National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30, 2023
Saanich Volunteer Services is observing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In honour of this day, our office and volunteer...
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NEWS & UPDATES
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- Sep 15
Enjoy a Moment
Saanich Volunteer Services Society's Board of Directors purchased a new bench and plaque to thank our past executive director, Brenda....
- Aug 31
Meet our New Staff at the AGM
Come to our AGM!
- Jun 24
Bryan Vermeeren, Board President
Passionate about market development, managing projects and building teams, Bryan is excited to help enhance the quality of life for...
- Sep 30, 2022
Support SVSS through our silent auction!
For the month of October, we will be hosting an online silent auction to support volunteer services across the Saanich community....
- Jul 5, 2022
Thank you for an incredible Garden Party
We had a great day celebrating 30 years of service in the Saanich community! Thank you to everyone for coming, with special thanks to our...
- Mar 11, 2022
International Women's Day - Volunteer Recognition in Saanich News
Celebrating International Women's Day (March 8, 2022), congratulations to Donna Zwiers, Sue Howell and Louise Taylor for being recognized...
- Feb 28, 2022
Tax Service Bulletin (2022)
We are happy to announce the start of our 2022 Volunteer Income Tax Program.
- Jan 18, 2022
2021 President’s Appeal Campaign
Thank you to all our donors for making the SVSS President’s Appeal Campaign a huge success! Your generous donations will allow SVSS to...
- Sep 14, 2021
2021 Annual Report
Our 2021 Annual Report is now available online in PDF form. Click below to read it.
- Jul 30, 2021
529 Bike Registry Program
Article by Saanich Police Constable Erin Wagg In 2013, Project 529 set out to create a sustainable program to help reduce bike theft,...
- Jul 23, 2021
Summer Reads for Seniors
The Greater Victoria Public Library has extended their hours at all of their branches! GVPL Customer Service Line 250 940-4875 The GVPL...
- Jul 9, 2021
Barbara & Steve, Friendship Callers
Client and Volunteer from our Friendship Calling program Over forty years ago Barbara left Ontario to settle in Victoria. To say she is...
- Jul 5, 2021
Irish Soda Bread Recipe
Try out this recipe for Irish Soda Bread, contributed by Louise, one of our passionate, long-time volunteers. We love you Louise!
- Jun 28, 2021
We've been 'Berwicked'!
This week, Berwick Retirement Communities dropped off a lovely gift package, on behalf of their staff and residents, thanking SVSS staff...
- Jun 28, 2021
Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
The summertime is a time of fun and relaxation for most people. But for seniors, the heat and sun can be dangerous if the proper...
- Jun 21, 2021
Saanich News: Weekly meal deliveries help brighten the day for Saanich seniors
SVSS has been featured in the news! Visit https://www.saanichnews.com/news/video-weekly-meal-deliveries-help-brighten-the-day-for-saanich...
- Apr 24, 2021
It's Volunteer Appreciation Week!
We are so grateful for all our volunteers. YOU are the reason we are able to do what we do.
- Mar 3, 2021
CRA: Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)
DID YOU KNOW? Saanich Volunteer Services has been operating its Community Volunteer Income Tax Program for over ten years. In 2019, 640...
- Mar 2, 2021
2020 President's Appeal: Donate Today
The president's appeal is a yearly tradition where we ask the public for financial support so we can continue to provide free resources...
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