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Click HERE to learn more about our course, Learn, Speaking & Workplace Success (Beginner-Intermediate -Advanced level)

Canada Day

ICA Offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st Emergency Services + Community Support Resources

Workshops & Training

At ICA we offer a variety of free workshops, skills training and social opportunities to help you build a strong sense of community, learn new skills and improve your English as you settle into your new home in the Greater Victoria area. We offer new programs on a seasonal basis.

If you are not already a client, and would like to register for our workshops, please email workshops@icavictoria.org or complete our online intake form below.

Intake Form

Got Talent?

Got a talent or skill to share? We’d love to hear from you—whether you sing, dance, cook, play sports, or have another ability that can bring our community together!

Share with us!

Calendar

Want to see what’s coming up at ICA? Check out our calendar to see what events, opportunities, and workshops are available to you over the coming months!

Click here to view the calendar

Upcoming Workshops

Intermediate Sewing Class (Wednesdays)

LIMITED SEATS!

Are you a newcomer to Canada, living in Victoria BC? Join us for this free 12 week summer sewing program. Learn from a professional sewing instructor every Wednesday!

Wednesdays, July 8 – Sept 23

5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Open Space, ICA 5th Floor

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Evening Chats & Games

Weekly on Thursdays

Come take a coffee break with us and stay for fun conversations. Meet people and practice your English.

Every Monday, July 13 – Aug 17

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Open Space, 5th Floor

ICA (808 Douglas Street, Victoria)

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Cultural Sharing & Storytelling

Thursdays

Share stories and share your culture with others. Learn from other cultures and communities in this community storytelling circle.

Every Thursday, July 9 – Aug 20

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Open Space, ICA 5th Floor

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Photography & Walking Group

Thursdays

Learn the basics of photography while exploring downtown Victoria and nearby neighborhoods. Practice English, learn about your community, and make friends!

Every Thursday, July 16 – Aug 20

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

ICA Reception, 1st Floor

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Morning Coffee Chats

Weekly on Wednesdays

Come take a coffee break with us and stay for fun conversations. Meet people and practice your English.

Every Wednesday, July 8 – Aug 12

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Open Space, ICA 5th Floor

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Afternoon Coffee Chats

Weekly on Mondays

Come take a coffee break with us and stay for fun conversations. Meet people and practice your English in a casual environment.

Every Monday, July 6 – Aug 17

Every Wednesday, July 15- Aug 12

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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Nature Walk- July

Learn about our local environment and explore local nature in this guided walk and talk through Cuthbert Holmes Park in Saanich.

Thursday, July 16 

9:30 am – 11:30 am

ICA Reception, 1st Floor

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Nature Walk- August

Learn about our local environment and explore local nature in this guided walk and talk through Cuthbert Holmes Park in Saanich.

Thursday Aug 13

9:30 am – 11:30 am

ICA Reception, 1st Floor

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Morning Computer Club

Weekly on Tuesdays

Improve your typing, practice your English vocabulary, and learn more about how to use computers!

Every Tuesday, July 7 – Aug 18

11:30 am – 12;30 pm

Room 423, ICA 4th Floor

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Afternoon Computer Club

Weekly on Tuesdays

Improve your typing, practice your English vocabulary, and learn more about how to use computers!

Every Tuesday, July 7 – Aug 18

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Room 423, ICA 4th Floor

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