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Committed to improving quality of life on the Saanich Peninsula by promoting and increasing responsible, effective and accessible philanthropy.

11/03/2026

Community donations are helping ensure cleaner water in the Saanich Inlet. This summer the Saanich Inlet Clean Water Society, in collaboration with and the , brought Pumpty Dumpty back to the Bay. Pumpty Dumpty offers a free mobile pump-out service for boaters throughout the Saanich Inlet, making it easy to dispose of sewage safely, addressing the high bacteria readings the Inlet had been recording. SPCF Board members were thrilled to visit the unique pump-out boat and present a $2,000 grant towards operations. Supporting a cleaner environment, as well as access to services that might otherwise be cost-prohibitive, feels like a win-win for our Foundation. Find out how we're growing a better community with your help: https://sp-cf.ca/

10/21/2026

💙 For the Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation, supporting local organizations means helping address real needs in our community, including helping vulnerable youth thrive. That is why we are proud to support Take a Hike Foundation with a $5,000 grant for its Saanich Program this year.

For young people who struggle in traditional school environments, learning does not always happen best inside a classroom. Take a Hike combines education, mental health support, and land-based learning to help youth discover their strengths and develop the tools they need to navigate life’s challenges.

This past May, local youth put their skills into practice on a three-day, two-night trip to Montague Harbour on Galiano Island. Staff worked with youth on practical skills such as setting up tents, tying knots, packing, and planning meals. Returning participants are encouraged to support newer youth, creating opportunities for peer connection and leadership.

As one participant shared: “Every time I smell a campfire I think of all the memories I’ve had being outside, and learning outside. The things I learn outside usually stick. The more time I’m off my phone, the more memory I have.”

Through the generosity of our donors, SPCF is proud to support opportunities that help local youth discover their strengths, build meaningful connections, and experience the confidence that comes from trying something new.

Read the full story in the October issue of Seaside Magazine or online: https://sp-cf.ca/success-stories/

09/23/2026

Through grants to Backpack Buddies, the Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation is helping provide local children in need with nutritious, kid-friendly food to take home when school is out.

This year, 143 children across Brentwood Bay, the W̱SÁNEC School Board, Sidney, North Saanich, and Saanich are receiving weekend food bags.

We’re grateful to our donors who make it possible for SP-CF to support organizations like Backpack Buddies and make a direct difference in the lives of local families.

Read the full story in the September issue of Seaside Magazine or on line at https://sp-cf.ca/success-stories/ to learn more about the impact of this important program.

08/18/2026

We’re very excited to support Take a Hike Foundation's Saanich Program, helping local youth experiencing vulnerability build confidence, connection, and new skills through outdoor experiences.

At the end of May, youth from the program headed to Montague Harbour on Galiano Island for a three-day, two-night adventure. Time in nature, away from the classroom, creates opportunities to discover what they’re capable of.

We’re proud to support programs that help local youth feel connected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Pictured: Glenallen Christo (Youth Worker), Raynah McIvor (Teacher), Janis Jean and Charlie Long with SPCF, Amber Allen (Mental Health Clinician), Tristan Tjosvold (Program Manager)

08/17/2026

💙 Big Cheque Presentation Day!

We were proud to present a $5,000 grant to Human Nature Counselling Society.

As Executive Director David Segal shared:

“The Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation’s support helps make it possible for us to bring mental health counselling directly to vulnerable youth who otherwise would have gone without it. Over 850 hours of service and 50 youth reached. Those are real kids, in real schools, getting real care. We are grateful to SPCF for believing in this work and in the community it serves.”

We’re grateful to our donors who make grants like this possible and help local organizations make a real difference in the lives of Peninsula residents. 💙

Centre: David Segal, with Charlie and Tim from SP-CF

07/28/2026

Another Big Cheque Presentation Day! We were proud to present a $1,900 grant to the Peninsula Celebrations Society, a volunteer-run organization that has been bringing our community together for more than 40 years.

This year's grant helped support one of the Peninsula's favourite traditions: the 10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Dominion Brook Park. On a beautiful sunny April afternoon, up to 2,000 children and their families came together to enjoy an afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and chocolate eggs!

We're proud to support organizations like the Peninsula Celebrations Society that create opportunities for families in our community to connect and make lasting memories.

Together, we're growing a better community, grant by grant. 💙

07/23/2026

📸 Big Cheque Presentation Day!

We were delighted to present a $3,850 grant to the Sidney Museum in support of their new waterfront interpretive panels.

Pictured are Charlie and Tim from the Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation with Michael Goodchild, Executive Director of the Sidney Museum and Archives.

The new panels build on the original waterfront displays by sharing a broader range of stories that reflect the many cultural, economic, and natural influences that have shaped the Saanich Peninsula. They also include traditional W̱SÁNEĆ stories, helping residents and visitors connect more deeply with the history of the place we call home.

Through the generosity of our donors, we're proud to support projects that preserve our local heritage, celebrate diverse voices, and bring our community's stories to life.

Coming soon: read our story about this great project in the August issue of Seaside Magazine 💙

07/21/2026

📸 Big Cheque Presentation Day!

We were delighted to present a $3,000 grant to Balfour's Friends Foundation in support of their Compassion for Companions program.

Pictured are Scott Treble, Vice President, and honorary cuddle ambassador Holly, along with Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation board members Janis and Charlie.

This grant will help provide financial assistance for essential veterinary care, ensuring that low-income pet owners can keep their beloved companions healthy and at home.

We're proud to support an organization that helps keep people and their pets together. ❤️🐾

Read more about why we love BFF, on our website https://sp-cf.ca/helping-keep-best-friends-together/

07/06/2026

📸 Big Cheque Presentation Day!

We were delighted to present a $3,000 grant to the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea. Here we are with Tina Kelly, Director of Learning & Communications, and Rowan, one of the Centre's Visitors Experience Team.

The grant supported this year's World Ocean Day Celebration, held last month in Beacon Park along the SETINES/Sidney waterfront. The event brought our community together for a day of discovery and fun, featuring science and conservation exhibits, art stations, touch pools, games, interactive activities, and more.

We're proud to support this community event that connect people of all ages with the incredible Salish Sea. 🌊💙

06/30/2026

📸 Cheque Presentation Day!

We were pleased to meet with Sam, Executive Director, and Carissa, Director of Client Services, from the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre (VSAC), one of our 2026 grant recipients.

Their $5,000 Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation grant will support VSAC's Volunteer Wellbeing and Community Initiative, helping to reduce volunteer burnout, strengthen volunteer retention, sustain 24/7 crisis response for Peninsula residents, and support the dedicated frontline responders who help survivors when they need it most.

Peninsula residents rely on VSAC as the region's specialized sexual assault service provider. Research shows that when survivors receive a compassionate first response, it can have a profound impact on their long-term recovery.

We're proud to support organizations making such an important difference in our community.

Learn more about the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre at https://www.vsac.ca/.

Address

9768 Third Street
Sidney, BC
V8L3A4

Telephone

+12506860260

Website

http://www.sp-cf.ca/

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