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At our neighbourhood house, we’re committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for everyone. To support this commitment, we’ve introduced a new complaint process designed to ensure greater equity, transparency, and fairness. Whether you’re a program participant, volunteer,…
Have you ever had an idea to bring your neighbours together but weren’t sure how to fund it? That’s where Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) come in! These grants are designed to support community-led projects that foster connection, belonging, and creativity.…
Amid the kale, tomatoes, and flowers flourishing in Gordon Neighbourhood House’s community gardens this summer, something truly special took root. Volunteers cultivated tobacco leaves—a crop of deep cultural and spiritual significance, traditionally offered to honour Indigenous Knowledge Keepers—adding a meaningful…
Gordon Neighbourhood House is proud partner with United Way British Columbia to be a United Way Regional Community Food Hub. Food hubs are networks of community partners working together to improve food access by sharing resources and knowledge to deliver…
Everyone is invited for lunch at Gordon Neighbourhood House! Join us for a delicious three-course meal for only $7.50 (no tax or tip required). Lunches are served on Mondays and Fridays at 12:00pm. Our Community Chef Luca and his team…
Everyone is invited to lunch at Gordon Neighbourhood House! Our lunches are a great place where neighbours can enjoy a meal together, meet new people, and catch up with friends in a casual environment. Lunches are served on Mondays and…
Living with chronic pain can be both physically and emotionally exhausting. That is why it is crucial to be able to access safe spaces where sharing your experience living with chronic pain can be heard and understood. In an effort…
Did you know that Gordon Neighbourhood coordinates over 55 urban gardening spaces in the West End neighbourhood of Vancouver, and every year hosts many nature-based activities and events? Community gardens are about more than just growing plants, they are special…
This summer, Gordon Neighbourhood House led two initiatives to aid food insecurity through the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program (FMNCP) and Grocery Gift Card Program. Over 1,000 West End Households applied and received either a gift card or coupon; they…
Most Canadians aren’t used to worrying about dangerously hot temperatures, especially in the Pacific Northwest. Heat waves however are becoming increasingly common. The effects of climate change doesn’t just mean we will experience warmer average temperatures, it also causes intense…
Our Summer Camp days are always filled with cooperative games, sports, arts & crafts, skill development activities, and LOTS of fun out-trips to different parts of Vancouver! Looking to get the most out of the hot summer days, and stay…
We are deeply sorry to share that GNH’s Attic Thrift Stores will be closed indefinitely. This decision is not made lightly. We recognize the Thrift Store is a community hub that provides essential low-cost goods, books, and clothing to the…
We will be hosting free income tax clinics for the year 2021 only. Who can register? – Seniors and households that have only a modest income and a simple tax situation. How can you register? – You must arrange an…
In the lead-up to the 2021 Federal election, Gordon Neighbourhood House launched a #WestEndVotes initiative to raise awareness about the election, and encourage eligible neighbours to vote. Food insecurity is a serious issue in our community, and food justice forms…
Do you love/want to… Watch anime/Japanese drama/Japanese movies? Read manga/Japanese literature? Listen to Japanese music? Eat Japanese food? Make Japanese friends? Travel to Japan? If you responded “yes” to any of these questions, I encourage you to enroll in my…
Link to bonus wonder appie recipe video on Youtube Whimsy Appetizer Ingredients and Materials:- Smashed Avocado – Cream Cheese – Plastic Bag – Jelly (any flavour)- Sesame Seeds – Bowl- Bonus: Raw Salmon to place in between layers
Do you have an idea for a small project that will make a positive impact in our community? We have funding still available this year to support 83 more small projects with $500 each! The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program is a…
During March we teamed up with ‘UBC Reading Week‘ which is an opportunity for students to learn from and share their skills with community organizations. Three students were placed at Gordon Neighbourhood House where they planned and hosted a vegetarian…
Do you have a small project idea that could make a positive impact in our community? Online applications are now open for Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grants and Greenest City Neighbourhood Small Grants! The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program is a…
Over the winter months you may have noticed a new planter box with perennial plants and signage in front of Gordon Neighbourhood House. The project was created by West End neighbour Jesse Orr. Jesse is a multidisciplinary artist, farmer, gardener,…
