We have Exciting News! Help us to secure a grant to fund this vital community project through the City of Victoria's, Participatory Budgeting initiative! https://vimeo.com/470734032 Participatory Budgeting is the City of Victoria’s way of giving residents a chance to choose and vote on which projects and initiatives the city should... read more →
Oct
09
Oct
07
Olivia Yanez Where were you born and raised? I was born and raised in Mexico City, but I consider myself a Canadian born in Mexico. I’ve been calling myself a “Canexican” since I landed in Victoria in 2008. What brought you to Canada and why did you choose to settle... read more →
Oct
07
Radio for a Diverse and Growing Community CFUV 101.9FM is a community radio station operating on the campus of the University of Victoria and is the newest member of the CPN. CFUV offers listeners an eclectic blend of on-air programming and podcasts that offer jazz, opera, news, spoken word, women's,... read more →
Oct
01
With so many of us spending time at home, activities like bicycling are even more important to break up the routine and stretch our legs. ICA’s Youth and Family Services Team feel that access to bikes and bike skills are an integral part of their clients’ overall health and wellbeing.... read more →
Sep
21
For the past year, through ICA’s Indigenous Journey project we have been asking deep questions, reflecting on the answer to those questions, and thoughtfully planning a path forward. As an immigrant and refugee serving organization, we understand our responsibility to educate newcomers on the history of Indigenous peoples and the... read more →
Sep
17
“As a second-generation immigrant and former client of ICA, receiving the Diversity Scholarship from the Inter-Cultural Association is a great honour and privilege that I hold very close to my heart.” --- Mina Guan, Diversity Scholarship Award Winner For many years now, ICA has been proud to award Diversity Scholarships to... read more →
Aug
27
“With all the information, support and motivation from ICA, I felt very confident when I applied for the job that I wanted. I got the job on my first interview.” --- Ana, Early Childhood Educator One of the biggest challenges newcomers face when they come to Canada is not... read more →
Jul
22
By Robin McGeough For newcomer youth in particular, a high school diploma is a key to open many doors in their new home. “After graduating, my life is completely different,” explains Hassan, a recent Spectrum High School graduate and ICA Youth Group member. “I get to make my own choices.... read more →
Jul
16
Participants Needed For Research On How Legal Problems Affect The Lives Of Immigrants The Inter-Cultural Association (ICA) is leading a study about serious legal problems experienced by immigrants in Canada. We are interested in: The types of legal problem you have experienced in the last three years or since your... read more →
Jul
03
By Robin McGeough For the Youth and Family Services team, food and a sense of community are essential to our work. However, during times of uncertainty such as COVID-19, these elements are more important than ever. After a series of needs assessment surveys went out to families, the team was... read more →