


Unwanted by All, Welcomed by None – A Letter From Andre
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A letter from Andre a resident of Travelodge.
Unwanted by All, Welcome by None
I am writing this of my own accord and opinion and though it may offend some, it is not meant to do so. I am writing from firsthand knowledge and as a witness…

2020 Greater Victoria Point in Time Count Results Announced
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2020 Greater Victoria Point in Time Count Results Announced
"Jul 31, 2020
Victoria, BC– The Capital Regional District (CRD), in partnership with the Community Social Planning Council (CSPC) and the Greater Victoria Coalition…

Spotlight Saturday: Indigenous Homelessness in Canada
Education, Indigenous Homelessness, Resources, Spotlight Saturday
The month of June is an opportunity for all Canadians to learn about Indigenous history together. We celebrate National Indigenous History Month by reflecting on the history, heritage and sacrifices of Indigenous peoples in Canada. It is…


PLAN FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITHOUT HOMES – COVID-19 PANDEMIC, VICTORIA B.C.
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PLAN FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITHOUT HOMES – COVID-19 PANDEMIC, VICTORIA B.C.
"Our Place closed last Tuesday. They are still providing meals, paramedic services, handing out blankets, tents and hygiene supplies and providing access to washrooms.…

LAID OFF AND LOOKING FOR WORK? CHAMBER JOB BOARD LISTS EMPLOYERS LOOKING FOR WORKERS
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LAID OFF AND LOOKING FOR WORK? CHAMBER JOB BOARD LISTS EMPLOYERS LOOKING FOR WORKERS
"Heart Pharmacy, Save on Foods, Island Health, Thrifty Foods, London Drugs – these are just some of the companies hiring right now.
Today the Chamber…

Volunteer training for the 2020 National Coordinated Point-in-Time Homeless Count
Event, TrainingOn the night of March 11, 2020, and throughout the following day, the Community Social Planning Council, with support from the Capital Regional District, the Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness and many volunteers, will conduct the…

Face-to-Face with the Victoria Police Department
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This week the Face-to-Face with Stigma team, a group of facilitators, storytellers and speakers led their second workshop with the Victoria Police Department.
These workshops bring together individuals with lived experience from our…

A Day of Community: Project Connect 2020
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A look into the opening hour of #ProjectConnect2020.
Project Connect is a day of community, human connection and knowledge sharing. We want to thank Brianna Bear, the Executive Director of Oasis Society for opening up the event in…

Victoria considers water refill stations, 24-hour washrooms for 900-block of Pandora Avenue
Archive, In the NewsInitiatives recommended by Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness
At the end of November, Victoria city council approved a request from the Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness (GVCEH) asking staff to consider three initiatives…

Dozens gather to remember beloved Victoria panhandler with emotional memorial
Archive, In the NewsDozens gather to remember beloved Victoria panhandler with emotional memorial
On Friday afternoon, dozens gathered to honour the life of a panhandler who never failed to put a smile on the faces of those who passed by on a daily basis.
“Seeing…
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