Anglican Synod of the Diocese of British Columbia
The Anglican Synod of the Diocese of British Columbia (registered charity number 118787142RR0001) is a regional body of the Anglican Church of Canada, part of the global Anglican Communion. Established in 1859, it is the oldest diocese in the Ecclesiastical Province of British Columbia and Yukon and originally encompassed the entire civil province of British Columbia. Over time, its jurisdiction reduced to Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, and Kingcome Inlet. As of 2022, it serves approximately 4,890 members across 45 parishes[5].

Structure and Governance
The diocese is governed by a synod and led by the Bishop of British Columbia. The current bishop is Anna Greenwood-Lee[5]. Its administrative office is located in Victoria, British Columbia, with Christ Church Cathedral serving as the episcopal seat[5][4]. The synod oversees parishes and ministries, emphasizing social justice initiatives, including support for marginalized communities and environmental stewardship[3][5].

Legacy and Charitable Work
The diocese facilitates donations, bequests, and legacy gifts to fund parish operations, outreach programs, and community services. Donors are encouraged to specify either the synod (using its legal name and registration number) or individual parishes in their wills. A "power to vary" clause allows flexibility in redirecting gifts to areas of greatest need if original intentions become impractical[1][2].

Rebranding Efforts
In 2021, the diocese adopted the alternative name Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets to reflect its geographical focus and commitment to Indigenous reconciliation, acknowledging the colonial origins of its original name[5].

Parishes
Parishes operate under the synod's oversight, each maintaining local governance. Examples include Christ Church Cathedral and the Church of St. John the Divine in Victoria. While specific parish websites (e.g., www.stjohnscobblehill.ca) exist, they are independent entities within the diocesan structure[5].

References
[^1]: Anglican Diocese of British Columbia. "Giving Acceptance Policy."
[^2]: Anglican Diocese of British Columbia. "Legacy Giving."

[^4]: Foundation Center. "Anglican Synod of the Diocese of British Columbia."

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[1] https://bc.anglican.ca/giving/giving-acceptance-policy [2] https://bc.anglican.ca/giving/legacy-giving [3] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/anglican-diocese-of-british-columbia/ [4] https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/fdo-grantmaker-profile/?collection=grantmakers&activity=result&key=7066379 [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diocese_of_British_Columbia