Fall 2021
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Social Impact Bond - Women's Heart Health Prevention Program
September saw the announcement of the new Social Impact Bond and Women's Heart Health Prevention Program in partnership with The Government of Manitoba, The Vic Foundation, and Reh-Fit Centre.

The program, built on the success of the For Her Heart's Sake project, will aim to reduce heart disease for women in Manitoba through early intervention.
Healthier Futures
Improving Bariatric Care for Indigenous Peoples in Manitoba
 We have recently invested in a new research study at Victoria Hospital’s Centre for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery designed to identify and close the gaps in health outcomes between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, with a focus on indicators such as chronic diseases. 

The study will incorporate traditional Indigenous ways of healing into Manitoba’s bariatric program to improve care for bariatric patients.
6th Annual Miracle Garden Party: Another Blooming Success
This year's Miracle Garden Party took place on September 9th and raised an all-time high of over $163,000!

The sold-out event was held across four local restaurants and blossomed into one of the best evenings in a long time.

The festivities included live music from Nazeem with Special Guests and Garrett Neiles, an interview with Artbeat Studio and a live demo of our Telepresence robots.
Will Power Campaign: Elizabeth Chan
We've partnered with Will Power, a national campaign to educate Canadians on the power they have to make a difference through their Wills.

Our email and social media campaign have put the spotlight on a few of our legacy donors, and their "why".

Our latest social media post highlights Elizabeth Chan, her philanthropic spirit, and why she wanted to be remembered as someone who helped others in need.
Calls For Comfort Dials Up For Season 2
Calls For Comfort is back for another season of connecting seniors with students through weekly phone or video calls.

The initiative is part of the Send a Smile to a Senior program developed by The Vic Foundation and Victoria Lifeline. And the student behind this heartfelt project which aims to combat senior isolation in our community is Fiona Awan.

Fiona's initiative made such a positive impact on both the seniors and students that it is currently recruiting seniors to take part in another session beginning in February 2022.
Live Healthy
November is Fall Prevention Month
Our partners at Victoria Lifeline are launching a Fall Prevention campaign throughout the month of November to help raise awareness about the risk of falling for older adults.

Victoria Lifeline's mission is to empower independence and save lives, so they are offering strategies and tips to help older adults age in place safely.

Read their blog post and follow along on their social media for 30 prevention tips in 30 days.
Message From The Vic Foundation
Your Giving Heart
As we say farewell to our glorious Fall temperatures and welcome Winter’s holiday spirit, I want to thank you for all your heart-filled support.