
About us
Our Place Society is a community of hope and belonging for Greater Victoria.
What began as a downtown community centre has grown into multiple locations offering wraparound support for people facing homelessness, mental illness challenges, substance use, poverty, and social isolation.
Every day, we serve over half a million a meals and provide more than 500 housing and shelter spaces—along with access to showers, clothing, health care, addiction treatment, education, job training, and outreach.
We walk alongside each person on their journey, meeting them where they are and helping them move forward at their own pace. From survival to stability, Our Place supports transformation—built on trust, compassion, and community.
We invite you to explore Our Place, either in person or through our website, so you too can experience the hope, belonging and empowerment that live here!
Our Mission, Vision and Values
Mission: Our Place offers Greater Victoria’s citizens a place to call their own—where we walk alongside individuals moving from crisis to stability, and from surviving to thriving.
Our Vision: Hope, belonging and lasting change for all.
Our Values:
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Unconditional Love
We are an organization founded on progressive and inclusive Christian values and principles. We believe that everyone should experience unconditional love in a non-judgmental way.
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Hope
We are founded on the belief that each individual who comes through our doors will find inspiration, support, comfort and reasons for hope. We believe in the potential of all and provide opportunities for positive change.
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Teamwork
We value the contributions of our staff and volunteers and our partners in the community, and ensure they are well-trained and supported. We work together as one team committed to our mission, vision and values.
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Belonging
We strive to create a nurturing atmosphere of home and family, where all are welcome and can experience a sense of hope and belonging. We are inclusive. Our doors are open to everyone, without exception.
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Safety
We believe all who enter Our Place should feel secure and free from harassment or mistreatment of any kind. We endeavor to create a safe atmosphere where everyone can experience a sense of well-being and be their true self.