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SUMMARY:ON SALE NOW-Get Your Victoria Hospice Spring 50/50 Raffle Tickets!
DESCRIPTION:Buy single tickets for $10\, a three-pack for $25\, 10 for $50 or 50 for $200. The anticipated jackpot is $15\,000 with proceeds split between the raffle winner and Victoria Hospice (tickets available online only)\nWhatever the amount\, you’re a winner when you support Victoria Hospice patients and families.\nTickets will be on sale until Saturday\, May 3 at 4pm. The winner will be drawn on Saturday\, May 3 at 5pm. \nCLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS NOW \nChances are 1 in 20\,400 to win a prize. Actual odds depend on number of tickets sold. Know your limit\, play within it. 19+ to play. BC Gaming Event License #159187
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/get-your-victoria-hospice-spring-50-50-raffle-tickets/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Hike for Hospice 2025
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to invite you to our annual Hike for Hospice on Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\, at its new location – Willows Park in Oak Bay! Join us to help raise critical funds and awareness for Victoria Hospice while enjoying an impactful morning walk with your community. \nThe scenic 3.5 km loop starts and ends at Willows Park\, taking you along beautiful Beach Drive to the Oak Bay Marina and back. \nThere are so many ways to participate: Encourage your workplace to join the Workplace Challenge\, bring along a four-legged friend for their chance to win the “Best Dressed Dog” award\, or Hike on Your Site – wherever suits you best. And if you’d like to volunteer\, your help is appreciated! \nAnd don’t forget to pick up your ticket for the 50/50 draw! \nCheck-in and entertainment at Willows Park begins at 9 a.m.\, opening ceremonies are at 9:45 a.m.\, and the walk begins at 10 a.m. \nRegistration is open! Once you register\, your supporters will be able to pledge/donate to your fundraising page so be sure to share the link. You can also host fundraising events such as bottle drives\, bake sales\, jeans day and more. Need ideas? Visit our Fundraising Tips page for ways you can fundraise before the event. \nDon’t miss your chance to walk in memory of a friend or loved one while raising funds in support of compassionate end-of-life care at Victoria Hospice. \nContact Debbie Greenway for more information.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/hike-for-hospice-2025-2/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, Willows Park\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Walking Through Grief Support Group (8 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Walking Through Grief’ Support Group is an 8-week walking support group\, open to all adults in the Greater Victoria Community who are bereaved after the death of someone important in their life. \nWhile walking at a relaxed pace in the area near the Chatterton Way Community Support Centre\, with the facilitation of a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor and Bereavement Volunteer\, this support group is a way to explore your grief through the movement of walking\, being outdoors in nature\, and by sharing with and supporting other grievers. \nMORE DETAILS \nWhen:  Saturdays\, 1030am to approximately 12pm (the first session will be longer) May 10th to June 28th\, 2025         \nWhere: Walks will begin at the Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way and will follow the Rithet’s Bog loop. \nWho: Limited number of registered participants (adults) who are bereaved following the loss of someone important in their life. Participants will be required to sign a self-declaration form stating they are capable of walking for an hour and have checked in with their doctor if needed. If you are unsure if you can walk this location for this long\, please walk the full Rithet’s Bog loop to see if this is possible for you at this time before signing up for this support group.  \nSessions: Each session will open and close with participants gathering in a circle with a brief discussion round. In between\, participants will head out on an approximately hour-long walk. Except for inclement weather\, sessions will run rain or shine. \nHow: A pre-group intake conversation with a counsellor may be required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time. \nFee: There is no charge to attend this group. As we are a donor-funded organization\, though not expected\, should you be in a position to donate\, please follow the link here: Your support is needed | Ways to donate to Victoria Hospice \nTo Register or to obtain more Information: \nPlease call bereavement services at 250-519-3040 or Email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/walking-through-grief-support-group-8-weeks/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Anneswer To Cancer Soccer Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The World Cup Soccer Camp’s annual Anneswer To Cancer Soccer Tournament brings friends\, families\, and soccer fans together to support Victoria Hospice. Now in its 13th year\, the event has raised more than $650\,000 for compassionate end-of-life care! \nFamily\, friends\, and soccer players will gather for an action-packed day that includes a 12-team round robin soccer tournament and various other events including penalty shots\, a radar machine\, juggling contests\, cut-throat keeper — and back by popular demand…the obstacle course challenge! \nVictoria Hospice is incredibly grateful to all the friends\, family\, sponsors\, and community that repeatedly come together to help support compassionate end-of-life care in our community. Thank you to everyone who organizes and participates in this great community initiative. Your efforts are making a positive difference in the lives of patients and families in our community! \nAnneswer to Cancer is always held the Saturday before Mother’s Day. \nParticipants are encouraged to raise funds by collecting pledges online or in their community prior to the event. \nHow to support this great event:  \nSponsor: The Anneswer to Cancer team is looking for sponsors! Get your logo on the event t-shirts\, website and on the Anneswer to Cancer socials! Interested? Please reach out to Meredith at AnneswertoCancer@gmail.com. \nDonate: Can’t make it to the event but want to donate? You can support this amazing group’s fundraising efforts by donating online. \nVolunteer: Lots of volunteers are needed to help run this incredible event. If you would like to help out on the day\, please contact Meredith at AnneswertoCancer@gmail.com
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/anneswer-to-cancer-soccer-tournament-3/
LOCATION:Tyndall Turf Soccer Field\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8N 3L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-19/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Spinathon cyclists ride for donations
DESCRIPTION:Cycle of Life Tour riders spin for donations to support hospice care on Vancouver Island \nA team of cyclists are going the distance to support compassionate end-of-life care at Victoria Hospice. In August\, they’ll ride more than 200 km over two days around southern Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island in the annual Cycle of Life Tour fundraising ride. \nBut on Saturday\, May 24 and Saturday\, May 31\, the Breaking Wind for Victoria Hospice team will be at Canadian Tire at the Hillside Centre to raise donations for their team. \nDrop by Canadian Tire on Hillside on May 24 or 31 between 9 am and 3 pm to show the cyclists your support! You can also contribute to the team’s efforts on their fundraising page.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/spinathon-cyclists-ride-for-donations/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Fundraiser Garage Sale & Bottle Drive
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all and donate your household goods and bottles for a good cause! Or pick up a few treasures to take home. All proceeds go to Victoria Hospice to support compassionate care and bereavement services. \nBottle drive: Drop off @1034 Loma Linda Drive or bring day of sale. The organizer would be happy to pick up any large donations. \nGarage Sale: If you have items that would would like to contribute to the sale\, please drop off between Sunday May 11 and Saturday May 17. \nCall 250-478-3518 to arrange pick up or drop off.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-fundraiser-garage-sale-bottle-drive/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Grief Café
DESCRIPTION:A grief cafe is a social gathering of people experiencing bereavement who wish to talk about their own experience and listen to the experiences of others. \nWhen you arrive at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, you will be greeted by one of the volunteer facilitators. You’ll be invited to choose a drink or a snack and find a seat at one of the tables. The volunteers will introduce the format of the session and provide some short prompts to help guide conversation at the tables. You’ll have an opportunity to share your own story\, if you wish\, and to listen to the experience of others. \nPlease be aware that these sessions are social in nature and not a substitute for medical care or counselling. \nThere is no charge to attend\, however seats are limited and sessions fill up quickly\, so please do not request a ticket unless you plan to attend. If you have a ticket but can’t attend\, please call and let us know (250-519-3040) so that we can offer your seat to someone else. \nAlso\, this is not a drop-in event so\, please arrive prior to the start so that you have time to settle in. \nSeats may be reserved through the EventBrite link below.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-grief-cafe-20/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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