Get to know our volunteer of the month, Andrea! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.

Featuring Millie from our Newcomers Team, who has been part of Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for 10 years. 💙

In this video, Millie shares her own journey as a newcomer to Canada and reflects on the joy and meaning she finds in supporting Spanish-speaking newcomer women as they build the best life possible in their new home.

Another lovely Family Food Preservation class with Jessica at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House brought adults and kids together to pickle turnips, share beet salad, and collaborate. Participants felt productive, calm, and motivated, valuing community, and eagerly anticipating the jam-making class.

Get to know our volunteer of the month, Elinor! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.

Last week, MPNH welcomed volunteer coordinators from across the city for VCoP. Listed in no particular order: our very own Sandra, Gulsah (Alex House), Chio and Susan (Frog Hollow NH), Iman (Kits House), Anali (Little Mountain NH), Eddie and Brenda (Burnaby NH), and Jeven (Marpole NH), not pictured.

At Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (MPNH), shared meals across generations are central to our work. Bringing people of all ages together around food creates space for meaningful connections, allowing younger community members to learn from elders while elders stay connected to younger generations. Many of our programs weave food and learning together.

Get to know our volunteer of the month, Mama! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.

Older adults and seniors gathered for a festive winter tea party featuring table service, homemade treats, crafts, bingo, prizes, and warm conversation, creating a joyful and meaningful community experience made possible by dedicated staff and volunteers.

Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House hosted a joyful Pancake Breakfast, welcoming 113 community members and newcomers to enjoy food, laughter, and connection, highlighting the power of shared meals and dedicated volunteers.