Comox Valley Girls Group (CVGG) started in 1999, originally at Comox Valley Family Services, but moved under the umbrella of CVTS in 2006.

Over the years, the groups have evolved to include three different age groups and the development of a Peer Facilitation Training component. CVGG has a unique format combining education and support and drawing on the girls’ lived experience. Media literacy and understanding feminism are focal points. There is no set curriculum; the content evolves from what the participants want and need.

At CVGG, we avoid reinforcing gender stereotypes and we support the girls in discovering and developing their unique selves. Our Peer Facilitation Training model allows older girls/young women to have opportunities to build skills for careers in helping professions, or for personal growth. We also connect with our community as much as possible, providing inter-generational opportunities, and participating in community events.

We do a wide variety of activities: everything from hula hooping to arts-based, yoga, social activism projects, community projects, photography, zine-making, spoken word – whatever activities the girls engage in and we can make happen!

At CVGG, our goal is to provide a holistic and multi-faceted experience for all participants.