Through three councils, provides support to communities in BC and Yukon in delivery of program activities. Councils also provide training for volunteer leaders, develop special events for the province, coordinate participation in national and international eve...

A student-funded resource centre dedicated to social and environmental justice through research, education, and action including community-building initiatives. Offers a social justice library, student lounge, student initiated campaigns, workshops, and specia...

Volunteer organization that aims to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Dream It Be It hosts ongoing workshops and conferences to encourage girls to explore career options, develop goals, and discov...

Provides supportive services and programs for children, youth, families, seniors, and newcomers to Canada who live in southeast Vancouver. Also offers income tax clinics for people with low incomes, and hosts special events and celebrations throughout the year...

Provides services for at-risk youth ages 12 to 18 in Grades eight to 10 that offer growth opportunities in academics, literacy, life skills, vocational skills, self-care, computer skills, and volunteer and community involvement. Transition planning with youth ...

A nonprofit, volunteer and collectively run bookstore and resource centre offering tools for social change. Offers free internet and computer access, complimentary coffee and tea, a small lending library, and an area for kids. Also hosts events such as poetry ...

Provides information, support, and guidance concerning violence against young athletes in sporting contexts. Provides a 24/7 support and referral line to young athletes and players, from amateur to elite levels, who are victims or witnesses of violence. Also o...

Mentorship program for youth aged 12 to 19 who could benefit from a positive, supportive, non judgemental adult mentor in their lives. Mentors build relationships through in-office, outreach and community settings, providing guidance based on each youth's goal...

Provides social and recreational activities for teens ages 13 to 18 with disabilities. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Operates five days per week during July and August. Services Burnaby and New Westminster. Participants must be referred by...

Aims to develop and manage a sustainable multi-use trail network for the lower Sunshine Coast. Website includes information about local trails. Members are membership-based clubs and organizations with a strong focus on outdoor recreation. Nonprofit society.

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. Located in the portable on the grounds of Old Yale Road Elementary.

Provides public access to books and other materials; free computer and internet access; and programs for infants, children, teens, and adults. Offers in-depth reference and information either in person, via telephone, or email. Meeting rooms are available for ...

Provides employment services to youth ages 13 to 29 through one-on-one workshops, academic coaching, and networking opportunities. Also offers a drop-in space with access to computers, WiFi, and other amenities.

Provides social and recreational activities for teens with disabilities. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Operates during the school year.

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...

Offers a space for youth in Grade 6 and 7 to play sports and games, watch movies, and participate in activities. Membership is free and required to attend. Runs from 3 pm to 5 pm Wednesdays and Fridays, with extended hours from 5 pm to 8:30 pm on Fridays for p...

Educational and cultural organization dedicated to enhancing the understanding of cinema and contemporary media. Provides film screenings, educational services, and resources that celebrate the art of cinema, further its study, and advance media literacy. Prov...

Empowers youth ages 12 to 18 to have healthy and respectful relationships through an interactive violence prevention program called Respectful Relationships (R+R). Adult facilitators deliver workshops, and high school students co-facilitate. Serves various sch...

A resource centre offering a range of activities for the public and the dance profession in BC. Supports creators and presents performances and events to the public at the Scotiabank Dance Centre. Services for professionals include information about funding, j...

Community centre in downtown south Vancouver, open 9 am to 8 pm daily; general memberships are free. Provides daily low-cost meals: breakfast at 9 am to 11:30 am, lunch from 11:30 noon to 4:30 pm, and dinner from 4:30 pm to 7 pm; coffee, tea, and snacks are av...

Provides vulnerable children and youth with a variety of free programs and services. Break-Time Programs provide nurturing safe spaces for at-risk, inner-city elementary school students during winter, spring and summer breaks. The program offers nutritious mea...

Social and community arts club offers various activities and events, including a members' lounge. The WISE Hall, a multipurpose, second-floor room offers a sound and lighting system, green room, bar, and washrooms, is available for rent. Used primarily for con...

Provides in-school and out-of-school programming to youth ages 14 to 18. Programs include week-long summer camps that incorporate social emotional learning and training in self-awareness, co-operation, communication, global awareness, environmental sustainabil...

Facilitates the development of shared-use, non-motorized trail networks within BC, including the Trans Canada Trail. Cooperatively builds and promotes trails, and advocates for trails and those who use them. Membership fees vary; open to individuals, recreatio...

Operates camps (including during summer, winter and spring breaks, and Pro-D days) and year-round sports programming for children and youth ages three to 17. Offers sports camps, arts and music camps, adventure camps, specialty camps, day camps, residential ca...