Our Learning Environment

Established in 1964, the Victoria Conservatory of Music is an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming learning environment for the whole community. Students of any age, any instrument, and any level can explore their creative talents in a wide range of classes in Classical, Contemporary, Music Technology, Early Childhood Music, and more.

Respectful Learning Environment

Anti-Harassment Policy

We are committed to a respectful learning environment for employees, staff, students, faculty, volunteers, contractors, and visitors. We recognize the shared responsibility to create a space that is free of harassment, including sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying, and violence. Our instructor-student policies and practices aim to match current best practices nationwide.

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Dispute Resolution Policy

It is the desire of the Victoria Conservatory of Music to provide an effective and consistent process for responding to complaints of disrepectful behaviour.

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Inclusion and Culture

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement

All are welcome at the Victoria Conservatory of Music, where we believe that music is a universal language that can bring people together in hope, love, equality, compassion and mutual respect. Our 150+ team of music instructors and staff represent many cultures, identities, and abilities.

Through our scholarships and bursaries support, the Conservatory promotes access to all who express an interest in learning music, regardless of financial means.

Through our commitment to lifelong wellness through music, we welcome participants of all ages and abilities, especially those experiencing any of a wide range of health considerations or exceptionalities, to experience an improved quality of life through the therapeutic use of music.

We proudly play host to one of the nation’s leading stages for professional 2SLGBTQIA+ performance, the Metro Studio, operated by Intrepid Theatre within our Victoria location.

As a music school for the whole community, we remain committed to providing an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming learning environment. We stand in solidarity against racism and intolerance and embrace the shared responsibility to create a safe space free of discrimination.

We aim to respond to all suggestions to maintain a supportive environment for all who engage with the Conservatory. We take a continuous improvement approach in addressing barriers to participation where everyone belongs regardless of gender, age, sex, race, class, religion, ethnicity, ability, language, sexual orientation, or gender.

On Site Safety

Campus Walk Program

The Campus Walk Program offers a walking partner to accompany an individual from inside the Conservatory downtown building to the passenger pick-up zone on Johnson Street. 

Visit or call the Front Desk at 250.386.5311, or if closed, phone the Custodian at 250.812.6134. After the call, wait for the walking partner inside the building at the location you specified.

Health Safety

Building Air Purifiers

The Victoria Conservatory of Music is a clean-air facility, proudly protected by the JADE Air Purifier. JADE Air Purifier is one of the World’s Most Advanced Premium Commercial Grade Air Purifiers.