Volume Studio Gallery Ltd.

10/09/2024

06/09/2024

"Dean sits down with Donna Hais: Chair for the advocacy group called “Fair Care Alliance, whose mission is to ensure that all people North of the Malahat have access to culturally appropriate and comprehensive, tertiary healthcare in Nanaimo on the traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation”

Dean sits down with Donna Hais: Chair for the advocacy group called “Fair Care Alliance, Who’s mission is to ensure that all people North of the Malahat have...

04/09/2024

As World Su***de Prevention Day approaches, we would like to share with you this flier from the Vancouver Island Crisis Line. Join their free event this Sunday, September 8th.

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31/08/2024

28/08/2024

Thrilled to share the incredible lineup of visual artists featured in our ‘Jazz Me A Note’ Exhibition! Each artist brings a unique perspective and creative flair, contributing to the beautiful synergy of art and music.

Join us in celebrating their amazing work at the exhibition:

‘Jazz Me A Note’ Exhibition
September 7 to September 14
11 AM to 5 PM

Exciting News! Meet Our Talented Visual Artists!

Featured Artists: Mary Ann Fleming, Johanne Galipeau, Eileen Williamson, Andrea Bruecks, Gerda Hofman, Rod Corraini, Dee Fontans, Joel A Prevost, Frank Janzen, Denny Pr.ovost, Eli St. John

Vancouver Island Sculpting Studio, 294 Harwood Rd, Nanaimo.

28/08/2024

Meet Alicia, one of our Project Rise participants.

Project Rise is a program of Island Crisis Care Society aimed to deliver pre-employment and employment skills training and work placement opportunities to people who have experienced homelessness but are now ready to re-integrate more fully into independence and community life.

Find out more about Project Rise, including how to apply, on our website:

https://www.islandcrisiscaresociety.ca/programs/project-rise/

27/08/2024

ACT3 - Cathy Holmes interviews Jennifer Short from Island Crisis Care Society to talk about their upcoming event - "Creating Hope Art Gala"

Get your tickets today and support those in need in our community.

It is time to party! This gala will raise money for really important programs including the David's Place Supportive Recovery Program and other programs off...

26/08/2024

Roughing It 2024 Register Now Save the Date:September 20, 2024at 6:00 pm $425 of $50,000 raised Roughing It 2024 Harewood Lacrosse Rink Harewood Centennial Park 740 Howard Avenue The Countdown Begins! Day(s) : Hour(s) : Minute(s) : Second(s) Roughing It is a one-night event where community members s...

22/08/2024

🌟 Ways to Support Roughing It! 🌟

Looking for ways to make a difference in the fight against youth homelessness? You can support our Roughing It event by simply dropping by and getting involved! 🙌

💰 Donate: We will be accepting monetary donations at the event, so feel free to contribute what you can to support our housing programs for Nanaimo’s youth.

👋 Drop By: Come by between 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm on September 20th to see what Roughing It is all about, meet our incredible team, and learn more about how you can help.

Every bit of support makes a difference. Join us in creating a brighter future for vulnerable youth in our community! 💙

20/08/2024

We're getting ready to share some BIG news about what we've been working on in the former Nanaimo Bakery space for the past few months...but first, we need to make some room for the changes! Mark your calendars for our HUGE clearance sale - Aug 22-24! Lots of great items up for grabs - commercial bakery and cafe supplies, packaging and much more!

20/08/2024

Want to support the community this fall.

The Creating Hope Gala (Island Crisis Care Society) is the one to attend.

October 5th - Vancouver Island Conference Centre

" Join us for an evening of art, music and community! Enjoy live music from Nanaimo locals From the Earth and Victoria locals The New Groovement along with original artwork created by our supportive housing clients and members of the community. Not only will be an uplifting evening, but you will also know that you have helped support those in need. All proceeds from this event will go to support our newest initiative, David’s Place Recovery Program that will provide supportive recovery at no cost to those in need."

Together we can make a positive change in Nanaimo.

13/08/2024

Another great event with a great initiative, get involved now!

Supporting Nanaimo‘s at risk youth

Roughing It 2024 Register Now Save the Date:September 20, 2024at 6:00 pm $425 of $50,000 raised Roughing It 2024 Harewood Lacrosse Rink Harewood Centennial Park 740 Howard Avenue The Countdown Begins! Day(s) : Hour(s) : Minute(s) : Second(s) Roughing It is a one-night event where community members s...

13/08/2024

br> Thank you for choosing to submit a piece of artwork for the Creating Hope Art Gala showcasing this year’s theme – Courage. We are appreciative of all the time and thoughtfulness each artist has put into their work.

11/08/2024

October 5th 2024

100% non-profit gala - get your tickets today!

Island Crisis Care Society:

Vision:
To provide shelter and care for those in need.

Mission:

Help meet the immediate physical needs of those who come to our doors.
Provide affordable housing for low and moderate income households.
Provide counsel, guidance and prayer to aid those in need.
Develop and provide programs to improve the quality of life of those who seek our help.
Recognize that the whole person (body, soul and spirit) needs care.
Bring comfort through the provision of quality care.

Get your tickets today and support those in need in our community.

https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E346890QE&id=31

13/06/2024

Remembering all that was magnificently SHINE.

Thinking about the thousands of local hairstylists, makeup artists, fashion designers & retailers, models, actors, dancers, drag artists, circus performers and more along with the entire SHINE / Volume Studio team who volunteered in the spirit of giving back.

Because of all of you, we helped remove the stigma related to HIV / AIDS and mental health / addiction while raising funds and awareness for the organizations / societies / foundations / non profits we aligned with.

The SHINE / Volume Studio team and all those who forged together and contributed realised that paying ourselves would mean less for those in need.

For all those who were involved, for all that volunteered and gave freely of themselves, be proud of the difference you made.

Your legacy changed lives.

18/05/2023

I am very honoured to be part of this heartfelt production celebrating inclusion, diversity and acceptance.

Thank you Joycelyn, Todd and the Nanaimo SHAW team for creating this piece to highlight SHINE.

Join host Elmaz Wilder this Thursday for Spotlight Features: Celebrating Pride, a collection of stories highlighting the perseverance, resilience, and progre...

18/05/2023

I’m very honoured to be part of this production. Thank you Jocelyn, Todd and the SHAW team for putting this together.

25/04/2023

I am inviting you to join us for a free breakfast while making a donation in support of at-risk women in the community through compassion and kindness by attending a heartfelt community event.

Did you know that 51% of the population that are homeless on the streets of Vancouver Island are women.

Being homeless has its challenges, imagine if you will how difficult it is to be a woman on the streets. The safety and basic needs are endless with minimal resources.

AVI Health & Community Services - Nanaimo Health Centre is an organization that is dedicated to empowering women in need through mutual support and collective action.

They need your help!
Read more about the RED Heart Breakfast in the PDF attached to learn how you can support women in our community.
Join us and SHINE a spotlight on mental health.

By attending the RED Heart Breakfast and donating to AVI, you will become a part of our RED Heart Circle of Supporters. The Circle of Supporters is composed of donors who care deeply about AVI's mission and choose to be involved by donating this heartfelt community event.

Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../red-heart-breakfast...

15/04/2023

John Ferrie:
Vancouver, British Columbia has been his home since he was born. John studied art at Emily Carr College of Art and Design and graduated in 1988.
His love of Vancouver and life on the west coast inspires him. Images flow in whimsy – sweeping brush strokes, fearless colour choices, and intrinsic detail. His medium is acrylic paint on canvas, stylized and potent, in jewel-toned expression. John endeavours to give his subjects their own voice through organic shape and mild deconstruction, evoking this ever evolving part of the world. John's passion for painting drives him. Each piece is a puzzle, and as the work flows through him, the complex equation unravels.
John has been recognised for his relentless art contributions to aid countless charities throughout his career. John's commitment to community he has helped raise a tremendous amount of funds and awareness for HIV / AIDS, Mental Health and more.
IF you have not had a chance to purchase a John Ferrie paining, check out his new show on April 27th at Main Space Gallery (350 East 2ed Ave.
Having a John Ferrie painting in your home or office makes every day a little bit brighter!

30/03/2023

On Transgender Day of Visibility, we celebrate the transgender, non-binary and Two Spirit people in our families, communities and workplaces. To all the trans people who are our friends, family and community members: we see you, honour you and stand with you.

https://news.gov.bc.ca/28457

10/03/2023

Had a wonderful interview on ACT3 with Dar Debrecen, who is the Health Educator and Wellness Counsellor at AVI heath and community services Centre.

Act3 S02E03 March2023 - This episode focuses on International Woman's Day - but really celebrates women regardless of the day! We have some great guests and...

09/02/2023

Together We SHINE!

AVI Health and Community Services sent us this letter today in regards to how SHINE2022 made an impact.

To all the volunteer artistic community members who forged together in the spirit of giving back, the time and talent you gave to help those in our community was impactful and important.

Communities supporting Communities.

01/12/2022

World AIDS Day is a reminder of the need to still remember another global pandemic that is still with us nearly 40 years after it began.
On this World AIDS Day, let us remember all those who lost the fight, those who are still struggling, and together stand up against the stigma.

15/09/2022

SHINE2022 - The Arts

September 17th - Vancouver Island Conference Centre.

RECOGNIZING SHINE2022 CONTRIBUTING BUSINESSES.

These incredible individuals give with their hearts, time and talent in the spirit of giving back.

“Communities supporting communities”

www.togetherweshine.ca

House Of Dandy:

https://www.instagram.com/house.of.dandy/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/HouseOfDandyTan
https://www.dandytan.com/

15/09/2022

Shine will be held at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre on Sept. 17

04/09/2022

SHINE2022 with Vanessa Pretty & Ashley from Guava

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUftuz4fRUYto

Big shout out to the Nanaimo Retails who are lending us their time and garments in the spirit of giving back.

Literally hundereds of garments being donated for free to this heartfelt community event.

Thank you for understanding the importance of

"Communites supporting Communities"

www.togetherweshine.ca

In this video, Vanessa Purdy talks with the owner of Guava, one of our downtown Nanaimo retailers!Shine is happening September 17, so go buy your tickets now...