CVIMS - Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society

Family Winter Fest
2025-12-23 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC, Canada
Family Winter Fest, fun for the whole family.
Crafts, free skating, food, photobooth, face painting, snow globe making and more.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 1-3 pm
Location: Nanaimo Ice Centre – 750 Third St, V9R 5S5
You can REGISTER HERE or email SWIS@CVIMS.ORG to register.

Library Youth Club
2026-01-06 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-13 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-20 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-27 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-03 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-10 16:30 - 18:30 | Vancouver Island Regional Library, 90 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5G4, Canada
Are you looking for a fun way to spend your free time? Join our Library Youth Club and dive into a world of creativity, games, and movies! Open to all youth ages 12-18

🎨 Art Fun: Enjoy drawing, painting, and crafting. We have all the supplies you need!

🎲 Board Games: Play cool board games with your friends. We have many games to choose from!

🎬 Movies: Watch movies with us. We have the latest films and classic favorites!

🕹️ And More: We also have special events and activities. You will always find something new and exciting!

REGISTER: CVIMS – Youth Connections
Day: Every Tuesday, from January 6 – March 24, 2026 (Excluding Holidays)
Time: 4:30 – 6:30pm
Location: Creative Commons – Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.

Workers' Rights and Responsibilities
2026-01-08 11:00 - 12:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Do you know that you have the right to refuse unsafe
work?
Do you know how to report safety concerns or
harassment?
Join us to learn more about your rights and responsibilities
in the workplace!
January 8, 2026 Online and In person 11-12:30 Room 23
Register at workshops@cvims.org

English Games Club
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Wellington Secondary School, 3135 Mexicana Rd, Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9T 2W8, Canada
Are you looking for a safe space to practice English? Join our Youth English Club, weekly sessions on Wednesdays!
Enjoy fun games, free snacks, and make new friends while using English.
Tuesdays, January 14 – March 11, 2026 (Excluding Holidays)
Lunch Time
Room C119, Wellington Secondary School
To register or for more information, contact Eutah – emizushima@cvims.org

Canadian Workplace Culture
2026-01-15 11:00 - 12:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Are you navigating the Canadian job market and seeking to understand the workplace culture in your new country? Join us for an informative workshop focused on clarifying the expectations, norms, and dynamics of Canadian workplaces.
January 15, 2026, Online and In person Room 23
For more information & registration: workshops@cvims.org
Join us for this enriching session and embark on a successful career journey in your new home.

CRA Tax Clinic
2026-01-20 10:00 - 15:30 | BC, Canada
CRA Tax Clinic
Get Expert help on:
Benefits
GST/HST
CRA My Account
And more!
Tuesday, January 20
10am-3pm
In Person and by Appointment Only
Speak with your Settlement Worker to sign up to get support from the Canada Revenue Agency.

Community Cruising
2026-01-21 16:30 - 18:00 | BC, 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 our new program! Who needs bus tickets? Who will meet us there and who will travel with us?
Location: 101-319 Selby St, Nanaimo V9R 2R4
Date: January 21
Time: 4:30 pm – 6 pm
Register at: swis@cvims.org

Pathways To Trades for Newcomers
2026-01-21 17:00 - 18:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Receive help on your path to a rewarding career in Canada
Pathways To Trades for Newcomers is a unique bridging program that aims to help you prepare for work in Canada’s in-demand trades sector. Whether you’re interested in construction, mechanical, culinary, baking, or other trades, VIU has a pathway for you.
Learn career skills to help you succeed in the trades industry:
• Improve your English language skills as
well as learn career-specific language
• Receive hands-on experience with skills
directly relevant to your chosen field
• Create personal connections with people
who will help you succeed
January 21, 2026 Room 21
Register at workshops@cvims.org

New to British Columbia
2026-01-21 17:00 - 18:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
If you’re new to B.C. or are returning after living outside of the province, here’s what you need to know about driving, calculating your insurance premiums, initial rates and more.
In Person 5-5:45 pm
319 Selby St, Room 23
Register at workshops@cvims.org

Community Cruising
2026-01-28 17:00 - 18:30 | BC, 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: Youth network art club
Location: 3148 Barons Rd E, Nanaimo V9T 4B5
Date: January 28
Time: 5 pm – 6:30 pm
Register at: swis@cvims.org

Art Therapy
2026-01-30 10:00 - 13:00 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
Art therapy provides a safe, supportive space to explore emotions, reduce stress, and promote healing through guided creative expression. Join Amélie Blanchard, a Registered Art Therapist and Pauline Goh, Clinical Counsellor help you explore and express your emotions through creativity in a safe and supportive environment. The Art Therapy workshop is a safe group open to all skill levels.
January 30, Room 9 & 10
Time: 9:45 0am – 1:00 pm
Interested? Event Registration

Community Cruising
2026-02-04 16:30 - 18:30 | Nanaimo Art Gallery, 150 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9R5G6, 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: Nanaimo art gallery: Youth Drop-in Program
Location: 150 Commercial St, Nanaimo V9R 5G6
Date: February 4
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30pm

Newcomer Wellness Fair
2026-02-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Beban Social Centre, 2300, Bowen Road, BC, V9T 3K7, Canada
Come join us for some fun and exciting activities!
Connect with over 40 wellness providers in our community and enjoy activities for the whole family. Experience performances, cultural celebrations, connect with other newcomers. There is something for everyone in the family.
For more information: community@cvims.org
Register here: Newcomer wellness fair

Breast Cancer Awareness
2026-02-06 11:30 - 12:30 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
This Information Session aims to increase knowledge,
promote early detection, raise awareness of resources
and support.
February 6, 2026
11:30 am-12:30 pm
Room 21
Register at: Event Registration

Valentine's Day Paper Crafts
2026-02-09 12:00 - 13:00 | BC, Canada
A creative Pro-D Day session where Grades 1–7 students explore kindness through fun paper crafts and hands-on projects.
February 9
12 pm
101-319 Selby Street Room 9
Register at: Event Registration

Education, Volunteering and Post Secondary Options
2026-02-09 13:00 - 14:00 | BC, Canada
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 | BC, 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: 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

WorkSafe BC
2026-02-12 11:00 - 12:30 | BC, Canada
Join us for an informative WorkSafeBC session on key workplace rights, responsibilities, and safety in BC.
February 12, 2026
11 am- 12:30 pm
Room 201
155 Skinner St – Cliff Centre
Register at: Event Registration

Lunar New Year
2026-02-14 13:00 - 15:00 | BC, Canada
Join us to celebrate the year of the horse. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a festive afternoon of dance, crafts and fun!
February 14
1 pm – 3 pm
Nanaimo Harbourfront Library
90 Commercial St.
Free Entry
for details contact: shaynes@cvims.org

FAMILY DAY - CVIMS WILL BE CLOSED
2026-02-16 | CVIMS, 101-319 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, V9R 2R4, Canada
FAMILY DAY
CVIMS Closed

Super Clinic with CRA and Service Canada
2026-02-17 10:00 - 15:00 | BC, Canada
Join us to find out more about the benefits,
credits, pensions, programs, and services
you may be entitled to!
10 am – 3 pm
101-319 Selby St. Room 9
Contact your Settlement Worker or Case Manager to Register
