Soap for Hope Canada is a local charity working to provide essential hygiene products and linens to community facilities serving vulnerable people. They do this…
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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: Rare Cancer Advocacy
The BC Legislature will shine green this Thursday to raise awareness about a rare and deadly form of cancer. In this week’s Vital People, a…
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Vital People: Cancer DriveLine, volunteers needed
The Cancer DriveLine Society is making a difference by providing safe and compassionate transportation solutions for cancer patients in Greater Victoria who don’t have someone…
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Vital People: Good Food Network
The Good Food Network works to promote healthy and sustainable food systems in the capital region, and is one of the Victoria Foundation’s 2024 Community…
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Vital People: PKOLS-Mount Doug salmon restoration
The annual salmon toss event at PKOLS-Mount Doug Park is helping to restore the ecological balance of Douglas Creek by transplanting salmon carcasses back into…
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Vital People: Gorge Waterway cleanup efforts
The Gorge Waterway in Victoria is a popular swimming spot thanks to extensive cleanup efforts. One of the groups that helped make a difference was…
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Vital People: Greekfest gives back through hot lunch programs
It is one of Greater Victoria’s most popular festivals, but did you know that Greekfest makes a difference in the community year round? Greekfest has…
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Vital People: Grassroots Backpack Project provides humanitarian aid to people in need
Niki Ottosen is a professional gardener, also passionate about cultivating community and connection for people experiencing homelessness. The Backpack Project, which started 16 years ago,…
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Vital People: Victoria philanthropist matches donations for Canuck Place Hospice
A Victorian and part owner of the Harbour Cats baseball team is stepping up to the plate this holiday season by matching donations for Canuck…
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Vital People: Threshold Housing holiday fundraiser, 12 days of tea
Threshold Housing is once again hosting their holiday fundraiser, featuring the return of the popular 12 Days of Tea gift box and candle gift sets….
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