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Honouring the Legacy of Elmer Helm

Elmer Joseph Helm January 6, 1926 – June 29, 2026 It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we are honouring the life of the incredible neighbourhood house advocate and champion Elmer Helm. Elmer passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of service, vision, enthusiasm and mentorship across our neighbourhood houses. Elmer was ANHBC’s first Executive Director, when the organization was known as the Neighbourhood Services Association of Greater Vancouver, from 1967-1986, a nearly 20-year tenure. Elmer led…

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Neighbourhood Houses | Participant | Volunteer | Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House

From Participant to Volunteer; Vanessa Blooms at MPNH

As part of Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House’s 50th anniversary, we’re proud to reshare a story that reflects the deep roots and continued growth of our community. Vanessa Guerrero’s journey is one of those stories. From her first unexpected moment of connection to her evolution as a volunteer and leader,, Vanessa’s experience shows how a welcoming…

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Neighbourhood Houses | Staff | Land Justice | ANHBC Central Services

ANHBC Announces Leadership Transition and Appointment of New CEO

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of British Columbia (ANHBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Lyle as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective July 20, 2026. Jennifer will succeed Liz Lougheed Green, who will step down as CEO on July 31, following a planned leadership transition. Jennifer joins ANHBC from the Alzheimer Society…

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Neighbourhood Houses | Staff | Land Justice | ANHBC Central Services

Land Justice and The ANHBC HR & Payroll Team

At ANHBC, our commitment to Land Justice calls us to listen, reflect, and act with intention. Here’s how Miracle, Human Resources Assistant on the Central Team, is bringing the Voice of the Land into her team’s everyday work creating space for connection, and deeper purpose. “I am a part of the HR and Payroll Team…

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Neighbourhood Houses | Child Care

Help Protect $10aDay Child Care

Affordable child care is essential for families, children, and communities across BC. But right now, $10aDay child care is at risk. What’s happening? The federal government committed to building a $10aDay child care system but funding gaps are now putting that promise in jeopardy. In BC, expansion has slowed, and it’s unclear when new spaces…

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Staff | Neighbourhood Houses | Group | South Vancouver Neighbourhood House

Staff Highlight: Stephanie San

Spotlighting one of our amazing team members so you can learn more about the people who help make our organization what it is. This time, we’re chatting with Stephanie San from South VancouverNeighbourhood House about her role as UX, Marketing and Communications Coordinator. “My neighbourhood house journey was first lit on a snowy winter day…

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Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30th. This day is a time to listen, learn, and reflect on the injustices experienced by Indigenous children in residential schools, and the lasting impacts on First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities — while honouring their resilience and strength. Across our…

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Neighbourhood Houses | South Vancouver Neighbourhood House | Summer Story Series

From Brick Walls to Blooming Stories

At the corner of Victoria and 49th Avenue, South Vancouver Neighbourhood House has stood since 1977. For decades, its neutral brick walls blended into the background, unreflective of the vibrance and community life unfolding inside. “Some participants have said that they thought our building was an insurance office and didn’t know to come in until…

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Summer Story Series | Neighbourhood Houses | Sasamat Outdoor Centre

What Land Justice Means for Sasamat

From her first role at Sasamat in 2014 to now leading as Executive Director, Kristen Hyodo’s journey is one of transformation, purpose, and passion. What started as temporary move grew into a lifelong commitment to outdoor education, youth leadership, and Land Justice. Today, Sasamat Outdoor Centre thrives under her leadership as a space where young…

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Neighbourhood Houses | Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House | Summer Story Series

The Forest Eco-System

May’ My name is Marisa Law, the illustrator of the ANHBC Strategic Transformation Forest Ecosystem. I am 22 and an urban Indigenous (Upper Smelqmix/Upper Similkameen) / Settler youth artist residing on Coast Salish Territory.

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