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SUMMARY:Art Therapy
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help you explore and express your emotions through creativity in a safe and supportive environment. The 8-week Art Therapy workshop is a drop-in group that is open to all skill levels. There will be a new theme explored each week with the guidance from Amélie Blanchard\, a Registered Art Therapist and Pauline Goh\, Clinical Counsellor. \nDates: Fridays from January 17 to March 7\, 2025 \nTime: 10am – 12pm \nInterested? REGISTER: workshops@cvims.org \nLook at the themes for each week:  \n\nJanuary 17: Goals and Visions\nJanuary 24: Stress Management\nJanuary 31: Boundary Setting\nFebruary 7: Anger Management\nFebruary 14: Couples Communication\nFebruary 21: Grief and Loss\nFebruary 28: Self -Care\nMarch 7: Women’s Wisdom Circle
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/art-therapy-6/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Holub":MAILTO:workshops@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Stronghold - Men's Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a safe space to help you navigate the struggles or stress of everyday life? \nWe have partnered with The Men’s Centre to create a safe space for men to come together\, share their struggles\, connect with others\, and learn how to deal with the hassle of everyday life. This is a space to build resilience\, gain clarity\, and create bonds with others that share the same ideals. \nWeekly meetings from January 17 to March 28\, 2025. \nTo register – aalfakosh@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/stronghold-mens-group-5/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Settlement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ammar Alfakosh":MAILTO:aalfakosh@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Stress Busters
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Island Clinical Counselling\, we invite you to join this group and connect with peer who can relate as we learn about anxiety and stress management. Four sessions will be held where you will be able to develop practical tools and techniques through the use of art\, games\, and fun activities. \nSome areas we will focus on: \n\nUnderstanding anxiety\nRecognizing everyday triggers\nCoping strategies – mindfulness\, reframing\, and cognitive restructuring.\n\nJoin us to learn and grow together. \nDates: Friday\, February 21 & 28 and March 7 &14 \nTime: 3:30 – 4:30pm \nRegister – SWIS@cvims.org
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/stress-busters/
LOCATION:CVIMS\, 101-319 Selby Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada\, V9R 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SWIS Team":MAILTO:swis@cvims.org
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SUMMARY:Hockey Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE Hockey Game Night for an unforgettable night where you will experience the thrill of a live hockey game! Come with us on cheering the Nanaimo Clippers! \nCatch all the action\, excitement\, and fun! Whether you are a fan of the sport or you have not experienced the game before\, this is an unforgettable experience. \nSIGN UP REQUIRED – Do not wait\, spots are LIMITED!  \nClick here to SIGN UP \n📅 Date: Friday\, February 21\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 7:00 –  9:30 PM\n📍 Location: Frank Crane Arena – 2300 Bowen Road\n🎯 Ages: 12-25 years old
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/hockey-game-night-4/
LOCATION:Frank Crane Arena\, 2300 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9T 3K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eutah Mizushima":MAILTO:emizushima@cvims.org
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