Racial Equity

An elderly woman smiles at the camera while attending a weaving class at the Inter-cultural Association of Greater Victoria

Building an inclusive society for all

Addressing structural and systemic inequalities is essential to building a just, inclusive and equitable society for all. Removing barriers and ensuring equal access to opportunities helps people from all cultural backgrounds thrive. There are many equity-deserving and equity-serving organizations uplifting Black, Indigenous and People of Colour in our community. Their programs and services address the impacts of colonization, provide anti-racism training, facilitate community learning initiatives, deliver Indigenous youth services and more.

Visit Victoria’s Vital Signs Digital Report to explore local racial equity data

Sustainable development targets

16 - Peace, Justice and strong institutions

Support Racial Equity

There are a number of ways you can support racial equity in our community, including:

Donate to the Racial Equity Community Action Fund to pool your funds with other donors’ gifts. The funds are then granted strategically to many organizations within the cause area through the Community Grants Program and other equitable granting initiatives.
Set up a Donor Advised Fund to support a cause of your choice.
Support a Hosted Organization Fund.

Facilitating Action and Connection

Transportation is key to community support which is Hulitan Family and Community Services Society purchased of a van. Their transportation services cover from Port Renfrew to the Saanich Peninsula, both on and off reserve. For communities like Tseycum First Nation, where not many people drive, accessing safe and reliable transportation is vital.

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Pulling Together to Build Community at Bayside Middle School

At Bayside Middle School in Brentwood Bay, they’ve found a unique way to bring community together while working towards truth and reconciliation: paddling war canoes in the Bayside Canoe Club. The program began after the vice principal noticed a lack of Indigenous students joining sports teams.

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