Social
Social sustainability is all about maintaining and increasing the quality of life for all residents in our region.
A strong sense of community includes connections with neighbours and a sense of ownership and identity connected with place - "This is my home, these are my neighbours, this is my garden, this is my community."
The social element of sustainability looks at how our City can work towards meeting everyone's human needs of shelter, nutrition, education, sense of identity, health and safety, relaxation, creativity, affection and participation. At the City of Victoria the Department of Sustainability works with other City departments and non-profit agencies to support social planning initiatives. Current areas of focus are housing and homelessness.
