Part of the Good Food Network, Flourish was only started two years ago as a pilot project. But the non-profit is living up to its name and not only flourishing but also growing its impact.
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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 courageous mom of two shares her inspiring journey...
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 to drive them...
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 Program Collaboration stream...
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 the ecosystem. The event...
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 the Gorge Waterway Action Society. It is...
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 supported Tillicum Community School’s hot...
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,...
Vital People: Victoria philanthropist matches donations for Canuch 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 Place Children’s Hospice Light a Life...
Vital People: Threshold Housing Society 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. Proceeds from these thoughtful gifts will...
Vital People: Annual Socks Campaign, Cood Aid Society
Just in time for winter, the push is on for Cool Aid Society’s Annual Socks Campaign. 10,000 pairs of warm socks will be provided for Victoria’s most vulnerable people. To date, 142,520...
Vital People: Sooke Transition House is the only pet-friendly shelter in the CRD
There are very few shelters that women who are fleeing domestic violence can go to if they have a pet. As a result, the pet-friendly Sooke Transition House Society is getting calls on a...