Vital People: The ICA is marking 55 years of helping newcomers to Canada through language programs, settlement services and employment counselling.
‘Once-in-a-lifetime’: Inter-Cultural Association youth attend World Cup game
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Victoria Native Friendship Centre uses grants to bridge communities
Vital People: The centre used Victoria Foundation funding to help Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities build cross-cultural relationships.
Ian Bird: A community in motion
New Victoria Foundation CEO Ian Bird talks about a changing Victoria in his first monthly column.
Endowment funds help keep maritime museum, classic sailboat afloat
The museum’s link to the Victoria Foundation dates back to 1969; it was one of the first organizations to receive funding.
Sandra Richardson: Arts that support community resilience
May is a season of charitable family activities, sports tournaments and neighbourhood events with an artistic flair.
SingYourJoy choirs for young people who want to sing
All are welcome to share their voices with SingYourJoy non-auditioned choirs in the capital region.
Victoria Foundation marks 90 years with $406M in grants
On April 1, the Victoria Foundation reached its official 90th-anniversary milestone, making it Canada’s second-oldest community foundation.
Over 50 years of Victoria Foundation’s support help Vancouver Island youth thrive
The latest foundation grant for BGC South Vancouver Island helps it provide drop-in centres and services focused on 11- to 15-year-olds.
Sandra Richardson: A legacy built on belief
Celebrating ninety years of uplifting community at the Victoria Foundation
SportAbility brings more sports to persons with disabilities in the capital region
Vital People: SportAbility B.C. has brought boccia — an indoor version of bocce ball — and para ice hockey to the Victoria area, in addition to hiring an Island staffer.
Women’s group for trauma healing started at a kitchen table 38 years ago
Vital People: The Bridges for Women Society helps women facing traumatic challenges with employment programs and individual counselling.
Sandra Richardson: Coming together for gender equality
This month, Victoria Foundation staff attended a gathering at Laurel Point on advancing gender equality. Community foundations travelled from all over Canada to discuss ways we’re working to...