BioCYCLE
BioCYCLE
Youth-led sustainability club. Youth volunteers learn to write grants, coordinate workshops and events, attend trainings, mentor children on green-living, and develop environmentally-friendly lifestyles.
When
Tuesdays at 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Friday Nights
Friday Nights
Drop-in program. This popular night is a safe place for youth to relax, hang out, and meet new friends. Youth can also earn volunteer hours by helping out at SVNH with tidying, decorating for special events, and helping other programs.
When
Fridays at 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Global Citizens (Captain James Cook)
Global Citizens (Captain James Cook)
Global awareness program for children ages 9 to 12. During lunch hour, children learn about gender equality, sustainability, poverty, food security, education, and mental health. Members coordinate fundraisers and awareness campaigns inspired by We Day with the support of a post-secondary mentor and school staff member.
Where
Captain James Cook Elementary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Global Citizens (Waverley)
Global Citizens (Waverley)
Global awareness program for children ages 9 to 12 years old. During lunch hour, children learn about gender equality, sustainability, poverty, food security, education, and mental health. Members coordinate fundraisers and awareness campaigns inspired by We Day with the support of a post-secondary mentor and school staff member.
When
Mondays at 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Where
Waverley Elementary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Green Team (David Thompson)
Green Team (David Thompson)
School Club in partnership with David Thompson Secondary. Students coordinate green-living campaigns, operate the industrial composter, and host an annual Grow Your Own Green Team conference for seven surrounding elementary schools.
When
Thursdays at 11:30am to 12:15pm
Where
David Thompson Secondary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Guys Group (Killarney)
Guys Group (Killarney)
Club for guys. Guys (including CIS, trans, and questioning) join this welcoming and inclusive club to create lasting relationships. Topics include: media literacy, self-esteem/awareness, mental/emotional/psychological/physical health, and out-trips. Snacks provided.
When
Thursdays at 11:30am to 12:15pm
Where
Killarney Secondary School
Cost
Free
Homework Club/Dream Green
Homework Club/Dream Green
Homework help and green workshop. Children ages 8 to 12 years old receive support and mentorship from high school youth volunteers. A green-living or literacy activity is introduced at the end of each session and is led by youth leaders from BIoCYCLE.
When
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
SVNH membership required, $30/term for 1 day per week or $50/term for 2 days per week
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Learning Club (John Oliver)
Learning Club (John Oliver)
Homework help for newcomer youth who are permanent residents. Newcomer youth receive help and support with homework from mentors who are post-secondary students from different fields.
When
ridays at 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Where
John Oliver Secondary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Sherry, email sherry@southvan.org
Karma Connections Pre-employment Program
Karma Connections Pre-employment Program
Pre-employment program for newcomer youth who are permanent residents. Newcomer youth improve employability by practicing job interviews and writing resumes. Youth also enjoy group volunteering out-trips.
When
Spring Break (2 week program) and Summer Break (2 cohorts, 2 weeks each)
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free
Contact
Sherry, email sherry@southvan.org
LEOS
LEOS
Youth-led community projects. Youth volunteers plan and manage community projects and fundraisers, and support special events. LEOS is the junior division of the South Vancouver Lions and is led by youth.
When
2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Neighbourhood Youth Initiative
Neighbourhood Youth Initiative
Youth leadership program. Youth leaders focus on: special event management, workshop facilitation, and grant writing. Members coordinate community projects that connect neighbours and the community.
When
Mondays at 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
Newcomer Cooking Group
Newcomer Cooking Group
Cooking group for newcomer youth who are permanent residents. Youth explore how to make healthy food from various cultures. Group members make and enjoy a family style meal at the end of each session, and have opportunities to lead the group in trying new recipes.
When
Fridays at 3:30pm to 6:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House - Kitchen
Cost
Free
Contact
Sherry, email sherry@southvan.org
Newcomer Leadership (David Thompson)
Newcomer Leadership (David Thompson)
Youth leadership program for newcomer youth who are permanent residents. Newcomer youth leaders at David Thompson develop leadership skills by planning community events, applying for grants, and volunteering in special projects.
When
Wednesdays at 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Where
David Thompson Secondary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Sherry, email sherry@southvan.org
Opening Worlds to Literacy
Opening Worlds to Literacy
Youth-led literacy club. Youth volunteers fundraise for literacy projects and raise awareness on the importance of literacy in South Vancouver.
When
1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Contact
Michelle, email michelle@southvan.org
SHIFT
SHIFT
In-class and afterschool program for grade 10's. SHIFT is an innovative gender violence prevention program. Students annually partake in four assembly presentations that are followed up with in class workshops that build on topics such as: gender stereotypes, consent, violence in media, victim blaming and sexual assault. Afterschool club provides additional leadership training for youth who would like to "shift" the climate around gender violence in their school and community.
When
Tuesdays at 3:15pm to 5:00pm
Where
Killarney Secondary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Jeannie, email jeannie@southvan.org
STEP to Work
STEP to Work
Guided paid work experience for BC Housing youth. BC Housing youth work with companies that meet their interests. Youth also receive certification in FOODSAFE, HIGH FIVE, WHMIS, and help with writing resumes.
When
Summer
Where
BC Housing and South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free
Contact
Valerie, email valerie@southvan.org
United Way School’s Out (Fleming)
United Way School’s Out (Fleming)
Program for preteens ages 8 to 12. After school, preteens meet new friends and develop connections to their community. Activities include out-trips to cultural heritage sites, arts and crafts, literacy development, and food skills.
When
Thursdays at 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Where
Fleming Elementary School
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
United Way School’s Out (Summer)
United Way School’s Out (Summer)
Summer program for newcomer preteens ages 8 to 12. Preteens meet new friends and develop connections to their community. Activities include out-trips to cultural heritage sites, arts and crafts, literacy development, and food skills.
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
United Way School’s Out (Waverley)
United Way School’s Out (Waverley)
Program for preteens ages 8 to 12. After school, preteens meet new friends and develop connections to their community. Activities include out-trips to cultural heritage sites, arts and crafts, literacy development, and food skills.
When
Tuesdays at 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Where
Waverley Elementary School
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Welcome Club (John Oliver)
Welcome Club (John Oliver)
Fun introduction to Canada for newcomer youth who are permanent residents. During lunch hour, newcomer youth socialize, play games, and learn about Canada. The program is led by newcomer youth leaders.
When
Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:30am to 12:15pm
Where
John Oliver Secondary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Sherry, email sherry@southvan.org
Welcome Club (Killarney)
Welcome Club (Killarney)
Fun introduction to Canada for newcomer youth who are permanent residents. During lunch hour, newcomer youth socialize, play games, and learn about Canada. The program is led by newcomer youth leaders.
When
Mondays at 11:30am to 12:15pm
Where
Killarney Secondary School
Cost
Free
Contact
Sherry, email sherry@southvan.org
Youth Food Group
Youth Food Group
Food skills program for youth. Youth volunteers improve the food knowledge and skills through preparing snacks in the kitchen for other SVNH programs and upcoming special events.
When
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Contact
Laura, email foodandliteracy@southvan.org
