Honouring Our Eco-Grief & Gratitude Program
The Eco Grief & Gratitude program was a 5-series program from October to November 2023, held on the land at Power To Be in partnership with Human Nature Counselling.
Empowering Experiences: A Retreat for Moms with BC Children’s Hospital
In November, we were fortunate to offer an important experience for the remarkable moms connected to our BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) Oncology partnership. We headed to Tofino, a beautiful place to connect and unwind, thanks to collaborations with Long Beach Lodge and Pacific Coastal Airlines.
Helijet: Fostering Community and Environmental Stewardship
In the realm of aviation, where the sky is the limit, Helijet has been soaring high not just in the skies but also in community service and environmental stewardship. Two aspects that truly set them apart are their meaningful partnership with Power To Be and their dedicated efforts towards environmental sustainability.
Creating Inclusive Experiences with Capital Regional District
Last year, Power To Be was invited to join a Capital Regional District (CRD) engagement session to discuss their plan for creating modifications and adaptations in five of their regional parks. We are excited to be working with the parks sector to bridge the intentions and practice for inclusion and accessibility. Through partnerships we can collectively remove barriers and create lifelong connections to beautiful spaces and places.
Thank you from Power To Be
Power To Be would like to extend a huge thank you for the amazing support that we received in the past couple of weeks for our pavilion and playspace projects, 25th anniversary events, and other exciting development of our community and spaces. We are so grateful for people who stand behind our mission and show their support in such diverse and purposeful ways.
Have A Go Days with Power To Be – Past, Present, and Future
Over the years, many people in our communities have had the chance to visit Have A Go Days – a free, open-invite, no-registration, drop-in opportunity to visit us, try out Power To Be’s programs, and meet our community partners. As we reflect on our past 25 years, now is a great time to share the story of Have A Go Days in both Victoria and Vancouver: where we’ve been, where we’re at, and where we’d like to go.
Honouring National Indigenous Peoples Month
Tēnā Koutou, Nau Mai Koutou, Kia Ora Tātou Katoa! (A warm and generous welcome, greeting and acknowledgement to all of you reading this post) Ko Tangata Māori ahau (I am a Māori Person ‘visiting’ here on these Indigenous lands and waters of Vancouver Island)
Reflecting on My Experience with Power To Be
As I reflect on the milestones in my life, 2023 holds a special place. It marks Power To Be's 25th anniversary and also 20 years since a car crash that altered the course of my existence. Little did I know that these seemingly unrelated events would intertwine and lead me to discover resilience, hope, and a renewed zest for life.
Program Highlight: 15 Years of Family Roots
For the past 15 years, the Family Roots program has been a core program offering here at Power To Be. Through partnership with Human Nature Counselling, the 5-month program supports solo-parent families living within Greater Victoria, B.C.
The Peterson Family Foundation: Accessibility and the Vision for the Future
Ryan Peterson advocates for inclusion and leverages his creative thinking to drive change in the area of accessibility. Ryan, a prominent name in the BC tech industry, and his wife Monica have a passion for inclusion and accessibility. They established the Peterson Family Foundation to champion a world where barriers are removed, creating an environment that inspires creativity and possibility.