Vital People

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…

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….

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…

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…

For women fleeing domestic violence, the holidays are an incredibly tough time of the year. But the Sole Sisters are hoping to make it a…

A Vancouver Island family that lost a child to cancer is turning their tragedy into something positive. On this week’s Vital People, presented on CHEK…

Thousands of Canadians are waiting for a life-saving organ transplant, and sadly about 25 per cent of the people on that waiting list die every…

The final push is on for Cool Aid’s campaign to buy 10,000 pairs of warm socks for people experiencing homelessness. Kia Victoria is matching donations…

The nutcracker ballet has always been a holiday favourite, and this year Dance Victoria is bringing back the popular Ukrainian Shumka Dancers. Some local dance…

Loneliness and isolation are big issues, especially for seniors. But people over 50 in Greater Victoria can find connection and community at Goward House. In…