Vancouver Island Youth Week Events

Date, Time, Location: Thursday | May 1 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Quw’utsun Secondary School

 Ages: 13 - 18

To kick off BC Youth Week, join us out front of the new Quw’utsun Secondary School for hot dogs over lunch time! All students are welcome! We would like to thank Thrifty Foods and Portofino Artisan Bakery for their generous donations to help make this BBQ possible.

Date: Thursday | May 1 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Pre-registration Code: 95018 | Drop-ins welcome | FREE

Locaion: Cowichan Performing Arts Centre – Theatre

Ages: 13 - 18

Calling all singers, dancers, rappers, poets, rock bands, classical virtuosos, karaoke stars, and those who want to lip sync for their life! Cowichan Performing Arts Centre & Cowichan Community Centre present an opportunity to perform on the Island’s largest stage! This show is for youth ages 13 - 18. Sign up to perform or come hangout for the snacks and the show.

Date: Tuesday & Friday | May 2 & 6 | 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Ages: 13+

Looking for something to do these days, but nowhere to go? Come join us for some fun in the gym. We will play a variety of games and sports and have tons of fun. Got a game or sport you love? Let us know and we will give it a try. Just want to hang out? You can do that too! We have all kinds of games, including board games.

CCC – Multi Purpose Hall

Date: Saturday | May 3 | 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Registration: FREE | Code: 95024

Location: Vancouver Island Regional Library - Duncan

Ages:  Ages 12 - 18

Join VIRL and CCC for the Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt. Bring your friends for an afternoon of solving clues and puzzles, completing challenges, snacks and fun. Which team will complete all of the challenges first? The race begins in the Library meeting room. See you there! Pre-registration appreciated, drop-ins welcome.

Date: Sunday | May 4 | 4:30 – 5:30 pm

Location: CCC – Arena Dry Floor

Ages: Ages 13 – 18

This recreational program will give players a chance to get in a fun workout playing ball hockey. All levels of skill are welcome to attend. There will be no slap shots or hitting, and our supervisor will encourage fair play and equal playing time. Regular hockey sticks are permitted. Helmets, gloves, and athletic cups are recommended.

Date: Monday | May 5 | 3:15 - 5:00 pm CCC - Koksilah Room

Registration: Preregistration is appreciated and drop-ins are welcome.1/FREE | Code: 93975

Ages: Ages 13 - 18

Looking for a fun and creative way to hang out? Come on over to the first ever Art & Chill Café to celebrate BC Youth Week. Bring your friends or come on your own - you’ll find a comfortable spot to get into your creative mind. Stop by the “Art Supply Bar” to pick from a variety of materials - acrylic paint, paper, pencils, pencil crayons, magazines, and more. Not sure where to begin? Choose from a variety of fun prompts, or let your imagination guide you - we’ll be there to offer tips and support. If you get hungry, head on over to the snacks for a little pick-me-up. Whether you’re crafting solo or teaming up on a project, this is your space to relax, connect, and express yourself.

Instructors: CVAC Artists

Date: Tuesday & Friday | May 2 & 6 | 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Ages: 13+

Looking for something to do these days, but nowhere to go? Come join us for some fun in the gym. We will play a variety of games and sports and have tons of fun. Got a game or sport you love? Let us know and we will give it a try. Just want to hang out? You can do that too! We have all kinds of games, including board games.

CCC – Multi Purpose Hall.

Date: Wednesday | May 7 | 3:30 - 5:00 pm CCC – James Street Studio

Ages: Ages 13 – 18

End off a week of great activities with the Board Game Café. Bring some friends, or meet new ones and check out our wide variety of board games and enjoy some yummy snacks.