Events help us build community.
Wild Art for the Big of Heart
This May, Victoria artist Tanya Bub invites the public to experience a powerful fusion of art, storytelling, and activism with her latest exhibition, Wild Art for the Big of Heart.
Running May 12–31, 2026, this ambitious sculpture show celebrates ten local charities while directly supporting their work: 25% of any Tanya Bub artwork purchase will be donated to a participating charity of the buyer’s choice, transforming each piece into a vehicle for change.
One of the organizations featured is The Thinking Garden, a women-run farm in South Africa whose story Dr. Elizabeth Vibert turned into a wonderful documentary film that new members might want to see on May 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Other members might want to see it again in the context of this exhibit.
More than an exhibition, Wild Art for the Big of Heart is a three-week-long community experience, featuring talks, performances, hands-on activities, and interactive events designed to deepen understanding and connection.
All events are open to the public and free or by donation:
Ongoing throughout the exhibition, visitors of all ages can also take part in community painting and driftwood sculpture activities.
For more information about the show events visit the exhibit information page: https://tanyabub.myportfolio.com/upcoming-shows
We hope you will come to our next General Meeting being held on Saturday June 6th from 1:30 - 3:30.
Enjoy reading the Working Group reports which are attached; they are full of all the activity since our last meeting. Remember, at the meeting itself each Chair gives only a brief highlight of what their working group has been up to and reading the reports will give you the full picture!
The summer is a busy time for everyone and VG4A is no different. At the meeting you will hear more about the Pride Parade taking place on July 12th and Art from the Attic coming up on July 18th, the Card Making Work Bees the Cycle Tour and the Summer Social on August 19th to round things out.
Come early to visit, shop the wonderful items made by our Crafts group and check out a book from the library or buy a book. (Or help set up!) Please bring any exercise clothing or equipment you no longer wish to have for the "free" table.
Don't forget to bring a pen, it's will be important for this meeting!
We hope you can make it!
The Agenda will be posted soon!
Minutes from meeting on April 11th.
General Ledger April 30th
Working Group Reports
Cycle Tour - 2026
Celebrating 20 Years!!
This is the 20th year of the Victoria Grandmothers for Africa Cycle Tour which raises funds for the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. This year the Tour will launch on August 9th and the Grand Finale on September 13th. The funds raised provide support to the grandmothers and their families who are living with the ongoing consequences of the HIV and AIDS pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa.
A registration fee of $20 is required to participate in the VG4A Cycle Tour. Interesting and varied optional group rides have been planned for all different levels of ability. Click Here to see the Calendar of Optional Rides.
Each rider will determine for herself a personally challenging distance or goal to ride over the duration of the Cycle Tour. For the 2026 Tour; regular bikes, e-bikes, spin bikes or stationary bikes are all welcome.
We hope you enjoy cycling the beautiful routes on either the roads or many bike trails on Vancouver Island and perhaps even further afield. This Cycle Tour is a time to make new friends and be inspired by those around you.
Check out our Cycle Tour page for additional information and details.
Sign this Waiver. Scan signed and witnessed waiver and email to: vg4acycleregistrar@gmail.com or mail to: VG4A Cycle Registrar, 1221 Oscar Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2X6. (You may have already signed the Waiver when training rides began.)
Complete this Emergency Contact Form and carry it with you while you cycle.
Please read: Registration Policy.
Please read: Cycling Safety and Bike Sense Guide
Campbell River to Victoria Ride - 2026
The Victoria Grandmothers for Africa Campbell River to Victoria Ride is a three-day event with up to 30 women cycling 275 km. We are supported by Grandmother groups along the way who provide meals, refreshments, and positive energy! Support and the participation of cyclists from all over Vancouver Island and other islands, gives this event its unique character.
This fundraiser, under the umbrella of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, provides support to grandmothers and their families who are living with the ongoing consequences of the HIV and AIDS pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa.
This is a challenging three-day ride for experienced cyclists who are capable of riding at 21-23 km per hour on the flat for an overall ride average of 17-19 km per hour.
Join the 2026 Cycle Tour for $20.
Join the Campbell River to Victoria ride with a registration fee of $495 for accommodations, meals, etc. (As only members of the Cycle Tour can participate it is important that you register and pay the $20 fee for the VG4A Cycle Tour prior to registering for the Campbell River ride). If the cost of the ride ends up being less than $495 you will be refunded the difference.
We have disallowed payment by credit card due to the high cost for a credit card transaction, therefore, please pay by e-transfer, cheque or cash.
This Campbell River Ride is a wonderful experience for all involved and we hope you will join us! More details of the ride can be found Here.
Please read: Registration Policy. Deadline for registration is July 17. Priority is given to members of VG4A and members of BC Islands Region Grandmother Groups.
Sign this Waiver. Scan signed and witnessed waiver and email to: vg4acycleregistrar@gmail.com or send to: VG4A Cycle Registrar, 1221 Oscar St. Victoria BC, V8V 2X6 (You may have already signed the waiver when training rides began or when you signed up for the Cycle Tour)
Please note, registrants must be 55 years of age or older by December 31 of the year of the tour and be a member of VG4A or a BC Islands Region Grandmother Group. Anybody registering for this ride must be already registered for the 2026 Cycle Tour.
