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SUMMARY:Anneswer to Cancer Soccer Tournament 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nMay 10\, 2025 \nThe World Cup Soccer Camp’s annual Anneswer to Cancer Soccer Tournament is back\, bringing together friends\, families\, and soccer fans to support Victoria Hospice. Now in its 13th year\, this event has raised over $570\,000 to provide compassionate end-of-life care for those in need! \nThis exciting event will feature a 12-team round-robin soccer tournament\, along with plenty of fun activities for all ages\, including juggling contests\, a bouncy castle\, bubble soccer\, a photo booth\, and more! \nThe action kicks off at 11:00 AM at Tyndall Turf Soccer Field\, with registration for the tournament starting at 12:00 PM. It’s a day filled with fun for the whole family! \nParticipants are encouraged to raise funds by collecting pledges online or in their local community before the event. \nHere’s how you can support this amazing cause: \nSponsor: The Anneswer to Cancer team is looking for sponsors! Your logo could be featured on event t-shirts\, the event website\, and social media. Interested? Reach out to Meredith at AnneswertoCancer@gmail.com. \nDonate: Can’t make it to the event? You can still support this incredible fundraiser by donating online: 2025 Anneswer to Cancer – Victoria Hospice \nVolunteer: Volunteers are essential to making this event a success. If you’d like to lend a hand\, please contact Meredith at AnneswertoCancer@gmail.com. \nLet’s come together to make a difference for Victoria Hospice while having a blast on the field!
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/anneswer-to-cancer-soccer-tournament-2025/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:How to Support your Grieving Child (4 weeks in-person)
DESCRIPTION:This spring Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services is offering a four-week group for adults supporting children and youth who are grieving the loss of a parent or caregiver\, hosted by child and youth counsellor\, Jessie Lane. \nThe group is open to any adult who is the primary caregiver for a grieving child or youth\, including parents\, extended family\, foster parents\, or other guardians. \nTopics covered will include an overview of child and youth bereavement\, grief at various developmental stages\, how to talk about grief as a family\, and activities and resources for the grieving family. There will also be dedicated time for connecting with other parents and caregivers each week. \nThis group will run from 4-6pm on Thursdays April 3rd-Apr 24th at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. As spaces are limited\, participant attendance is required at all four sessions. \nIf you are interested in registering\, please call the bereavement office at 250-519-3040 for more information.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/how-to-support-your-grieving-child-4-weeks-in-person/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T192153Z
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-17/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250329T183000
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SUMMARY:Inspiration Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Get Your Tickets Now: Inspiration Festival 2025 \nWe are honoured to be a charity of choice for the Inspiration Festival\, a one-of-a-kind event designed to ignite motivation\, spark personal and professional growth\, and share life-changing ideas. Organized by Alphonso Franco\, this inspiring festival brings together an exceptional lineup of speakers who will share their transformative stories\, expert insights\, and actionable steps to help you achieve lasting success. \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: March 29\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM\nLocation: Victoria Conference Centre\nTickets: $75 +$1 shipping charge (100% of proceeds from tickets sold through our website benefit Victoria Hospice)\n\nThis year’s festival will feature six extraordinary speakers: \n\nDr. James Maas\nDr. Romie Mushtaq\nKaplan Mobray\nSolomon Hicks\nSteve Donohue\nPanos Leledakis\n\nEach speaker will share unique insights and practical tools to inspire transformation in your personal and professional life. Don’t miss the chance to hear from these renowned thought leaders! \nFor more details about the event and to learn more about each speaker\, visit: https://inspirationfestival.ca/ \nGet your tickets below and be part of an unforgettable day of inspiration and growth!
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/inspiration-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Victoria Conference Centre\, 720 Douglas St\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250320T120000
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-16/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250313T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250313T200000
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SUMMARY:Family Memorial Lantern Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services invites you to a \nFamily Memorial Lantern Making Workshop  \non Thursday March 13 2025\, from 5:30 to 8:00pm at the Esquimalt Gorge Pavilion. \nLanterns will be created in a facilitator guided workshop. Once they are completed\, affixed to poles\, and illuminated\, participants will gather to form a procession\, and will make their way to the Gorge Waterway to participate in a memorial ritual. \nThis offering is for families with children and/or teens grieving the loss of an important person in their lives. Registration is open to any family configuration of up to four individuals\, with at least one child or teen aged six and up. Please ensure that there is at least one adult per family group to supervise and support the lantern making process. \n Registration is available through emailing hospice.bereavement@islandhealth.ca or calling 250 519 3040. Please let us know the names of the members of your family group\, and which group member(s) are children or youth. \nInstructions\, including the use of a memorial photo in the lantern making process\, will be forwarded to registered family groups. There are spots for 12 family groups of up to four people. Space is limited and registration is on a first come\, first served basis. Due to demand\, we request that families register only if they are able to commit to the date and time. \nSupplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nThere is no fee for this workshop. We hope to see you there.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/family-memorial-lantern-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Gorge Pavilion\, 1070 Tillicum Rd\, Esquimalt\, British Columbia\, V9A 2A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group,Bereavement Workshop
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T184128Z
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-15/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250302T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250302T111500
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
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SUMMARY:Goddess Run 2025: Victoria Hospice is a charity of choice
DESCRIPTION:Walk\, run\, or skip your way to the finish line at the 14th annual Goddess Run on Sunday\, March 2  at Beaver Lake Park. \nThe Goddess Run is a community of women and girls who come together to celebrate their stories\, goals\, and challenges. More than just a run\, it’s an opportunity to connect and inspire each other throughout the year. \nIt’s also a way you can support Victoria Hospice patients and families by selecting Victoria Hospice when you register or by joining the Victoria Hospice team! Let’s go
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/goddess-run-2024-registration-victoria-hospice-a-charity-of-choice/
LOCATION:Beaver Lake
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T120000
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CREATED:20250110T234643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T234643Z
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-14/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20231121T051629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T185842Z
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SUMMARY:Online Bereavement Support Group (8 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services is offering an 8-week support group in an online environment for adults who are bereaved after the death of someone important in their life.  Facilitated by a bereavement counsellor\, this group incorporates grief education\, discussions\, sharing and support\, and therapeutic activities. \nThe group aims to enhance one’s sense of community and belonging\, create space to grieve\, explore grief education\, promote discussions between members\, and support the healing and adaption process in each of the group member’s grief. \nMORE DETAILS \nWhen: Thursdays 4:30-6:30pm February 13th to April 3rd\, 2025 \nWhere: Online on Zoom. A camera\, microphone\, and a larger device (not a phone) that can support the Zoom platform is required. \nWho: A limited number of pre-registered participants to enhance comfort (A commitment to attend all 8 sessions is requested) \nHow: A pre-group interview with a counsellor is required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time. We have a variety of grief support options and want to ensure we are best meeting you needs at this time. \nFee: There is no charge to attend this group. As we are a donor-funded organization\, though not expected\, should you be in a position to donate\, please follow the link here: Your support is needed | Ways to donate to Victoria Hospice \nTo register or to obtain more information: \nPlease call bereavement services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/online-bereavement-support-group-3/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20240730T155858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T185622Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Through Grief Support Group (8 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Walking Through Grief’ Support Group is an 8-week walking support group\, open to all adults in the Greater Victoria Community who are bereaved after the death of someone important in their life. \nWhile walking at a relaxed pace in the area near the Chatterton Way Community Support Centre\, with the facilitation of a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor and Bereavement Volunteer\, this support group is a way to explore your grief through the movement of walking\, being outdoors in nature\, and by sharing with and supporting other grievers. \nMORE DETAILS \nWhen:  Saturdays\, 1030am to approximately 12pm (the first session will be longer) February 8th to March 29th\, 2025         \nWhere: Walks will begin at the Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way and will follow the Rithet’s Bog loop. \nWho: Limited number of registered participants (adults) who are bereaved following the loss of someone important in their life. Participants will be required to sign a self-declaration form stating they are capable of walking for an hour and have checked in with their doctor if needed. If you are unsure if you can walk this location for this long\, please walk the full Rithet’s Bog loop to see if this is possible for you at this time before signing up for this support group.  \nSessions: Each session will open and close with participants gathering in a circle with a brief discussion round. In between\, participants will head out on an approximately hour-long walk. Except for inclement weather\, sessions will run rain or shine. \nHow: A pre-group intake conversation with a counsellor may be required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time. \nFee: There is no charge to attend this group. As we are a donor-funded organization\, though not expected\, should you be in a position to donate\, please follow the link here: Your support is needed | Ways to donate to Victoria Hospice \nTo Register or to obtain more Information: \nPlease call bereavement services at 250-519-3040 or Email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/walking-through-grief-support-group-6/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:***PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS GRIEF CAFE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER*** \n  \nA grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-13/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
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SUMMARY:Living with Grief: Adjusting to Life After Loss (in person)
DESCRIPTION:A one-time\, interactive workshop covering the basics of grief and mourning\, and ways to cope for those who are bereaved following the death of a loved one. This is an interactive workshop that encourages sharing from participants while learning about different ideas around grief and mourning. Although we will not be screening participants\, we recommend that you give yourself at least one month after your loss before attending this workshop due to the potentially overwhelming nature of grief. \nHave you recently lost someone important to you? Are you surprised by your grief and wondering what is normal and how best to cope? This workshop\, developed by the grief counsellors at Victoria Hospice\, will help you understand your grief\, as well as offering a chance to connect with other grievers in our community. Join us as we: \n\nShare and support one another in your grieving experiences\nBetter understand grieving and mourning\nExplore the many ways that grief can impact our lives\nExplain how grieving naturally works to help us live with our losses\nIdentify ways to support healthy adjustment to loss\nExplore your continued connection to the person who has died\nHave opportunities for you to reflect and share on the material\nAnswer your questions\n\nThis workshop will take place at our Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. Masks are optional. Please do not attend if you have signs of illness/infection. We appreciate your attention to this matter. \nThe workshop is free of charge. Please only register if you feel will be able to attend the workshop. As there are a limited number of spaces available\, confirming a ticket means you are claiming one of these spaces. Please register at the EventBrite link below. \nPlease email Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services or call 250-519-3040 if you have any questions.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/living-with-grief-adjusting-to-life-after-loss-in-person-7/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250123T120000
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-12/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250108T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250108T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241220T164136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T164136Z
UID:10000488-1736353800-1736359200@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-11/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241231T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241231T000000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241007T191801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T191916Z
UID:10000475-1735603200-1735603200@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Turnabout Luxury Resale VHS account
DESCRIPTION:Refreshing your designer wardrobe? Turnabout Luxury Resale in Oak Bay has generously opened a resale account for Victoria Hospice! \n\n\n\nHow it works: Bring your designer\, gently used clothing to Turnabout and mention you would like the resale to go to Victoria Hospice. 60% of the price\, when sold\, will go to Victoria Hospice. \n\n\n\nDonations: Items should be 2 years or newer\, in like new condition\, and very branded. \n\n\n\n\nPreferred items are recognizable contemporary labels.\n\nBest sellers include: Aritzia\, Lululemon\, Eileen Fisher\, Kate Spade\, Michael Kors\, Club Monaco\, Vince\, Sarah Pacini\nLuxury designer labels like Chanel and Louis Vuitton also sell well\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for more on the Victoria (Oak Bay) location of Turnabout Luxury Resale
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/turnabout-luxury-resale-vhs-account/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Anytime,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241219T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241018T161410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T161756Z
UID:10000478-1734604200-1734609600@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to meet other grieving people? Are you ready to share and listen to peoples’ experiences with grief? Join Victoria Hospice for a Grief Café. \nA grief café is a social gathering of people in bereavement who wish to share their own experience and listen to others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack\, and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will go over the format for the session and provide some short prompts to help guide the conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story if you wish and listen to the experience of others.. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are intended to be social in nature and are not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nPlease note the session has a defined start time; is not a drop-in session. \nThere is no cost to participants\, but donations are gratefully accepted. \nRegister to attend on Eventbrite
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-10/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241118T200403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T200403Z
UID:10000486-1734523200-1734526800@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:St Mary's Oak Bay Advent Series - Christmas Spirit
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church’s Notes of Joy Christmas concert series is a fundraiser for Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services. \nThe December 18th concert\, Christmas Spirit\, features a studio ensemble of students from the Canadian College of Performing Arts. \nAttend by donation at St. Mary’s Church on 1701 Elgin Road.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/st-marys-oak-bay-advent-series-christmas-spirit/
LOCATION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R 5L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241212T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241212T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241104T233546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T165327Z
UID:10000480-1734021000-1734026400@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:‘Grieving Through the Holidays’ Workshop (online)
DESCRIPTION:Join us if you are bereaved following a death of someone important\, and want to be supported in your grief through the holidays. \nAre you wondering how to get through the holiday season after the loss of an important person in your life? Facilitated by a two bereavement counsellors\, join us for this online Q&A to discuss grief\, and learn tips to help you cope with and navigate grief during the holidays. Along with other people who are also grieving someone important in their life\, you and other participants will have an opportunity to ask questions\, share ideas\, and learn about how to care for yourselves as you grieve through this holiday season. This is a one-time\, interactive and educational Q&A based workshop. \n\nThis is an online Q&A offered using the Zoom video platform to a limited number of participants. Instructions to participate on Zoom will be given with registration. Please arrive on time.  \nPlease note that when registering you are confirming your spot in a workshop with a limited number of spots available\, so please do your best to only register if you feel you are able to come. Please Register on our Eventbrite page here \n  \nIf you have further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca  \n\nThis workshop is free of charge. Although never expected\, Victoria Hospice gratefully accepts all donations.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/grieving-through-the-holidays-workshop/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241211T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241211T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241104T234335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T234335Z
UID:10000481-1733934600-1733941800@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:‘Grieving Through the Holidays’ Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us if you are bereaved following a death of someone important\, and want to be supported in your grief through the holidays. \nAre you wondering how to get through the holiday season after the loss of an important person in your life? Facilitated by a bereavement counsellor and bereavement volunteer\, join us for this in person workshop to discuss grief\, and learn tips to help you cope with and navigate grief during the holidays. Along with other people who are also grieving someone important in their life\, you and other participants will have an opportunity to ask questions\, share ideas\, and learn about how to care for yourselves as you grieve through this holiday season. This is a one-time\, interactive and educational workshop. \nThis is an in-person workshop offered at our Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. Please do not attend if you have signs of illness/infection. We appreciate your attention to this matter. Please arrive on time.  \nPlease note that when registering you are confirming your spot in a workshop with a limited number of spots available\, so please do your best to only register if you feel you are able to come. Please Register on our Eventbrite page here. \nIf you have further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca  \n\nThis workshop is free of charge. Although never expected Victoria Hospice gratefully accepts all donations.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/grieving-through-the-holidays-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241118T200123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T200511Z
UID:10000485-1733918400-1733922000@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:St Mary's Oak Bay Advent Series - With Strings and Pipes
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church’s Notes of Joy Christmas concert series is a fundraiser for Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services. \nThe December 11th concert\, With Strings and Pipes\, features the Mittwoch Quartet\, with violin viola\, cello and organ. \nAttend by donation at St. Mary’s Church on 1701 Elgin Road.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/st-marys-oak-bay-advent-series-with-strings-and-pipes/
LOCATION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R 5L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241208T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241208T144500
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241106T171548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T221021Z
UID:10000482-1733664600-1733669100@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate a Life: a memorial time of reflection and remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Join us to remember and celebrate our loved ones who have died. The Spiritual Care Team will lead us through a quiet time of words\, music and candle lighting.  \nAll are welcome! \nLocation: Woodward Hall in the Administration building at RJH\, 2101 Richmond Rd. Complimentary Parking available in lot J directly behind the Administration Building \nSponsored by Earth’s Option
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/celebrate-a-life/
LOCATION:Woodward Room\, RJH Administration Building\, 1900 Fort St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R1J8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241018T161300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T161300Z
UID:10000477-1733329800-1733335200@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to meet other grieving people? Are you ready to share and listen to peoples’ experiences with grief? Join Victoria Hospice for a Grief Café. \nA grief café is a social gathering of people in bereavement who wish to share their own experience and listen to others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack\, and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will go over the format for the session and provide some short prompts to help guide the conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story if you wish and listen to the experience of others.. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are intended to be social in nature and are not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nPlease note the session has a defined start time; is not a drop-in session. \nThere is no cost to participants\, but donations are gratefully accepted. \nRegister to attend on Eventbrite
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-9/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241118T195949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T200751Z
UID:10000484-1733313600-1733317200@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:St Mary's Oak Bay Advent Series - Stelutza & The Sound of Waterfall
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church’s Notes of Joy Christmas concert series is a fundraiser for Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services. \nThe December 4th concert\, Stelutza & The Sound of Waterfall\, features music with flute\, violin\, bass\, mandolin\, mandola\, percussion\, guitar and oud. \nAttend by donation at St. Mary’s Church on 1701 Elgin Road.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/st-marys-oak-bay-advent-series-stelutza-the-sound-of-waterfall/
LOCATION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R 5L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241129T231836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T221745Z
UID:10000487-1733011200-1735689599@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:All That Glitters XII: The Avenue Gallery’s Jewellery Fundraising Exhibition for Victoria Hospice
DESCRIPTION:The Avenue Gallery’s highly anticipated 12th annual jewellery exhibition and fundraiser for Victoria Hospice\, All That Glitters XII\, showcases stunning\, wearable art from Canada’s finest boutique jewellers. \nFrom December 1st to 31st\, a percentage of each jewellery sale will be donated to Victoria Hospice\, offering each of us the opportunity to acquire a little gem while supporting this invaluable community treasure. Looking fabulous has never felt so rewarding! \nCanadian Jewellers | Jewellery at The Avenue Gallery | Victoria BC
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/all-that-glitters-xii-the-avenue-gallerys-jewellery-fundraising-exhibition-for-victoria-hospice/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241130T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20231101T201315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T233352Z
UID:10000416-1732962600-1732969800@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:‘Grieving Through the Holidays’ Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us if you are bereaved following a death of someone important\, and want to be supported in your grief through the holidays. \n Are you wondering how to get through the holiday season after the loss of an important person in your life? Facilitated by a bereavement counsellor and bereavement volunteer\, join us for this in person workshop to discuss grief\, and learn tips to help you cope with and navigate grief during the holidays. Along with other people who are also grieving someone important in their life\, you and other participants will have an opportunity to ask questions\, share ideas\, and learn about how to care for yourselves as you grieve through this holiday season. This is a one-time\, interactive and educational workshop. \nThis is an in-person workshop offered at our Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. Please do not attend if you have signs of illness/infection. We appreciate your attention to this matter. Please arrive on time.  \nPlease note that when registering you are confirming your spot in a workshop with a limited number of spots available\, so please do your best to only register if you feel you are able to come. Please Register on our Eventbrite page here. \nIf you have further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca  \n\nThis workshop is free of charge. Although never expected Victoria Hospice gratefully accepts all donations.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/grieving-through-the-holidays-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241118T195659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T200829Z
UID:10000483-1732708800-1732712400@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:St Mary's Oak Bay Advent Series - The Sound of Christmas
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church’s Notes of Joy Christmas concert series is a fundraiser for Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services. \nThe November 27 concert\, The Sound of Christmas\, features music with Marnie Setka-Mooney – soprano\, Diane Berr – flute\, Curt Bergen – piano \nAttend by donation at St. Mary’s Church on 1701 Elgin Road.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/st-marys-oak-bay-advent-series-the-sound-of-christmas/
LOCATION:St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R 5L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20240813T211716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T220217Z
UID:10000469-1732185000-1732190400@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to meet other grieving people? Are you ready to share and listen to peoples’ experiences with grief? Join Victoria Hospice for a Grief Café. \nA grief café is a social gathering of people in bereavement who wish to share their own experience and listen to others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack\, and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will go over the format for the session and provide some short prompts to help guide the conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story if you wish and listen to the experience of others.. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are intended to be social in nature and are not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nPlease note the session has a defined start time; is not a drop-in session. \nThere is no cost to participants\, but donations are gratefully accepted. \nRegister to attend on Eventbrite
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-8/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20240813T211444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T220405Z
UID:10000468-1730910600-1730916000@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to meet other grieving people? Are you ready to share and listen to peoples’ experiences with grief? Join Victoria Hospice for a Grief Café. \nA grief café is a social gathering of people in bereavement who wish to share their own experience and listen to others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack\, and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will go over the format for the session and provide some short prompts to help guide the conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story if you wish and listen to the experience of others.. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are intended to be social in nature and are not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nPlease note the session has a defined start time; is not a drop-in session. \nThere is no cost to participants\, but donations are gratefully accepted. \nRegister to attend on Eventbrite
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-7/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260405T193215
CREATED:20241029T220345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T193343Z
UID:10000479-1730419200-1733011199@victoriahospice.org
SUMMARY:Need furniture? Shop and support Victoria Hospice Nov. 1-30
DESCRIPTION:One-Stop Furniture & Mattress’s Anniversary Sale supports patients and families at Victoria Hospice until the end of November.   \n\n\n\nYou’ll get 5% off your purchase for the entire month and up to 18% more off your purchase when you make an $18 donation to Victoria Hospice while in store!  \n\n\n\n\n\nVisit One Stop Furniture at #202 9768 Fifth Street in beautiful Sidney\, BC. 
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/need-furniture-shop-and-support-victoria-hospice-nov-1-30-2/
LOCATION:One Stop Furniture and Mattress
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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