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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour residential school Survivors, the children who never returned home, and their families and communities. Join us in learning from Indigenous leadership in housing and homelessness: mailchi.mp/7fc640198cde... #NDTR #everychildmatters #Housing

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our 2025–26 Impact Report is here! Explore a year of helping people find (and keep) a place to call home, from preventing evictions to providing ongoing support across Greater Victoria and Nanaimo. Read the stories and highlights: bit.ly/3V7KQ14 #Housing #yyj #Nanaimo

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Pacifica Housing’s offices will be closed on Wednesday, September 30th, for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We’ll be back to support the community from 9 a.m. on Thursday, October 1st. #NDTR2026 #EveryChildMatters

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

“No Matter What.” Denise keeps these words close in her home. After five months living outside, she found support from people who kept showing up. Her story opens our latest update on consistent support and protecting progress on #housing. Read it: bit.ly/3TGcMbQ

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Project ReConnect is tomorrow, with free housing support, medical services, help getting ID & meals all in one place. Open to anyone who could use these supports. 📅 Sept. 22nd, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. 📍 Central Baptist Church, 833 Pandora Ave. We'll be there, come say hi! 👋

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Please note that reception and the DOHRS drop-in centre will close at 3 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, September 17th. We’ll be back to support the community from 9 a.m. on Friday. Thank you for your understanding.

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Housing is a key issue in the upcoming municipal election. Pacifica Housing CEO Carolina Ibarra joined CBC’s BC Today to discuss the Homes for All People Pledge from the VIHLN, of which we are a member, and the need for municipal leadership on housing. Listen 👉: bit.ly/4gRUbT5 #HousingStability

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Please note that reception and the DOHRS drop-in centre will close at 1 p.m. today for a staff event. Reception will reopen at 2 p.m., while DOHRS will reopen Monday at 9 a.m. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Changing the narrative means moving from silence and stigma toward openness, understanding, and support. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, you are not alone. Call or text 9-8-8, 24/7. #WSPD2026 #YouAreNotAlone

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Good food, great company, and a chance to connect at Nikao. 🍔 Last Thursday, residents, staff, and community partners came together for a BBQ at our supportive housing site in Nanaimo. Thanks to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a good day. 💚 #SupportiveHousing #NanaimoBC #Community

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Please note that Pacifica Housing’s offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th for the Labour Day holiday. We’ll be back to support the community from 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8th. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Labour Day!

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. We remember those we’ve lost, stand with those impacted by overdose, and recognize the importance of compassion, prevention, and support. 📞 Substance use support: 1-800-663-1441, available 24/7 #IOAD2026 #EndOverdose #YouAreNotAlone

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

This National Nonprofit Day, we’re sharing our first Mid-Year Community Update, with a look at the people, partnerships and community support behind our work across Vancouver Island. See what our community has been making possible👇 bit.ly/YourSupporti... #CommunityImpact #Nationalnonprofitday

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Please note that Reception and the DOHRS drop-in centre will close early at 1:00 p.m. this Friday, August 14, for a staff event. Both will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, August 17. Thanks for understanding!

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Please note that Pacifica Housing’s offices will be closed on Monday, August 3rd for the BC Day holiday. We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, August 4th. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend celebrating the beauty of BC!

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Rental prices may be falling across Victoria and BC, but the change is not being felt equally. Our CEO and Housing Intake Worker spoke with CTV News about why housing remains out of reach for many lower-income renters. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2AU... #AffordableHousing #VictoriaBC

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Falling rent costs in B.C. mostly impacting 'middle and high income renters'

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

We had a fantastic time at this year's Victoria Pride Parade! 🌈 Thanks to Victoria Pride Society and all the volunteers who made it such a welcoming celebration of inclusion, belonging, and community. Happy Pride, Victoria! #VictoriaPride #YYJPride

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Pacifica Housing reception will be closed on Wednesday, July 15th while renovation work is underway. Reception will reopen on Thursday, July 16th with regular hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Awards do not come around often in this line of work, so we are taking a moment to celebrate these wins and the people behind them. 👉Read the latest newsletter: bit.ly/4p9kC9p 👀 Sign up for future updates: bit.ly/3TKE9gI #CommunityImpact #EvictionPrevention #AffordableHousing

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

🍁 Happy Canada Day 🍁 Pacifica Housing’s offices will be closed Wednesday, July 1st for the Canada Day holiday. We will reopen with regular hours on Thursday, July 2nd. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Canada Day.

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Today is #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay We recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures, knowledge and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. Home is more than a physical space. It can mean safety, belonging, and connection to community, culture, language and land.

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

A great day at Nanaimo Pride!🌈 Thanks to Nanaimo Pride Society for an incredible event celebrating love, community and belonging. At Pacifica Housing, we believe in housing for all. Everyone deserves to feel safe, valued and at home. 💜 #NanaimoPride #Pride2026

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

We've been named Community Builder of the Year at the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce 2026 Business Awards! 🎉 Thanks to our staff & Board, the @victoriachamber.bsky.social, and to Mayfair Optometric Clinic for sponsoring the Community Builder of the Year category. #VicBizAwards2026

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Please note that the DOHRS Drop-In Centre is closed today while staff participate in training. We will reopen tomorrow during regular hours. Thank you for your understanding!

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Finland is showing that homelessness can be reversed: long-term Housing First, backed by government, funders, providers & communities pulling the same direction. Thank you to Paula Pönkänen, Juha Kahila & Jill Atkey for sharing those lessons at last Friday's Beyond the Noise. #BeyondTheNoise

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

We know what can work. Finland shows what's possible when governments, non-profits, and communities actually align around it. Join us June 5 for a virtual conversation on Housing First in practice. 🗓 June 5 | 8:30 AM PT | Virtual 🔗 bit.ly/4dMe2Bn #BeyondTheNoise #HousingFirst #AffordableHousing

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Friday was a good day. It brought together a room full of people for honest, grounded conversations about housing and homelessness on Vancouver Island. Thank you to everyone who showed up. The conversation doesn't stop here. #BeyondTheNoise #AffordableHousing #VancouverIsland

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Beyond the Noise is two days away & we're almost sold out. A few spots remain for this Friday's conversation on housing and homelessness in #yyj. Housing providers, government, developers, & community partners all in one room asking the hard questions. Register now: bit.ly/4sMa7ZF #AffordableHousing

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Beyond the Noise continues, this time virtually! On June 5, Pacifica Housing CEO @lacaroibarra.bsky.social sits down with leaders from Helsinki to explore lessons from Finland's #HousingFirst success. June 5 | 8:30 – 10:30 AM | Virtual Register Now: bit.ly/4dMe2Bn

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Pacifica Housing offices will be closed on Monday, May 18th for Victoria Day. We'll be back open for the community on Tuesday, May 19th at 9am. Wishing everyone a restful long weekend. 🌷

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Today is Moose Hide Campaign Day, standing against the disproportionate violence Indigenous women, children, and gender-diverse people face across Canada. Over 7 million moose hide pins have been shared since 2011. Wear the pin and join the conversation. #MooseHideCampaignDay #Reconciliation

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Beyond the Noise Panel Spotlight Protect the Progress - Preserving What We Have, Building What We Need How do we protect the housing we have and build what communities need? Featuring David Hutniak, Lillian Chau, Kyle Ryan, Sarah Henderson. Moderated by Katie DeRosa. May 22-Victoria 🎟 bit.ly/4sMa7ZF

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

"What are the actual demographics for those who are unsheltered?" A question from a Beyond the Noise 2025 attendee, answered by our Manager of Community Services, Lisa Feeney. Join us May 22nd in Victoria for this year's event. Tickets here: bit.ly/4sMa7ZF #BeyondTheNoise #HomelessnessSolutions

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Today is Red Dress Day. We remember the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people whose lives were taken across these lands. Support: MMIWG Crisis Line, 24/7: 1-844-413-6649 Artwork used w/ permission by Chris Chipak, Red Pheasant Cree Nation. #RedDressDay #MMIWG2S

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

What role does harm reduction play in ending homelessness? A seatbelt doesn't stop you from driving, it reduces harm of a high risk activity. Harm reduction works the same way. On May 22nd at #BeyondTheNoise we're asking who's responsible for making sure those supports exist. Join us: bit.ly/4sMa7ZF

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

At last year's Beyond the Noise, Kim Markel of Lift Community Services made it clear - supportive housing is a determinant of health. This year we're asking who is responsible for making sure those supports exist. Victoria, May 22. Join the conversation: bit.ly/4sMa7ZF #BeyondTheNoise

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Huge thanks to Meade Design Group for a generous furniture donation, and to Shawn and Ben at Add2Cart for the delivery. One of our clients now has a new bed and furniture in their home. Want to help more neighbours feel at home? Give here anytime: www.pacificahousing.ca/donate #Donations #Home

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

"Does the government really care?": a question asked by a Beyond The Noise 2025 participant & a common one we hear. We asked our CEO, @lacaroibarra.bsky.social at the Canadian Housing Renewal Association's congress. Her answer might surprise you. Join us for #BeyondtheNoise on May 22 bit.ly/4sMa7ZF

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Beyond the Noise is back. Join us May 22nd for our annual speaker series. Two panels. Real solutions. Hard questions about housing in today's financially constrained context. Tickets by donation: bit.ly/4sMa7ZF Proudly sponsored by @landlordbc.bsky.social May 22 | Hotel Grand Pacific | 8:30 AM

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Ten years. More than 18,000 lives lost to BC's toxic drug crisis. We remember. We stand alongside everyone who has shown up through this decade - frontline workers, families, survivors. You are not alone. 📞 1-800-663-1441 | Text or call 9-8-8 #ToxicDrugCrisis #Weremeber

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

A decade of #housing progress is at risk - let's talk about what's next. On May 22 our #BeyondtheNoise speaker series returns to Victoria. Bringing together policymakers, developers, community partners & neighbours to address the hard questions about how to move forward. Details coming soon!

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Temporary Service Change at DOHRS Drop-In Centre. The DOHRS drop-in centre will close today at 2:30 p.m. (9th April) for a staff event. We will be back open at 9 a.m. tomorrow, Friday April 10th, ready to serve the community. Thanks for your understanding. #Equitablehousing #CommunityImpact

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

"If I was going to cut something because I didn't have money, this wouldn't be one of them." Pacifica CEO Carolina Ibarra on the BC government's decision to phase out the Supported Rent Supplement Program. Read full story below 👇 #AffordableHousing #HousingCrisis #BCHousing

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BC government to end rent supplement program April 1 – Future of Good

Affordable housing programs rolled back under BC government budget cuts.

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Pacifica Housing offices will be closed on Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th for the Easter long weekend. We'll be back open for the community on Tuesday, April 7th at 9am. Wishing everyone a restful long weekend. 🐣 🐰 🌸

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Today we celebrate Trans Day of Visibility and the joy, strength and contributions trans, Two-Spirit and non-binary people bring to our communities. To anyone who identifies as trans, Two-Spirit or non-binary: we see you, we value you, and we're glad you're here. 💙💗🤍 #TransDayOfVisibility #TDOV

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Today is Two-Spirit & Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Awareness Day, a time to honour the strength of Two-Spirit and Indigenous queer and trans identities across Turtle Island. As allies, let’s listen, learn, and stand in solidarity. Learn more: www.cbrc.net/two_spirit_a... #2SpiritDay #IndigenousLGBTQ

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

A big thank you to Cool Aid for hosting us yesterday for our all-team meetings and for being such a valued community partner. It was great to bring Pacifica Housing staff together to connect, share perspectives, and reflect on the work happening in our communities every day.

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Pacifica Housing @pacificahousing.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

In case you missed it, here’s Johnathan sharing his perspective as a Resident Support Worker in our recent interview with BC Housing about the importance of the Rental Assistance Program (RAP). Watch here 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_A-... #Housingfirst #CommunityImpact #Affordabilitycrisis

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