Oct
7
Tue
Chronic Conditions Workshop
Oct 7 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

Knowledge + Skills + Confidence = Chronic Conditions Workshop

In this *free* 6-session workshop for adults with one or multiple chronic conditions, you will learn:
 
  • How to better manage your health
  • Set goals and problem solve
  • Communicate effectively with your health care team
  • Take action and live a healthy life!
Workshop details
September 23 to October 28, 2025
Tuesdays
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Advance registration is required – please contact us at:
 
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca
#InvisibleIllness #YourHealthMatters #ButYouDontLookSick #chronicconditions #CareGivers #Wellness #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicPain

 

Baby Playgroup
Oct 7 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

For families with babies up to 15 months.

  • This playgroup is an opportunity to play and connect in a relaxed social setting.
  • Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren). Thank you.
  • Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
Registration Info
  • Parents MUST register in advance to attend. (Sorry, no drop-ins.)
  • Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
  • Tuesdays from 12:30-2:00 p.m.
  • Closed stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).

We look forward to seeing you soon! 

Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Email familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Soup & Play
Oct 7 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Open to all families in the neighbourhood with children up to 12 years of age.

  • Enjoy some soup and an opportunity to play and connect with other families. New families always welcome!
  • Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren). Thank you.
  • Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community. 
Registration Info
  • Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
  • Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
  • Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (unless noted otherwise).

We look forward to seeing you soon! 

Register hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Email familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Oct
8
Wed
Playgroup
Oct 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

For families with children from birth – 5 years. 

  • Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
  • Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
  • Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
  • Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
  • Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
  • Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).

We look forward to seeing you soon! 

Register hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Mother Goose
Oct 8 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Note: this fall session is currently full. Please get in touch with our Family Centre staff to be added to the waitlist for the next session. Contact info is below. Thank you!


For new parents with babies from birth to 12 months. Come and learn some songs, rhymes, and finger plays to play with your baby. A healthy snack is served for parents and babies.

WHEN
September 24 to November 26, 2025

DAY
Wednesdays

TIME
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION INFO
Free but parents must register to attend – sorry, no drop-ins.

Please contact our Family Resource Centre staff directly to register or if you have any questions at all. Thank you!

CONTACT INFO
Nancy Smith, Family Centre Coordinator

Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 313

Email: nsmith@jbcp.bc.ca

Coffee Club for 65+
Oct 8 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Capital City Volunteers hosts this weekly social for adults age 65 and older. The Coffee Club is currently full, however, occasionally a space may become available so please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Participants must be registered for a JBCP program or service to attend.

Questions?

For more info, please contact:

Joelle Rempel, CCV Outreach Worker

Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 310

Email: info@capitalcityvolunteers.org

P.S. Check out our other activities for seniors: https://jbcp.bc.ca/seniors/social-programs/


*Capital City Volunteers (CCV) & James Bay Community Project (JBCP) together are the lead agency for the Victoria Better at Home Program. CCV provides support to low-income seniors 65 years of age & older living independently in the City of Victoria (with the exception of James Bay), who have little or no support from family or friends.

JBCP is part of the Coalition of Neighbourhood Houses which offers a continuum of supports and services to children & youth, individuals, families & seniors across the capital region.

Neighbourhood houses ensure families and residents are able to access programs within their local neighbourhoods or nearby communities. Their programs and services reflect the specific needs of the communities they serve and are offered in accessible neighbourhood locations.

Oct
9
Thu
Playgroup
Oct 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

For families with children from birth – 5 years. 

  • Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
  • Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
  • Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
  • Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
  • Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
  • Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).

We look forward to seeing you soon! 

Register hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

Baby Group
Oct 9 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Note: this fall session is currently full. Please contact our Family Centre staff to be added to the waitlist for the next session. Thank you!


Connection and community for new parents and their babies up to six months old.

This is a free, informal discussion group with guest speakers on baby-related topics. This program runs for 8 weeks.

WHEN
September 25 to October 30, 2025

DAY
Thursdays

TIME
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION INFO
Parents must register to attend – sorry, no drop-ins.

Please contact our Family Resource Centre staff directly to register or if you have any questions at all. Thank you!

CONTACT INFO
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 312
Email: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca

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James Bay Community Project is part of the Coalition of Neighbourhood Houses which offer a continuum of supports & services to residents across the capital region. Neighbourhood houses ensure children & youth, individuals, families & seniors are able to access programs within their local neighbourhoods or nearby communities.
FMI about us visit our website: www.jbcp.bc.ca

#babygroup #parentingsupport #babyinfo #babyandmomgroup #babyanddadgroup #parentandbabygroup #communitybuilding #resilience #coalitionofneighbourhoodhousesYYJ #JamesBayYYJ #VictoriaBC Photo by BenMoses M. Image ID: a close-up of a sleeping baby in the arms of an adult. The baby rests its hand on the index finger of the adult who is holding them.

Seniors Connections
Oct 9 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Seniors Social Connections group meets weekly to share a light meal, social time including activities such as a speaker or games.

This group is a support to seniors who may be experiencing health concerns, isolation or depression, and seeks to encourage friendships and connections outside the group meeting times.

Between meetings, members can be telephoned by the facilitator or a program volunteer, if they request a reminder.

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Luncheon information

Advance registration required. Schedule subject to change – please get in touch for current schedule info.

Day: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.

Cost: Free; sliding scale donations welcome ($0 to $5).

Questions?

To register or for more information, please contact our outreach worker, Sharon Laurie at:

Phone: 250.388.7844 Ext. 318

Email: slaurie@jbcp.bc.ca

 

P.S. Check out our other activities for seniors: https://jbcp.bc.ca/seniors/social-programs/

Several white enamel bowls and mugs with dark blue rims, filled with a golden broth and assortment of bright healthy veggies.

#JamesBayYYJ #VictoriaBC #SeniorActivities #SeniorLifestyle #MentalHeathMatters #SeniorSocialIsolationPrevention #SeniorLonlinessPrevention #YouAreNotAlone #ReachOut #StayInTouch

Oct
10
Fri
Playgroup
Oct 10 @ 9:00 am – 11:15 am

For families with children from birth – 5 years. 

  • Please assess your child and yourself for symptoms of common cold, influenza, or Covid-19. If you, or your child has symptoms, please stay at home until you all feel better. Thank you for continuing to safeguard the health of everyone in our community.
  • Due to safety and group space restrictions, we are not able to accommodate daycare providers. Please note that the limit is one child besides your own child(ren).
Registration Info
  • Parents MUST register in advance to attend. Sorry, no drop-ins.
  • Families can register for up to two playgroups per week per family. You can book up to 14 days in advance.
  • Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
  • Closed on stat holidays or as noted otherwise (see dates above).

We look forward to seeing you soon! 

Register hereJBCP Family Resource Centre Programs

Questions?

Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca