Mosaic - http://www.mosaicbc.com - A multilingual non-profit organization assisting immigrants and refugees in their integration into Canadian society. Includes program and service descriptions, awards and publications, volunteer and employment opportunities, and contact information.
411 Seniors Centre
- http://www.411seniors.bc.ca/
- Multi-purpose social and recreational downtown drop in facility for seniors. Volunteer opportunities, history of the organization, membership information, and news.
Agape Street Ministry
- http://www.agapestreetministry.org/
- Catholic street ministry focusing on the downtown eastside area of Hastings and Cordova, and reaching out specifically to the “working women of the street”. Includes details and contact information.
FarmFolk/CityFolk
- http://www.ffcf.bc.ca/
- An organization interested in agriculture issues including food security, nutrition, food supply, health, and community development.
Marpole-Oakridge Family Place
- http://www.marfamplace.org/
- A non-profit organization and is registered as a society. Provides drop-in basis, a supporting and relaxing atmosphere in which parents, caregivers, and children can meet and socialize.
Mike Wiebe
- http://www.wiebe.ca/
- A weblog and photo gallery from a guy, writing about his thoughts, rants, happenings and humour.
Passe-temps
- http://www.passe-temps.ca
- Database-driven interactive selection of events including public lectures, discussion groups, concerts, and other cultural events. Event posting, calendar, and discussion forums provided.
Seymour Speakers Toastmasters Club
- http://seymourspeakers.freetoasthost.net/
- Non-profit organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests. Includes a club calendar, FAQ, membership information, and directions.
Social Buzz
- http://www.socialbuzz.ca
- Organizes outdoor events and weekends for people who want to enjoy an active lifestyle and expand their social circle. Includes event details and photo contest.
Sogetsu Vancouver Branch
- http://www.sogetsuvancouver.com/
- Organization of Ikebana enthusiasts conducting meetings, programs, demonstrations and workshops. Includes history, an events schedule and a gallery of floral designs.
VSSEAC
- http://www.vancouversinglesclub.com
- Schedules social, sports and cultural activities for local singles. Provides membership information and list of featured and ongoing events.
Vancouver Peak Oil
- http://vancouverpeakoil.org/
- Works to build awareness of the threat of a permanent oil shortage and advocates mitigation efforts. Includes articles, activism efforts, and upcoming events.
West Side Family Place
- http://www3.telus.net/wsfp/
- A family resource program that allows families to meet, make new friends, gain a sense of community and receive ongoing support and assistance in efforts to raise healthy, happy children.
[murmur]
- http://murmurvancouver.ca/
- An archival audio project that has collected stories set in specific locations throughout Vancouver's Chinatown.
