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Q. Why should I take the survey?

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Q. How can I have my say?

A. Visit and , which only takes about 10 minutes to complete. Even better, improvements to the mobile survey application make this yearB次元官网网址檚 survey even easier for those on the go!

Q. Who can take the survey?

A. The survey is geared for residents throughout the Capital Regional District, from Sooke to Sidney and everywhere in between. As a thank you, survey respondents will also be entered into a draw for one of several $50 gift cards to local restaurants.

Q. What areas are included in the survey?

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Q. How are the results used?

A. Your feedback, with local statistics, forms the foundation for the 14th annual report. An annual community check-up, Vital Signs measures the vitality of the region, identifies concerns, and supports action on issues critical to quality of life in the CRD. Victoria is one of dozens of cities across Canada that will release Vital Signs reports beginning Oct. 1.

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, the Victoria Foundation is CanadaB次元官网网址檚 second oldest community foundation and the sixth largest of nearly 200 nation-wide. Managing charitable gifts from donors whose generosity allows them to create permanent, income-earning funds, proceeds from these funds are distributed as grants for charitable or educational purposes. To date the has invested more than $200 million in people, projects and non-profit organizations strengthening communities and is committed to Connecting People Who Care with Causes that Matter.