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      Which is better - brown soda bread or white soda b Which is better - brown soda bread or white soda bread with currants? Think your mother or granny's recipe is the best?? Want to showcase your gluten-free or vegan version? In celebration of Irish Heritage Month, the Irish Women's Network will be hosting the 3rd annual Irish Soda Bread Bake-Off at the monthly coffee morning on Friday, March 6th, 10am at the Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver. You do not have to bake to attend - all are welcome to join and be a taster, but you must register to attend. If you are a baker and want to enter your soda bread, go to the events link in our bio and follow the instructions. #IrishCulture #IrishHeritageMonth #irishbread #Irishfood #IrishinBC
      ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check out our latest newsletter for a roundup of upcoming events - from cultural gatherings and community celebrations, to sporting events, there's something for everyone! 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio and don't forget to sign up so you don't miss an issue! #thingstodoinvancouver #irishinbc #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeevents #irishsports
      Join the Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver t Join the Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver this March for a special Business Breakfast celebrating Irish Heritage Month. This engaging morning event will feature guest speakers Maitiú Costello, Senior Manager, Facilities Operations & Administration, and Martin McDermott, Manager, Equipment Operations at Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Maitiú and Martin will share insights into their career journeys, their connection to Ireland, and their professional experiences here in Vancouver. Date: Thursday, March 5th - 7:30am Location: Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver 1300 – 1095 West Pender Street This is a free event, but spaces are limited. Register via @irlinvancouver to secure your place. @whitecapsfc #vancouverwhitecaps #businessbreakfast #irishheritagemonth
      Irish Away From Home is a new social group created Irish Away From Home is a new social group created to meet new people, build friendships and share experiences while living away from Ireland. Everyone understands how challenging it can be to start again, being away from family, familiar faces and the sense of home, while trying to settle somewhere new. This group is all about making that journey easier and more enjoyable. They will be organising a wide range of social events, from coffee meet-ups and walks to hikes, pool nights and more. See the Irish Community Groups link in our bio for further details.
      ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check out our latest newsletter for a roundup of upcoming events - from cultural gatherings and community celebrations, to sporting events, there's something for everyone! 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio and don't forget to sign up so you don't miss an issue! #thingstodoinvancouver #irishinbc #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeevents #irishsports
      Beidh an pop-up Gaeltacht ar siúl Dé Céadaoin, 11ú Beidh an pop-up Gaeltacht ar siúl Dé Céadaoin, 11ú Feabhra i Hynes ag a 7 a chlog. Bígí leo! The pop-up Gaeltacht will be on Wednesday, Feb 11th in @hynesirishpub at 7pm. Come down and join them! Fáilte roimh chách. All levels of Irish welcome. Check out @popupgaeltacht_vancouver for details.
      ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check out our latest newsletter for a roundup of upcoming events - from cultural gatherings and community celebrations, to sporting events, there's something for everyone! 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio and don't forget to sign up so you don't miss an issue! #thingstodoinvancouver #irishinbc #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeevents #irishsports
      Last Friday, the @irishwomennetbc was delighted to Last Friday, the @irishwomennetbc was delighted to host a St. Brigid’s Day coffee morning at the Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver. We extend our sincere thanks to all the speakers for sharing moving and personal stories about the women who have inspired them. Check our latest blog post for photos and highlights of the event. (link in bio).
      The annual Salish Sea Feis is back this February a The annual Salish Sea Feis is back this February after a hiatus in 2025, and they’re delighted to welcome everyone back to Vancouver Island! This vibrant Irish dancing competition takes place at the @marywinspearcentre and is open to the public, free of charge. Come along and experience the energy and tradition of Irish dance, including soft shoe, hard shoe, jigs, reels, sets and much more. The day also features an Irish soda bread competition, Celtic art competition, a tea room, live music and plenty of talented Irish dancers. When: Saturday, Feb 7th, 9am Check out @salish_sea_feis for further info.
      📸Thank you to Sinéad Kelly, Vancouver for submitti 📸Thank you to Sinéad Kelly, Vancouver for submitting January's newsletter photo of the month!❄️ Check out this week's newsletter for a roundup of upcoming events - from cultural gatherings and community celebrations, to sporting events, there's something for everyone! 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio and don't forget to sign up so you don't miss an issue! #thingstodoinvancouver #irishinbc #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeevents #irishsports
      The Éire Óg Saturday Run & Dip is back for 2026! The Éire Óg Saturday Run & Dip is back for 2026! For the months of January and February they will meet every Saturday morning for a run/walk followed by an optional cold dip and some coffee to warm up again after. Come along if you're hoping to join @eireogvancouver for the upcoming season, or if you just want to get out for some fresh air and meet new people. All paces and fitness levels welcome! Where: Kitsilano Beach, then alternating weekly at English Bay. See irishinbc.ca/events/ or @eireogvancouver to find out more.
      The next Irish Community Coffee Morning, hosted by The next Irish Community Coffee Morning, hosted by the @irishwomennetbc , will be on Friday, Jan 30th, from 10am-12pm at the Consulate, to mark St. Brigid's Day on February 1st. In honour of St. Brigid’s Day, community members (men and women) are invited to share a 3-5 minute story about an inspirational Irish woman. This could be a reading, family story or a historical/current figure. Please see here for registration details irishinbc.ca/events If you wish to share a story, please email irishwomensnetwork@gmail.com to confirm participation in addition to registering. Thank you to @deirdre_keohane_artist and Brigid Festival Vancouver for the use of Deirdre's painting. #imbolc #imbolg #stbrigid #spring
      ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check out our latest newsletter for a roundup of upcoming events - from cultural gatherings and community celebrations, to sporting events, there's something for everyone! 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio and don't forget to sign up so you don't miss an issue! #thingstodoinvancouver #irishinbc #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeevents #irishsports
      Looking for support? Meet NUA Counselling. @nua_c Looking for support? Meet NUA Counselling. @nua_counselling offers compassionate, down-to-earth therapy for adults navigating life’s transitions - whether you're adjusting to life in Canada, parenting through challenges, or finding your way after a big change. Founded by Kate McKenna, an Irish-born therapist based in Vancouver, NUA is rooted in hope, clarity, and real connection. Kate understands the unique experience of moving countries and offers a warm, welcoming space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. In-person and virtual appointments available. Visit www.nuacounselling.ca or @nua_counselling to learn more.
      ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check out our latest newsletter for a roundup of upcoming events - from cultural gatherings and community celebrations, to sporting events, there's something for everyone! 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio and don't forget to sign up so you don't miss an issue! #thingstodoinvancouver #irishinbc #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeevents #irishsports
      @vancouverlecheile Gaelic Football and Hurling are @vancouverlecheile Gaelic Football and Hurling are excited to welcome both returning players and new families to the 2026 season. Whether your child is continuing from last season or trying Gaelic games for the first time, all skill levels are welcome. Their focus is on fun, teamwork and learning the basics of Gaelic football and hurling in a positive environment. Please see @vancouverlecheile to register. Training starts: Friday, Jan 16th, 6pm
      ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check ☘️What's on in the Irish Community in BC?☘️ Check out our latest newsletter for a roundup of upcoming events - from cultural gatherings and community celebrations, to sporting events, there's something for everyone! 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio and don't forget to sign up so you don't miss an issue! #thingstodoinvancouver #irishinbc #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeevents #irishsports
      Nollaig na mBan shona daoibh go léir a mhná áille! Nollaig na mBan shona daoibh go léir a mhná áille! Every year, the @irishwomennetbc coordinates a special brunch on the Sunday closest to January 6th to celebrate Nollaig na mBan, or Women’s Christmas. This weekend, fifty Irish women of all ages came together at the Wolf & Hound Pub for a joyful gathering. Please see our latest blog post via the link in our bio for photos of this year's gathering.
      Join the Irish Women's Network of BC on Sunday, Ja Join the Irish Women's Network of BC on Sunday, Jan 4th at 11am for a celebration of Nollaig na mBan at @thewolfandhound Register via the link in our bio (just for numbers).
      🎅Nollaig Shona Daoibh! As this is our last newslet 🎅Nollaig Shona Daoibh! As this is our last newsletter of 2025, we wanted to thank you for all of your support throughout the year! 🎄 We are looking forward to an even more exciting 2026 and will be back in January with lots of events and activities to help you kick off the year with a bang. Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Irish in BC. 📰 Check out this week's newsletter via the link in our bio. #thingstodoinvancouver #IrishinBC #irishevents #irishculture #irishincanada #freeeventsvancouver #christmaseventscanada #irishsports
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