Vital Victoria Podcast

Many of us consider Victoria to be a warm, welcoming community where everyone can feel like they belong. And for many, this is likely true.... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #17 – Belonging & Engagement appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

How do you get around Greater Victoria? By car? By bus? Do you cycle? Maybe you like to walk. Chances are you use multiple ways... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #16 – Transportation appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

Anyone who has lived here long enough can tell you, Greater Victoria has changed a lot over the last 10 years. From the number of... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Special Episode – 2019 Victoria’s Vital Signs appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

Every year the Victoria Foundation asks residents to rate how Greater Victoria is faring in a number of key issue areas for the Vital Signs... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #15 – Housing appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

The Victoria Foundation has been publishing the annual Victoria’s Vital Signs report since 2006, but it wasn’t until 2012 that Sports and Recreation was added... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #14 – Sports & Recreation appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

American children’s rights activist Marian Wright Edelman once said, “Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving your community and world better... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #13 – Learning appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

Sometimes it seems like not a day goes by without the cost of something going up. From food to electricity, from rent to insurance, the... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #12 – Standard of Living appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

When we talk about the economy in Greater Victoria, you hear a lot about tourism, industry, the tech sector, but where does the charitable sector... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #11 – Economy appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

From pipelines to plastic, we hear a lot about environmental sustainability these days, and for good reason. Rising sea levels, increasing temperatures, disappearing species of... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #10 – Environmental Sustainability appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

“At least you have your health” is a popular phrase, underlying the fact that when it comes down to it, our health and wellness is... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #9 – Health & Wellness appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

How safe do you feel living in Greater Victoria? With relatively low crime rates and a reputation as a friendly, caring city, many residents rightfully... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #8 – Safety appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

It’s summer and that means it’s time to get outside and get active. But how does our region fare when it comes to sports and... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #7 – Sports and Recreation appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

Is there anything more topical currently in Greater Victoria than the issue of housing? From tent cities and homelessness, to skyrocketing real estate prices and... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #6 – Housing appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

If there’s one thing that Victorians everywhere like to complain about, it’s transportation. Whether it’s bike lanes or downtown parking, bus service or the dreaded... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #5 – Transportation appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

There are a lot of things that go into making a vibrant and healthy community. Arts & Culture, Safety, Learning, Housing, Sports & Recreation… the... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #4 – Economy appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

When we talk about what is essential to our lives – food, shelter, community – arts and culture are often an afterthought, considered a luxury... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #3 – Arts & Culture appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

What’s it like to start a new life in Greater Victoria? Whether you’re heading out on your own as a young adult, or a recent... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #2 – Getting Started appeared first on Victoria Foundation.

What does it mean to belong? It may sound like a simple question, but figuring out an answer can be surprisingly complex. And what role... The post Vital Victoria Podcast – Episode #1 – Belonging appeared first on Victoria Foundation.