Oak Bay Half Marathon
We’re proud to be a charity of choice for the 2026 Oak Bay Half Marathon — one of BC’s most scenic and best-loved running events. Whether you’re taking on the...
Jesse’s House will give Island families a place to stay when travelling to Nanaimo for their child’s health care.
Your generosity makes it possible for us to say to Island families, “we’re here”, and to invest in the programs and initiatives that make the biggest difference for kids Islands-wide.
Why Mary has chosen to support the future care of Island kids
In her 80s, Mary is sharp as a tack with a warm energy and an enviable memory. Having lived a life like hers, making her way around the world, it’s…
Designing a more accessible world
For aspiring interior designer Pyper, the future is filled with possibility. Heading into her final year of Northern Alberta Institute of Technology’s Interior Design Technology program, Pyper is turning her…
One couple’s legacy for Island kids
Jean Oakman lived a life rich with music, friendship, and quiet generosity. Born in Ontario in 1940, she grew up with a love of learning and caring for others. She…