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      📸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
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      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 
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      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
      🎉 Congratulations Katrina Masters, winner of our D 🎉 Congratulations Katrina Masters, winner of our Decmber 50/50 Draw!! 🎉
A massive thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket. Your purchase helps support Irish in BC.
Our next 50/50 prize draw takes place on March 20th, if you’d like to be in with a chance of winning you can purchase your tickets via the link in our bio.
      💰 The jackpot has climbed to over $700. Don't be d 💰 The jackpot has climbed to over $700. Don't be disappointed get your tickets for our December 50/50 Draw before 6pm TODAY. One lucky person will win half of the jackpot!💰
🎟️Ticket bundles start at $5 and are available through the link in our bio!
What is a 50/50 draw?
All the money generated from ticket sales is pooled and a winner is chosen at random.
The winner then wins half of the pool, with the other half donated to Irish in BC to allow us to continue funding our Communications Co-ordinator who helps us connect and support Irish individuals, organizations and businesses within BC.
**Please note, you can only purchase tickets if you are in British Columbia, Canada.
      Mark your calendars for the annual 'An Irish Chris Mark your calendars for the annual 'An Irish Christmas' celebration this Sunday at 4:30pm!
This wonderful family event featuring trad music and Christmas carols is in aid of the Irish Benevolent Society of BC (IBSBC).
IBSBC is a volunteer non-profit society founded in 1995 to provide short-term crisis financial support for Irish families and individuals in the Province of British Columbia.
Thank you to @thewolfandhound for hosting this event for another year in support of the Irish community.
If you cannot attend the event but would still like to donate to IBSBC, you can do so via etransfer to benevolentsocietybc@gmail.com
      🎅 Get ready for games, music, crafts and festive c 🎅 Get ready for games, music, crafts and festive chaos as Irish Families in Vancouver wrap up the year with a bang!
🎄There’s something for everyone, from family-friendly fun to grown-up laughs! This event is licensed, so feel free to BYOB and enjoy the craic with other Irish families.
Bring some snacks to share and your Christmas spirit, and get ready for a fun filled afternoon.
When: Sunday, Dec 21st, 3 - 6:30pm
See the events link in our bio for further info.
      ✨Support the Irish in BC 50/50 Fundraiser and be i ✨Support the Irish in BC 50/50 Fundraiser and be in with a chance to win half of the jackpot!✨
The more tickets sold, the bigger the cash prize.
Tickets are available until 6pm on Friday, Dec 19th via the link in our bio.
      🎅Will you be joining the seasonal festivities for 🎅Will you be joining the seasonal festivities for 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 fellow Irish folks in Kamloops for a warm and Join fellow Irish folks in Kamloops for a warm and festive Christmas meetup on Saturday, December 27th at 6pm at Carlos O’Bryans.
Whether you’re new to the area or have been here for years, it’s a great chance to connect with community over the holiday season.
Where: 357 Victoria St, Kamloops, V2C 2A3
      💰Just a few days left to get your tickets for our 💰Just a few days left to get your tickets for our 50/50 Draw. Be in with a chance to win for only $5!💰
Tickets are available via the link in our bio.
Make sure to spread the word - the more tickets sold, the bigger the pot!! Previous draws have reached over $1,500, with the winner taking half of the proceeds!
#5050draw #5050fundraiser #irishinbc #irishincanada
      🎅It's a busy month of seasonal festivities for the 🎅It's a busy month of seasonal festivities for 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
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