We heard from our Investees & Alumni organizations that Government Relations and Strategic Communications are high priorities for them. At SVP, we strive to build capacity and tailor programming to where it is needed, with support from internal and external Partners. Last month, we invited two top-notch consultants, Parm from Core Firm and Megana from … Read more
How one SVP investee is closing the gaps left by government programs and building a stronger path into the sector. B.C. is facing a childcare crisis. There aren’t enough educators, and those in the field grapple with burnout, low wages, and high turnover. To address this, the B.C. government introduced the Dual Credit Program, allowing … Read more
Last week, SVP Partners rolled up their sleeves to support the BC Society of Transition Houses (BCSTH) in a way that’s uniquely SVP: by listening, sharing ideas, and finding the places where experience, networks, and insights can help a nonprofit grow. The evening was all about the “strengthen” part of our model; deepening BCSTH’s connection … Read more
At SVP, home is where the innovation is! We’re excited to share that SVP Vancouver has a new home at Nimbus Synergies’ The GENERATOR. The GENERATOR isn’t just an office, it’s a one-of-a-kind startup hub exclusively designed for early-stage health-tech ventures. They provide a nurturing space and a vibrant community, completely free of charge. Our … Read more
Last week marked the opening of BabyGoRound’s new Cloverdale location, a critical and much-needed expansion made possible through an Early Years Innovation Fund grant from SVP Vancouver. Since their initial partnership with us in 2019, BabyGoRound has seen an 185% increase in the number of families they support through in-person appointments, helping 2,000 families in … Read more
Every year, First Call BC releases their BC Child Poverty Report Card. This month we invite you to read the report that came out in late November 2024, covering 2022 data. Our sectors look to this report card for a deeper understanding of the state of child poverty in our province. Direct service organisations in … Read more
Congratulations to Fresh Roots founders, Ilana Labow and Marc Schutzbank, for being recognized for their impact with the King Charles III Coronation Medal. The medal was presented to them by MP Jenny Kwan, and it celebrates the dedication and contributions of community leaders who have made a lasting impact on Canadian society. We love seeing … Read more
Exciting news: the North Island Early Years Family Justice project was successful in its application to the Law Foundation of BC, and they’ll receive $1 million over four years to continue their transformative work. SVP Vancouver funded this project with a microgrant through the Transform the Family Justice System Collaborative in 2024, and we’re so … Read more
We’ve just completed our fourth-annual 12 Days of Capacitymas, in which we celebrate SVP Vancouver’s incredible community and reflect on the great work that was achieved in 2024. We may have been a little liberal with the numbers, but Capacitymas has its own rules! Let’s get started – we’re starting at 12 and counting down! … Read more
December 3rd is Giving Tuesday, and several of our Investee and Alumni organizations are kicking off Giving Tuesday and year-end fundraising campaigns. We wanted to spread the word about the incredible work they’re doing and support their campaigns, so here’s a look at some great Giving Tuesday and year-end campaigns from the SVP Vancouver Investee … Read more
