CVIMS - Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society

Driving In BC - Info Session
2024-05-22 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Ready to hit the road?
Join us for this informative workshop where you will get the essential knowledge on everything about driving in British Columbia! In this workshop you will learn from the rules of the road, to what will the written exam will look like.
Special Guest: Damon Zollinger – Certified Driving Instructor!
What you will learn:

Familiarize yourself with the rules of the road
Learn about the process of getting your driver’s license
Practice an L mock test
Gain insights from a certified driving instructor

Stay until the end for a Q&A
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to gain the knowledge and confidence you need to drive successfully in British Columbia!
Make sure to register by emailing info@cvims.org

Kindergarten Ready
2024-05-28 17:30 - 19:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Description:
Are you a parent getting ready to send your child to kindergarten? Join us for a helpful session designed just for you! Our goal is to give you all the information and support you need to get your child ready for their first day of school.
We’ll have a special guest – Diane McGonigle, principal from the school district, who can answer any questions more in depth. Whether this is your first time sending a child to school or you just want to know more, this session is for you!
Main Topics:

What your child will learn in kindergarten
How to help your child get ready for school
Important paperwork you need to fill out
Where to find help and support for your child
Questions and answers with the school principal

Who Can Come: This session is for parents of children who will be starting kindergarten soon. We want to make sure you feel confident and prepared for this big step!
Please register HERE

Kindergarten Ready
2024-05-31 17:00 - 18:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Description:
Are you a parent getting ready to send your child to kindergarten? Join us for a helpful session designed just for you! Our goal is to give you all the information and support you need to get your child ready for their first day of school.
We’ll have a special guest – Diane McGonigle, principal from the school district, who can answer any questions more in depth. Whether this is your first time sending a child to school or you just want to know more, this session is for you!
Main Topics:

What your child will learn in kindergarten
How to help your child get ready for school
Important paperwork you need to fill out
Where to find help and support for your child
Questions and answers with the school principal

Who Can Come: This session is for parents of children who will be starting kindergarten soon. We want to make sure you feel confident and prepared for this big step!
Please register HERE
No child-minding space available for this session.

A Cup of English
2024-06-05 17:00 - 19:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Description:
Sip on a cup of English while connecting with fellow young adults in our weekly conversation circle! Join us for an engaging workshop designed to help you practice your spoken English skills in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The perfect blend of language practice and community building.
What to Expect:

Feel comfortable practicing English in a friendly setting.
Make new friends and connections in the community.
Improve your English skills through fun conversations and activities.
Gain confidence speaking English in everyday situations.
Delicious snacks and warm beverages

Join us for a delightful blend of conversation, friendship, and community,

École Océane
2024-06-25 17:00 - 18:30 | BC, Canada
Chers Parents/Tuteurs,
La Société Multiculturelle (CVIMS) est heureuse de collaborer avec l’École Océane pour vous offrir une séssion d’information sur l’école.
L’École Océane est une école francophone située ici à Nanaimo, qui accueille des élèves de la maternelle à la 12ème. C’est une école engagée à développer l’identité culturelle des élèves ainsi qu’à promouvoir le développement d’une communauté francophone.
Veuillez nous rejoindre à l’école (1951 Estevan Rd) le 25 juin entre 17h00 et 18h30 pour en savoir plus sur l’école. Ce sera une excellente occasion de poser des questions au directrisse et d’obtenir le point de vue d’un parent sur l’école. Nous terminerons la séance par une visite d’orientation de l’école.
Pour vous inscrire, veuillez nous appeler au 250 753 6911 ou nous envoyer un courriel à SWIS@cvims.org.
Nous avons hâte de vous voir tous là-bas!
(version anglaise à suivre)
Dear Parents/Guardians
Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society (CVIMS) is pleased to collaborate with Ecole Oceane to bring you an information session about the school.
Ecole Oceane is a Francophone school here in Nanaimo, that welcomes students from KG to grade 7. It is a school that is committed to developing the cultural identity of students as well as promoting the development of a French – speaking community.
Please join us at the school (1951 Estevan Rd) on June 25 between 5:00 and 6:30 PM to learn more about the school and it would be a great opportunity to ask questions to the principal and get a parent’s point of view about Ecole Oceane. We will finish the session by having an orientation of the school.
To register please call us at 250 753 6911 or email us at SWIS@cvims.org
We look forward to seeing you all there!

Family Lounge
2024-09-20 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-09-27 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-04 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-11 15:30 - 16:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Fall themed fun for the entire family!
Enjoy exciting and creative activities such as, crafts. story telling, music lessons, and more! For parents and their children in kindergarten to grade 3.
Please REGISTER: swis@cvims.org

Comedy Youth Lounge
2024-10-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-23 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-30 17:00 - 19:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Join us for the Comedy Youth Lounge, a weekly gathering designed for youth in grades 8 to 12 who are ready to unleash their inner comedians! Each session will be a fun and supportive space where participants can explore the art of comedy, learn new skills, and collaborate with peers.
What to Expect:

October 9: Introduction to comedy and guest speaker from Kamloops
October 16: Humor across cultures
October 23: Comedy introduction and guest speaker from Nanaimo
October 30: Time to prepare and work on your own comedy material
Final Event (November6): Stand-Up Comedy Night
At the end of the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to showcase their comedic talents during our exciting Stand-Up Comedy Night! This is your chance to take the stage and share your best jokes with friends, family, and fellow comedy enthusiasts. Come join us for laughs, creativity, and unforgettable memories!

Don’t miss out on the laughter and fun—sign up today and get ready to make ‘em laugh!

Comedy Youth Lounge: Final Event
2024-11-06 17:00 - 19:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada

Artful Masterminds
2024-11-13 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-11-20 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-11-27 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-12-04 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-12-11 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-12-18 17:00 - 18:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Join us in this interactive workshop for youth ages 11 – 14 where participants will get the chance to explore creativity, build meaningful connections, and grow together in a supportive and fun environment!
In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to let your imagination flow through various activities while also having creating a safe space to have open conversations on some key topics such as managing anxiety, building positive peer relationships, practicing self-compassion, using positive self-talk, and learning effective time and stress management.
No experience required, for newbies and experts alike, this workshop welcomes everyone.
Come for the art, stay for the conversations, and leave feeling inspired and connected.
To REGISTER: swis@cvims.org

Family Winter Fest
2024-12-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Nanaimo Ice Centre, 750 Third Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9R5S5, Canada
Looking for an activity this winter for the whole family to enjoy? Join us for the Family Winter Fest, an event filled with activities and fun for all ages. This a FREE event for all of those interested.
Make sure to save your spot!
Activities include ice skating, wreath making, ginger bread house, dancing, and arts & crafts, and so much more!
REGISTRATION FULL…! Space is limited for this event, at this time we are not taking more registrations.
Any further questions, reach out to SWIS@cvims.org

Career Cruising
2025-01-15 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-01-22 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-01-29 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-02-05 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-02-12 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-02-19 17:00 - 18:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Thinking about the future? Are you unsure of what you want to be when you grow up?
Come to out Youth Lounge designed to introduce you to different professions and help guide you into the future that YOU want and is right for you! This lounge will feature weekly meeting with special guests that will talk about their own career paths.
To register SWIS@cvims.org
Open to youth grades 7 – 12.

Stress Busters
2025-02-21 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-02-28 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-03-07 15:30 - 16:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
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.
Some areas we will focus on:

Understanding anxiety
Recognizing everyday triggers
Coping strategies – mindfulness, reframing, and cognitive restructuring.

Join us to learn and grow together.
Dates: Friday, February 21 & 28 and March 7 &14
Time: 3:30 – 4:30pm
Register – SWIS@cvims.org
