Helps people access basic resources by providing free, nutritious hot meals, operating a food-sharing program, and offering school meal initiatives, all within a welcoming and inclusive environment
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Supports individuals in meeting their basic needs by providing up to seven free, healthy, and nutritious frozen meals per week, delivered or available for pickup, along with a free store offering produce, bread, and baked goods, all aimed at reducing food insecurity and promoting community well-being.
Offers essential resources to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Saanich, BC, by providing a self-select pantry, grocery gift cards, and home delivery services, all designed to respect dignity and accommodate dietary needs
Through the Frederic Ozanam Centre, offers adults with developmental disabilities personalized supports such as recreational, life skill, social, and volunteer activities (Monday to Friday, with goals set annually) to help foster independence, inclusion, and growth in the Greater Victoria community.
A parent-led organization that supports children with autism and their families through community connection, resources, financial assistance, and advocacy in the Sooke region.
Offers year-round sports and youth programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities, fostering inclusion, skill development, and community engagement through 17 sport programs and two youth initiatives.
Supports individuals with developmental disabilities by providing personalized day programs, life skills training, employment support, and community inclusion services to promote independence and full participation in society.
The transportation supplement is provided to recipients with the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) designation to cover the cost of the bus pass issued through the BC bus pass program, or to assist generally with their transportation costs.
The VDRC empowers people with disabilities by supporting their independence and removing barriers to full participation in life, while serving as a key community resource funded through grants, donations, and other sources.
Victoria Disability Resource Centre (VDRC) is a cross-disability, grassroots, not-for-profit organization run by and for persons with disabilities. We work closely with people who have a disability and with other community organizations to find and remove barriers that prevent full participation in life.