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In the heart of Saanich's Oldfield Valley, you'll find a very Heartfelt Farm. It's a special place that uses the healing power of animals to help kids. Take a visit to the farm in this week's Vital People, on CHEK News.

Big-hearted and always trying to make a difference: Bella Smid dedicated her life to helping others. After receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis earlier this year, she decided to spend her dying days trying to help youth in need. Watch Bella's inspiring story on this week's Vital People, on CHEK News.

The Victoria Grandmothers for Africa are a force to be reckoned with! They've now raised over $2 million dollars for grandmothers in Africa who are taking care of their grandchildren amid an AIDS crisis. Their annual cycle fundraising tour starts this weekend, and it's a great way to make a difference. Watch more in this week's Vital People, on CHEK News!

Jillian Yoneda was the first person to ever swim across the Georgia Strait, from Nanaimo to Sechelt and back. Now, Yoneda is tackling the the most ambitious open-water fundraiser yet: a 110-kilometer swim from Greater Victoria to Vancouver to raise money for Canuck Place Children's Hospice. Watch more in this week's Vital People, on CHEK News!

Parkinson's is a debilitating disease, but Greater Victoria's Alf Todd isn't letting it stop him. Peddling for a cure, Alf's raised hundreds of thousands of dollars and lot's of awareness. On this week's Vital People: Alf's inspiring story about a cross-Canada Parkinson's ride that kicks of this weekend!

There can be a lot of challenges for certain people to find employment. But a successful new landscaping program run by non-profit CanAssist is helping to break down some barriers. Watch more on this week's Vital People, on CHEK News.

Canada has one of the lowest organ donation rates in the world. Every week, about five people in the country die waiting for a transplant. But a young Langford woman is alive today because she had not one, but two life-saving heart transplants. Watch the incredible story on this week's Vital People, on CHEK News.

Every year BC doctors and nurses volunteer for Health for Humanity. They perform hundreds of life-changing surgeries for disadvantaged people in Guatemala. In this week's Vital People on CHEK News, more volunteers are needed for this year!

Many kids are counting down the days until Summer break, but the Mustard Seed Street Church is already getting ready for back to school by raising money for families in need. The non-profit Souls for Soles fundraiser is underway all month, and you run, walk, or hike to get involved. Learn more on Vital People on CHEK News!

The Abkhazi Garden is one of the most beautiful on South Vancouver Island, and it's a terrific place to visit - especially at this time of year. Aside from a part-time gardener, all the work is done by volunteers. Meet Sue Hara, a garden volunteer for 18 years, in this week's Vital People on CHEK News!

Being in a hospital is generally not fun, and that's especially true if you're a child. But the Superheroes of Victoria re helping to brighten up hospital stays one surprise visit at a time. Watch more in this week's Vital People, on CHEK News!

Hundreds of thousands of Canadians suffer from Crohn's and Colitis, but new research and new medications are giving hope to people these diseases. And that's why next Sunday's Gutsy Walk is so important. Watch more in this week's Vital People, on CHEK News.

There is a hidden gem of a spot near the Goldstream River, with sprawling scenery and farm animals. During the week, it's a learning community for children and teens, but next Saturday Blossoming At the Farm will be openings its doors to the public for an important fundraiser. Watch more on Vital People, on CHEK News!

The 161st annual Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival take place this weekend! They're the longest continually running Highland Games in North America. And they wouldn't be possible without incredibly dedicated volunteers. Watch more in this week's Vital People, on CHEK News.

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