A Vancouver Island adoption agency that is struggling with a decline in foreign adoptions has been saved from closure.
Supporters of Choices Adoption and Pregnancy Counselling in Victoria gathered at a special meeting last night where a new board was elected.
Board member Victoria Mitchell says all eight members support keeping Choices open and a motion was passed unanimously to reverse the closure. She says the new board is committed to fundraising activities and bringing on local sponsors, and there is also a growing community of supporters who want to help.
The previous board announced on April 3 that Choices would close as of May 31, due to changes in international policies that have resulted in fewer children being available for adoption.
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