Join us at our All-Candidates Meet & Greet at The Atrium (800 Yates Street) on Thursday, September 24th between 6 and 8 pm for a chance to mix and mingle with candidates for Victoria City Council and chat with them about issues that matter to you. www.victoriadra.ca/events/all-c...

All-Candidates Meet & Greet — Victoria Downtown Residents Association

Chat with candidates running for Victoria City Council at this informal meet and greet

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We are partnering with ASIA in Victoria to host a free karaoke event at Ship Point on Friday, August 28 from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Join us for an evening of music, community, and cultural celebration and experience a little taste of Asia right here in Downtown Victoria! www.victoriadra.ca/events/summe...

Our annual pedal-powered Pride concert in the park has been rescheduled for July 2nd. See you in Cridge Park! www.victoriadra.ca/events/notes...

We have decided to postpone tonight's concert to next week, tentatively Thursday evening (July 2). Please help us spread the word!

Did you take action to build connection in your community? Big or small, we want to hear about it! ✍️ Share your story: survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50601475/Connection-in-Action-Story-Submission-Form #CRDConnectionInAction #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

Looking for ideas to build neighbourhood connection? The #CRDConnectionInAction kickoff workshop produced dozens of low-barrier ways to get started. 📝 Find something that fits your time and interests: buff.ly/bSIHA3w #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

Real ideas for building connection: What connectors are doing for Loneliness Awareness Week

Small moments, big impact: inspiration from the Capital Region community.

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#LonelinessAwarenessWeek (June 15–21) is here, and there are events happening across the Capital Region! 🎉 From community meals to board game socials, there’s something for everyone. ➡️ Find an event near you: resilientneighbourhoods.ca/connectioninaction #CRDConnectionInAction

You don't need a title or a budget to be a connector, just a willingness to bring people together. 🤝 Learn how with Marmalade Trust's guide: marmaladetrust.org/be-a-connector #CRDConnectionInAction

How to be a connector | Marmalade Trust

Marmalade founder, Amy Perrin, talks about the power of being a ‘connector’ and how we can all play our part in creating a sense of belonging in our relationships, workplaces, communities and the wide...

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#LonelinessAwarenessWeek (June 15–21) is next week! Across the Capital Region, events are happening all week long, from walking groups to ice cream socials. ➡️ Check the calendar and find an event near you to attend: resilientneighbourhoods.ca/connectioninaction #CRDConnectionInAction

Loneliness Awareness Week is two weeks away: June 15–21. You still have time to plan something small. Make it official by sharing what you're committing to: survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50593279/... #CRDConnectionInAction

Gatherings can help deepen trust and allow real community to take root. You don't need a budget or a permit to bring neighbours together. Just a date. Share what kind of gathering you’re planning or find one happening near you: resilientneighbourhoods.ca/connectioninaction #CRDConnectionInAction

📣 Loneliness Awareness Week is three weeks away: June 15–21! 🌟 Across the Capital Region, people are coming together through events and activities both big and small. ➡️ Share what you're planning or find something near you: resilientneighbourhoods.ca/connectioninaction #CRDConnectionInAction

You don't need a budget or a big plan to build a stronger neighbourhood. You just need a few minutes. Small acts of sharing and mutual support are how trust is built. This week, try one small neighbourly act and share what you did using #CRDConnectionInAction.

Social connection isn't just good for the soul; it's also good for the body. 💡 Want ideas for starting conversations and building neighbourly trust? The Hey Neighbour Recipe Book is a great place to start: vancouver.ca/files/cov/he... #CRDConnectionInAction

Most of us want to know our neighbours better, but sometimes just don't know how to start. Here are five small ways to open the door to connecting with our neighbours – awkwardness not necessary (but it’s okay!). #CRDConnectionInAction

Loneliness is a quiet crisis. Connection is the cure, and it lives next door. Join in with us for Connection in Action, a Capital Region campaign running now through Loneliness Awareness Week, June 15-21. Learn more and sign up: resilientneighbourhoods.ca/connectioninaction #CRDConnectionInAction

Join our session with Miko Betanzo, Senior Planner with the City, who will talk about the role of Community Association Land Use Committees in light of recent changes that delegate more decisions to staff and allow for certain applications to avoid public hearings. www.victoriadra.ca/events/land-...

Are you a Downtown resident looking for a way to contribute to your neighbourhood? Join our board of directors and help build community and make sure that the interests of folks who live Downtown are represented at City Hall. Find out more at www.victoriadra.ca/governance.

Governance — Victoria Downtown Residents Association

Dive into the VDRA's governance structure. Read more about the work of our board of directors and its committees, attend a board meeting, or inquire about joining the board or a committee.

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Reserve your spot today for a dream-like multi-sensory experience on November 15th featuring poetry, spatialized soundscapes, and immersive analogue projections! The evening will include sets by spoken word poets Marie Metaphor Specht and Shauntelle Dick-Charleson. www.victoriadra.ca/events/the-s...

The Soft Storm — Victoria Downtown Residents Association

Join us for an evening of poetry, music and analogue projections as we present performances by spoken word artist Shauntelle Dick-Charleson and The Soft Storm Collective.

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Join us for a free outdoor film night on Thursday (Oct 23) at 6:30 pm in the courtyard of the Central Branch of the GVPL. The program will feature several critically-acclaimed short films, including three stop-motion animation films by local filmmaker Iris Moore. www.victoriadra.ca/events/outdo...

Outdoor Film Night — Victoria Downtown Residents Association

Join us for an evening of critically-acclaimed short films, including Seeker Wing, a stop-motion animation by local filmmaker Iris L. Moore.

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The Downtown Residents Assocation will have an entry in this year's Santa Claus Parade and we are hosting an art build on Oct 2 at 5:30 pm in the clubhouse at 720 Belleville St. We'll be making a banner and creating animal masks to be worn in the parade. RSVP at victoriacoolkit.info/masks-and-pu....

The DRA's CALUC is hosting a public meeting on October 15th at 6 pm at 625 Broughton St. This is an opportunity for nearby residents to learn about a proposed development at 617 Broughton, ask questions, and provide feedback. More project details can be found at tender.victoria.ca/webapps/ourc....

Join the Victoria Downtown Residents Association and SOLID Outreach for a free Naloxone training. Learn how to identify the signs of a toxic drug poisoning and administer Naloxone, a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid poisoning. www.victoriadra.ca/events/nalox...

Are you an 2SLGBTQIA+ performer? Do you need a safe space to showcase your talent, find community, and network with other queer artists? Bring your performance to our...QUEER OPEN STAGE!!! www.victoriadra.ca/events/queer...

Check out our June newsletter for details on upcoming events, including our Notes of Pride concert on June 25th, other Pride events in early July, and lots of other cool things happening Downtown this month. mailchi.mp/fdd772d71d99...

Our annual general meeting is happening tomorrow night starting at 7 pm at theDock (722 Cormorant Street, 3rd Floor). We are honoured that Mark Albany from Songhees Nation has agreed to be our guest speaker. Find all the details at www.victoriadra.ca/post/annual-...

Annual General Meeting - April 15

Our annual general meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 15th at 7 pm at theDock (722 Cormorant Street, 3rd Floor). Doors will open at 6:30 pm.We are honoured that Mark Albany (see bio below) has ...

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We're hosting a free screening of the award-winning documentary Singing Back the Buffalo on Apr. 16 from 8 to 10 pm under the east side of the Johnson Street Bridge. Thanks to the City of Victoria, through the Our DWTN Ideas Fund, and Reel Canada for their support. www.victoriadra.ca/post/canfilm...

CanFilmDay Movie Night - April 16

Wednesday, April 16th is National Canadian Film Day and to celebrate we will be hosting a free outdoor movie night under the Johnson Street Bridge. Join us at 8 pm under the east side of the bridge fo...

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Check out our March E-News for details about upcoming DRA events and initiatives, news from the community, updates from the City of Victoria and more! mailchi.mp/8f49a3f6aca8...

Our monthly Queer Open Stage takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month until May. The next one is happening tomorrow night (Feb 19) at theDock (722 Cormorant St) with featured performer Sofia Sol. Doors open at 6:30 pm and performances usually start a little before 7. linktr.ee/queeropensta...

@coolkitvicyyj.bsky.social is launching a new dish sharing program called The Dish Library on Mar. 1 from 12 to 2 pm at the corner of Douglas and Herald. Free food and apple cider, games, and an information exchange. Come learn how to participate in a circular economy that strengthens our community!