* Content warning* This post contains information about residential schools. For helplines and support, scroll to the end. This Saturday is Orange Shirt Day, a day to mourn the suffering inflicted on Indigenous children in Residential Schools. In May 2021, 215 unmarked graves of children were recovered at the site of the former Kamloops…
Meet Oliver Cowan, a participant and volunteer at Marpole Neighbourhood House, who discovered an extraordinary sense of connection through the Gathering Gardeners. From harvesting crops to sharing meals, Oliver has built friendships, learned new skills, and found a supportive community that embraces them fully.
For Tito Perez, volunteering at South Vancouver Neighbourhood House became a lifeline after moving to Canada as a refugee. Through the Food Hub program, he practiced English, gained skills, made friends, and built confidence—experience that helped him find meaningful work and a sense of belonging.
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…
Our next feature in the #GiveToGrow #SummerStorySeries is from Alicia Smith, Strategic Development Coordinator from Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, and organizer of their first Drag Storytime. Last week was Vancouver Pride, and across ANHBC neighbourhood houses and in our communities, we celebrated! In honour of Pride Week we are happy to share an interview with Alicia….
Gordon Neighbourhood House (GNH) is tucked away in the community now known as the West End of Vancouver, up from the shores of Yulkshun (Squamish place name for English Bay) and walking distance from X̱wáy̓x̱way (Squamish Village in Stanley Park). Surrounded by a dense and vibrant intergenerational community, the Neighbourhood House is a gathering place…
Our next feature in the #GiveToGrow #SummerStorySeries is from Vinita Sud, a yoga teacher, passionate community member, and neighbourhood house Board of Directors volunteer who found meaning and connection at Alex Neighbourhood House. We hope you enjoy Vini’s story, told in her own words. Alex Neighbourhood House has played a pivotal role in my journey…
Introducing Saba, a landscape architect, a passionate community member and advocate for boulevard gardens who has found a unique way to financially support the Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (MPNH). Saba’s journey began with his Instagram project, where he posted photos of every boulevard garden he encountered. To Saba’s surprise, his Instagram account gained a significant…
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…
