The organization operates two centres, in Victoria and Saanich, offering more than 100 different programs and outreach service for those aged 55 and up.
Silver Threads Services for Seniors celebrates 70 years
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Victoria woman cold dips 20 times in 30 days to raise money for the Soweto Junior School
A Victoria woman is doing 20 cold dips in 30 days this April to help raise money for the a vital food program at the Soweto Junior School in Africa.
Brain injury survivor shares her story to help others
Five years after her traumatic brain injury, Tracy Meyers is sharing her story through speeches, a book and virtual sessions in hopes it will help other brain injury survivors and their...
Victoria mentor, volunteer battling stage 4 cancer
After spending decades helping others, Troy “T-bone” Wilson is asking for support as the long time Victoria mentor, volunteer and business owner battles stage four cancer.
49 Below Ice Cream pint sales support Island children battling cancer
The Island Kids Cancer Association (IKCA) and 49 Below Ice Cream have partnered to create a special ice cream flavour where proceeds from pint sales go towards supporting children across...
Long-serving centre helps victims of sexualized violence
For over 40 years, the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre has been helping people deal with sexualized violence, the last decade with a specialized area that operates as both a clinic and an...
Second Chance Cafe creates job opportunity for brain injury survivors
The Second Chance Cafe aims to help brain injury survivors rebuild their lives and get back into the workforce.
Vital People: ‘It’s for everyone’: Itty Bitty Kitty Committee opens low cost veterinary clinic
What started as a small mobile clinic has expanded, as the Itty Bitty Kitty Committee opens a low cost, full service veterinary office. Harbour Veterinary Clinic on Victoria’s Bay Street...
Growing group helps children, families dealing with cancer diagnosis
The Island Kids Cancer Association has been there for hundreds of children with cancer and their families since it was created in 2016.
Peer support key in helping people deal with life’s challenges: non-profit head
Non-profits have come together to form the Lived Experience Professional Network, with funding help from the Victoria Foundation.
Victoria’s Festival of Trees celebrates 10 years at the Bay Centre
A magical holiday display has returned to Victoria’s Bay Centre, celebrating the holidays and 10 years of fundraising for the BC Children’s Hospital. The Bay Centre is celebrating its 10th...
Helmet Heads Canada toy drive in high demand, but donations dropping
The annual Helmet Heads Canada toy drive, bringing toys to children and teens in Vancouver Island hospitals, is facing a drastic drop in donations.