Be A Kid
Because Every Child Deserves to
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play freely,
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laugh loudly,
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and explore the wonder of the world in a joyfully inquisitive way.
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Every child deserves the opportunity to try something new, connect with community, and do so without the judgmental and scrutinizing gaze of the people around them. Unfortunately, for Black, Indigenous and Children of Colour, they often don't get these opportunities.
BIPOC Kids often face barriers when it comes to… being a kid. Barriers to participating in activities like finances, travel, time, lack of knowledge, stigma, fear for safety, and even just feeling like they’re going to stick out or be the only racialized kid there.
About the Program
Thanks to 2024/2025 funding from the Government of Canada, each month we invite BIPOC Kids, and their immediate support system, to join us for a new activity.
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For children who identify as BIPOC and/or have racialized ancestry.
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White passing kids and white support system individuals are welcome.
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Currently meeting in the Greater Victoria and surrounding areas.
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Free to participate. Donations welcome when financially possible.
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Thank you to our 2023/2024 sponsor, Victoria Foundation Community Grants Program.
2024 Activities
We are currently booking some super fun activities for the upcoming months. Below is what we are currently offering for 2024:
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April 2024 - Roller Party with Marty's Roller Parties
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May 2024 - Art Party at the McTavish Academy of Art
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June 2024 - Paddle Boarding with Paddle N Go
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July 2024 - Make a Splash at Beckwith Park
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August 2024 - In the Forrest with Human-Nature Counselling Society and Power to Be
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September 2024 - Be A Kid Family Camp, 2 Nights at Keats Camp, Keats Island
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To register, please visit our events page.
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If you or the BIPOC kiddo in your life has a specific activity they would like to do surrounded in the safety of an affinity group, please email us to let us know.
2023 Activities
During our Be A Kid pilot year, we were able to offer:
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April 2023 - Victoria Bug Zoo
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May 2023 - WildPlay Victoria
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June 2023 - Tie-Dye Fun
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July 2023 - Make a Splash at Beckwith Park
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September 2023 - 2 Nights at Tribune Bay Outdoor Education Centre, Hornby Island
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October 2023 - Pumpkinfest at Galey Farms
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November 2023 - On the ice at G.R. Pearkes Arena
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December 2023 - Cultural Treat Exchange
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Thank You Activity Sponsors
Thank you to the wonderful organizations who have partnered with us by providing discounted activities, supplies, food and drink, and more. Your support has helped us offer even more opportunities for racialized kids to... be a kid.
