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Generous Bequest Surprises Cool Aid
People often think only the wealthy can leave a legacy through a gift in their will. However, most of us can make a difference for future generations when we pass away by leaving even a small gift - $5-10,000 or 5 to 10 per cent of our estate - to the charities of our choice. Read more...
Look Up! Look Way Up!
On most Monday mornings, come rain or shine, Tom Bearss and a group of Delta Naturalists are outdoors looking up, looking way up. Read more...
Creature Comforts
Richard Smith's initial contact with wildlife began at age four when he got his first pet, a turtle. Read more...
Give us This Day
The Canadian Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating (CSGVP) is conducted across the country every three years by Statistics Canada. Read more...
Testamentary Charitable Gifts
The extensive role of charitable organizations in society is obvious, as is the fact that much of their funding is from private sources. Read more...
Funding Support Needed for Clients
When you reach a time in your life when options and choices begin to disappear, and it looks as if you'll no longer be able to live independently, what thoughts go through your mind? Read more...
Life's Real Treasures: Families and Friends Who Care
Chicken soup when we feel sick. A cold cloth for a fevered brow. Words of encouragement when we need a boost. A huge smile and a hug to share in those moments of joy. That is the magic of having people in our lives that care about us. The people we love and who love us are our most treasured assets. Read more...
A Life of Giving
Working at his office in the quiet Kitsilano area of Vancouver, Mel Zajac Sr. is a fit, handsome man with striking blue eyes that rarely betray the sadness of a father who lost two sons, when they were still in the prime of their youth. Over the last 30 years, he has devoted his life to improving the lives of society's most vulnerable people. Read more...
Living His Dash
Dave Stafford once beat track and field legend Harry Jerome in a 100-yard sprint. He also competed for Canada in long jump at the British Empire and Commonwealth Games in 1954 when they were held in Vancouver. While Dave may have slowed down a little since his heyday, he still lives life at a speedy pace. Read more...
Recognizing Volunteerism
Ten years ago, the first Valued Elder Recognition Awards (VERA) were presented by the University of Victoria's Centre on Aging, marking the United Nations International Day of the Older Persons on October 1st and recognizing the decades of dedication given by seniors to the community. Nominated individuals have to have made an exemplary unpaid contribution to the Capital Regional District for a minimum of 10 years. Read more...
Testamentary Trust
When leaving a legacy to your heirs, consider how they'll receive their inheritance, and not just how much. Read more...
Charitable Giving: It's about more than money
As the richest generation in Canadian history becomes wealthier, people are expressing their generosity through contributions to charities and philanthropic organizations in record numbers. In the past, most people struggled to keep up with the basic expenses of raising and educating their families and did not have the luxury of contemplating significant charitable contributions. Read more...
Now I am Free
In November 2005, Birtukan Mideksa was arrested along with many other opposition politicians and human rights defenders in Ethiopia. She was tried and sentenced to life imprisonment—for peacefully supporting the democratic right to free and fair elections. Read more...
Pilot Project
We could tell you many amazing stories about their 50-year history and the incredible people that they've crossed paths with during that time. We could tell you lots about the wonderful ways in which the BC Paraplegic Association makes a difference. But… we're sure you'd rather hear from someone who has been here from the beginning. Read more...
Leon's Mysterious Childhood Friend
As a child, Leon Bosse didn't spend much time trying to figure out how his parents could afford to send him to The Salvation Army's Camp Sunrise in Gibsons. A week at camp each summer was just part of being a kid. And what a wonderful part it was! Every year Leon eagerly awaited summer and what many children only dream about - canoeing, sharing a cabin with boisterous friends and zip lining over the trees. Read more...
Gifts of Securities Lets Donors see their Legacy at Work
Barbara Vengshoel of Coquitlam has always been committed to good heart health. Her Financial Planner advised her that a donation of securities would not only benefit her with tax savings - as gifts of securities are exempt from all capital gains tax; but would provide her the chance to see her donations at work now. Read more...
Hospice invites the 30th Anniversary wishes from Victorians
Victoria Hospice began in 1980 with a group of individuals committed to improving the quality of care for people dealing with life-limiting illness and bereavement. Now nationally and internationally recognized, it is the third-oldest hospice society in the country. Read more...
The Mel Jr. and Marty Zajac Foundation
Although significant contributions to the community have been achieved to date, there is still much to be done at the Zajac Ranch for Children and many ways you can leave a legacy for yourself or a loved one. Read more...
Planned Giving and the Victoria Hospitals Foundation
The Victoria Hospitals Foundation raises funds to support priority medical equipment needs and special projects at Royal Jubilee Hospital and Victoria General Hospital ― Vancouver Island's two largest and most comprehensive hospitals. Read more...
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