Power To Be

🌱 Nature at Work with BCI!

💚 Last week, we were joined by two amazing teams from BCI, for a day of connection and service.

🪏 These hard-working volunteers tackled a variety of seasonal tasks at our Prospect Lake site, from gardening and landscaping to culvert maintenance and creek restoration. At the end of the day, they each shared one word that captured the day. Some of our favourites: "Rewarding," "Fulfilling," "Community," "Team," and... "Slugs."

🌿 We're deeply grateful for the help from organizations like BCI, who give their time and energy to support our work and community. This was BCI's sixth time joining us for a Nature at Work event, and each time we have been blown away by their enthusiasm and ability to work well as a team!

💚 Thank you, BCI!

💡Nature at Work: Want to bring your team to Prospect Lake for a day of fun, teamwork, and community impact? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

💚 Last week, we were thrilled to welcome members of the 100+ Women Who Care Victoria committee to our Prospect Lake campus as they presented a cheque for an incredible $32,500 in support of Power To Be, reminding us of what is possible when generosity, community, and purpose come together.

For more than a year, Debbie Peterson attended 100+ Women Who Care Victoria meetings hoping that she would one day have the opportunity to share her story.

When that opportunity came on May 20, 2026, Debbie stepped forward to represent Power To Be and share a part of her family's journey. She spoke about her son Kevin and how, through Power To Be, he found his way back to nature.

To Debbie, the committee, and every member of 100+ Women Who Care Victoria: thank you. Your generosity will create opportunities, experiences, and moments of belonging that will be felt for years to come.

💙 Read the story at powertobe.ca/blog

🛶🧗‍♀️⛺ Do you care about nature, accessibility, inclusion, and community? Would you like to be a part of our story at Power To Be?

Volunteers play a vital role in our work - whether you’re helping with gardening or land restoration, research and data entry, washing lifejackets, organizing our gear hub, or supporting participants during a program, there are endless ways to give back and lend your support.

Join us for an in-person info session where you'll learn everything you need to know about volunteering with Power To Be!

🌱Thursday, August 13, 2026
☀️5:30PM - 7:30PM
⭐4633 Prospect Lake Rd.

This event is the required first step on your volunteering journey here. You will learn about our history as an organization and the wide range of volunteering opportunities from administrative support to events and programs. You'll also have the opportunity to explore our beautiful site at Prospect Lake!

Following the info session, you will receive an invitation to submit an application through our volunteer portal on Better Impact. Those interested in volunteering on programs will be required to attend a full-day in-person training session.

🔗 Visit the link in our bio (or in the comments below) to register! Have more questions? Check out our Volunteer page on our website (also linked in our bio & in the comments below)

We have 10 spots left in this free leadership event for BIPOC youth, hosted in collaboration with Moms Against Racism and UVic Social Work student, Amaru! Scan the QR code to register, or click the link in the comments below. ☀️

Moms Against Racism Moms Against Racism, Canada is a national non-profit. We empower people in roles that guide children and youth to dismantle racism through education, community, and action. lnk.bio/momsagainstracism

🌊 We've had some wonderful days on the water lately!

☀️ In mid-June, a mixed group of participants with a range of accessibility considerations joined us for a sunny day of adaptive ocean kayaking at Island View Beach!

🛶 With the support of program staff and volunteers, and adaptive equipment like the TrailRider, participants were able to access their kayaks through assisted transfers from their wheelchairs.

🦅 One participant who is blind experienced the ocean by touching different types of seaweed, dipping her hands in the cold seawater, and listening for different bird calls.

💙 In our closing circle, we heard from one participant that their favourite part of the day was "just getting away from everything and being on the water.”

💚 This program was one of our one-day Nature Access programs, which focus on outdoor experiences with mixed groups of participants. Activities include hiking, paddle boarding, snowshoeing, kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, and more! To learn more about our programs, visit powertobe.ca/our-programs

🏳️‍🌈We are so excited to be walking and rolling in the Victoria Pride Parade again this year, celebrating the Power To Be… Exactly Who You Are!

💚 Sunday, July 12th, 2026
💙 11AM - 12:30PM
💚 Downtown Victoria (visit victoriapridesociety.org to access the Parade Map and other details)
💙 Disability Resource Centre Accessible Viewing Area at the corner of Wharf Street & Government Street

Whether you’re a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, an ally, or simply dream of a more inclusive world, please show your support by being there (in your 🌈rainbow colours!🌈) and cheering us on, because Everyone Belongs in Nature!

Victoria Pride Society

🖤🤎🩵🤍🩷❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

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