The Irish Benevolent Society of BC (IBSBC) was formed as a volunteer non-profit society in response to a need for short-term crisis financial support for Irish families and individuals in the Province of BC. If you wish, you can help by making a donation by direct e-transfer to benevolentsocietybc@gmail.comClick here for more information or to donate on their website […]
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Aug
Aug
We would like to bid a fond farewell to Frank & Orla, as they depart Vancouver to return home to Ireland. We would like to thank them for their incredible work, support and representation during their 4 years here and wish them ‘ádh mór’ for the future! We are of course, delighted to welcome Cathy Geagan […]
29
Aug
Aug
We are selling coffees that are freshly roasted just for us in Maple Ridge, BC! There is also a premium hot chocolate option for anyone with a sweeter tooth! All fundraising will go to the upkeep of our organization to engage, connect and support Irish individuals, organizations and businesses within the Province of BC and assist them […]
08
Aug
Aug
WRITTEN BY OUR VERY OWN HAYLEY MURPHY / CAILININCANADA If you’re looking for something different, because you’ve exhausted English Bay Beach or Sunset Beach, this is the spot for you! Ambleside Park is relatively close to Downtown Vancouver, has lovely sandy beaches, and even has a designated swimming area in the summer months. It also doesn’t get […]
19
Jul
Jul
We share many of our provincial parks with bears. BC is home to both grizzly bears and black bears. Bears are extremely sensitive to human disturbance and activity. Avoiding an encounter is the best way to protect both yourself and bears. Before you go Pack bear spray, and learn how to use it Check the […]
18
Jun
Jun
WRITTEN BY OUR VERY OWN HAYLEY MURPHY / CAILININCANADA The village of Harrison Hot Springs is nestled in the Fraser Valley in British Columbia. It is situated on the Sts’ailes people’s land, and is one of a number of communities spanning across the traditional territories of the Stó:lō people. Today, I’ll take you through the […]