Upcoming events
Bystander Intervention Training
Bystander Intervention Training
Bystander Intervention Training
September 18 & 25, 2023
6:15pm – 8:45pm
FREE 2-part Anti-racism workshop for everyone
OCA is hosting a significant two-part workshop facilitated by Victoria's Inter-Cultural Association for all those who want to become active bystanders when they witness instances of racism or discrimination in their communities or workplaces.
The tools in this training can be used for any instances needing a bystander to become active, and are relevant for intervention during discrimination on the grounds of race, disability, gender, nationality, class, age and more.
This will be a FREE event
Registration required, food and drink provided
This program is funded by The City of Victoria through the My Great Neighbourhood Grant.
Beats & Bites!
Bystander Intervention Training
Bystander Intervention Training
September 23, 2023
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Come celebrate the end of summer with us at Beats & Bites! Gather the family for a fantastic dinner and take your pick from our exciting lineup of food trucks.
Groove to the sounds of local musicians while you kick back at your table or unwind in the Hoyne Beer Garden.
#1-2827 Belmont Ave - Oaklands Community Center
Oaklands Clothing Swap
Bystander Intervention Training
Oktoberfest at Oaklands
September 23,2023
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join us for a community clothing swap. Bring the clothes you no longer wear for others to find and treasure. Tables will be set up for folks to sort through organized garments.
No registration needed. Admission is by donation.
Please bring your own bags for your findings. All sizes and ages are welcome.
#1-2827 Belmont Ave - Oaklands Community Center
Oktoberfest at Oaklands
Oaklands West Coast Winter Market
Oktoberfest at Oaklands
October 14, 2023
5:30-10:00pm
Our popular sellout event is BACK this year! Oktoberfest festival celebrates all of our favourite traditions of Munich and Bavaria, Germany, including beer, music, food and community!
Each ticket includes a warm bavarian-inspired meal, one drink ticket, and an evening of fun! Sing your heart out with our live karaoke band and celebrate with your neighbours.
$35/ticket (plus applicable fees)
Must be 19+ (no minors allowed). 2 pieces of ID required at the door.
Community Dinners
Oaklands West Coast Winter Market
Oaklands West Coast Winter Market
Next dinner: September 24,2023
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Each month, September through June, we extend a warm invitation to Oaklands residents to join us for our Community Dinner on the last Sunday of the month.
Come join us for a delicious meal prepared by chef Bob, Becky, and volunteers!
Doors open at 5:00pm
Dinner at 5:30-7:00pm
#1-2827 Belmont Ave - Oaklands Community Center
Call to reserve: 250-370-9101
Entry by Donation:
suggested donation $5
Oaklands West Coast Winter Market
Oaklands West Coast Winter Market
Oaklands West Coast Winter Market
November 25, 2023
10:00am - 4:00pm
The Oaklands West Coast Winter Market is back on November 25!
Join us as we host beloved local vendors selling fresh produce, prepared foods, arts & crafts, services and much more!
This West Coast Winter Market help operate our community events! Entrance is by donations (suggested donation $5 per adult)
Story Gallery
Story Gallery
Story Gallery
Date TBD
We invite you to our Story Gallery event! This event will present diverse stories in an 'art gallery'-like fashion, with chances to speak with/ask questions to various storytellers!
We are currently looking for storytellers! This event provides not only an opportunity to be heard but a chance to learn; a chance to expose ourselves to topics which affect everyone in some way.
This event allows the community to come together and discuss topics from each other's lives; It's an opportunity to share your story and listen to others.
email: ed@oaklandsca.com for more info
Thank you!
Story Gallery
Story Gallery
For more info regarding Oaklands Events please contact our Events & Markets Manager at events@oaklandsca.com