Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees - VICCIR

Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees - VICCIR VICCIR assists immigrant and refugees who are suffering from the psychological and emotional wounds

Many immigrants, especially refugees, have suffered from overwhelming experiences, including loss of country, loss of loved ones, and exposure to violence. At VICCIR, we understand the complexity and unpredictability of the effects of such experiences. Our professional counsellors have the tools to guide clients towards healing. Their overall objectives are to help each client make sense of her or

his experiences and emotions, increase self-mastery and resilience, and restore a sense of meaning to life, relationships and membership in the community. The Centre offers a variety of counselling programs, each eight to ten weeks in length. A fee is established in the first session, though no one will be turned away because of an inability to pay.

We are proud to highlight the ongoing collaboration between VICCIR and the Cowichan Intercultural Association, supportin...
05/27/2026

We are proud to highlight the ongoing collaboration between VICCIR and the Cowichan Intercultural Association, supporting the emotional wellbeing of Ukrainians in the Cowichan Valley through the Ukrainian Support Group.

This initiative creates space for connection, community, inclusion, and access to culturally responsive emotional support.

VICCIR staff and Health and Cultural Ambassadors were honoured to present a poster celebrating the accomplishments of th...
05/22/2026

VICCIR staff and Health and Cultural Ambassadors were honoured to present a poster celebrating the accomplishments of the Youth Health and Cultural Ambassador team at UVic’s 5th Annual Flourishing Youth and Society Fair.

On Thursday, May 7th, VICCIR shared key insights and learnings from the past year and connected with other youth-serving organizations.

Special congratulations to Dorota Guzek and Sam Caron on successfully speaking on panels regarding youth leadership and resilience.

El Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) y la Red Hispana de Vancouver Island (VIHNS)...
05/22/2026

El Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) y la Red Hispana de Vancouver Island (VIHNS) tienen el agrado de invitar a los adultos mayores hispanohablantes a participar en una nueva edición del Círculo de Conexión.

A partir del éxito de las sesiones realizadas este invierno, esta nueva serie ha sido diseñada para ofrecer un espacio seguro y acogedor donde compartir historias de resiliencia, conectar con otras personas y construir amistades significativas mientras se navega la vida en Canadá.

En estos encuentros practicaremos inglés a través de la conversación, la música y el arte. Todos los niveles de inglés son bienvenidos. Familiares y cuidadores también pueden registrar a una persona en su nombre. La participación es gratuita y las sesiones se llevarán a cabo en inglés y español.

📍 Ubicación: Centro Recreativo Pearkes 3100 Tillicum Road (junto al cine Silver City) El grupo se reunirá en la sala LAM 🕙 Horario: 10:00 a. m. – 12:00 p. M. 📅 Fechas: Cada dos sábados: 9 de mayo 23 de mayo 6 de junio (en la sala Owen) 20 de junio 💰 Costo: Gratuito 📞 Para más información: +1 236 882 2458 📧 Correo electrónico: [email protected]

The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) and the Vancouver Island Hispanic Network S...
05/22/2026

The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) and the Vancouver Island Hispanic Network Society (VIHNS) are excited to invite Spanish-speaking seniors to join our new edition of Connection Corner!

Building off the success of Connection Corner this Winter, this new series is designed to offer a safe, friendly space to share stories of resilience, connect with others, and build meaningful friendships while navigating life in Canada.

This round of workshops will focus on practicing conversational English through discussion, song and arts. All levels of English ability are welcome. Family members and caregivers are also welcome to register someone on their behalf. These corners are FREE and will be conducted in English and Spanish.

📍 Location: Pearkes Recreation Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road. Next to the Silver City Cinema. The group will meet in the LAM room. 🕙 Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm. 📅 Dates: Every-other Saturday, beginning May 9th; May 23rd; June 6th *(In the Owen Room); June 20th. 💰 Cost: FREE! 📞 For More Information: +1 (672) 204 0747 📧 Email: [email protected]

El Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) te invita a Women’s Voices, un lugar seguro ...
05/22/2026

El Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) te invita a Women’s Voices, un lugar seguro y confidencial donde mujeres que han vivido experiencias de violencia de género pueden reunirse, compartir y acompañarse en un proceso de sanación. En VICCIR creemos que tu voz importa.

Queremos ofrecerte un espacio donde puedas compartir tu historia con personas que escuchan con empatía, respeto y sin juicio. Women’s Voices es un grupo de apoyo dirigido a mujeres que desean un espacio para procesar sus experiencias relacionadas con la violencia de género y el trauma intergeneracional.Las sesiones serán facilitadas por consejeras clínicas registradas de VICCIR y estarán enfocadas en fortalecer la resiliencia y promover el bienestar emocional.

Cada sesión tendrá una duración de 90 minutos e incluirá espacios de conversación, reflexión y actividades de arte expresivo. La participación es gratuita y las sesiones se realizarán en español. Para las sesiones presenciales, se ofrecerá cuidado infantil sin costo. Regístrate aquí: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/HFBRVHZ

The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees invites you to Women's Voices, a safe and confidenti...
05/22/2026

The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees invites you to Women's Voices, a safe and confidential place where women who have experienced gender-based violence can meet, share, and support each other in a healing process. At VICCIR we believe that your voice matters. We want to offer you a space where you can share your story with people who listen with empathy, respect, and without judgment.

Women’s Voices is a support group aimed at women who want a space to process their experiences related to gender-based violence and intergenerational trauma. The sessions will be facilitated by registered clinical counselors from VICCIR and will focus on strengthening resilience and promoting emotional well-being. Each session will last 90 minutes and will include spaces for conversation, reflection, and expressive art activities.

Participation is free and the sessions will be held in English and Spanish. For in-person sessions, free childcare will be provided. Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/Womens_Voices_

On behalf of the Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR), we are pleased to invite you ...
05/08/2026

On behalf of the Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR), we are pleased to invite you to our first clinical training conference. We are very excited to host this event and to bring together professionals dedicated to supporting Immigrants, refugees, and survivors of Violence.

Conference Details
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Vancouver time)
Format: Online (Zoom)

Schedule Overview:
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Clinical Training Presentation
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Break
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Panel Discussion

Registration: https://www.viccir.org/haac

Program Theme: The Four Realms of Healing
Memory and Narrative – Reclaiming the Story
Body & Regulation – Healing Where Trauma Lives
Moral and Social Repair – Restoring Dignity and Belonging
Meaning & Spirit – The Human Capacity to Rise

This conference aims to deepen clinical understanding and strengthen therapeutic approaches when working with individuals who have experienced profound trauma and displacement. It will offer both theoretical insights and practical applications relevant to your professional practice.

El Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) te invita a Women’s Voices, un lugar seguro ...
05/08/2026

El Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) te invita a Women’s Voices, un lugar seguro y confidencial donde mujeres que han vivido experiencias de violencia de género pueden reunirse, compartir y acompañarse en un proceso de sanación.

En VICCIR creemos que tu voz importa. Queremos ofrecerte un espacio donde puedas compartir tu historia con personas que escuchan con empatía, respeto y sin juicio.

Women’s Voices es un grupo de apoyo dirigido a mujeres que desean un espacio para procesar sus experiencias relacionadas con la violencia de género y el trauma intergeneracional.Las sesiones serán facilitadas por consejeras clínicas registradas de VICCIR y estarán enfocadas en fortalecer la resiliencia y promover el bienestar emocional.

Cada sesión tendrá una duración de 90 minutos e incluirá espacios de conversación, reflexión y actividades de arte expresivo.

La participación es gratuita y las sesiones se realizarán en español. Para las sesiones presenciales, se ofrecerá cuidado infantil sin costo.
Regístrate aquí: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/HFBRVHZ

The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees invites you to Women's Voices, a safe and confidenti...
05/08/2026

The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees invites you to Women's Voices, a safe and confidential place where women who have experienced gender-based violence can meet, share, and support each other in a healing process.

At VICCIR we believe that your voice matters. We want to offer you a space where you can share your story with people who listen with empathy, respect, and without judgment.
Women’s Voices is a support group aimed at women who want a space to process their experiences related to gender-based violence and intergenerational trauma. The sessions will be facilitated by registered clinical counselors from VICCIR and will focus on strengthening resilience and promoting emotional well-being.

Each session will last 90 minutes and will include spaces for conversation, reflection, and expressive art activities.
Participation is free and the sessions will be held in English and Spanish. For in-person sessions, free childcare will be provided.
Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/Womens_Voices_

VICCIR is pleased to announce a series of workshops focused on providing practical well-being tools for Chinese seniors....
05/01/2026

VICCIR is pleased to announce a series of workshops focused on providing practical well-being tools for Chinese seniors.

In partnership with Broad View United Church, VICCIR will be hosting four workshops looking at the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of health.

All interested participants aged 55+ are welcome to join us at Broad View United Church on May 7th, 21st, June 4th and June 18th to come together over food, friendship, and a spirit of lifelong learning.

For further information contact: [email protected]

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