Tag Archives: Community Stories

Emergency food bags on their way!

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Eva

40 families in need and the numbers are growing! Continue reading →

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Story Gathering Sessions

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Jennie Yuen

Exploring Stories of the Hastings-Sunrise Area Be a part of this collective social art project by sharing your stories and memories of the Hastings-Sunrise area. We will discuss pre and post settlement history, changes in the neighbourhood and its impacts … Continue reading →

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Share Your Voice on International Women’s Day 2018

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Kyra Dawson

Today we celebrate International Women’s Day 2018! We would like to invite you to share your voice in the comment section of our blog. Share an experience, an idea, a historical fact, or an action of women coming together to … Continue reading →

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Community Wellness Forum

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Linda Tsang

Please save the day and come to our community wellness forum on March 12, 2018 at 10:00am- 2:00pm.  There are many seniors resource available and healthy ingredients to pick up.  This include educational talks, healthy food and exercise too.  We … Continue reading →

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Dr. Yu & Dr. Lieblich Interviews

Posted on October 16, 2017 by gloriafrog

Hello everyone! I’d like you to meet two local medical professionals in your community.  Dr. Yu is a highly-talented acupuncturist and Chinese medicine doctor who specializes in hair loss treatments.  Dr. Lieblich, who has practiced dentistry in the Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood … Continue reading →

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What I Learned from Engaging Abundant Community

Posted on October 11, 2017 by Kyra Dawson

On Thursday, October 5th Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House had the opportunity to sit in on a round table with a group of people at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House and listen to them tell their stories. One of the ladies in … Continue reading →

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Tamam Palestinian Restaurant & BK Market Interviews

Posted on October 2, 2017 by gloriafrog

More stories from our friendly neighbours at Tamam Palestinian Restaurant and BK Market on Hastings Street.  We were thrilled to get to know these amazing locally-minded business owners.  Stay tuned for more stories! Funded by the Hastings Legacy Fund.  

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East Café and Di Oliva Interviews

Posted on September 28, 2017 by gloriafrog

Through our Generating Connections Project, youth and senior volunteers conducted interviews with businesses in the Hastings-Sunrise area.  The East Café and Di Oliva were kind enough to participate in our project.  Below are their stories.  Stay tuned for more interviews! … Continue reading →

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Share Your Stories About People, Places and Spaces

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Kyra Dawson

Have you read the great news? Have you shared your story about the neighbourhood we live in? Read on to find out how to share your own story with us. Continue reading →

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Community Neighbourhood Stories: Laughing Bean

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Jennie Yuen

Another exciting visit to one of local businesses in the Hastings-Sunrise Neighbourhood area of Vancouver. We’ve made an appointment to interview Rebecca and Wayne, owners of Laughing Bean Coffee Shop. Video: Meet Rebecca and Wayne Filmed and edited by Jennie … Continue reading →

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