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Downtown Community Activity Centre

Victoria Cool Aid Society's Downtown Community Activity Centre recreational services, rental downtown venue, computer access and voice mail.

Contact Information


Address: 755 Pandora Avenue, Victoria BC, V8W 1N9
Telephone: 250-383-0076
Fax: 250-383-1639
Email

Hours of Operation

Open weekdays 9 am to 12 noon, and 1 pm to 3 pm
Closed for lunch from 12 pm to 1 pm Monday to Friday

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Programming

The gymnasium, kitchen and courtyard are available for rentals any day of the week. Please see below for more information.

In addition to facilitating events for private groups, some of our renters provide programs or events that are open to members of the public. Cool Aid staff and volunteers also routinely organize special events and on-going drop-in programs for the benefit of the local community.

Current daily drop-in programs:

  • Free Internet and computer games during regular hours
  • Coffee in the mornings

Weekly programs currently offered:

  • Drop-in floor hockey starting Tuesday, September 15 @ 1-2:30 pm
  • Every Step Counts running program Tues / Thurs @ 3-4:30 pm and Wed / Fri @ 3:30-5 pm

Under development:

  • Yoga

Please call or stop by regularly to find out about what’s going on at the centre, as schedules may vary.

 

Downtown Meeting Room and Gym Rentals


The Downtown Community Activity Centre supports community activities that focus on healthy living, health promotion and social diversity. We offer rental opportunities seven days a week to diverse groups and individuals for various private and community events.

Our facilities are available for rental to any individuals, groups and organizations seeking an open, welcoming and centrally-located venue to host their events or community programs (available for short and long-term rentals).

We offer for rent at affordable rates a mid-size gymnasium space, a non-commercial kitchen, and an outdoor courtyard. See below for room dimensions and capacity.

Our facilities have been host to a variety of programs and events, including Kindergym, Tai Chi & Martial Arts classes, Basketball, Volleyball, Annual General Meetings, Art and Music classes, Yoga, Seminars and Workshops, Sports and Recreation, Public Meetings, Corporate Team Building, Community Kitchens and other Special Events. Call 250-383-0076 today for more information and to book your space.

Facility Rentals


Facility
Space/Dimensions
Rental Rate

Gymnasium

Capacity: 185

Approximately
34' x 65'

(2210 sq ft)

$30/hour
(day time rate)

Rate: $35/hr (evenings 6 pm - 10 pm)

Outdoor Courtyard

Approx. 30' x 60'

(1800 sq ft)

$15 flat rate with
Gym rental 

Kitchen
(Non-Commercial)

Approx. 4' x 10'

(40 sq ft) 

$15 flat rate with
Gym rental

 

 

 









 

 

 

Special full evening and full day rates are also available. For details please call 250-383-0076 or email the Downtown Community Activity Centre.

 

Voice Mail Service


The Victoria Voice Mail service is a 24-hour, 7-day a week automated voicemail service, which offers an inexpensive alternative to phone and cellular service. The voice mail service allows people (such as employers, family and friends) to stay in touch with you, and is accessible from any touch-tone phone.

Cost

Victoria Voice Mail Service costs $5 per month, payable in advance. There are no fees for connection, disconnection or reconnection. No equipment such as phones, answering machines or pagers need to be purchased.
System

The system is easily used from any touch-tone phone. Your messages can be picked up anytime: 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Your messages are protected by a security code.

Registration

You can register in person at the Downtown Community Activity Centre, 755 Pandora Avenue: new registrations are activated the same day. You will be assigned a phone number and a private extension or box number. Identification, credit checks, security deposits and co-signers are not required.

Service

Registration, payments and answers to questions are available 9 to 12 pm and 1 to 3 pm, Monday to Friday at 755 Pandora. Contact the Downtown Community Activity Centre for more information.