Vital People

Tanis and Chris were preparing for the birth of their second child, Coen, in 2010 when a routine test toward the end of the pregnancy…

Vancouver Island is home to some of the most stunning gardens. One of the lesser-known gems on the South Island has a truly remarkable story….

For children and teens, especially those who may be struggling, having a positive role model can make all the difference. Big Brothers Big Sisters of…

The new Victoria Women’s Transition House is now open to help women and children fleeing domestic abuse. This 50-unit complex is secondary housing for those…

The Lions Foundation of Canada is making a positive difference by training service dogs for a wide variety of needs. The non-profit doesn’t receive any…

Art can take many forms, and that creativity will be on display at Mayfair Shopping Centre for Habitat for Humanity Victoria’s annual Open a Door…

That’s a wrap on the 22nd year of The Victoria Foundation’s Vital Youth program! Hear from students from Parkland Secondary as they share how they…

KidSport Greater Victoria helps cover the cost of registration fees so all kids can play sports and aren’t sidelined due to a lack of funds….

For more than half a century, Beacon Community Services has been offering a helping hand. Their focus is on seniors, family support, and preventing youth…

Victoria Grandmothers for Africa partner with community-led organizations in Africa where grandmothers care for grandchildren whose parents died as a result of the HIV and…