Interested in DIY clothing repair? Non-profit group Frameworq Education Society is hosting free workshops at the Vancity Blundell Centre community branch on April 27 and May 25 from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. Register here or by walking into the branch. BYOC (bring your own clothes).
On Jan. 14 of this year, the Richmond municipal government officially endorsed the ABC Plan to reduce poverty, following a presentation by Theresa Head, Richmond Advocacy & Support Committee (RASC) member. In a letter to B.C. Premier John Horgan, Mayor Malcolm Brodie states the following: “While recognizing the challenges of implementing such an ambitious plan, … Read more
Do you or someone you know work with seniors who need help with housing? If so, the Seniors Services Society is offering a six-week program providing social service staff and volunteers with information about types of housing, government programs as well as training in key contact relationship building, communication techniques and more. Please refer to … Read more
On March 1, join Autistics United Canada and the Autistic Self Advocacy Network in remembering people with disabilities who were victims of violent crime. The candlelight vigil begins at 5 p.m. at Woodlands Memorial Garden in New Westminster. ASL interpretation will be provided.
RMCS and Richmond Community Collaboration Table invite residents to come join a forum next week at the Brighouse library. Share your experiences about what it’s like to live in the city, and whether you’ve encountered any day-to-day barriers or issues. The goal is to come up with solutions to create a sense of community for … Read more
The Kehila Society of Richmond is ramping up its annual Rose’s Angels program for 2019, which donates bundles to those in need consisting of warmth, non-perishable food and personal hygiene items. Please email rosesangelsevent@gmail.com or call 604-241-9270 if you have any of the above available for donation, or are part of an agency seeking care packages … Read more
How does making friends and picking up some healthy meal cooking skills sound? Then register for one of these free sessions below, hosted by Family Services of Greater Vancouver, starting in January and running until August 2019. For more information and to RSVP, contact Minoo at 778-885-5165 or email mjavadi@fsgv.ca.