Friends of St. Ann's Academy

Organization Mandate
To support the Provincial Capital Commission in the on-going restoration and preservation of St. Ann's Academy.

To promote knowledge and appreciation of the site and to be a voice which enlightens visitors as to our spiritual, social and cultural heritage.

Locations
St. Ann's Academy,
835 Humboldt St.
Victoria BC

Current Activities and Projects
The Greening of St. Ann's Academy- The greening project goal is to care for the grounds in a environmentally safe way, becoming an example for others to follow.

Completed Activities and Projects
Community Voices- Cultivating the Future

Fundraising Initiatives
Currently, the Society's efforts are directed toward June 5-8, 2008, a four day celebration marking the 150th anniversary of the Sisters of St. Ann in Victoria, and the founding of St. Ann's Academy.

Partners
The Provincial Capital Commission

Publications
Sequoia - The Society newsletter.

Volunteers Required
- Persons willing to 'roll up their sleeves' and be actively involved in gardening on St. Ann's 6.5 beautiful acres. Garden volunteers meet every second Thursday morning, and are 'reclaiming' the hertiage grounds, and offering them to citizens and visitors as a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city. - Persons knowledgeable in organic gardening to consult with in an advisory capacity. - Persons knowledgeable of Victoria's native plants and growing habits, who are willing to write for the Society newsletter.

Conservation Connection

613 Pandora
Victoria, BC V8W 1N8

Phone: 250-953-8820
Fax: 250-953-8823
Email: StAnns.Academy@gov.bc.ca

Website: friendsofstannsacademy.com

Main Contact
Theresa Vogel
Executive Director
Phone: 250-953-8820
Fax: 250-953-8823
Email: info@friendsofstannsacademy.com

Secondary Contact
Shelley Myhres
Site Operations -- PCC
Phone: 250-953-8828
Fax: 250-953-8823
Email: StAnns.Academy@gov.bc.ca