Our Mission
The aim of the Vancouver Island Blacksmith's Association (VIBA) is to provide a vehicle to keep blacksmithing alive and healthy in British Columbia. Our community is always growing and we welcome new smiths of any skill level to join and contribute to our community as a club member or take part in one of our classes.
For details - See our FAQs
What's New
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From: Rob Sainsbury <jrsainsbury@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Nov 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Subject: VIBA: Iron Rich Blood Drive
VIBA: Iron Rich Blood drive
Following approval at the October meeting - VIBA members are being asked to roll up their sleeves for a good cause. This event will be the first opportunity for willing members to come together and donate blood to Canadian Blood Services. For first time donors, donations are done on site so no need to bring it in a bucket, snacks are provided, carpooling will likely be an option, bragging rights for whoever fills their bags the fastest are likely.
Interested members please use this link to verify your eligibility and RSVP the exec (or signup sheet) for your participation. Eligibility Quiz
Donation day - Saturday, November 28th
Location:
3449 Saanich Road
Victoria BC V8X 1W9
Canada
Clinic hours - 830AM - 330PM
All inquiries should be directed to Rob Sainsbury <jrsainsbury@gmail.com>.
- Next regular meeting: Sunday, November 29, 2026 11:00 am Luxton Fair Grounds meeting room. All Welcome.
- No meeting is held during December.
About Us
The Vancouver Island Blacksmith's Association (VIBA) is a non-profit society committed to preserving and promoting the craft of blacksmithing in British Columbia. Our diverse membership, ranging from beginners to professionals and master blacksmiths, collaborates in an active and supportive community. We work together to develop and share our skills at our home shop located at the Luxton Fairgrounds.
VIBA members showcase their craftsmanship through public demonstrations at Country Fairs and Festivals, engaging with both the local community and wider audiences. To encourage the growth of new smiths, we host classes for the general public and skill workshops for existing members, featuring expertise from local and visiting blacksmiths.
Open to collaboration, VIBA welcomes partnerships, exchanges, and shared initiatives with other organizations. Our collective goal is to ensure the enduring legacy of blacksmithing, fostering connections and enriching the craft for present and future generations.