ABCD: Building James Bay’s Strengths - A Three Part Workshop

ABCD: BUILDING JAMES BAY’S STRENGTHS
A FREE 3-Part Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) Workshop Series for James Bay Residents

WHY ATTEND?

James Bay is full of strengths. Neighbours who care, local knowledge, welcoming spaces, and people with all kinds of skills and ideas all help make this community special. This series is about recognizing those strengths and thinking about how they can help our neighbourhood thrive.

Using an approach called Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), we'll focus on what already exists in the community rather than what is missing. Together, we will explore the talents, relationships, local businesses, and shared spaces that make James Bay unique. We will also talk about how these assets can support new ideas and small, community-led initiatives.

If you are curious about your neighbourhood and want to meet like-minded people who care about James Bay, this is a great place to start. Whether it is dreaming up a new mural, starting a community garden, or finding small ways to make the neighbourhood even more welcoming, this series is about connecting with others and exploring what is possible together!

WHO CAN ATTEND?

Anyone who lives in James Bay or feels connected to the James Bay neighbourhood is welcome. Come meet your neighbours, explore the community in new ways, and discover how your ideas and contributions can make a BIG difference!

No experience or background knowledge is needed. Just bring your curiosity, your perspective, and a willingness to connect with others. We will have a lot of fun!

THE 3-PART ROADMAP

PART 1: SEE THE STRENGTHS AROUND YOU
Thursday, May 7th | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
James Bay New Horizons, 234 Menzies St

Kick off the series by learning more about Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD). Through group activities, we will explore the talents, skills, and “treasures” in our community, helping to map and highlight James Bay’s unique character and discover the potential for community-led projects.

PART 2: THE COMMUNITY WALKSHOP
Saturday, May 23rd | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Meeting Location: TBD

Take a guided walk-through James Bay to experience the neighbourhood through an Asset-Based lens. The Walkshop will be about 90 minutes and may include some uneven terrain.

PART 3: FROM ASSETS TO ACTION
Thursday, June 4th | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
James Bay New Horizons, 234 Menzies St

In the final session, we’ll explore possibilities for using our shared strengths, reflect on what we’ve learned, and explore different ways to connect residents and inspire positive action.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This event is hosted by the James Bay Neighbourhood Association.
Website: jbna.org
Instagram: instagram.com/jbna_victoriabc/
Facebook: facebook.com/jamesbayneighbourhoodassociation/

All sessions are free to attend. For questions or more information, please contact the JBNA Community Coordinator at: [email protected]

Advance registration is required as space is limited. Please note: No pets are allowed at any session, including the Walkshop.

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