Find information and dates about different events in the Vancouver-Point Grey community here!
Looking for a place to garden this year? Learn about our family friendly, cross cultural collaborative community gardens in Kits, Strathcona, and West Point Grey (Aberthau!) at this info session. Applications will be available for anyone interested in gardening with us. (All levels of experience welcome)
Hosted by Village Vancouver and Westside Neighbourhood Food Network. We’ll have a community seed library present – pick up some free seeds, swap or donate seeds.
About VSBSC 2020: LINK
The VSB Sustainability Conference is back for its 8th year or workshops, a FREE lunch, speakers, and an NGO fair!
The theme for this year’s conference is LINK – to identify the intersections of sustainability within broader social justice issues, such as Indigenous sovereignty and mental health. Explore the intricate systems of our world and how we can act to create positive change.
NEW THIS YEAR – Mentor Session: Come chat in a small group and learn about a community leader’s path and advice for success
FAQs
Can I attend the VSBSC if I’m not a VSB student?
Yes! While one of the VSBSC’s key goals is to connect all 18 VSB high schools, we would like to extend an invitation to you regardless of your affiliation with the VSB. Students in other districts are welcome to register as Out-of-District attendee!
I’m a staff member/parent/member of the community outside of the VSB.
Please register as an adult guest.
Where can I learn more about workshops, keynote speakers, the day’s schedule, etc?
Visit our website, and check back frequently for updates!
How can I contact the VSBSC?
Please contact us at chair@vsb-sustainabilityconference.com
Drop by a cozy campfire and learn about nature through story and song. Meet at park centre on 16th Ave, 400 m west of Blanca St.
All ages, FREE
*Please leave pets at home.
Dr. Deborah MacNamara and Eva will be hosting a webinar called “Staying Sane at Home with Kids”. From our child’s tantrums, resistance, playtime, to their questions of “what are we going to do today,” staying at home with kids has never been so ‘interesting.’ Come join Dr. Deborah MacNamara as we discuss the new realities of caring for our kids and how to help them with their emotions, while trying to preserve ours at the same time. The webinar event is on Wednesday, April 22, 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm. It will be free, but pre-registration is required on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/staying-sane-at-home-with-kids-with-dr-deborah-macnamara-tickets-102936369452
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BC’s Medical Health Official Dr. Bonnie Henry and Education Minister Rob Fleming answer COVID QUESTIONS FROM KIDS!
You’re not the only one with questions about COVID-19. Watch NEWS 1130 on Facebook Live this Saturday, May 2nd at 1:00 pm. That’s when Dr. Henry & Rob Fleming join our Legislative Reporter Liza Yuzda and Breakfast Television’s Thor Diakow…speaking directly to BC’s children.
Your kids can submit questions by video in advance on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Make sure to include their first name, age, and city!
COVID QUESTIONS FROM KIDS is presented by NEWS 1130, CityNews Vancouver & Breakfast Television.
Kitsilano Farmers’ Market
More information on the Vancouver Folk Music Festival @ Home
For both clinics, first doses will be prioritized for anyone 12 and older, and if there is capacity at the clinic, second doses will also be available for those who received their first dose at least seven weeks ago. For detailed information about the drop-in clinics, please visit www.vch.ca/vaccine
The market continues to operate as an essential service with COVID-19 protocols in place as we begin the transition to regular operations under the Step 3 BC Restart Plan. Visit our COVID-19 FAQs page for the full updated list of new protocols.