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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.
Sock it to literacy!
Keep your Keep your feet cozy, and give your heart the warm fuzzies by helping people at our House reach their full potential with literacy skills. With thanks to Decoda Literacy and Blue Sky Clothing!
How posters in Canadian cities are whitewashing systemic racism
NEW WESTMINSTER (NEWS 1130) – Police in New Westminster have opened an investigation after signs reading ‘It’s okay to be white’ were spotted near Douglas College this week.
Tea & Muffins with The Front Step Project
We invite you to an afternoon discussion with muffins, tea, and coffee to share ideas on housing, building community, and intergenerational relationships.
Tiny Mount Pleasant park was a labour of love
New parklet at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House was three years in the making. If the Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is the living room of the community, its new parklet is the front porch.
Walk, Shop & Chop for older folks and seniors
Walk, Shop & Chop is a lasting trend for seniors’ wellness in our neighbourhood!
Raise-a-Reader: Couple from China get parenting respite along with English classes
Parents Ivy Choy and Kelvin Yang look forward to their weekly literacy classes at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for more than just the chance to improve their English skills.
Dancing to show our love!
Ruby Carr of Z95.3 gives a shout out to Jenny and Shirley at Mount Pleasant Neigbhourhood House, in support of our crowdfunding campaign for the new public parklet.
Need more free things to do? Tiny parks catch on in Vancouver
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, a registered charity neighbourhood hub that offers events, childcare and community programs, has converted two parking stalls in front of its building into a mini park, or parklet. The new gathering space on the corner of East Broadway and Prince Albert Street includes an enclosed patio with seating and a garden.