Homelessness is a growing issue on the island, and Indigenous people are often disproportionately affected. The Oasis Society is working to help vulnerable people living…
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The Victoria Foundation sponsors a television news feature series with CHEK TV called Vital People. Airing each Sunday on CHEK News @ 5, Vital People shares the stories of people and organizations working on the issues highlighted in the Victoria’s Vital Signs® community report that the foundation publishes annually.
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Vital People: Soap For Hope Canada provides dignity through hygiene
Soap is something most of us probably take for granted, but here at home and around the world, many people can’t afford to buy it….
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Vital People: 45 years on, Victoria Single Parents Resource Centre helps parents in need
With inflation and the high cost of food and housing, many dual-income families are struggling, so it’s even tougher for single parents. But the 1Up…
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Vital People: Victoria creative reuse center fundraises for a new home
SUPPLY Victoria is the city’s first-ever creative reuse center, and it’s helping artists, teachers, and students find affordable supplies. It also helps to divert items…
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