Anonymous wealthy couple’s $30-million gift to help homeless in Vancouver
A couple’s donation allows Taylor Manor to operate independent of government support, providing housing for 56 homeless.
Entries by GVCEH Staff
Social Justice not about heroes—just hard work
Jody Paterson, writer and social justice worker, was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Victoria. An excerpt from her acceptance speech.
BC overhauls employment and disability assistance programs
Premier Clark’s changes to BC’s income and disability assistance programs.
Victoria Human Exchange turns 20
Victoria Human Exchange society has sheltered 400 people in emergency and supported housing, and turned 20 this year.
Artist’s talent born on the streets
Recovering addict Evan James copes with life’s transitions through painting.
UWinnipeg first to offer Youth in Care tuition waivers
University of Winnipeg offers tuition waivers to students aging out of care in Canada.
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