Since 1975, the Mustard Seed Street Church has been helping people in Victoria who are struggling to make ends meet. A new Vital People, from…
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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: Victoria Baroque
The Victoria Foundation supports hundreds of non-profits across Greater Victoria, and that includes organizations that fall under the Arts & Culture issue area of the…
Read MoreVital People: Blood Donation Sweet Treat
At some time in their lives, half of Canadians will either need blood or know someone else who does. In Victoria, until February 15, you…
Read MoreVital People: City Wide Scooters
There are so many ways people give back to their communities across Vancouver Island. For City Wide Scooters, giving back is all about insuring mobility…
Read MoreVital People: Community Grants
Whether a film festival or a restored heritage church, you’ve probably encountered the impact of the Victoria Foundation out in the community. Each year, millions…
Read MoreVital People: Voices in Motion
It’s been proven that music provides many benefits, including simply bringing joy to those struggling with dementia. A new Vital People introduces us to Voices…
Read MoreTimes Colonist Vital People – December 29, 2019
In the latest issue of Vital People, from the Times Colonist and the Victoria Foundation, learn about a Burnside Gorge Community Association program offering support for…
Read MoreVital People: Craigdarroch Castle
Victoria’s Craigdarroch Castle brings the Victorian era back to life. It’s a history buff’s dream, and if you’re looking for an interesting and fun volunteer…
Read MoreVital People: Saanich Peninsula Food Bank
This is the time of year when food banks across Vancouver Island need your help more than ever. And if you live on the Saanich…
Read MoreVital People: ArtWorks
Tuesday, December 3 was the United Nation’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities and here in Victoria, a very special art show kicked off on…
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