Seachtain na Gaeilge runs for over two weeks, from March 1st – 17th. Are you located in Vancouver and Victoria? There are a number of upcoming events and community groups where you can meet new people and brush up on your cúpla focal! An bhfuil tú lonnaithe i Vancouver agus Victoria? Tá roinnt imeachtaí agus […]
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04
Feb
Feb
Thank you to the Irish Women’s Network for hosting last week’s wonderful St. Brigid’s Day coffee morning. The Irish community tried their hand at making Brigid’s crosses and shared stories of incredible Irish women like Mary Robinson, Mary McAleese, and the adventurous gold prospector and nurse Nellie Cashman, as well as some truly remarkable Irish […]
24
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 […]
17
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. For 2024, the Government of Canada has dedicated each week in June to a […]
07
Apr
Apr
For the month of April, I/CAN are running a campaign called Growing your awareness about Provincial Health Care in Canada. This week’s resource: If eligible, are you signed up to the provincial health care plan of where you live? If you are living in Canada and meet certain requirements, you should be eligible to apply for […]
26
Mar
Mar
Irish Families in Vancouver were thrilled to have the support of Sandman Hotels at the CelticFest Family Zone on Saturday March 16th. To celebrate St. Paddy’s Day, Sandman is giving away 2 free nights at any Sandman or Sandman Signature hotel across Canada! Choose from over 50 Hotels, Resorts, Inns and Suites from British Columbia […]