CVIMS - Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society

Education, Volunteering and Post Secondary Options
2026-02-09 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | British Columbia
Your Future, Your Choices
Discover Pathways After Secondary School:
. Education
. Volunteering
. Post-Secondary Options
. Financial Supports
. Career Planning
Helping Students and Families Make Informed Decisions with Confidence.
Location: 201-155 Skinner St. Cliff Centre
Time: 1 pm
Date: February 9, 2026
Register at: Event Registration

Community Cruising
2026-02-11 16:00 - 18:00 | British Columbia
Bringing Nanaimo Youth Together!

Discover local organizations, programs, and leadership opportunities.
Fun group visits and hands-on activities.
Build confidence, make connections, and learn how to get involved in the community.

It’s all about exploring new opportunities, finding a voice, and making a real impact.
Activity: BGC – Intro 2 Sport at Caged Athletics
Location: 341 Irwin St, Nanaimo V9R 6P6
Date: February 11
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Register at: swis@cvims.org

Community Cruising
2026-02-18 16:30 - 18:30 | Nanaimo Harbourfrount Library, 90 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9R5G4, Canada
Bringing Nanaimo Youth Together!

Discover local organizations, programs, and leadership opportunities.
Fun group visits and hands-on activities.
Build confidence, make connections, and learn how to get involved in the community.

It’s all about exploring new opportunities, finding a voice, and making a real impact.
Activity: Introduction to the library programs
Location: 90 Commercial St, Nanaimo V9R 5G4
Date: February 18
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Register at: swis@cvims.org

Community Cruising
2026-02-26 17:00 - 18:30 | British Columbia
Bringing Nanaimo Youth Together!

Discover local organizations, programs, and leadership opportunities.
Fun group visits and hands-on activities.
Build confidence, make connections, and learn how to get involved in the community.

It’s all about exploring new opportunities, finding a voice, and making a real impact.
Activity: City of Nanaimo Youth Lounge and introduction to the Leaders in Training program at Aquatic Centre (Jack Little room B)
Location: 741 Third St, Nanaimo V9R 7B2
Date: February 26
Time: 5 pm – 6:30 pm
Register at: swis@cvims.org

Family Picnic
2026-06-30 11:00 - 13:00 | British Columbia
Join us for a fun family picnic that brings the community together for a day of learning, connection, and enjoyment. Families will have the opportunity to participate in engaging water safety workshops, designed to provide practical knowledge and essential skills for staying safe around water.
The event will also feature a variety of fun games and activities for children and adults, creating opportunities for families to connect, play, and make lasting memories. Enjoy delicious snacks, meet other families in the community, and spend quality time outdoors in a welcoming and family-friendly environment.
Come along for a day of learning, laughter, and community spirit.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Spots are limited, so be sure to register now to secure your place.
Maffeo Sutton Park
June 30th, Tuesday
Email swis@cvims.org to register.

Sound Lab
2026-07-06 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-08 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-13 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-15 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-20 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-22 15:00 - 16:30 | British Columbia
Explore. Create. Connect.
Music is for everyone.
What is Sound Lab about?

Explore creative sounds with instruments, objects, and digital tools
Collaborate in fun, hand-on group activities
Create a shared project that may be featured in the CNMN Hub
No experience needed – just curiosity and a love for music!

July 6 – July 22
Mondays and Wednesdays 3:00 – 4:30 pm
235 Bastion St. Unit 103
for ages 9 – 13
To register email swis@cvims.org

Youth Summer Program
2026-07-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-15 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-16 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-17 11:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
July 14 – 17
Grade 8 – Grade 12
Location and time: Ecole Pauline Haarer 400 Campbell Street, 11 – 3 pm
For more information and to register email swis@cvims.org

Family Summer Program
2026-07-28 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-29 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-30 12:00 - 14:00 | British Columbia
July 28-30
Families with children
Kindergarten – Grade 3
Location & time Ecole Pauline Haarer
400 Campbell Street
12am-2pm
