Nonprofit Organizations in Vancouver

Our vision Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and that world begins with a more dementia-friendly society, where people affected by dementia are acknowledged, supported and included. Our mission We ensure people affected by dementia are not alone, by educating and mobilizing a broader community of care around them, and supporting valuable research into the disease and people living with it. Our core values Core values are those fundamental values that we consider necessary to be held, nurtured and developed by the members, employees, directors and volunteers of our organization in order to be effective in achieving our goals. - Accountability and transparency: We measure our performance, continually improve and are accountable for our actions. - Collaboration: We are dedicated to collaborating across our communities and amplifying the voices of lived experience to maximize our impact. - Compassion: We provide caring and supportive assistance to the people we support. - Courage: We care deeply about our mission and the families we support, motivating us to educate, advocate and inspire others to share their stories and bring dementia out into the open. - Integrity and respect: We are committed to creating an inclusive, barrier-free environment for our staff, volunteers and the families we support, respecting their diverse backgrounds and meeting them where they are.

The Health and Home Care Society of BC (Care 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. We continue this tradition of caring today with preventive and supportive health services that keep people healthy and in the comfort of their own homes and communities. Mission: To provide health promotion and supportive care services to communities in British Columbia. Vision: A future where seniors live independently in their own homes.

Our company wants to help those students who need volunteer work hours and are interested in Dentistry.    If anyone is interested in this volunteer work, please email us at info@u-dental.ca

Daughters of Eve Canada is a registered bilingual nonprofit organization in the Province of British Columbia and a Community-Based Organization in Uganda, East Africa. We work to restore and equip women and girls affected by poverty, poor health, and gender issues by empowering them to proactively engage in personal and community transformation. In Uganda, we are working to eliminate preventable maternal death with a care model that is holistic, respectful, mother-centered, collaborative, and evidence-based.     

Since our inception in 1998, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind. Our communities are special places that include warm and welcoming facilities, professional and specialized care, friendly and courteous staff, and truly enjoyable dining experiences. Our goal is always to foster a community atmosphere where individuals are recognized, valued and celebrated for themselves.

The Children’s Foundation provides specialized treatment, counselling and attentive care to children, youth, and families with complex challenges through a variety of programs and services.  Some of the challenges our clients face ranges from ASD, FASD, severe social, emotional, and developmental disorders and disabilities, and challenges that stem from a history of trauma, among many others.

Established more than a century ago to fight tuberculosis, the BC Lung Foundation was among the first to address the dangers of smoking, and to make the connection between air pollution and health. Today, thanks to the generosity of our donors, we continue the fight for lung health and air quality. We help fund vital research to advance 21st century medicine and other lung health initiatives, support lung patients and their caregivers, and educate British Columbians on how to safeguard their lung health. We also advocate for policies that protect air quality, which affects children and youth, adults and seniors. Together, they comprise the 1 in 5 British Columbians affected by a lung condition – asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer, among other diseases – and always, we offer Hope, Help and a Voice.

MS Canada provides services to people with multiple sclerosis and their families and funds research to find the cause and cure for this disease. We have a membership of over 7,000 and are the only national voluntary organization in Canada that supports both MS research and services. Since our founding in 1948, the core support of MS Canada has been from tens of thousands of dedicated individuals, companies and foundations in communities across Canada. We receive almost no funding from government. MS Canada is governed by a board of directors comprised of 14 volunteer members who are elected annually. Some 1,500 volunteers serve on our national, division and chapter boards and committees. An estimated 13,500 Canadians are volunteers for service programs, fundraising events, public awareness campaigns and social action activities.

The Crisis Centre of BC is dedicated to providing help and hope to individuals, organizations, and communities. We are proud to care for residents living in the communities of Richmond, Vancouver, North Shore, Sea-to-Sky Corridor, Sunshine Coast, Powell River, Bella Bella and Bella Coola located within the traditional territories of the Heiltsuk, Kitasoo-Xai’xais, Lil’wat, Musqueam, N’Quatqua, Nuxalk, Samahquam, shíshálh, Skatin, Squamish, Tla’amin, Tsleil-Waututh, Wuikinuxv, and Xa’xtsa. We have been in operation since 1969. Spanning the spectrum of crisis support, suicide prevention, and postvention, we engage staff and volunteers in a variety of services and programs that educate, train, and support the strength and capacity of individuals and communities. We offer: Immediate access to barrier-free, non-judgemental, confidential support and follow-up through 24/7 phone lines and online services. Education and training programs that promote mental wellness and equip schools, organizations and communities to assist people at risk of suicide. Our programs work to ensure timely access to support, destigmatize suicide and mental health concerns, and increase awareness and skills for mental health. We engage a community of passionate volunteers. We foster and create compassionate, connected, suicide-safer communities.

CAYA Health Centre is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare to individuals marginalized based on gender, including women, trans, and non-binary folks. We are committed to creating a safe and respectful environment for both patients and clinicians, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, presentation, or sexual orientation. Our services include medical care by doctors and allied health professionals, such as physiotherapy, pelvic floor physiotherapy, psychology and counselling, dietitian and nutrition counselling, massage therapy, and medical services. We believe in offering holistic and well-rounded care under one roof.

ImmUnity Canada is a not-for-profit charitable organization that provides a community for people and families impacted by primary immunodeficiency. We advocate for education, research, and support for PI patients. Together, we can give all Canadians with PI access to the resources they need to thrive. ImmUnity Canada was founded in 1997 as the Canadian Immunodeficiency Patient Organization. We changed our name in 2022 to better reflect the work we do today!

Ovarian Cancer Canada is the only registered Canadian charity solely dedicated to eradicating ovarian cancer and preventing it from the future. OCC demands action, delivers change, and transforms lives. OCC stands hand-in-hand with the people experiencing, affected by, or at risk and will not rest until women are able to live their lives freely, fully, and uninhibited by ovarian cancer.