Category: South Vancouver Neighbourhood House

Intergenerational ConnectionsAs the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, many of us are reminiscing about the summer months. This time of year brings on familiar feelings of excitement, nostalgia and nervousness, even for those of us...

 Building a Bright Future TogetherMake It! Program is a therapeutic art-based program for youth ages 15-30 who may need support with employment or identify as living with a disability (including mental health challenges), at Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House. Make...

Bringing the community togetherDreaming of a comfortable and safe place for everyoneOur next Summer Story comes from Alex House - written by Shelley Cranstone (Director, Community Development).When the request for a summer story came, one person came to mind...

Collective Transformation: Building Relationships to Land, People & PlaceBy Ancel ZhuThe ANHBC Collective Strategic Transformation Framework is no ordinary strategic plan. It intertwines individual stories, relationships, patience, uncertainties, bravery, heart and commitment. As the fruits of this work take...

First Local Pride Celebration at Kitsilano Neighbourhood: Dreaming of Meaningful Respect and EquityOn Saturday, August 3rd, the Kitsilano Commons Plaza was transformed into a vibrant celebration of love, acceptance, and community as Kits Neighbourhood House hosted their first-ever local Pride...

It is always time to dream!Social interaction and the nourishment of both body and mind are the secrets to living a full life.At 83 years old, Rick is a vibrant and cherished member of the Gordon Neighbourhood House (GNH)...

Transforming TogetherThe ANHBC Collective has been on a journey of collective Strategic Transformation across all neighbourhood houses, camp, and central office, beginning in the spring and summer months of 2021. Centred in decolonizing, this work is truly taking shape...

Intergenerational Story of Place & Land ExplorationCome and Join Our Community Circle!An Intergenerational Story of Place & Land Exploration at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood HouseThe Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House Preschool (children aged 3–5) is a magical place. Natural lighting fills...

Marpole's Neighbourhood House opened their first Child Care facilityIt is a time of celebration for the neighbours and team of Marpole Neighbourhood House (MNH) - their first child care centre opened on April 2. Marpole Neighbourhood House Child Care...

Reframing South Vancouver & Marpole NeighbourhoodsDreaming for Social Justice EquityThe region of South Vancouver is bustling, vibrant and diverse in every way. Made up of four distinct neighbourhoods stretching from 41st Avenue to the Fraser River and Boundary Road...