Victoria Family Court & Youth Justice Committee

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

West Shore RCMP is currently investigating three reports involving a violent online group targeting and exploiting children and youth in the West Shore area.

The group, known as "764," is linked to a larger online network, known as “The COM”, that preys on vulnerable youth and encourages harmful and violent behaviour.

If you believe a child is being targeted or exploited online, report it to your local police.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4xjGfY9

06/11/2026

When something is upsetting us, we can choose to connect to our hearts and ask, “What is the best way to respond?”
The Connect With Your Heart (Cat) Infographic is a fun way for children and adults to pause and remember the different options they can choose from to shift back to their heart’s most caring, best responses.
A printable version of The Connect With Your Heart (Cat) Infographic is available to download for free.

* In the first comment is a link to access The Connect With Your Heart (Cat) Infographic.

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06/05/2026

06/01/2026

More on the just-announced future location of the Foundry BC hub in Langford with spoke locations in Sooke and Port Renfrew next on the organizing team's radar ... Congratulations! 👏

Google: "CHEK News + Youth mental health and wellness facility coming to Langford"

"The site at 2805 Carlow Road is currently the home of the Centennial Center for Arts, which will move in early 2027 to a facility currently under construction. Construction on the new two-storey building will begin in 2027 and expected to be complete in 2028."

Co-locating child care and youth wellness services at this central location maximizes community benefit and ensures families can access essential services in a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment.” ~ Langford Mayor Scott Goodmanson

06/01/2026

"“Co-locating child care and youth wellness services at this central location maximizes community benefit and ensures families can access essential services in a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment.” ~ Langford Mayor Scott Goodmanson

A new facility is being built in Langford that, once complete, will be the home to a new mental health and wellness facility for youth, as well as a licensed child care space.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

Today, the City of Langford announced the development of a new community facility that will expand access to licensed child care and provide a permanent home for Foundry West Shore, bringing free and confidential mental health and wellness services for youth.

The two-storey facility is funded in partnership with the Province of British Columbia, including $7,160,600 million from the ChildCareBC’s 2024-2025 New Spaces Fund grant to establish 73 child care spaces.

Foundry West Shore will be led by Thrive Social Services Society, which has been searching for an appropriate space for their program for over two years. Designed to remove barriers and increase access to quality care, their program offers free and confidential mental health and wellness services for young people ages 12-24 and their families/caregiver.

06/01/2026

🌲 Ready to step into your leadership era? 🌲
The Camp Wildwood 14-16 year old Leadership in Training (LIT) Program in Metchosin is your chance to build confidence, develop real leadership skills, and gain hands-on experience in an unforgettable camp setting.
✨ What to expect:
• A focused training week (June 29 – July 3, excluding Canada Day)
• A Paddle Canada training session on June 14
• 2–3 weeks of summer placement supporting campers and working alongside staff
• Leadership workshops led by experienced mentors and community members
💡 What you’ll gain:
✔ Leadership experience that actually means something
✔ A certificate of completion
✔ A reference letter from program leaders
✔ A $75 honorarium
💲 Program cost: $550
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, grow your skills, and make a real impact this summer—this is your moment.
📩 Apply now or reach out for more info:
Nicole, Program Supervisor
📞 250-661-7438
📧 [email protected]

05/31/2026

Statistics Canada infographics of recent note ...
https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/11-627-m/index-eng.htm

https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/11-627-m/catalogue-eng.htm