Reflecting on 2025, thank you to everyone who supported Pacifica Housing.💚 Your generosity and advocacy help ensure people facing crisis are met with care, dignity, and support. The need doesn’t pause, and because of this community, neither does our work. #Housingfirst #YYJ #Nanaimo

The need for housing doesn’t pause, and because of your support, neither does our work. In 2024, Pacifica Housing’s Downtown Outreach Housing Resource Services drop-in centre supported 3,048 people, a 218% increase. Thank you for supporting housing and care. 💛 pacificahousing.ca/donate-today.php

As we close out the year, we’re sharing stories from people who know what it means to move from crisis to stability. This is Davidson’s story. Read more in our email and support the Community Crisis Fund: 📩 mailchi.mp/pacificahous... 💛 bit.ly/CommunityCrisisFund #PHCommunityCrisisFund

🎄 Holiday Office Hours 🎄 Our offices will have reduced hours over the holidays as our team takes time to rest. Wishing you warmth, safety, and the comfort of home - at this time of year & always. See graphic for dates. 🏠

🏠 Housed in 36 hours. In a #housingcrisis, timing matters. When an opportunity appeared, we were able to act quickly because flexible funding was available - turning a moment of possibility into stable housing. This is why the Community Crisis Fund matters. 💛 Give now: bit.ly/CommunityCri...

The City is opening an overnight warming tent in response to recent and forecasted weather conditions in Victoria. 📍 Location: Across the street from Salvation Army ARC 🕗 Hours: Tonight, Friday, December 19, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

“We’re only a few crisis situations away from homelessness... all of us.” Derek Book, Pacifica Housing. In this video, Derek shares what life looks like for people accessing community services and challenges myths about homelessness. Support the Community Crisis Fund: bit.ly/CommunityCrisisFund

BC’s Coalition for Safe & Sustainable Supportive Housing - which we’re part of - has released an open letter urging action to protect supportive housing and winter shelters at threat of closure across B.C. You can read the full letter here: bit.ly/3YrtyKp bit.ly/3Mzz4bh

Thank you for showing up this Giving Tuesday. 💚 To every donor - new, returning, anonymous - and everyone who shared our message, we’re grateful. And thank you to the residents, staff, and board who shared their stories. #PHCommunityCrisisFund #HousingFirst #YYJ #Nanaimo #givingtuesday

The last 2 weeks we've shared what housing support looks like in real time. Today is #GivingTuesday, and we’re inviting you to join us. Your gift provides fast, flexible help when housing is at risk. 💛 Support the Community Crisis Fund: bit.ly/CommunityCrisisFund #PHCommunityCrisisFund

“What motivates me is seeing the progress my clients make on their own. We provide the safety net they can fall back on, so they can work on lifting themselves up.” – Sierra, Community Housing Support Worker 💛 Please donate to the Community Crisis Fund: bit.ly/CommunityCri... #givingtuesday

“For many people we house, it’s the first time in a long time they feel safe at home.” #PHCommunityCrisisFund helps protect those steps toward stability. When crisis hits, it lets us offer support in the moment it’s needed most. #GivingTuesday is 3 days away. 💛 Give Now: bit.ly/CommunityCri...

Ilia was working full-time when one crisis pushed him into homelessness. It can happen fast - to anyone. Read his story: bit.ly/3Jf9O91 💛Support the Community Crisis Fund: bit.ly/CommunityCri... #PHCommunityCrisisFund #Communityimpact #BC

“Home is a platform for rebuilding lives.” - Ali Paul, Pacifica Housing Board Member. The Community Crisis Fund gives quick, dignified support to neighbours facing homelessness. Join Ali in supporting this essential fund 💚 👉: mailchi.mp/pacificahous... #PHCommunityCrisisFund #Communityimpact

In observance of Remembrance Day, our offices will be closed on Tuesday as we pause to honor and remember those who have served. We will reopen with regular hours on Wednesday, November 12. Wishing everyone a thoughtful and peaceful Remembrance Day. #lestweforget

Pacifica Housing is at Project Reconnect today at the Central Baptist Church in Victoria! Come by and say hello to Tee & Derek 👋 And check out this annual service fair connecting community members to free services and support. #ProjectReconnect #CommunitySupport #Housingfirst #PacificaHousing

Today is #BCNonProfitDay! We’re celebrating all the non-profits across B.C. and our amazing Pacifica Housing team. 💚🏠 As community needs grow and issues get more complex, our staff’s dedication never wavers - helping build stronger, more inclusive communities every day. #housingfirst #community #BC

Rising demand. Complex needs. Tight budgets. BC’s non-profits are feeling the pressure. Stretched Thin shows how we can help the sector—and our communities—thrive. #SOTS2025 Read the report 👉 thevantagepoint.ca/sector-reports/ #communityimpact #BCNONPROFITDAY #Housingfirst

October 30 will be proclaimed #BCNONPROFITDAY for the third year in a row! Do you know that 377,000 people work for 31,000 non-profits in BC – and the sector contributes approximately $31 billion to the provincial economy? Learn more about our impact here 👉 bit.ly/48wcgCt #BC #Housingfirst

Are you a CPA looking for more than a numbers job? At Pacifica Housing, every balance sheet tells a story of impact. We’re hiring a Controller in Victoria - a chance to grow your career while helping build stronger, more inclusive communities. Apply here 👇 bit.ly/3L95Cbq #CPA #YYJ #Nonprofit #BC

Encampment Outreach meets people where they are - helping those living outdoors find housing and stability through rent supports, income programs, and tenancy skills training. 💛 Learn more in our 2024 Impact Report: bit.ly/48wcgCt #TogetherWeBuild #CommunityImpact #HousingFirst #YYJ

Supportive housing gave Davidson stability, and he’s turned it into possibility. At The Aurora, he’s rebuilt his life, found connection, and created a foundation for the future. Read his story in our 2024 Impact Report: bit.ly/48wcgCt #TogetherWeBuild #SupportiveHousing #CommunityImpact

Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and bright Diwali! From all of us at Pacifica Housing - because when communities are inclusive, everyone thrives. 💛🏠

To close out #HomelessnessActionWeek we are looking at the numbers. DOHRS is often the first door people walk through when housing feels out of reach - navigation, eviction prevention, and connections to the best fit. Keeping people housed strengthens community. Read: bit.ly/48wcgCt

Homelessness has many faces. Ilia’s path - from shelter lineups to a key of his own at the Ferns - is in our 2024 Impact Report. Read his story and explore the report: bit.ly/48wcgCt #HomelessnessActionWeek #affordablehousing #TogetherWeBuild

Kicking off Homelessness Action Week with the launch of our 2024 Impact Report! Made possible with residents, staff, partners & funders - including: @bchousing.bsky.social, @unitedwaybc.bsky.social , @victoria.ca Together we’re opening doors to stability and independence 💚 Read: bit.ly/48wcgCt.

Our offices will be closed on Monday, October 13, for Thanksgiving. We hope everyone enjoys a restful long weekend filled with gratitude, and we’ll be back to assist you on Tuesday, October 14.

Today we honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people On this National Day of Action for MMIWG2S, we stand with survivors, families, and communities, and commit to a future where everyone can feel safe at home. #MMIWG2S #NoMoreStolenSisters #HonourThem

We honour Survivors, their families, and the children who never came home. Learn, reflect, and show up in community today. Events + Indigenous-led resources here: bit.ly/46UsHWO #NDTR #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation

Our offices will be closed on Tuesday, September 30th, for the #nationaldayfortruthandreconciliation. Let us take this time, to learn, listen, and reflect. #Everychildmatters #NDTR2025

Talking about suicide doesn’t make it more likely to happen. In fact-it can help prevent it. If you or someone you know needs to talk - call / text 988 And if you have lost a friend or loved one, don’t forget you also deserve support - suicideprevention.ca/support-for-... #StartTheConversation

Today we remember lives lost to overdose. Every person mattered. Overdose is a public health issue - deeply connected to housing, poverty & stigma. We stand for harm reduction, housing, and compassion. 💜 #IOAD2025 #EndOverdose #ToxicDrugCrisis

📢 Just a heads up - our offices will be closed on Monday, September 1st for Labour Day. We’ll be back to our regular hours on Tuesday, September 2nd. Enjoy the long weekend and take care! #LabourDay #LongWeekend #OfficeClosure

Yesterday we hosted a BBQ at Nikao, 1 of our supportive housing sites in #Nanaimo, bringing together residents, staff, & community partners for a sunny afternoon of connection and good food. Supportive housing is built on relationships - & days like this matter. 💛 #SupportiveHousing #HousingFirst

Stay engaged! Here are three quick ways to start: 1. Stay in the know - follow our socials for real stories and updates 2. Read a 2-minute story-about what housing stability looks like - bit.ly/4mLK0Q1 3. Subscribe to our e-newsletter - bit.ly/3TKE9gI?r=lp... #NationalNonprofitDay #HousingFirst

Housing challenges affect more than buildings—they touch residents, staff, organizations & whole communities. Shrinking budgets, rising costs & growing demand mean fewer programs, less support & harder choices. Learn more: bit.ly/3UqVcp7 #HousingMatters #HousingCrisis

Pacifica Housing offices will be closed on Monday, August 4th, for the BC Day long weekend. We hope you get the opportunity to explore this beautiful place we call home. Happy BC Day! #BC #Longweekend #officeclosure #yyj #nanaimo

The numbers are in and they’re deeply concerning. Nanaimo’s homeless population has grown by 20% between 2023 to 2024 and tripled in less than 10 years. But this isn’t just about numbers. If we want real change, we need to understand the full picture. Learn more here 👉 bit.ly/4lfdXa9

HEAT WARNING It's going to be a hot one today and most of the week here on #VancouverIsland Be sure to keep an eye out for pets and people who may be vulnerable to high temperatures! Check our tips to stay safe and beat the heat 👇 #yyj #Nanaimo #Heatwave

🍁 Happy Canada Day! 🍁 Our offices will be closed Tues, July 1 and reopen Wed, July 2. As we mark this day, we reflect on the ongoing work toward reconciliation & a more inclusive, equitable future for all. Wishing you a safe and meaningful Canada Day! #CanadaDay #HousingForAll #OfficeClosure

June is #IndigenousHistoryMonth — a meaningful reminder to continue showing up with humility and a willingness to learn. 🧡 We honour the cultures, histories, and leadership of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples—and recognize that housing justice must include truth and reconciliation.

We were proud to walk in the Nanaimo Pride Parade yesterday—celebrating love, inclusion, and the right to safe, equitable housing for all. Thanks to everyone who came out and showed up for community. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ @cityofnanaimo.bsky.social #NanaimoPride #Pride2025 #EveryoneBelongs

Just a heads up! Our offices will be closed Monday, May 19th for the Long Weekend. We’ll be back Tuesday, May 20th. Wishing you a safe and restful few days! 💙 #LongWeekend #CommunityCare

🟫 Today, we stand with the #MooseHideCampaign - an Indigenous-led movement to end violence against women, children + gender-diverse individuals. Home should be a place of safety. Let’s walk the path of healing and accountability together. Learn more & take the pledge: moosehidecampaign.ca

📢 Heads up! Our front reception will be closed Wed, May 14 from 11:30 AM–4:00 PM while our team is off-site for an event. We'll be open that morning from 9:00–11:30 AM. The DHORS office will remain open to support the community. Thanks for your understanding! 💙 #YYJ

Everyone deserves safety — at home, at work, and in community. After a tragic incident at one of our sites, we’re joining BC supportive housing providers in calling for urgent changes to protect residents, neighbours & staff. Read more: bit.ly/4iVVZrM #SupportiveHousing #BCPoli

🔴We remember the #MMIWG2S whose lives were taken across these lands. On the territories where we live & work, colonial violence continues to harm Indigenous women, girls, & 2Spirit people. Today + every day we hold space for truth, mourning, and meaningful action. #RedDressDay

🌼 Easter Long Weekend Closure 🌼 Our offices will be closed on Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21. We’ll reopen on Tuesday, April 22. Wishing you a restful and connected long weekend! 💛 #EasterWeekend #OfficeClosure

#SupportiveHousing isn’t the only solution, but it's a vital one. At #BeyondTheNoise, leaders from @phscss.bsky.social, ASK Wellness Society, Lift Community Services & Quesnel Shelter & Support Society shared what it takes to move forward - with dignity, support & upstream action. Watch the clip ↓

🌈 Today is #TransDayOfVisibility. Trans people belong. Trans people are loved. Trans people deserve equitable housing. Pacifica Housing is committed to building safe, inclusive spaces for all. Visibility is just the beginning. Equity is the goal. 🏳️‍⚧️💙 #TransRightsAreHumanRights #InclusiveHousing