Spring Break closure
Please note we will be closed March 24-28, 2025. Our programs will resume on March 31st.
For families with babies up to 15 months.
- This playgroup is an opportunity to play and connect in a relaxed social setting.
- 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). Thank you.
Registration Info
- Parents MUST register in advance to attend. (Sorry, no drop-ins.) You can book up to 14 days in advance.
- Tuesdays from 12:30-2:00 p.m. (unless noted otherwise).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Email familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
Spring Break closure
Please note we will be closed March 24-28, 2025. Our programs will resume on March 31st.
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.
- 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). Thank you.
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 here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Email familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
Spring Break closure
Please note we will be closed March 24-28, 2025. Our programs will resume on March 31st.
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. (unless otherwise noted).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
Adults age 55+ are invited to enjoy 20% off regular-priced clothing every Tuesday and Wednesday.*
The Community Closet Thrift Store offers a great selection of apparel including accessories and footwear at a fraction of the price. We now also offer gift certificates!
New-to-you apparel is restocked daily – you’re sure to find a great deal whenever you stop by!
Our volunteer team will be available to help you out with your next fabulous find.
*Store hours are subject to change. When planning your visit, please don’t hesitate to call in advance to confirm current hours. Thanks for your kindness and understanding.
Phone: 250-388-7810
Location: #11-435 Simcoe St (mall entrance is in the nook past the Thrifty Foods garden section)
DYK?
The Community Closet Thrift Store is the social enterprise of the James Bay Community Closet. Funds raised through the store supports the Project which offers free access to social services for seniors, families & youth in need as well as low-cost or free programs for the wider community. Thank you for supporting your community!
📸 are representations of the type of apparel that could be found in the store. Enjoy an in-person visit to find out what’s currently in stock!
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.
Spring Break closure
Please note we will be closed March 24-28, 2025. Our programs will resume on March 31st.
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. (unless otherwise noted).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca
Each week features a different array of new-to-you apparel on sale. The store is restocked daily so you’re sure to find a great deal any time!
The Community Closet Thrift Store offers a great selection of clothing, accessories and footwear at a fraction of the price. We now also offer gift certificates!
Every week can be a long weekend when you kick it off with the Surprise Sale at the Community Closet.
Our volunteer team will be available to help you out with your next fabulous find. You’re sure to find a great deal whenever you stop by!
*Store hours are subject to change. When planning your visit, please don’t hesitate to call in advance to confirm current hours. Thanks for your kindness and understanding.
Phone: 250-388-7810
Location: #11-435 Simcoe St (mall entrance is in the nook past the Thrifty Foods garden section)
DYK?
The Community Closet Thrift Store is the social enterprise of the James Bay Community Project. Funds raised through the store supports the Project which offers free access to social services for seniors, families & youth in need as well as low-cost or free programs for the wider community.
📸 are representations of the type of apparel that could be found in the store. Enjoy an in-person visit to find out what’s currently in stock!
Fun and friendship 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. The program runs for 10 weeks.
WHEN
January 9 to March 13, 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
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*Please note we are located at 547 Michigan Street – not to be confused with our lovely neighbourhood friends at the James Bay Community School Centre on Oswego St which also offer community programs.
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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/
#JamesBayYYJ #VictoriaBC #SeniorActivities #SeniorLifestyle #MentalHeathMatters #SeniorSocialIsolationPrevention #SeniorLonlinessPrevention #YouAreNotAlone #ReachOut #StayInTouch
Spring Break closure
Please note we will be closed March 24-28, 2025. Our programs will resume on March 31st.
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. (unless otherwise noted).
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Register here: JBCP Family Resource Centre Programs
Questions?
Please contact us at: familyprograms@jbcp.bc.ca