’t about knowing everything.
It’s about being open, thoughtful, and willing to learn together as a community. 🤍

01/20/2026

In anticipation of this Friday's PEER Time and all future sessions every second and fourth Fridays of every month, please find below the Zoom links and other details that will enable you to access the group, either online or over the phone! If you require further assistance, please contact Hazel at peersupport@drcvictoria.com or 250-595-0044, extension 112

Topic: PEER Time group
Time: Jan 23, 2026 02:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Every month on the Fourth Fri, 36 occurrence(s)
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZcscOmrpjkoGdH6mUuaMKBROlptV1opPApg/ics?icsToken=DHQqun-fDDylaaV77AAALAAAAIBs0tbQqMExw8xJb-KfJr1yp9EJgv7ZWdbBHooCr8QBF36RGKTSA3V08s4uwfbXwcXb7CyNmQ7OU8XNmzAwMDAwMQ
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83170382235?pwd=R3Pvh4yuOex1iaSftECjpRR1Wtk1Xc.1
Meeting ID: 831 7038 2235
Passcode: 552099

Topic: PEER Time group
Time: Feb 13, 2026 02:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Every month on the Second Fri, 36 occurrence(s)
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZYrfuypqDMtG9HHtSiA4kB0RIhveb1kWFH6/ics?icsToken=DLkwcleIsKBDGW2UJgAALAAAADapfkfM9nc765fVrgxdYWdMvz0N3kmeGFfk3s6OdCGe9WQHjA5ksvycKT2fKLWW5R7EDcQ0sKIrHny3yDAwMDAwMQ
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82695168715?pwd=23Lx3O78Ivu7alXUSFjIZtflFBtMgI.1
Meeting ID: 826 9516 8715
Passcode: 423729

Find your local number:https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcZCa4yUIy

Photo Description: A poster for the PEER Time group. All information within is also in accompanying social media post.