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 June 21st, the summer solstice, […]
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Apr
Apr
THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATIONS! As most of you know, Irish in BC partnered with the Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC Van) to encourage Irish community members to sign up for the Irish in BC Partners for Life team and donate blood during Irish Heritage Month. The team was set up this time last […]
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Mar
Mar
The wait is finally over!! After their 2025 North American tour was postponed, The Mary Wallopers are back on the road and bringing their riotous live show to Vancouver. Catch them at the Vogue Theatre on March 18th for what promises to be an unforgettable night. The seven-piece band was formed by brothers Charles and […]
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Mar
Mar
Seachtain na Gaeilge runs for over two weeks, from March 1st – 17th. Did you know that according to the 2021 Canadian census, the number of Gaelic speakers is on the rise across British Columbia? Or that over 5% of Gaelic speakers in BC are 3rd generation Canadian? See our Numbers of Irish page for […]
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Feb
Feb
This March, during Irish Heritage Month, Irish in BC is partnering with the Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce in organizing an Irish Community Blood Drive. Irish people recently became eligible to donate blood in Canada and we want to raise awareness while encouraging more people to join the Irish in BC team to donate. Blood donation […]
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Feb
Feb
St. Brigid’s Day Coffee Morning at the Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver Last Friday, the Irish Women’s Network was delighted to host a wonderful St. Brigid’s Day coffee morning at the Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver. Over 40 guests joined for a morning of conversation, homemade baked goods and thoughtful reflections on inspirational women. The […]