Pharmacies in Victoria, Nanaimo give free rapid HIV tests

Island Health has announced a pilot project where pharmacies in Victoria will be able to test for HIV. Read more

New Hope Centre set to open in September

Hope Centre in Sooke is nearing completion! When done it will house 25 youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness. Read more

Tectorian of the Week: Eric Jordan

Take a look at who was named the Techorian of the Week – our co-chair Eric Jordan! Read more

HeroWork Society Renovation Project

Chek News takes a look at the work being done by HeroWork on the newest Threshold Housing youth building. Read more

Victoria apartment building donated to house homeless youth

Threshold Housing Society has received a huge donation – a four unit apartment building. With a little help from their friends at HeroWork eight homeless youth will soon be calling it home. Read more

Even big back yards have their NIMBYs

Ottawa Citizen article about the Woodwynn Farms and their legal troubles. Read more

Proposed affordable-housing rental building sent to hearing

The Greater Victoria Rental Development Society has big plans for a downtown lots – the creation of a 65 unit affordable housing complex. Read more

Victoria homeless need help to stay cool

Hot weather can be just as dangerous as cold for people experiencing homelessness in Greater Victoria. Read more

Heat puts Homeless at Greater Risk

Our Place Society is asking for sunscreen and donations to help those at-risk during our hot weather. Read more

Saanich council approves two affordable housing projects

Victoria Cool Aid’s Cottage Grove is one step closer to completion. Read more