An aging population in financial limbo and a housing crisis

Part 4 of the poverty series takes a look at seniors in our community, and just how many are at risk. Read more

As cold weather sets in, shelters open more beds

The temperature is dropping around the region. In response the Extreme Weather Protocol has been called. Read more

The growing concern of the city’s underemployed and underpaid

Part 3 of the Times Colonist’s poverty series takes a look at the working poor in Greater Victoria. Read more

Childhood poverty and the single-parent trap

The second in a five part series tackling poverty in Greater Victoria. Read more

How domestic violence is driving homelessness in Greater Victoria

Part 1 of the poverty series by the Times Colonist’s Sarah Petrescu tackles domestic violence and the connection to homelessness. Read more

For three generations, she’s been a rock for Mustard Seed

After more than 30 years with the Mustard Seed, Fran has made an impact on so many lives. Read more

Growing problem of hidden poverty in Victoria

Introduction to the 5 part series on poverty issues in Greater Victoria.  Read more

Hope finds a home with Sooke housing project

Hope Centre in Sooke is officially open! Read more

Street preacher brings Gospel – and compassion – to Victoria’s homeless

Profile on Rev. Al and the great work he does in our community. Read more

After years on the street, Victoria bluesman finds a home

Remarkable story of one man’s journey out of homelessness. Read more