Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society (VAFCS)

Provides year-round, low-barrier, 24-hour emergency housing, with 65 beds for all genders ages 19 and up. Services include breakfast and dinner, on-site showers, personal hygiene products, first aid, and access to local calling; can also act as a mailing address for incoming mail. Free clothing is o...

Provides 35 short-term beds for adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and are working toward goals with the support of staff. Accommodation is divided into female and male sleeping areas. Beds are assigned while in the program; residents able to leave belongings in their area. Supports ...

An emergency low-barrier shelter that accommodates up to 55 men ages 19 and over. Accepts cisgender and transgender men. Open at 3 pm on a first-come, first-served basis; curfew is at 11 pm and shelter closes at 10 am. Provides a hot dinner around 6:15 pm, and a sandwich/snack for breakfast after 8...

Offers daily drop-in programs for elders age 55 and older who live in Vancouver. Elders, who sign up as members, may access a daily 12 noon luncheon as well as social/recreational activities. There is also a food bank every Wednesday (except during cheque issue week). Hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday t...

Provides social, educational, and recreational programs for urban Aboriginal youth ages six to 29; some activities are held in the youth's recreation room, and others in the gym and off-site. In-house services include a kitchen, library, computer lab, games, lounge, and arts and crafts. A monthly ca...