Umbrella agency for BC-based organizations, groups, and individuals involved in sustainable development and global issues programs. Services include capacity-building workshops, public engagement training and education, membership networking activities, and in...

Provides a supplement to fully or partially cover the cost of attendance at a recognized camp for children of income assistance, disability assistance, or hardship assistance recipients; or adult recipients of disability assistance. Phone service is available ...

Offers advocacy, education, and support for people affected by epilepsy. Provides a resource library, information materials in various languages, educational events, information and referral services, hospital outreach, support groups, and peer support. Also o...

Serves families with young children birth to school-age who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or deafblind. Family-centred early intervention promotes successful communication between children and their families. Services include support groups, information, speech a...

Supports and promotes second-language education and cross-cultural understanding through heritage/international language instruction and education. Organizes exchanges between Grade 10 and 11 BC students and students in Germany. Also serves as an umbrella orga...

Works to ensure the well-being of BC Metis Federation members in BC, and to advance Metis knowledge, language, culture, wellness, and self-determination through capacity building and systemic advocacy. Assists in creating employment and training opportunities ...

Develops and maintains religious, cultural, and educational facilities for the Muslim community. Services include information and referral, religious services, full burial services, community services, and schools. Owns and operates eight mosques and Islamic c...

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 ...

Protects and manages provincial parks, recreation areas, and ecological reserves. Persons with disabilities may be eligible to camp for free at road-accessible provincial parks; eligibility criteria on website. BC Parks Discover Camping Campground Reservation ...

Educates and entertains through interactive exhibits. Tells stories of outstanding achievements in sport in British Columbia. Also offers educational programs and activities for school and community groups. Hours are 10 am to 4 pm Fridays and Saturdays. Nonpro...

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...

Offers the SPCA Kids Club, the youth 'Bark!' magazine, school presentations, curriculum development, summer camps, and website resources to encourage young people to treat animals with compassion and respect.

Provides a range of services for children, youth and families including social and recreational programs at neighbourhood clubs for children and youth ages six to 18. Other services include a wilderness summer camp, counselling services, parenting programs, ea...

A natural history museum that offers exhibits, interactive activities, guided tours, and a gift shop. Admission is $14 for adults; $12 for seniors, non-UBC students (with student ID), and youth ages 13 to 17; $10 for children ages five to 12; and free for UBC ...

Offers fitness classes, recreational and court sports, a swimming pool, and a strength and cardio centre. Also offers child and youth programs as well as community programs, childminding, swim lessons including aquafit, and martial arts. A membership is requir...

Offers inclusive, online conversaton cafes where people can feel welcome, make new friends, learn from one another, appreciate other cultures, and develop support networks. Cafes aim to end social isolation and loneliness by fostering a sense of belonging and ...

Provides a variety of one-to-one mentoring programs for children from age seven to 14. Children are matched with adult volunteers who provide friendship, guidance, and support. Programs are offered for children and youth of all genders, both in the community a...

Women, ages 19 and up, are matched as mentors with girls ages seven to 17 for the purpose of establishing caring, supportive, mentoring friendships to enhance the confidence, self-esteem, and well-being of the Little Sisters. The Study Buddy Program is a free ...

Provides community recreation programming for Bowen Island. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.

Family centre offers education and support for parents and caregivers with young children from birth to age six. Focus is on strength-based family support that promotes connections between parents and their children, families, and the community. Provides devel...

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, in person and via telephone or email. Hours are 12 noon to 4 pm Wednesday ...

Provides a safe place for youth ages 12 to 18 to drop-in and play games and sports, use the mobile skateboard park, participate in social events, and engage with friends and the community. Also offers scheduled programming, which includes leadership training, ...

Develops and provides educational, recreational, library, and social services for the communities of Grandview-Woodland and Strathcona. Manages a 18-acre complex featuring elementary and secondary schools, child care programs, senior's and teen's centres, a pu...

Provides social and recreational opportunities, and job skills training and certifications for immigrant youth ages 11 to 18 who are new to Canada. Also helps them deal with current issues such as barriers by providing leadership and skills training. Low-cost ...

Centre for youth ages 13 to 18 to meet, get information and support, and share ideas and interests. Offers cooking classes, sports, outdoor and camp activities, workshops, art, anti-graffiti projects, and leadership programs. A public access computer is also a...