Nonprofit Organizations in Vancouver
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Camp Goodtimes is a safety-focused, medically supervised, fun and recreational summer camp for children with cancer and their families; it is run through the Canadian Cancer Society.
The primary mandate of the OCD Clinic is to provide provincial specialized consultation for children and youth age 6-18 with complex Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related disorders who have not responded to community treatment resources. In addition, the OCD clinic provides education to families, community clinicians, schools and public health agencies, which includes community education events. Furthermore, the OCD Clinic conducted research to increase our understanding of the etiology and needs of youth with OCD and related disorders, along with their families, and to also inform evidence-based practice. Research on the causation, long-term course and treatment of OCD is an integral aspect of the clinic’s activities.
Located in a heritage fire station built in 1906, the Firehall Arts Centre produces a season of eclectic theatre, dance and interdisciplinary performances and acts as a host to visual arts exhibitions in its intimate gallery/lounge. Each year the Centre hosts over two hundred performances bringing audiences into the heart of the city to enjoy artistic works, view art works in the gallery and sip a beverage on the enclosed courtyard.
Working Gear is a registered charitable non-profit society. We are run by volunteers and have been operating in Vancouver, British Columbia since 2007. We assist low income unemployed men in their return to the workplace by providing work appropriate clothing at no cost. These men are seeking jobs in a wide range of industries and we provide them with everything from boots to suits.
The BC Entertainment Hall of Fame celebrates and recognizes British Columbians who have a body of work in British Columbia
As a Neighbourhood House, SVNH responds to the needs and aspirations of its community members by providing services, programs, special events, facilities and information to promote involvement and a spirit of community. As a social service agency, SVNH responds to the concerns, problems and changing needs of the community through program development, advocacy and a continuing effort to improve the quality of family and neighbourhood life in a creative, caring way.
Objectives:
To identify, assess and address the needs of the community
To provide practical services and special events that will help individuals and families address their personal and social development needs
To encourage the involvement of volunteers and provide them with training and support; and to recognize their significant contributions to SVNH and the community
To cooperate with other agencies in the assessing of needs and development of programs where appropriate
To provide an environment in which staff may grow and develop, receive fair treatment, derive job satisfaction and work to achieve the objectives of the organization, other non-profit groups and organizations, to the extent that facilities, personnel, funds and other resources allow.
The Health and Home Care Society of BC is an independent and BC-based not-for-profit organization. Since 1898, we have taken care of British Columbians through healthcare initiatives tailored to the communities we serve. Our charitable programs focus on supporting seniors, caregivers and other people at risk of isolation. We deliver the Meals on Wheels program in Vancouver and Richmond; our volunteer team serves around 500 meals per day to our senior clients.
Green Chair is a locally owned waste management business dedicated to providing simple and effective recycling solutions to enhance your community. We are a for-profit social enterprise; proving that a business can be economically sustainable whilst doing the right thing, benefiting those around us and strengthening our community. Do you want to make a difference, learn more about sustainability and help divert huge amounts of waste from our landfills whilst having fun and making friends? If so, we would love to have you on our team. Our volunteers are very precious to us and you will be well treated for your hard work – volunteer letters, smiles, friends, lots of activities (clean-ups, inspirational speakers, tours etc) and fun.
To see our team in action and see some of our achievements from 2013 watch this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fxvpyJhaS4&feature;=youtu.be
Options for Sexual Health is based in British Columbia and is Canada's largest non-profit provider of sexual health services through clinics, education programs, and the 1-800 SEX SENSE information and referral line. Our clinics specialize in providing sexual and reproductive health services. We offer low-cost contraceptives, sexually transmitted infection testing, Pap testing, pregnancy testing, and pro-choice pregnancy options counselling. Our mission is to provide comprehensive education, accurate information, support for sexual expression and reproductive choice, and confidential clinical services that help British Columbians enjoy healthy sexuality throughout life.
The BC Chapter of the American Marketing Association has been this province’s leading marketing source since 1955. As one of the most highly regarded chapters in North America, BCAMA was awarded with the prestigious international “Chapter of the Year” Award in each of the three years spanning 1994-1997, as well as numerous other awards over the last 20 years.
The BCAMA is made up of over 500 members, and has a contact database of over 3,000 BC marketing, advertising, and communications professionals. A non-profit association, BCAMA is made possible by a dedicated team of volunteers including Board Members, Committee Members, and Sponsors.
- See more at: http://www.bcama.com/about/overview-and-history/#sthash.r5bdmmon.dpuf
RunForH2O is the premier fundraising event for Guatemala, a campaign initiative focused on building awareness and compassion for the cause. 2016 will mark the fourth year of the annual Vancouver RunForH2O event. Every June, we host a non-competitive fun run for people of all ages and skill levels to raise funds to support projects to provide clean water for towns in Guatemala
YWCA Metro Vancouver is a registered charity providing a range of integrated services for women and their families, and those seeking to improve the quality of their lives. From early learning and care to housing, health and fitness, employment services and leadership, YWCA Metro Vancouver touches lives in our communities.
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