CVIMS - Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society

Career Cruising
2025-02-05 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-02-12 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-02-19 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | 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, 2025-03-14 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

Volunteer Training with SWIS
2025-04-16 17:00 - 18:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
An 8-week program where you will develop essential leadership and volunteer skills! Join the SWIS team and start your volunteer journey!
In this training program you will get support in creating your resume and cover letter, receive guidance on volunteer placement. The program might be eligible for Grade 12 Elective Credits!
You will also receive:

A certificate of completion
First Aid & CPR Certificate.

For the last event, participants will plan and host a soccer tournament!
Offered for Youth Grades 8 to 12.
Every Wednesday from April 16 to June 4
5:00 – 6:30pm
For more information or to register: SWIS@cvims.org

Volunteer Training with SWIS
2025-04-23 17:00 - 18:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
An 8-week program where you will develop essential leadership and volunteer skills! Join the SWIS team and start your volunteer journey!
In this training program you will get support in creating your resume and cover letter, receive guidance on volunteer placement. The program might be eligible for Grade 12 Elective Credits!
You will also receive:

A certificate of completion
First Aid & CPR Certificate.

For the last event, participants will plan and host a soccer tournament!
Offered for youth Grades 8 – 12
Every Wednesday from April 16 to June 4
5:00 – 6:30pm
For more information or to register: SWIS@cvims.org

Volunteer Training with SWIS
2025-04-30 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-07 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-14 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-21 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-28 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-04 17:00 - 18:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
An 8-week program where you will develop essential leadership and volunteer skills! Join the SWIS team and start your volunteer journey!
In this training program you will get support in creating your resume and cover letter, receive guidance on volunteer placement. The program might be eligible for Grade 12 Elective Credits!
You will also receive:

A certificate of completion
First Aid & CPR Certificate.

For the last event, participants will plan and host a soccer tournament!
Offered for youth Grades 8-12
Every Wednesday from April 16 to June 4
5:00 – 6:30pm
For more information or to register: SWIS@cvims.org

Family Fun Soccer Day
2025-05-04 11:30 - 13:30 | BC, Canada
CVIMS in partnership with Nanaimo City FC, Volunteer Nanaimo, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church , and Indigenous Friendship Centres to bring you a day of family fun!
Join us for an afternoon filled with excitement, soccer games, and free lunch!
REGISTER – HERE
For more information, contact: swis@cvims.org

FoodSafe Certificate
2025-05-24 08:30 - 17:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Are you a young adult looking to get your FoodSafe Certification? Look no further!
Join the SWIS team and receive your certificate upon successful completion of the course! This is a FREE course, snacks will be provided. Space is LIMITED, so make sure to register!
OPEN to youth ages from 12 – 19 years old.
Saturday, May 24
8:45am – 5:00pm
REGISTER: aarce@cvims.org

Kindergarten Ready
2025-05-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-26 17:00 - 18:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
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.
You will learn:

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

SPECIAL GUESTS:
Morning Session – Kylie Oussoren, Learning coordinator Early Years
Evening session – Diane McGonigle, District Principal Early Years & Care
Please register HERE
Childminding available when requested in the registration form

Youth Lounge
2025-06-11 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-18 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-25 17:00 - 18:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Join us in the Youth Lounge! Come have fun, relax, enjoy some games, and meet new friends. A weekly club where for youth Grades 7 – 12, you will get the chance to get creative and make some crafts, play board games, make music, enjoy some tasty snacks, and connect with others in a welcoming and safe space.
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, and 25
5:00 – 6:30pm
REGISTER: SWIS@cvims.org

SWIS Family Camp
2025-07-08 09:00 - 12:00 | BC, Canada
Join us this summer for a week of connection, creativity, and fun at the SWIS Family Camp! Designed for families with young children ages 4 to 7, this camp offers a welcoming space to play, learn, and make new friends.
Enjoy a mix of engaging activities including dancing, crafts, sports, games, and more! It’s a great opportunity to connect and have some summer fun with the entire family.
To register, email: SWIS@cvims.orgA refundable $20 deposit is required to hold your spot.
Family Camp dates: July 8 to July 11, 2025

SWIS Family Camp
2025-07-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-11 09:00 - 12:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada

SWIS Kids Camp
2025-07-15 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-16 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-17 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-18 09:00 - 13:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Looking for a fun and active way for your kids to spend part of their summer? Our SWIS Kids Camp is packed with exciting activities designed to keep children ages 8 to 10 engaged and entertained while making new friends in a supportive, multicultural environment.
From creative crafts and sports to games, dancing, and more — each day brings something new and fun! This camp is a great space for newcomer children to build confidence, connect with peers, and explore their creativity.
Register today – space is limited!Email: SWIS@cvims.org$20 refundable deposit required to secure your spot.
