Mustard Seed struggles with drop in donations
The Mustard Seed’s food bank is in need of donations to feed the thousands that use their services.
The Mustard Seed’s food bank is in need of donations to feed the thousands that use their services.
Our Place Society reports an increased need for their services within the Greater Victoria community.
In response to the temporary closure of Mustard Seed outreach programs due to safety concerns, Island IT has donated surveillance cameras, installation and training.
At the Our Place mayoral candidates debate, candidates unanimously expressed belief in the positive impact of safe injection sites.
The number of meals served at Our Place Society dramatically increased from 36,000 in September to 58,000 in October. Read more
Victoria mayoral candidates address issues of homelessness and poverty at Our Place’s candidates’ debate.
The Extreme Weather Response protocol has activated for the winter season – adding mats for those experiencing homelessness during extreme winter weather. Read more
Editorial from the Times Colonist is response to the recent Megaphone report on deaths of those experiencing homelessness. Read more
A comment to the Times Colonist from Cool Aid’s Emma Cochrane. Read more
Victoria has the highest number of deaths per capita among people experiencing homelessness, according to a recent report. Read more