Our News and Stories
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Janav!
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Janav! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Said!
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Said! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.
Get to know our volunteers of the month, Senior Line Dancer Instructors!
Get to know our volunteers of the month, Senior Line Dancer Instructors! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.
Sandra as the new Volunteer Coordinator (Impact Story 2024 - 2025)
Every role is crucial, and each volunteer deserves to be celebrated for their invaluable contribution to Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House. Since October 2024, Office Manager Sandra Pahl has brought much-needed stability to the volunteer coordinator role. Inspired by volunteers’ dedication, Sandra values their impact and has strengthened the organization. Recognizing their efforts, she celebrates volunteers’ impact, noting that many go above and beyond. Through her leadership, the organization has grown stronger, and Sandra’s appreciation for the commitment and generosity of the volunteer community has deepened.
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Armaan!
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Armaan! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Farah!
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Farah! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Melany!
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Melany! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Simon!
Get to know our volunteer of the month, Simon! Their role, their stories, and the reason why they volunteer at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House.
There’s an app for that: Vancouver program brings groceries to seniors’ doorstep
In rainy Vancouver, venturing outside for groceries is often a daunting task, especially for people without access to a car, such as many seniors. An app developed by nurse Ian Li is helping seniors order groceries for free delivery by connecting them with local volunteers.