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Executive Director Don Evans discusses homelessness and poverty in Greater Victoria, and how Our Place is meeting people where they are at, plus offering life-changing opportunities. Originally broadcast on Shaw TV’s Citizens Forum.
Imagine being homeless and every time you see a vacancy for an apartment, the landlord takes one look and says, “We’re full.” But this isn’t the Christmas story, it’s real life for so many Family members — especially the over 30-per-cent of the Our Place community who identify as Aboriginal. To help our Aboriginal Family […]
It isn’t every day that we get to celebrate a romance 20 years in the making here at Our Place. Neither Lisa or Ward can drive. He’s legally blind, she has inner ear damage and hearing loss. They met on the bus 20 years ago and fell in love while sharing daily lunches at Our […]
Carole James, MLA for Victoria-Beacon Hill makes a statement in the British Columbia Legislative Assembly acknowledging the work of Our Place and our Sponsor-a-Breakfast program.
Canadian health officials recommend that women between the ages of 50 and 69 have breast screening mammograms once every two years. However, for many struggling with mental health or addiction issues — or homelessness — regular medical check-ups are almost impossible. But this weekend — the screening came to them. View Video Here
Our Place family members want to wish all our donors and supporters a very, merry Christmas. Discover exactly what your support and donations mean to the people who visit Our Place on a daily basis.
Mayoral Candidates Debate on Homelessness and Affordable Housing – Our Place hosts public debate on issues surrounding poverty in Victoria The issues surrounding homelessness and affordable housing in Victoria affect everyone – not just those vulnerable citizens who are dealing with the struggle on a daily basis. Poverty impacts so many things in the community […]
Demand for a hot meal and warm shelter at Our Place has experienced a dramatic increase this winter. In October alone, Our Place served over 58,000 meals – a 62-per-cent increase from the same month last year. And it’s not slowing down. View Video Here
Week after week, hundreds of volunteers offer their time, and their expertise, to show their support. Veronica Cooper met one of those volunteers, who’s been teaching clients her passion, one knit, and one purl, at a time. View Video Here
Thanksgiving is a celebration of hope, family and belonging – and thanks to your generous support, this was also true for Victoria’s most vulnerable citizens. Your support means your impoverished neighbours were given the opportunity to experience a sense of community – and yes, even family – at this special time of year.
