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Victoria Hospice 50/50
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Win big while supporting compassionate care at Victoria Hospice! Sales are open until Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 4:00 pm with the draw set for 5:00 pm at Victoria Hospice. We will announce the winner at the event on May 5, 2024, or simply check the raffle website to see if you are the winner! Buy single tickets for $10, a three-pack for $25, 10 for $50 or 50 for $200. The anticipated jac
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Explore Leadership Studies at RRU | Royal Roads University
November 8th, 2022 12:00 PM – November 8th, 2022 1:00 PM At the School of Leadership Studies, we believe that good leadership can transform people and organizations. Our vision is to connect scholarship with practice to change the world, one leader at a time. Our graduate-level programs have been honed over 15 years to continually deliver relevant leadership education that is as much
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The Biodiversity Imperative? Webinar Series
November 24th, 2022 12:00 PM – November 24th, 2022 1:00 PM The latest IPCC report and the 2018 IPBES report offer dire warning for human vitality, never mind the sixth mass extinction we are now entering. Exploring and better understanding the intersectionality of biodiversity, climate change and human health for improving local and regional planning and sustainable development is one
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Expect the Unexpected: Supporting Students During a Global Pandemic
November 29th, 2022 12:00 PM – November 29th, 2022 1:00 PM Join Dr. Robin Mueller and a panel of student service leaders from across Canada to learn about leading responsively during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically in student service-focused areas of higher education. The panel will explore ways to support students with flexible and adaptable service practices, and some of the lea
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Become a climate action leader
December 7th, 2022 12:00 PM – December 7th, 2022 1:00 PM Our graduate programs in Climate Action Leadership are an invitation to join the international movement working to change the climate story from a tale of disaster to one of transformation — and from activism to organizational and societal leadership. Now more than ever, we are being called to reimagine a future that is better prepared
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Designing Learning: Looking Towards 2023
Learning has taken so many forms over this year – from hybrid, online, blended, hyflex, and in-person – as organizations and institutions being to consider what a “new normal” is for how they design, facilitate, and deliver learning. On December 12th, join Dr. Elizabeth Childs to hear from Mary Burgess, Amber Donahue, Monique Brewer, and Sharon Ambata-Villanueva, who are leaders in corporate
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Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
December 14th, 2022 12:00 PM – December 14th, 2022 1:00 PM Individuals who are able to see the big picture, make new connections, and work between disciplines and professions are needed as we navigate complex social and environmental issues. The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (BAIS) program allows you to combine courses in professional communication, environ
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Designing Organizations for Wellbeing
In today’s post-COVID world, we have learned first-hand about the importance of designing organizations for wellbeing. From understanding the role of executive leadership and values alignment, to adopting full systems approaches that engage and support wellness and psychological safety, many emerging approaches and techniques can support leaders in their efforts to create sustainable, thriving wor
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Christmas in Versailles Online
The night before the night before Christmas in Versailles; Capriccio sings Charpentier Messe de Minuit and traditional carols . Broadcast online from Christ Church Cathedral. Watch from home ! For the Christmas concert (The “Night Before the Night Before” on December 23rd) we take you to the court of Versailles, for a sumptuous collection of traditional carols and Christmas
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Christ Church Cathedral , Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 3G8
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Post-Pandemic Higher Education Enrolment Trends
The first of its kind in Canada, RRU's Graduate Certificate in Strategic Enrolment Management responds to the demand for enrolment expertise in post-secondary institutions in North America. As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to wane and enrolments fluctuate across the higher education sector, this expertise is becoming increasingly important for ensuring enrolment stability. Join us to discuss post
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Pathways to post-pandemic enrolment growth in Higher Education
The first of its kind in Canada, RRU's Graduate Certificate in Strategic Enrolment Management responds to the demand for enrolment expertise in post-secondary institutions in North America. As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to wane and enrolments fluctuate across the higher education sector, this expertise is becoming increasingly important for ensuring enrolment stability. Join us to explor
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Call for Artists
CALL FOR ARTISTS The Integrate Art Society is currently looking for artists based around the greater Victoria region for a new project titled The Ministry of Counting Sheep. In the 2015 Canadian Health Measures Survey, Stats Canada’s found that 25% of Canadians have trouble going to sleep or staying asleep every night. With the stresses of the ongoing pandemic, The Sleep Founda
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Cooking Online with the London Chef | The Fragrant Mushroom
Please join us on Oct 13 from 6:00-7:30pm us for this fun, free live-online culinary class, Cooking Online with the London Chef – The Fragrant Mushroom, an exciting collaboration with the London Chef and the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s Symbiosis exhibition, where we will be exploring delectable mushroom cuisine. From the comfort of your home, hear from the Symbiosis co-curators, Jaim
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SafelyFed Canada
The Milk Education Program will focus on emergency preparedness for young families and how marketing impacts infant feeding decisions. In partnership with Safely Fed Canada and the support from the TELUS FUND & Filmblanc, Rowen K. McNiven Infant Feeding Consultants and Friends of SafelyFed Canada are pleased to offer a MILK open to all followed by a workshop for parents on emergency
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Spectrum Community School, Saanich, British Columbia
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The City Talks: Urban Colonialism on the Salish Sea
A distinguished lecture series organized by the University of Victoria’s Committee for Urban Studies; discussing conflicts, pleasures, and politics of city life. Our upcoming speaker, Coll Thrush, will examine the parallel histories of three Salish Sea cities, illustrating how urban and Indigenous histories have been deeply entangled with each other. All presentations will be held vir
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Virtual The City Talks Lecture: Civilizing the (Civic) Museum: Decolonial Work at the Museum of Vancouver
A distinguished lecture series organized by the University of Victoria’s Committee for Urban Studies; discussing conflicts, pleasures, and politics of city life.Our upcoming speaker, Viviane Gosselin, will delve into how valuing and representing diverse knowledge, histories and experiences of the city in the museum space can help build more resilient communities. Come join us on Thursday Feb
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Happening Now
Victoria Hospice 50/50
Win big while supporting compassionate care at Victoria Hospice! Sales are open until Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 4:00 pm with the draw set for 5:00 pm at Victoria Hospice. We will announce the winner at the event on May 5, 2024, or simply check the raffle website to see if you are the winner! Buy single tickets for $10, a three-pack for $25, 10 for $50 or 50 for $200. The anticipated jac
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Robert Bateman: Heart & Home Exhibit
The Robert Bateman: Heart & Home exhibit illuminates the inspirations, connections and soul of an artist steeped in nature. The collection is comprised of extraordinary artwork and pieces, some never-before-seen and meant for an audience of one. It captures the intimate occasions of birthdays, holidays, and the love that Robert Bateman shares with his close family and friends. Just like captur
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470 Belleville St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 1W9
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Start Here: Kiyooka, Nakamura, Takashima, Tanabe
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 - JANUARY 22, 2023 Curated by Bryce Kanbara, Guest Curator, Graham Gallery “This exhibition is an introduction to the work and importance of four nisei (second generation Japanese Canadian) artists born in the latter half of the 1920s. Despite the challenge of making productive lives and fitting into Canadian society, which faced all Japanese Canadians at that time, Ro
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1040 Moss Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1
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Modern Square Dance Lessons
Learn Modern Square Dancing Sunday nights from September to March. First 2 lessons free Dance for the Health of It! Dancing is fun and burns lots of calories. Modern Square Dancing is: *A combined mental and physical workout. *A great way to meet new people and have lots of fun. *A cooperative sport where all work together to execute a series of calls in time with the music and caller.
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4516 West Saanich Road, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z 3G4
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Piers
Piers is a group exhibition showing contemporary artwork ranging across media by 18 artists spanning generations, nationalities, and backgrounds, exploring how artists’ practices change through teaching, learning, and mentorship. Artists: Katie Bethune-Leamen Cedric Bomford Lauren Brinson Yan Wen Chang Megan Dickie Laura Dutton Annika Eriksson Daniel Laskarin James Legaspi
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630 Yates St., Victoria, BC, V8W 1K9
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The Laundry Room at Goward House
Preview: http://www.artopenings.ca/laundry.html The Laundry Room: Airing our Linens This exhibition brings together three talented fibre artists at historic Goward House. Visitors to the heritage home and senior’s centre will delight in the almost 60 unique textile-based creations. Included are installations of antique laundry artifacts such as irons and sewing machines.
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2495 Arbutus Road, ,, Victoria, British Columbia, V8N 1V9
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The Laundry Room - Airing Our Linens
THE GOWARD HOUSE SOCIETY 2495 Arbutus Road Victoria BC V8N 1V9 (250) 477-4401 gowardhouse@shaw.ca Art Show and Sale By Elizabeth Carefoot, Laura Feeleus, Lesley Turner The Laundry Room - Airing Our Linens October 5 – November 30, 2022 Art Show Reception October 23, 2022 1:30- 3:30pm Viewing hours: Monday – Friday 9:30am
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Governor General’s Awards
OCTOBER 15, 2022 - FEBRUARY 5, 2023 Curated by Jaimie Isaac Canada’s prestigious Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media Arts is a lifetime achievement award recognizing an artist’s career, body of work and contribution to the visual arts, media arts and fine craft in Canada. In 2021, eight artists were celebrated in recognition of their exceptional careers and remarkable contributi
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1040 Moss Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1
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The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Becky Holuk
Becky Holuk captures the breathtaking beauty of the world in her distinct and vibrant style. She is highly influenced by the western landscape and sees each painting as an opportunity to form a joyful and grateful response in colour and motion to what she has had the privilege to experience. The Avenue Gallery 2184 Oak Bay Avenue Victoria, BC V8R 1G3 https://theavenuegal
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The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Brenda Roy
Much of Brenda Roy's work explores contrasts in colour and texture: smooth stone and polished metal set off by fused or roller printed textures; the play of colour in unique stone inlays; precious gems and metals paired with rough minerals or broken pottery shards; and contemporary designs that have the feel of ancient artifacts. As one of the few metal artists in the country extensively using sto
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2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 1G3
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Victoria Baroque: "Bach in the Pub" with Julia Wedman
Come enjoy some of the most exhilarating solo writing for the violin and meet our special guest artist, the acclaimed Canadian baroque violinist Julia Wedman, in the casual, intimate setting of the Victoria Events Centre. A range of refreshments can be purchased at the event. 19+ | ID Required for Entry General admission: $25/Student admission: $10 Tickets available at the door or
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Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street , Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 2B2
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Explore Leadership Studies at RRU | Royal Roads University
November 8th, 2022 12:00 PM – November 8th, 2022 1:00 PM At the School of Leadership Studies, we believe that good leadership can transform people and organizations. Our vision is to connect scholarship with practice to change the world, one leader at a time. Our graduate-level programs have been honed over 15 years to continually deliver relevant leadership education that is as much
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Around the World in 80 Days
Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre is inviting audiences to rediscover a sense of discovery and adventure with Toby Hulse’s adaptation of Around the World in 80 Days! Join Phileas Fogg as he races from continent to continent after wagering an incredible sum of money that he can travel around the world in 80 days. Based on a novel written by Jules Verne in 1872, Around the World in 80 Days! expl
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2657 Quadra Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 4E3
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The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Vance Theoret
Inspired by the work of the Inuit and by the work of Henry Moore and Rodin, Vance found himself drawn to the deceptive simplicity of using the form to suggest detail. “I like to let the stone tell me what it wants to be…when I do this the end product is so much more alive than if I had forced my design upon it! Doing this also allows the stone to work with you and puts colours and patterns in
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Studio 30 Art Show
The Studio 30 Art Club is having an art show from November 11-17 at the Sidney ArtSea Gallery! The Studio 30 Art Club is a local non-profit society that has been supporting Victoria-area artists for over 40 years. Club members work in various mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel, and mixed media. The art show will feature original artwork, art cards, and artist demonstrations. Co
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9565 Fifth Street, Sidney BC, British Columbia, V8L 2W5
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Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas at Madrona Gallery until Nov 18.
http://www.artopenings.ca/yahgulanaas.html Summary: Over the past two decades, his artworks have toured the world in solo shows, and been collected by major international museums and galleries. Environmental concerns and cultural identity propel the art practice of this conceptual artist. His extensive portfolio expands from small drawings to large scale installations and public sculptur
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606 View Street,, Victoria, V8W 1J4
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SOME KNIGHTS! A rollicking Medieval bash with SHINNDIG and PACIFIC EDGE CHORUS
PACIFIC EDGE CHORUS presents SOME KNIGHTS, a rollicking medieval bash and show at Saanich Fairgrounds’ Main Hall on Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 6:30 to 11:00 PM. SOME KNIGHTS tickets include: • an entertaining show by Pacific Edge Chorus in medieval attire, pacificedgechorus.ca • dinner music and dancing to local band Shinndig (formerly Rig a Jig), http
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1528 Stellys Cross Road, Saanichton, V8M 1S8
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Victoria Baroque: Transcending Encounters
The acclaimed Canadian violinist, Julia Wedman takes listeners on a riveting musical journey from depictions of soldiers on the battlefield to hauntingly beautiful instrumental suites. The programme includes Biber’s Battalia, Purcell’s Suite from King Arthur and Chaconne, and mesmerizing White Man’s Cattle by Indigenous composer Cris Derksen. General admission: $30; Student/youth
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St John the Divine Anglican Church, 1611 Quadra Street, Victoria, V8W 2L5
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Caravan World Rhythms presents the Soweto Gospel Choir
Caravan World Rhythms presents the return of three-time Grammy-winning Soweto Gospel Choir on November 13, 2022 at the Royal Theatre. Currently touring the world with an all-new concert titled "HOPE: It's Been a Long Time Coming," the 24-person group will perform a rousing program of South African freedom songs and music from the American Civil Rights Movement, including phenomenal renditions of w
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Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1E5
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Pharis & Jason with The Sweet Old Band
Pharis & Jason Romero with The Sweet Old Band (Trent Freeman on fiddle, Marc Jenkins on pedal steel and Patrick Metzger on bass). Join three-time Juno winners Pharis & Jason for an evening including songs from their newest release, Tell ‘Em You Were Gold, out now on Smithsonian Folkways Recordings. This record is a testament to the musical value and sense of joy in their work. It was made
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1415 Broad, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 2B2
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The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Maria Josenhans
A passionate landscape painter, Maria Josenhans creates oil paintings both outdoors on location and in her North Vancouver studio. Maria considers the landscape as her garden, a place of connecting with beauty that gives rise to something new and reaches beyond daily concerns. Whether it is a grand vista or an intimate pool by a stream, her aim is not to have the viewer experience what she sees an
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Winter Small Works Show & Sale: Opening Reception
NOV 17 - 10:00 AM | JAN 21 - 5:00 PM Our annual Winter Small Works Show & Sale is back! Featuring original works by local artists you will find a range of styles on offer. Join us for an Opening Reception on November 17 from 5-8PM where you can get the first look at the works and mingle with the artists. Show and sale runs until January 21, 2023. Image: Adam Noonan, Sun 6:30 AM
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1040 Moss Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1
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Christmas Art and Craft Fair
A brand new Christmas artisans market bursts on the scene in Sidney Start a new tradition on your festive calendar this November 18th and 19th at St Paul’s United Church right here in Sidney. Our holiday arts and craft fair proudly hosts handmade works of craftspeople, artisans, makers, and bakers for two days of relaxing and festive fun. Buy a gift for a friend or a treat for yourself this C
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2410 Malaview Ave, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 2G3
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Public Open House | Woven In: Indigenous Women's Activism and Media
Please join us for the Public Open House for Woven In: Indigenous Women’s Activism and Media from 10am-5pm. Free admission, all day.Throughout the generations, Indigenous women across Turtle Island have been at the heart of grassroots activism and resurgence. The role of women has been of vital importance since time immemorial – safeguarding homelands, nationhood, sovereignty, and culture – despit
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1040 Moss St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1
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Sandra Froher at Leaf Modern Gallery
http://www.artopenings.ca/sandra-froher.html Summary In September 2022, Sandra Froher presented her collection at the International Indigenous Fashion Show during New York Fashion Week. “Including my hand-made jewelry felt like bringing a piece of Vancouver Island to New York. I was doing this for all of us, raising up the models, honouring my ancestors, bringing forward an elder’s
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2624 Bridge Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 4Y4.
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Hampton Concert Orchestra Fall 2022 Concerts
Sunday, November 20th at 2:30 pm Les Passmore Seniors Centre286 Hampton RoadVictoria, BC This season's performance includes: J.Sibelius - Finlandia W.A.Mozart - Magic Flute Overture G.Faure - Pavane L.v.Beethoven - Symphony No. 8
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286 Hampton Road, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z1H3
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Hampton Concert Orchestra Fall 2022 Concerts
Monday, November 21st at 7:30 pm Les Passmore Seniors Centre286 Hampton RoadVictoria, BC This season's performance includes: J.Sibelius - Finlandia W.A.Mozart - Magic Flute Overture G.Faure - Pavane L.v.Beethoven - Symphony No. 8
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286 Hampton Road, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z1H3
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The Biodiversity Imperative? Webinar Series
November 24th, 2022 12:00 PM – November 24th, 2022 1:00 PM The latest IPCC report and the 2018 IPBES report offer dire warning for human vitality, never mind the sixth mass extinction we are now entering. Exploring and better understanding the intersectionality of biodiversity, climate change and human health for improving local and regional planning and sustainable development is one
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Rancho Vignola - Sidney Harvest Sale
Rancho Vignola are delighted to return for their 9th Annual Harvest Sale, hosted at the Mary Winspear Center in Sidney Nov. 25 & 26. Bringing you the Best of the New Crop Nuts, Dried Fruit, Seeds, & Confection. Come and see this year's bounty for yourself, and chat with our all-local team, and stock up your pantry or get a jump on holiday gifts for loved ones! Free Tastings | C
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2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney,, British Columbia, V8L 1W9
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Cordova Bay 55+ Art Group - Small Works Art Show
The Cordova Bay 55+ Art Group is having a "Small Works” art show on Saturday, November 26 at the Cordova Bay 55+ Association/Cordova Bay Elementary School. Group members work in various mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel, and mixed media. The art show will feature original artwork and art cards. Original art pieces will be 12” x 12” or smaller. Come out and see the work of thes
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5238 Cordova Bay Road, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Y2L2
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Choral Concert - Via Choralis and Campus View Elementary Choir
Via Choralis and Campus View Elementary Choir present "Generations of Love" Concert Date: Sunday, November 27th at 3:30pm Concert Location: St. Elizabeth's Church, 10030 Third Street, Sidney BC Ticket Cost: 20 dollars; Students 12 and under are free Where to Purchase Tickets: Tanner's Books, Seaberry Garden and Flowers, or at the door. Partial proceeds don
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Victoria Guitar Society presents acclaimed classical guitarist DALE KAVANAGH
HEADLINE: Victoria Guitar Society present Dale Kavanagh in concert Victoria Guitar Society will hold the first event in its Virtuosa! Concert Series on Nov. 27 featuring one of the world’s leading female classical guitarists, Dale Kavanagh. Artistic Director of Victoria Guitar Society, Alexander Dunn, said: “In the first concert of the Virtuosa! series, Dale Kavanagh blends amazing facility,
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Phillip T. Young Recital Hall B125, MacLaurin Building, University of Victoria, Ring Rd, Victoria, BC , Victoria, British Columbia, V8P 5C2
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Expect the Unexpected: Supporting Students During a Global Pandemic
November 29th, 2022 12:00 PM – November 29th, 2022 1:00 PM Join Dr. Robin Mueller and a panel of student service leaders from across Canada to learn about leading responsively during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically in student service-focused areas of higher education. The panel will explore ways to support students with flexible and adaptable service practices, and some of the lea
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