The Irish gave the world Halloween, now we’re giving blood! Earlier this year, we launched our blood donation campaign in response to the Filipino Lapu Lapu Day tragedy in Vancouver. Since April, 100 people joined our Partners for Life team and 96 rolled up their sleeves to give blood. Now, Irish in BC and ICCC Vancouver are […]
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Oct
Oct
Come and enjoy the holidays the Irish way, with good friends, great food and traditional festive cheer – join us for the Irish Seniors’ Holiday Lunch! When: Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 11:30am to 2:00pm Venue: Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, 1133 West Hastings, Vancouver Ticket Cost: $25 PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE! Tickets must be purchased in advance by December 5th. If you […]
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Sep
Sep
Each year, September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. This […]
06
Sep
Sep
Applications are invited from survivors and affected persons who are interested in the four positions available on the National Centre for Research and Remembrance steering group to be part of the decision-making process. This is a direct response to the feedback received from a series of in-person engagement events with survivors that were held in Dublin, […]
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Jun
Jun
June is National Indigenous History Month. This is a month to take time to recognise the rich history, heritage, culture, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada. Non-Indigenous people can pursue their journey of allyship through education and reflection. National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day […]
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May
May
Riverdance returns to Vancouver for eight performances at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from June 10th – 15th. This special 30th anniversary tour brings new life to the beloved production with fresh choreography, dazzling costumes, and state-of-the-art lighting, projection, and motion graphics. Audiences will also be introduced to “The New Generation” of performers — talented dancers […]