Winter/Spring 2011

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Serving the Westside since 1894

Kitsilano Neighbourhood House

2305 – 2325 West 7th Avenue
Vancouver, BC
V6K 1Y4
604 736-3588
About Kitsilano Neighbourhood House
About Kits House

Since 1894, Kitsilano Neighbourhood House has been the hub of the
Westside. It’s a place where all ages, from toddlers to seniors, come
together to enjoy programs and services that make this a good place
to live and do business.

Our Vision

The Westside of Vancouver is a healthy, safe and vibrant community

where everyone thrives.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to strengthening our community through leadership,

collaboration and opportunity.

Annual Membership

Family Membership - $10.00

Individual Membership - $5.00
Volunteer Membership - $1.00
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House membership enables you to partici-
pate in our programs. Annual memberships help to support the admin-
istrative cost of programs and entitles you to our program guide and
e-newsletters on special events. If you choose, your Kits House mem-

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 About Kitsilano Neighbourhood House
bership includes membership for the Association of Neighbourhood
Houses of Greater Vancouver (ANH),to which Kits House belongs. You
will receive notices of Annual General Meetings and Special Meetings
of ANH, and have the opportunity to vote in the ANH Board of Gover-
nors. For more information, please visit www.anhgv.org.
All membership fees are non-refundable and need to be updated
annually in April.

Privacy Statement

We collect personal information in order to maintain contact with you,

to invite you to KNH & ANH General Meetings and to provide you with
information on future programs, services and events.

Contacts

Catherine Leach
Executive Director
catherine@kitshouse.org

Susan Coburn
Relocation Coordinator
susan@kitshouse.org

Deanna Canning
Childcare Coordinator

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About Kitsilano Neighbourhood House

deanna@kitshouse.org
Julie Wall
Seniors Coordinator
julie@kitshouse.org

Emily Palmer
Volunteer & Literacy Coordinator
emily@kitshouse.org

Sandra Petrozzi
Family Programs Coordinator
sandra@kitshouse.org

Vinyse Barber
Seniors Support Worker
vinyse@kitshouse.org

Julie Rieter
Community & Front Desk Support Worker
julier@kitshouse.org

Kate Costelo
Youth Community Engager &
Building Welcoming Communities Coordinator
kate@kitshouse.org

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Community Development Tables

Westside Food Security Collaborative

The Westside Food Security Collaborative is a neighbourhood group
working on food issues on the Westside. The group is made up of service
providers and community members. We meet monthly and welcome new
members. For more information contact Catherine at Kitsilano Neigh-
bourhood House 604-736-3588 ext. 23, catherine@kitshouse.org or Lisa
at Jewish Family Services Agency 604-257-5151

Westside Seniors Empowerment Coalition

The coalition represents seniors living on Vancouver’s Westside. It is an
umbrella group of individuals, community health providers, community
organizations, churches, businesses, and agencies. The mandate is to
promote healthy ageing through physical, emotional, and spiritual well-
being. For more information email julie@kitshouse.org

Westside Youth Networking Table

The Westside Youth Networking table meets three times a year to share
information, network, and collaborate on initiatives that will support youth,
those working with youth and youth leaders. For more information email
kate@kitshouse.org

Westside ECD Network 4

A network for those who are interested in working together to build the
capacity of the Westside by providing high quality, accessible Early
Childhood Development (ECD) services. This group is made up of orga-
nizations that provide childcare, preschool, family drop-in and other ECD
related programs. For more information contact info@westsidehub.ca

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 Building Welcoming Communities
In support of Newcomers on Vancouver’s
Westside: Community Development Updates

In consultation with a wide variety of newcomer community members

and service providers, Kitsilano Neighbourhood House has identified the
absence and need for accessible, affordable supports for newcomers on
Vancouver’s Westside.
Newcomer priorities on the Westside have been identified as:
• Language practice & learning
• Support and inclusion opportunities
• Increased community literacy for newcomers
• Access to activities, information, resources & referral

Kitsilano Neighbourhood House is working to collaborate with settle-

ment agencies and service providers to develop newcomer supports on
Vancouver’s Westside, in accordance with findings from the Westside
Community Literacy Plan and Newcomer Asset-Mapping Dialogues

We would love to talk to you about these community needs & opportuni-
ties!

Contact: Kate at 604-736-3588, kate@kitshouse.org

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‘Newcomers Guide to the Westside’ &
Community Resources Website!

Findings from newcomers dialogue workshops helped to create a

‘Newcomers Guide to the Westside of Vancouver’ in 5 languages and an
online ‘Community Resources’ page.

The guide is available:

In person: Visit Kits House at 2325 W. 7th Ave & Vine to pick up your free
copy available in 5 languages (English, Chinese, Korean, Farsi &
Spanish)
• Online: Visit www.kitshouse.org to download printable guides
• Paper: To receive additional copies please contact 604-736-3588
and include your name, contact information, mailing address & the
language(s) and quantity of guides you are requesting
• Sponsorship: Kits House is seeking sponsorship to print further runs of
the Newcomers Guide. Supporters will have their logos & acknowledge-
ment in the guide. If you or your organization are interested in providing
financial or in-kind support for this valuable community resource, please
contact emily@kitshouse.org

PLUS visit the NEW Kits House Community Resources web page to find
information about community services, settlement, education, health &
more!
Translation available at www.kitshouse.org/community-resources
See our previous Westside Guides: 2008 ‘Check it Out: Youth Guide to
the Westside’ and the 2009 ‘Seniors & Elders Guide to the Westside’ at
www.kitshouse.org.

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 Building Welcoming Communities
Community Potlucks
Onsite 2305 W. 7th Ave

EVERYONE WELCOME, ALL AGES!

Bring a vegetarian dish to share, enjoy a casual atmosphere and get to
know your neighbours! Upcoming topics: ‘Embracing stories: Multicul-
tural Quilt Making’ (January), ‘Celebrating Children’s Literacy’ (February),
‘Celebrating International Women’s Day (March).

First Wednesday of the month (unless otherwise noted)

6.00pm - 8.00pm
For more information please contact: Patricia, Welcoming Neighbours
Facilitator at 604-736-3588 or patricia@kitshouse.org

Welcoming Neighbours Program

Onsite 2325 W. 7th Ave
Out-trips and socials for newcomers who want to be more involved in the
community, make new friends, practice English and have lots of fun!

Thursdays
Jan 27th, Feb 10th & 24th, March 17th & 31st, 2011
10:00am-1:00pm
Cost: $5 per adult, $2 per child 5 years +, children under 4 FREE
To register & find out more please contact Patricia, Welcoming Neigh-
bours Facilitator at 604-736-3588 or patricia@kitshouse.org

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English Conversation Circles
Onsite 2325 W. 7th Ave

We are offering volunteer-led English Conversation Circles for Newcom-

ers. Practice your English, meet your neighbours & learn about your
community.

Starting February 2011

Cost: $15 registration fee
Times are based on volunteer and space availability.
If you want more information please contact: Emily, Volunteer & Literacy
Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 27 or emily@kitshouse.org

Lunch-Time Meditation Group

Onsite 2325 W. 7th Ave

Join community members and staff to share some moments of stillness

and reflection in the middle of your day. Sessions are volunteer led and
will include: inspirational reading and a quiet sacred space to just “be”.

Thursdays
Noon- 12:30pm
Cost: Free
Everyone Welcome! Chairs, cushions & tea provided.
For more information please contact: 604-736-3588.

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 Building Welcoming Communities
NEW Kits House is working with community to offer low-cost or no-
cost educational workshops. The series this winter are for parents and
caregivers.

Setting Children Up for Success

Onsite at 2305 West 7th Ave.

By: Nicola Lott, Notch Hill Learning www.NotchHillLearning.com

The workshop series includes the following topics:
- Supporting Your Young Learner
- Choosing A Great Toy For Your Child
- Prepare Your Preschooler for Kindergarten
- Starting Your Child in Reading & Writing

Thursdays February 3rd to 24th, 2011

7:00pm – 8:00pm
Cost: $10 per workshop, $30 for workshop series, 4 workshops
+ $10 annual family membership
**All proceeds from these workshops will be donated to Kits House
Family Programs!

Contact: Sandra, Family Programs Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext.

25, sandra@kitshouse.org

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Building Welcoming Communities
Active Lifestyles
Onsite at 2305 West 7th Ave

By: PhysioWorks www.ptworks.ca

Parent workshop topics include:
• Core strengthening exercises
• Managing neck and back pain
• Relaxation and stretching techniques
• Proper ergonomic techniques in caring for a child e.g. carrying,
lifting, holding

Upcoming Workshop: Saturday February 24th, 2011 *workshops will

be offered seasonally
Cost: $5 per participant
**All proceeds from these workshops will be donated to Kits House
Family Programs! Thanks for your support!

Contact: Sandra, Family Programs Coordinator at 604-736-3588 x-25,

sandra@kitshouse.org

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 Building Welcoming Communities
Food Recovery Project

Did you know that there is a significant amount of healthy, nutritious

produce and other food goods (called surplus foods) that go to waste
each year for lack of finding an appropriate food user? At the same
time, there are number of Westside social service agencies that
provide daily and weekly meal programs for hundreds of vulnerable
individuals in our community. Programs such as MPA, Kits Community
Centre Breakfast Shower Program and St. Mark’s struggle annually to
raise the funds necessary to provide free or low-cost meals critical to
the health and social well-being of our most vulnerable neighbours.
Kits house is working to connect these meal programs with free
healthy surplus food generated at grocery stores, bakeries and coffee
shops, food recovery programs & online food search programs. Our
work helps to build community access to fresh affordable food and
avoid any waste of good food in the process.

If you would like to get involved in the project or if you have questions,
connections or ideas, please get in touch.

Contact: Gord, Food Security Coordinator 778-686-5701,

gord@kitshouse.org

Westside Garden Collaborative

We are neighbours and community members who come together with

the vision to connect people, plants and food while learning from each
other and with each other. We grow food for ourselves and our com-
munity. We will be organizing our garden this March for the upcoming
season.

Contact: Gord, Food Security Coordinator at 778-686-5701

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 Childcare Programs
Community Preschool
Offsite- Jericho Military Base at 4th and Highbury

We offer a child-centred curriculum for 3 & 4 year olds that is play-

based with focused questions and activities. The program supports
children in their emotional, social, creative, cognitive and physical
development. The teachers’ focus is to support the child in being self
confident, expressive and co-operative to build the foundation for cog-
nitive learning. We have ten centres that offer opportunities for children
to interact with others: blocks and building, art, music, story theatre,
literacy, math, science, dramatic play and sensory and physical devel-
opment. The children go outside everyday, and participate in 2-3 field
trips per year.

Morning Session:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:30am-12:00pm
Afternoon Session:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 1:30pm-4:00pm
Cost:
$190.00/month + $50.00 registration fee + $10.00 annual membership.
Sept & June fees to be paid at time of registration.
Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

Contact Deanna, Childcare Coordinator 604-736-3588 ext. 35, dean-

na@kitshouse.org

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 Childcare Programs
Kitsilano & Dunbar Kids Club Out of School
Care Program (OSC)
Offsite at 2690 Larch Street & 3776 W. 28th Ave

Kitsilano & Dunbar Kids’ Club are committed to providing quality pro-
grams that encourage children to learn and expore their interests and
ideas. We follow a child-oriented, play-based philosophy. This program
is designed for children 5 to 12 years old, attending one of the schools
that we serve. We also provide all day care during the Winter, Spring
and Summer breaks at an additional cost.

Monday to Friday
Costs:
Out of School Care
PM Care (3:00-6:00pm) 305/ month
AM & PM Care (7:30-9:00am & 3:00-6:00pm) $405/ month
Kindercare (Dunbar location only)
AM Session (9:00am-noon) $305/ month
PM Session (noon- 3:00pm) $305/ month
PM with OSC Session (noon- 6:00pm) $440/ month
Professional days extra $35/ day (registered participants) $40/ day
(community members)

For more information please contact Deanna, Childcare Coordinator at

604-736-3588 ext 35 or deanna@kitshouse.org

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Licensed Childminding
Offsite- Jericho Military Base at
4th and Highbury
Need a Break? We have play
activities, messy hands-on crafts,
outside play & early literacy sing
song circle time for your child.
Stimulating educational activi-
ties to help children prepare for
preschool and pre-kindergarden
school readiness. This program is
for children 18 months to 4 years
old. We are staffed by trained and
experienced childcare workers.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
OR Friday 9:30am - 12:30pm
2 days a week care:
$288.00 monthly fee + $50.00
non-refundable registration fee
+ $10.00 annual family member-
ship. First and last month’s fees
to be paid at time of registration.
3 days a week care:
$432 monthly fee + $50.00
non-refundable registration fee
+ $10.00 annual family member-
ship. First and last month’s fees
to be paid at time of registration.
Contact: Deanna, Childcare Co-
ordinator at 604-736-3588 ext.
35, deanna@kitshouse.org

Cost:
1 day a week care:
$144.00 monthly fee + $50.00
non-refundable registration fee +
$10.00 annual family membership.
First and last month’s fees to be
paid at time of registration.

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 Family Programs
Nobody’s Perfect
Offsite at 2707 Tennis Crescent, UBC Campus (Acadia Park Com-
monsblock)

The Nobody’s Perfect program provides parenting education and

support to parents of children 5 years of age and under. A warm and
welcoming group to share parenting stories, discuss parenting tech-
niques, learn and share tools for handling discipline, potty training, bed
time and more! A great way to meet new friends and strengthen your
support network.

Snacks & Refreshments and child minding provided.

Saturdays Jan. 22nd - Mar. 5th, 2011 (6 sessions)

*please note: there will be no session on Saturday February 12th
10am to 12pm
Cost: FREE

Contact: Patricia, Strengthening Connections Facilitator at 604-736-

3588, patricia@kitshouse.org
For all parenting workshops you can also register in person at Kits
House Front Desk – Mon to Fri 9:30am-4:30pm.

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 Family Programs
Parent and Tot Drop-in: UBC
Offsite at 2707 Tennis Crescent, UBC Campus

Come and participate in multicultural celebrations, play-based learn-

ing activities, circle time, arts & crafts, story time circles (in English,
Mandarin, Spanish & Farsi), and borrow toys, books & resources.
Meet new friends, have fun playing and bonding with your child, and
get connected with your community!
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
10:00am – 11:30am
Cost: FREE
Contact: Patricia at 604-736-3588, patricia@kitshouse.org

3rd Annual MULTICULTURAL FAMILY RESOURCE

FAIR
Offsite at 2707 Tennis Crescent, UBC Campus

Friday March 18th

10:00am- Noon
A fun and informative event for parents, caregivers & children
featuring:
 FREE Vision Checks for 3 year olds
 FREE Dental Checks
 Resources
 Story Time for Tots
 Face Painting and much more!
Contact: Sandra, Family Programs Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext.
25, sandra@kitshouse.org

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 Family Programs
Caregivers Drop-in: Westcoast Child Care
Resource Centre
Onsite at 2305 West 7th Ave

A monthly drop-in program for caregivers and children 0-5 years. Join
the program to meet other local caregivers, make friends and receive
support from knowledgeable staff & peers.

2nd Wednesday of each month

9:30am – 11:30am
Cost: $2 per family / visit
For more information contact Vesna at vkrcmar@wstcoast.org or 604-
709-5661.

Parent and Tot Drop-in: Kits House

Onsite at 2305 West 7th Ave

Our Kits House family resource program supports families with

children 0-5 years. Come and participate in our spacious play-based
learning program offering messy art activities, circle time, outdoor play
and hands-on child activity centres.
Mondays & Fridays
9:30am – 11:30am
Cost: $2 drop-in fee per family / visit + $10 annual family membership
NEW: Purchase a book of 10 tickets for $20 and get 1 free visit
*please follow the ramp over the bridge until you reach the Red Door
on the side of the building.
Contact: Sandra at 604-736-3588 ext. 25, sandra@kitshouse.org

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 Family Programs
Mama and Papa Goose Program
Onsite at 2305 West 7th Ave

This program creates a buzz around the neighbourhood! Come and

participate with other local parents and their children for an hour of
rhymes, songs and stories to help support early literacy. This pro-
gram stimulates a healthy bond between you and your child. Meet
new friends and have fun!

For Parents & Infants 0-12 months

Thursdays January 13th to March 17th, 2011
Time: 11:30am to 12:30pm
Cost: $60 + $10 annual family membership

New! For Parents & Toddlers 1-3 years

Thursdays January 13th to March 17th, 2011
Time: 10:00am to 11:00am
Cost: $60 + $10 annual family membership

Contact: Deanna at 604-736-3588 ext. 35, deanna@kitshouse.org

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 Youth Programs
Youth Volunteer Skills
(Ideal for grades 10-12)
Offsite at 3338 Wesbrook Mall
(UBC)
Kits House hosts a 10 week
Youth Volunteer Skills Training
Program focusing on leader-
ship, conflict resolution, team
builiding,stress management
and lots more! Youth will gain
more than 15 volunteer hours,
get involved in community vol-
unteer service, learn games and
activities and gain references
for the future.
Wednesdays 4:00-6:00pm
Starts January 19th, 2011
Registration Fee: $15 which in-
cludes the annual member fee.
Space is limited!
Contact: Emily, Volunteer Coor-
dinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 27,
emily@kitshouse.org
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Youth Advisory Group
(Ideal for grades 7-12)
Onsite at 2305 W. 7th Ave.
Contribute in your community,
develop your leadership skills,
gain volunteer hours, plan youth
events, get creative, have fun!
Youth learn about issues in their
community and engage with the
community to plan events and
design projects that positively
impact the issues that matter.
This winter, youth will be in-
volved in a community mapping
project in partnership with the
City of Vancouver.
JOIN OUR FACEBOOK ‘Kits
House Youth Advisory’ GROUP
to keep updated on activities.
Contact: kate@kitshouse.org
 Older Adult Programs
Seniors Drop-in
Onsite at 2305 W. 7th Ave.
The Seniors Drop in for older
adults brings together neighbours
on the West Side! It provides
active seniors a place to socialize
and meet people. During the first
hour, soup & sweets are served.
In the latter hour, there may be
educational speakers, artistic per-
formances, entertaining games,
cultural activities or intergenera-
tional connections.
Tuesdays- 11:00- 1:00pm
Cost: $3.00 + $5.00 annual mem-
bership
Contact: Vinyse, Seniors Support
Worker 604-736-3588, vinyse@
kitshouse.org
Seniors Advisory
Group
Onsite at 2305 W. 7th Ave.
The Seniors Advisory Committee
supports the drop-in program.
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New members are welcome!
3rd Tuesday of the month
1:00pm
Contact: Vinyse, Seniors Support
Worker 604-736-3588, vinyse@
kitshouse.org
Tai Chi for Older
Adults
Onsite at 2305 W. 7th Ave.
Drop-In Tai Chi as taught by
Shou-Low, who has designed a
series of eight exercises using
a variation of Chi Gong and Tai
Chi Chuan ‘moving meditation.’
These gentle stretching move-
ments have been developed for
older adults to help with flexibility,
balance and coordination,
Fridays 1:00 – 2:00 pm ongoing
Cost: $3.50 (drop-in fee)
For more information, please
contact 604-736-3588.
 Older Adult Programs
Westside Seniors’ Links Program

Are you a senior who wants some help around the house? The West-
side Seniors Links Program provides you with a small list of students
to interview. You hire whomever you choose and pay the student $10/
hour directly. There is a 2 hour minimum. Students can help with a
number of tasks including light housework, odd jobs and gardening.
Contact: Julie, Seniors Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 24 between
9am & 10.30am Monday to Thursday or julie@kitshouse.org

Westside Seniors Peer Counselling Program

This program offers confidential no-cost peer counseling and support

services to older adults. Peer counselling volunteers offer listening
support to seniors who are feeling lost, depressed, or lonely due to:
relocation or a new living situation, separation from family members,
bereavement, health and aging concerns or anxiety.

If you or someone you know would like more information, please

contact Vinyse, Seniors Support Worker 604-736-3588, vinyse@
kitshouse.org

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 Older Adult Programs
Osteofit for Life
Onsite at 2305 W. 7th Ave.
Reduce your risk of falling,
strengthen muscles, improve
balance and coordination and
decrease the rate of bone loss!
Instructor: Keno Kinoshita (Os-
teofit instructors have taken spe-
cial training given by BC Wom-
en’s Hospital and Health Centre.
They can help modify exercises
to suit individual needs).
Tuesdays & Thursdays – ongoing
8:45am - 9:45am
Cost: $49.00 for 14 sessions +
$5.00 annual membership.
Contact: Julie, Seniors Coordi-
nator at 604-736-3588 ext. 24,
julie@kitshouse.org
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Seniors Out-trips
Interesting and affordable out-
trips once a month. Please regis-
ter and prepay for all trips at the
office (2325 W. 7th Ave).
For more information, please
contact Julie, Seniors Coordinator
at 604-736-3588 ext. 24, julie@
kitshouse.org
Knitting Group
Onsite at 2325 W. 7th Ave.
The knitting circle provides much
needed items such as hats,
scarfs, socks, sweaters, etc. that
are donated to local shelters. New
members welcome.
Fridays – 1:30pm to 3:00pm
ongoing
Cost: Free
For more information or to make a
donation of wool, please contact
Julie, Seniors Coordinator at 604-
736-3588, julie@kitshouse.org
 Older Adult Programs
Steeves Manor Resource Centre
Offsite at 1985 Wallace Street

In partnership with BC Housing, the Resource Centre offers support,

recreational activities and resources to Steeves Manor tenants with
some programs open to the local community.

Resource Centre Hours: Monday to Friday 9:30am to 4pm

Ongoing Core Programs:

Lunches: Mondays – Soup & Sandwich – $3 (tenants) & Thursdays –
Catered Lunch – $3 (tenants)

Community Kitchen:
The last Tuesday of every second month, a group of tenants get to-
gether to cook multicultural meals, learn new skills, and share stories!

Osteofit Classes:
No impact exercise to help improve bone density, strength and flexibili-
ty. Registration is required: $22 per month. Drop-in fee: $5 per session.
Priority is given to Steeves Manor tenants.
Tuesdays – 10:15-11:00am starting January 11th, 2011.

For more information, please contact the Resource Centre at 604-224-

4302, steevesmanor@telus.net

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 Services & Support Programs
Income Tax Program

We will be offering a volunteer income tax assistance program for

those on a low income and who are unable to complete their own tax
return.
Please call after February 1st to see if you are eligible and to make an
appointment.

Community Access Computers

Community Access Program (CAP) has two public access computers

available in the Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, each equipped with
Open Office suite and Internet free of charge!
9:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday

For more information contact Julie, Community and Front Desk Sup-
port Worker at 604-736-3588, julier@kitshouse.org

Multicultural Women’s Support Group

Are you new to Canada? Do you want to be part of a community, but
you don’t speak the language? Do you have the skills, but don’t feel
confident? This is the program for you!
Starting in April 2011
Time and dates TBD
Contact: Patricia at 604-736-3588, patricia@kitshouse.org

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 Get Involved: Support KNH
Donate

We welcome donations to support the programs and community work.

Corporate and personal donations will be recognized on our website
for donations over $100.
Mail a cheque or money order to:
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House
2325 West 7th Ave., Vancouver, BC, V6K 1Y4
Or you can donate online at
www.kitshouse.org by clicking on the ‘donate now’ button.
Tax receipts can be issued upon request of donations over $30.

Volunteer

At Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, we greatly value our volunteer.

Volunteer placements are consensually arrived at based on the needs
of the community and our organization. We take into consideration the
volunteer’s interests, skills, experience and availability. Volunteers are
respected, valued and treated as equal co-workers. As a volunteer at
Kits House, you can expect to have fun, meet new people and have
an enjoyable volunteer experience. Current volunteer postings can be
found at www.govolunteer.ca
Orientation Sessions
3rd Monday of the month
4:00-5:00pm
Contact: Emily, Volunteer Coordinator at 604-736-3588 ext. 27,
emily@kitshouse.org

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 Get Involved: Stay Connected
Website

Our website is the best way to stay connected to Kits House and what
is happening in the community. Check out our new look and stay up-
dated on re-development news, upcoming events & Kit’s Blog. You can
even ask Kit a question!

Social Media: Facebook & Twitter

We are on Facebook, Twitter. You can access our pages through the
main page of our website: www.kitshouse.org.

E-newsletter

Subscribe to our e-newsletter at www.kitshouse.org. You can also pick

up a copy at the office 2325 W. 7th Ave. Contact 604-736-3588 for
more information.

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 Kits House
Winter/Spring 2011
Program Guide

Kitsilano Neighbourhood House

2305 – 2325 West 7th Avenue
Vancouver, BC
V6K 1Y4
Phone: 604 736-3588
Fax: 604 736-3640
www.kitshouse.org
frontdesk@kitshouse.org

family youth childcare seniors support groups

community leadership collaboration opportunity

Serving the Westside since 1894