Sep
12
2024
Intergenerational Connections
As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, many of us are reminiscing about the summer months. This time of year brings on familiar feelings of excitement, nostalgia and nervousness, even for those of us...
Sep
06
2024
Building a Bright Future Together
Make It! Program is a therapeutic art-based program for youth ages 15-30 who may need support with employment or identify as living with a disability (including mental health challenges), at Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House. Make...
Aug
29
2024
Bringing the community together
Dreaming of a comfortable and safe place for everyone
Our next Summer Story comes from Alex House - written by Shelley Cranstone (Director, Community Development).
When the request for a summer story came, one person came to mind...
Aug
28
2024
Neighbourhood House Movement Making
Energized by a vision for change, informed by a wealth of neighbourhood knowledge, and supported by a culture of innovation, ANHBC programs and teams amplify social change and build a more resilient Neighbourhood House Movement.
In January...
Aug
22
2024
Collective Transformation: Building Relationships to Land, People & Place
By Ancel Zhu
The ANHBC Collective Strategic Transformation Framework is no ordinary strategic plan. It intertwines individual stories, relationships, patience, uncertainties, bravery, heart and commitment. As the fruits of this work take...
Aug
14
2024
First Local Pride Celebration at Kitsilano Neighbourhood:
Dreaming of Meaningful Respect and Equity
On Saturday, August 3rd, the Kitsilano Commons Plaza was transformed into a vibrant celebration of love, acceptance, and community as Kits Neighbourhood House hosted their first-ever local Pride...
Aug
01
2024
It is always time to dream!
Social interaction and the nourishment of both body and mind are the secrets to living a full life.
At 83 years old, Rick is a vibrant and cherished member of the Gordon Neighbourhood House (GNH)...
Jul
24
2024
Transforming Together
The ANHBC Collective has been on a journey of collective Strategic Transformation across all neighbourhood houses, camp, and central office, beginning in the spring and summer months of 2021. Centred in decolonizing, this work is truly taking shape...
Jul
17
2024
Intergenerational Story of Place & Land Exploration
Come and Join Our Community Circle!
An Intergenerational Story of Place & Land Exploration at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House
The Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House Preschool (children aged 3–5) is a magical place. Natural lighting fills...
Jul
11
2024
Marpole's Neighbourhood House opened their first Child Care facility
It is a time of celebration for the neighbours and team of Marpole Neighbourhood House (MNH) - their first child care centre opened on April 2. Marpole Neighbourhood House Child Care...