Vital People

Black Friday and Cyber Monday get a lot of buzz this time of year. But you can make a much bigger difference in our community…

The latest issue of Vital People, from the Times Colonist and the Victoria Foundation, explores how the Vital Youth program introduces youth to philanthropy. Also,…

Habitat for Humanity’s 13th annual Gingerbread Showcase kicked off this past weekend and runs until January 2nd. This popular holiday tradition in Greater Victoria helps…

The climate crisis can sometimes make us feel helpless, but volunteers with Greater Victoria Green Team are taking action to make a difference. Learn how…

In this week’s Vital People, brought to you by CHEK News and the Victoria Foundation, Tess van Straaten tells us about the Victoria General Hospital…

Community foundations are a vital part of society, making a big difference across Vancouver Island and beyond. In this week’s Vital People, brought to you…

The latest issue of Vital People, from the Times Colonist and the Victoria Foundation, explores a free program launched by the Cridge Centre for the…

If you’d like to leave money to charities in your Will, but don’t think you can donate enough to make a difference, think again. The…

The benefits of pet therapy are well known. And the Pacific Animal Therapy Society is all about spreading the love. They’ve been making a difference…

The Victoria Foundation released our annual Vital Signs report on October 5. Overall, Victoria is doing fairly well with a B grade. But some areas…