Contact Information
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Email: info@victoriapoppyfund.org
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Telephone: 1‑250‑386‑2533
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Location: 411 Gorge Rd E, Victoria, BC V8W 2T1
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E‑transfer Donations: donate@victoriapoppyfund.org
Hours of Operation
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December 1 – October 18: Mondays & Wednesdays — 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
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October 19 – November 15: Monday - Saturday — 9:00 am to 4:00 pm*
* Please phone ahead to ensure the office is open.
Item Drop‑off Location
Trafalgar/Pro Patria Branch 292 (Tuesday–Sunday) – 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
When can I donate?
Donations are welcome year‑round, not only during the annual Poppy Campaign.
When can I donate?
1. In Person
You may donate using cash, cheque, e‑transfer, or credit card (except American Express). Office location: 2nd floor, 411 Gorge Rd E, Victoria
2. By Mail (Cheque)
Please include:
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Donation amount
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Your phone number
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Your email address
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Your full Canada Post mailing address, including apartment/suite number
This information ensures we can issue accurate CRA tax receipts. The Victoria Poppy Fund does not maintain a mailing list, so you will only receive your tax receipt.
Tax receipts are automatically provided for $25 donations or more unless specifically requested.
Requests for “no receipt required” are honoured.
If an address is incomplete and no phone number is provided, receipts may be returned and cannot be resent.
3. E‑Transfer
Send to: donate@victoriapoppyfund.org To receive a tax receipt, include in the notes:
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Your Canada Post mailing address
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Your phone number
Even though receipts may be emailed, the system requires a physical mailing address.
4. Remembrance Mailout Envelopes
Sent out during the last week of October. Each envelope includes:
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A donation slip with a poppy
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A self‑addressed return kraft envelope (postage required)
To receive a tax receipt:
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Fill in all fields on the donation slip
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Provide a legible mailing address
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Include a phone number or email for clarification if needed
To donate by credit card, do not include your credit card details on the donation slip but call 250‑386‑2533 and leave a voicemail if needed.
5. Online
Using the "Donate" button at the top of this website.
Online donations are processed through Zeffy.
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100% of your donation goes directly to the Victoria Poppy Fund.
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You may see a prompt to support Zeffy; this is optional.
Do you maintain a mailing list?
No. The Victoria Poppy Fund does not maintain a mailing list for donation requests.
Are there volunteer opportunities?
Yes. Volunteers are always welcome, especially during the Poppy Campaign.
Opportunities include:
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2‑hour shifts at six shopping centres
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Drivers and riders to deliver and pick up poppy trays at retail outlets in Victoria and Oak Bay
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Deliveries begin the week of October 26
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Pick‑ups occur after Remembrance Day (November 11)
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There are 20 routes, each with approximately 20 stops
Retailers request poppy trays, and volunteers are greatly appreciated. Drivers receive a sign to place in their vehicle.
Faq's
Answers to questions we get frequently.