Take a walk at the Norquay Food Forest, and learn about ethnobotanical knowledge with Indigenous-focused storytelling. Guided by an Indigenous leader, you’ll stroll along the path and pause to read an Indigenous children’s storybook—bringing the plants and the story together for a meaningful experience rooted in culture and tradition.
Tag: Events
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Collingwood Days: Origami Circle with PALM
Discover the art of paper folding while connecting with fellow community members. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced creator, Origami Circle gives you an opportunity to learn new techniques, share ideas, and create something beautiful together.
About the facilitators: Joseph Wu and Cory Case will give a short talk about their origami journey, then Julie Bodewein and Yukiko Tosa will talk about the beginning of the PALM origami club. For the hands-on workshop, Joseph and Cory will teach a few models. Check out more of their work here.
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Collingwood Days: Hula with Rani
Join our Hula & Storytelling workshop for kids, adults and seniors and unlock a world of creativity and expression. Join us for a transformative experience that combines the art of movement with the magic of stories. Unleash your creativity and connect with the rich cultural heritage of hula and storytelling.
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Collingwood Days: Chair Yoga for Mobility
Enjoy a gentle and accessible yoga session designed to improve flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. This welcoming class is suitable for older adults and anyone looking for a low-impact way to stay active while connecting with others in the community.
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Collingwood Days: Movie Night
Bring your chair and get cozy at Collingwood Park to watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024) after dusk. Please note that the movie will only take place if the weather permits.
About the Movie:
Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance.
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Community Lunch: Shepherd’s Pie
Community Lunch is back for one day on Tuesday, July 14! Our Food Hub team will be preparing shepherd’s pie, cream of mushroom soup, and hwachae (a traditional Korean fruit dessert). 🥧🍲🍉
Come share a meal and enjoy some social time with the CNH community!
- When: Tuesday, July 14 from 12:15-1:30 pm
- Location: Collingwood Neighbourhood House (5288 Joyce St, Vancouver)
- Cost: $7 per meal ticket, available at reception from 9 am onward the day of (limited quantity available; first-come, first-served)
For questions, please call 604-435-0323 or email info@cnh.bc.ca.
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Income Tax Clinic
February 28 to may 2, 2026 at the CNH Joyce and the CNH Annex
Our annual income tax clinic will be available from February 28 to May 2, 2026. Book an appointment today and our volunteers will be able to assist with your taxes. Drop-offs are also accepted.
Please note that this year’s tax deadline is Wednesday, April 30, 2026.
Dates, Location & Cost
Day of the Week Time Location Saturdays 10-3 pm In-person. CNH Joyce (5288 Joyce St, Vancouver) Fridays 1-4 pm In-person. CNH Annex (3690 Vanness Ave, Vancouver) Services provided through the tax income clinic are free. However, donations are always appreciated. The income tax program is volunteer-coordinated and operated.
Files dropped off after April 30 will still be processed but there are no guarantees that it will be filed by April 30. (This only impacts clients expecting to owe taxes.)
Drop-off Tax service
Day of the Week Time Location Monday-Friday 10 am – 7 pm In-person. CNH Joyce (5288 Joyce St, Vancouver) Saturday and Sunday 10 am – 4 pm Drop-off & in-person. CNH Annex (3690 Vanness Ave, Vancouver) Please note that pick-up will be at the same location as the drop-off.
Booking an appointment
Registration for all appointments is required.
- By phone: 604-428 9142
- Online: https://regportal.cnh.bc.ca/ (available up to 15 days in advance)
What to bring:
- Government-issued photo ID (passport, BC ID or BC driver’s license)
- All T-slips; if any are missing, please inform the volunteer or note on the intake form
- Copy of your prior year (i.e. 2025) tax return, if applicable
- A copy of your prior year’s notice of assessment/reassessment (letter you get from the CRA after you filed your taxes), if applicable
To cancel your appointment, you can do it online or call 604-428-9142. Note: if you are exhibiting any flu or cold-like and not feeling well before the appointment, please cancel and re-book your appointment and refrain from entering the clinic.
Additional Information
The tax clinic is available to support all folks who need assistance with filing their taxes. However, we especially encourage those with the following backgrounds and/or experiences to book an appointment:
- Seniors (pensioners)
- Indigenous peoples
- Fixed-income earners
- Social assistance recipients
- People experiencing housing insecurity (BC Housing)
- Folks with disabilities
- Youth (generally 16 and over)
Suggested CRA income guidelines:
Family Size* Total Family Income 1 person $40,000 2 persons $55,000 3 persons $60,000 4 persons $65,000 5 persons $70,000 More than 5 persons $70,000 plus $5,000 for each additional person(s) *Family size includes an individual, or a couple, and their dependents
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Settlement: Language Enhanced Employment Program (LEEP)
Join us for this four-week program to learn employment language skills! Individuals with intermediate or higher English language skills are invited to join our Language Enhanced Employment Program (LEEP) from February 2-27 from 9am-12pm at CNH. Program topics will include workplace communication, workplace culture, employment law, job search, resume writing, and interview skills preparation.
Folks are eligible if they’re a:
• Work Permit Holder
• Study Permit Holder
• Naturalized Canadian Citizen
• Refugee Claimant
• Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) Visa Holder
• BC Provincial Nominees or BCPNP Entrepeneur
• Permanent Resident
• Protected PeopleTo learn more and register, contact Lupita Chebib at ggarcia@cnh.bc.ca or 778-707-9142.
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Recreation: Strength and Stretch
Join us for Strength and Stretch to feel stronger, move better, and live more vibrantly! This class uses light weights, resistance bands, chairs, and mats to safely build your strength and flexibility, making it inclusive for every body and capacity. This class is perfect for all fitness levels.
Led by Robbie Anchant. Max. 20 people per session (min. 8).
Dates & Location
Mondays from 11:45am-12:45pm at the CNH Multipurpose Room. No classes on January 26 and February 16 and other statutory holidays.
Registration
Online registration is now available through our web portal. Drop-in classes appear online 24 hours before the session. Follow the link below or call 604-435-0323 to register on the phone.
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Collingwood Days: Circle of Teachings
A Circle of Teaching is a space where knowledge is shared with humility, respect, and purpose. There is no hierarchy each person has a place, and each teaching is part of a greater whole. Through the circle, we honour our ancestors, pass down wisdom, and allow each person to be heard and honoured without judgement.
