Thank you so much to everyone who participated in our 30th Annual Native Plant Sale! This year’s Native Plant Sale took place on May 3rd and 4th, seeing over 500 visitors and selling more than 5,000 plants. These native plants will go on to support local biodiversity and ecosystem health from people’s gardens.    We were able to raise over $60,000, all of which would have not been possible without our team, our dedicated volunteers, and generous sponsors! All proceeds will support Swan Lake’s mission to conserve and restore Nature Sanctuary lands and waters while inspiring stewardship through community engagement and collaboration. We extend a special thank you to Used Victoria, Abstract Development, and Coastal Community Credit Union for supporting this event.     The Native Plant Sale is a cornerstone of our 50th anniversary celebrations – follow us as we celebrate 50 years of conservation and community engagement.  https://www.instagram.com/swanlakenature/  Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary Society | Victoria BC | Facebook

From May 15 to August 21, every dollar you donate to FED Urban Agriculture Society will be matched - up to $20,000 - thanks to the generous support of one of our community members This means a total of $40,000 will go toward feeding our community - the equivalent of over 11,000 bags of potatoes, enough to provide thousands of nourishing meals. For over a decade, FED has been working to close the gaps in Greater Victoria’s urban food system. With rising food prices and ongoing global challenges, the need is growing and the demand for FED’s work is greater than ever. 22% of people in BC don’t have reliable access to nourishing food 1 in 6 kids live in food-insecure households Lower-income families spend nearly 20% of their income on food Raising a total of $40,000, means FED can: Feed up to 20 families for a full season (20 weeks) Create 60+ garden plots for vulnerable families to grow their own food Educate 300 youth through farm tours and hands-on workshops These numbers represent real people - our neighbours, our friends, our community. Your support is essential to creating a food system that is inclusive, accessible, and sustainable for all. Donate today at http://zeffy.com/fundraising/get-your-community-fed

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Feathered friends and fresh greenery? Count us in! Coastal Community Credit Union was thrilled to support Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary Society with a $500 donation and the use of our corporate tent for their two-day Native Plant Sale event. The best part? We weren’t the only ones showing up to support this amazing cause—an owl made a surprise appearance, clearly approving of the sanctuary’s efforts to protect local ecosystems. Wise move, little one! Supporting our community and the environment is something we’re passionate about, and we love seeing nature thrive right alongside the people who care for it. Here’s to more green, more giving, and maybe a few more unexpected guests next time. #CoastalCommunityCU #SwanLakeSanctuary #CommunityMatters #NatureLovers

Team Acera hit the pavement for the 36th annual TC10K this past Sunday in beautiful downtown Victoria! With...