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…
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 Danielle Verzosa from Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House about their role as Community Engagement and Communications Coordinator, their passions, and a few fun facts! What does Neighbourhood House…
The Transformative Forest Ecosystem: A Bowen Island StoryBy Liz Lougheed Green We marveled at the interconnectedness of the forest. In the early days of the Core Transformation teamwork, a small group found ourselves on Bowen Island for a day.The day was filled with thoughtful discussions, planning and stories. At one point, we decided to take…
Neighbourhood House Movement Making Energized by a vision for change, informed by a wealth of neighbourhood knowledge, and supported by a culture of innovation, ANHBC programs and teams amplify social change and build a more resilient Neighbourhood House Movement. In January 2023, members from all areas of the ANHBC family came together for a dialogue…
Amy Majam’s ANHBC journey began sixteen years ago, shortly after she immigrated to Canada from the Philippines. At the time, she had enrolled in a settlement employment program at the Immigrant Services Society of BC, which she credits immensely for helping her adjust to life in Canada. Aside from assisting with her job search, Amy’s…
Aaniin, boozhoo, indinawemaaganidook. Natasha Meryl Miskwaa Dibik Giizis nindizhnikaaz. Mikinak nindodem. Michi Saagiig nindoonjiibaa. Hello, all my relatives. My name is Natasha Meryl Miskwaa Dibik Giizis. Turtle is my totem. Michi Saagig is where I am from. My role within ANHBC is Program Coordinator of the Indigenous Youth Employment Program (‘IYEP’), through Frog Hollow Neighbourhood…
ANHBC’s Childcare Directors and staff play an instrumental role in providing exceptional care to families of all backgrounds. Beyond fostering an inclusive, nurturing environment, they create opportunities for children to grow alongside their community. To honour Child Care Month in BC, we are sharing a story from Stefani Chandler, Childcare Director at Alex House. “Alex…
The Next Summer Stories Series follows Ghfran Alkour and her family, and how they found a new and welcoming community at the Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House after coming to Canada from Syria. We hope you enjoy their story! When you walk through the doors of a neighbourhood house, you are met with a buzz of…
This Neighbourhood House Impact Story is shared by Kiko Kung (they/them), Youth Engagement Facilitator from Alexandra Neighbourhood House. Written in their own words, Kiko’s story it is one of belonging, inclusive safe spaces, and strong youth voices. We hope you enjoy it! When I was 15 years old, I moved from downtown Vancouver to the…
