Serving Greater Victoria since
Individuals served each year
Children, youth, women & seniors in Community Resilience programs
Volunteers giving their time every year
From the first week in Canada to citizenship and beyond, our programs are free, confidential and delivered with cultural sensitivity.
Integrated, client-centred services for more than 2,500 newcomers each year — settlement support, English language training, employment readiness and community programs for youth, families and seniors. Designed for newcomers who are not eligible for federally funded settlement services.
English classes, conversation groups and Canadian Language Benchmarks assessments to build confidence in daily life and work.
Résumés, job search strategies, interview practice and an understanding of the Canadian workplace.
An official CELPIP test location since 2014 — take the English test for permanent residence and citizenship in a familiar, welcoming place.
Homework Club, art therapy, music workshops and Youth Night support the academic, social and emotional needs of newcomer children and youth.
A free program for youth ages 15–30 who want to learn, lead and take civic action in communities across B.C. — built by youth, for youth.
Trauma-informed case management, counselling, referrals and wellness workshops for immigrant and refugee women aged 18+.
Older adults build digital skills, access online health and government services, and stay connected to community.
A Province of B.C.–funded pilot bringing anti-racism education to rural communities and workplaces across the province.
More than 250 volunteers each year support tutoring, language practice and community outreach.
Not sure which program is right for you? Our team will help you find the right fit.
VIRCS proudly welcomes and serves people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and sex characteristics. We affirm and respect our 2SLGBTQIA+ clients, staff, volunteers, and community members.
We are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive spaces where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Were you a victim or witness of a racist incident? Get help here.
We acknowledge with gratitude that our work takes place on the unceded traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) Peoples, known today as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, and of the W̱SÁNEĆ, T’Sou-ke and Sc’ianew Nations across the Greater Victoria region.
As an organization that welcomes immigrants and refugees, we recognize that we do this work as guests on these lands. We are committed to respect, ongoing learning, and practices that honour Indigenous presence, knowledge and resilience.
