Non-partisan organization, run by and for BC youth ages 16 to 21, promotes yough service in the community. Activities include regional youth parliaments throughout the province for youth ages 14 to 18, where participants develop public speaking skills and gain...

Provides services to public libraries to support their patrons with print disabilities. Eligible individuals are able to access a wide variety of books, magazines, and newspapers in audio, digital text, and braille formats. English and French language material...

Organizes bicycle tours and weekly day rides for active adults of all ages, locally and abroad. Tours are for both skilled and novice cyclists, and organized and led by volunteers. Modes include camping with support vehicle, self-contained, and hostel/motel gr...

Operates recreation sites across BC. Site activities and features include hiking, camping, swimming, boating, and fishing. Also operates visitor centres at two dams and a historic powerhouse site. Website provides maps and detailed information about recreation...

Promotes awareness of ecological farming practices by providing visitors with the opportunity to live and learn on organic farms. Promotes cultural and educational experiences while helping to build a sustainable community. Office hours are 8 am to 3 pm Monday...

Free summer day camp for recently arrived refugee children ages six to 12. Program includes English language practice in the morning and sports, games, arts, and crafts in the afternoon. Aims to help children gain the language skills and other tools they need ...

Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency ass...

Provides public access to books and other materials, free computer and internet access, print (25 cents per page), scan (free), and fax services, and programs for infants, children, teens, and adults. Programs include virtual computer literacy classes, English...

Offers a variety of educational and support groups at Family Services of the North Shore (FSNS) office and other locations. Women and Anger is an eight- to 10-week group for women to explore their relationship with anger. Grief Support Group provides support f...

Coordinates events and promotes interest in and enjoyment of the arts. Serves as a source of information about local arts and cultural groups. Operates CityScape Community ArtSpace gallery; and curates City Atrium Gallery in North Vancouver City Hall (141 West...

Operates the Presentation House Arts Centre, comprising the 158-seat Presentation House Theatre. The Anne Macdonald Studio, a former church used for rehearsals and workshops, is available for rent. Through the Firefly Project, helps North Shore primary school ...

Helps low-income families with children 18 years or younger, low-income seniors age 65 and over, and people with disabilities living in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Bowen Island, and Lions Bay. Provides Christmas Hampers filled with grocery cards, personal...

Provides free and low-cost social programs and support services for families of children from birth to 11 years of age. Offers opportunities for families to play, learn, and connect in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Services include drop-in and registered...

Provides outreach, education, and information and referral services to North Vancouver youth between the ages of 10 and 24, with a focus on identifying and supporting at-risk youth. Youth outreach workers provide one-to-one support regarding topics such as dru...

Drop-in resource centre for women seeking information, resources, peer counselling, and support on women's issues. Offers a single mother's support group in one-year cycles (beginning in September), monthly workshops, basic computer training offered in English...

Provides social and recreational services for North Shore residents. Also hosts the free UBC Law Students' Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) year-round (604-822-5791), and income tax assistance during tax season for low-income clients. Facilities may be rented by c...

Family resource centre at two locations for parents, caregivers, and children from birth to age six. Provides a clothing exchange, parent education, and learning opportunities for children. The core drop-in program, Learning Together Through Play, is a play-ba...

A drop-in lounge for teenagers. Offers movies, video games, pool, foosball, special events, outings, and access to youth outreach workers; snacks are provided. Open on Tuesdays from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm for ages 12 to 15, on Thursdays from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm for...

Offers drop-in opportunities for parents. The LoLo Family Playgroup Drop-in offers two drop-in from 9:30 am to 11:30 am and 12:30 pm to 2 pm Mondays and Wednesdays for parents and their children from birth to age six. Parent-Child Mother Goose encourages bondi...

A drop-in lounge for youth ages 13 to 18. Offers movies, pool, games, foosball, gym activities, and outings. Hours are 6 pm to 9 pm Tuesday to Thursday, 6 pm to 10 pm Friday and Saturday. The John Braithwaite centre gym is open for youth from 7 pm to 9:45 pm o...

Provides proactive prevention and education strategies to Squamish Nation families with children up to age six. Aims to help parents and children learn about lifespan development skills; family dynamics; developmental milestones; health and nutrition; and Squa...

Oversees parks, recreational facilities, and cultural facilities in North Vancouver. Indoor facilities include gymnasiums; fitness centres; racquet courts; swimming pools; ice rinks; art, dance, music, and pottery studios; multipurpose rooms, and a climbing wa...

Provides financial assistance to financially disadvantaged children and youth so that they can access organized amateur sport. Serves youth ages five to 18 who are attending school, have a sponsor reference, and meet eligibility criteria. Applicants must meet ...

Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families. Services for parents include information about child care and the child care subsidy, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also...

Operates and maintains parks, as well as providing trail and habitat enhancement programs, park safety enforcement, and wildlife protection. Also offers sports fields, courts, and other outdoor recreation facilities.