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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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.

Provides public access to books and other materials including eBooks, magazines, DVDs, and CDs. Also offers a full range of information services for youth; free learning opportunities through programs, study space, and volunteer opportunities; free WIFI, compu...

Provides after-school and evening social and recreation activities on a drop-in basis for children and youth ages six to 18. Day camp programs available during school breaks and in summer.

A drop-in lounge for ages 10 to 13. Offers foosball, video and board games, movies, and activities. Youth outreach workers are available for one-on-one support. Snacks are provided. Hours are 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Wednesdays. Operated in partnership with North Va...

A social program on Saturdays for youth ages nine to 18 who have developmental disabilities. Provides opportunities to learn social and life skills, pursue recreational interests, and participate in small group activities. Referral required from Ministry of Ch...

Community-based agency serving northeast Vancouver. Works with residents, government, and non-government agencies in responding to community needs. Provides child care, seniors programs, family services, teen and preteen programs, job boards, employment suppor...

Offers recreation activities, services, and resources for youth ages nine to 24. Youth Drop-In provides a fun, safe, and social environment where youth can relax, learn, develop skills, make positive social connections, have access to community resources and b...

Uses art to provide mental health and psychosocial rehabilitation/recovery to Vancouver residents ages 16 and older who have a current mental health diagnosis. Program mandate is to create an art community to help people with mental health issues explore and d...

Offers a range of wellness, support, and therapeutic services, including traditional and cultural wellness supports. Services include child and youth therapy (art, expressive, land-based), family therapy, therapeutic support groups, and community events that p...

Christian organization aims to bring positive change to Metro Vancouver through serving children, youth, and families from diverse backgrounds, with a specific focus on vulnerable populations. Provides children and youth with opportunities to gain experience a...

A mentorship program that connects Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 with a role model who can provide advice and support to work towards goals, or towards positive change. Mentors help youth realize their strengths, work towards goals, and build confidence and i...

A mentorship program that connects Indigenous youth ages 12 to 15 with a role model who can provide advice and support to work towards goals, or towards positive change. Youth and mentors are matched based on need, interests, and overall fit. Mentors help yout...

Offers Indigenous youth ages 11 to 24 a safe and welcoming space to explore arts and culture. Cultural activities, led by Elders and Knowledge Keepers, include working with cedar, cleansing, smudging, and medicine walks. Art activities include visual art, perf...

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, l...

Offers sport and recreational activities to Indigenous youth ages 11 to 24. Focuses on creating and maintaining an inclusive, safe, and healthy space that supports youth to be physically active, make positive life choices, and develop leadership skills. Activi...

Provides non-judgemental one-to-one support, cultural and recreational activities, and programming to Indigenous youth ages 11 to 24, incorporating cultural teachings from the medicine wheel, the Circle of Courage, and local First Nations. Works with local sch...