About this Event
is a region-wide initiative focused on strengthening neighbourly connections, personal belonging, and community resilience in neighbourhoods across the CRD. Through interactive workshops on April 16 and May 14 and an activation campaign during Loneliness Awareness Week (June 8-14, 2026), the project inspires, equips, and supports participants to take action to create and strengthen their own intergenerational communities of support.
The first session explores the benefits of neighbourly connections, overcoming common obstacles, and useful strategies and steps to take action. The second workshop builds upon this foundation to create an action plan for engaging neighbours and bringing people together–attending with a neighbour is encouraged!
CONNECTION IN ACTION WORKSHOP #1
Creating a Village: The Power of Community Connections in Turbulent Times
Thursday, April 16th | 7:00 - 9:00 pm PT
In this interactive workshop, join other community members to:
- EXPLORE why social connections matter for health, resilience, preparedness, and emotional wellbeing, and what it really means to “create a village” around us
- LEARN about your own and your neighbours’ strengths and assets for fostering new relationships and collaborations
- DISCOVER inspiring ideas to strengthen social connections and mutual support
- BUILD A FOUNDATION for taking action to grow a stronger, more supportive community around you and others! (to be continued in Workshop #2!)
CONNECTION IN ACTION WORKSHOP #2
Growing a Village: Practical Skills for Building Neighbourly Connections
Thursday, May 14th | 7:00 - 9:00 pm PT
In this interactive workshop, join other community members to:
- DISCUSS common situations such as reaching out to a new neighbour or launching a group activity in your building or block
- BUILD SKILLS and confidence for strengthening connections in your everyday life
- PRACTICE approaches that feel natural and manageable
- TAKE ACTION with simple, concrete plans to grow connections in your own "village," in ways that feel authentic and sustainable for you!
For more information about the Connection in Action program and partners, visit this page.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Victoria Scottish Community Centre, 1803 Admirals Road, Victoria, Canada
USD 0.00
