Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House

🎉 Waitlist now open! 🎉

Our 3 to 5 Childcare at MPNH is expanding to offer more full time spaces!

Monday - Friday from 08:00 AM – 05:30 PM
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House
800 East Broadway, Vancouver

Add your name to the waitlist below:
https://tinyurl.com/mpnhchildcare3to5

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💙💜💚 For our eleventh story in 50 Stories for 50 Years, we celebrate Karen’s journey after moving to Vancouver in 2019, when she discovered a life-changing source of connection through Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House’s Sing & Grow program. What began as a chance to bond with her infant son blossomed into a supportive community of friends, resources, and opportunities.

Through MPNH’s Family Resource Programs and parenting support, Karen gained confidence, connection, and joy, helping her family thrive, build lasting friendships, and create a strong sense of belonging for herself and her son. 💙💜💚

Read full story here - https://www.mpnh.org/our-news-and-stories/50-stories-karen-abdelwahed

Learn more about our 50 Stories for 50 Years fundraising campaign here - https://www.mpnh.org/50-years

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💙💜💚 For our tenth story in 50 Stories for 50 Years, we recognize Salma’s journey from newcomer to confident community member at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, where language tutoring, family support, and meaningful connections helped her build new skills, support her children’s success, and create a stronger future for her family.

Her story reflects the power of meeting families where they are and providing support that responds to their unique needs and circumstances.

Today, Salma continues to strengthen her English skills while creating new opportunities for herself and her children, demonstrating the lasting impact of community-based support. 💙💜💚

Read full story here - https://www.mpnh.org/our-news-and-stories/50-stories-salma

Learn more about our 50 Stories for 50 Years fundraising campaign here - https://www.mpnh.org/50-years

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Today, we recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and join communities around the world in raising awareness.

Awareness is an important first step, but it's our actions that create change. Checking in on older adults, reducing isolation, learning the warning signs, and speaking up when something doesn’t seem right can all make a difference.

For World Elder Abuse Awareness Day we invite you to wear purple, start a conversation, take time to learn more from our resources, and help raise awareness for elder abuse prevention.

Together, we can build communities where older adults are supported and safe.

Our 50th Birthday Giveaway: Volunteer Stories Edition - Silvia Davila

Being a volunteer has been a truly transformative experience. It has allowed me to discover a renewed sense of purpose and connect with people from different parts of the world. It is there that the true lesson of humanity begins: understanding that we all have the ability to help and support one another.​

The empathy of this community reminded me that we all have the ability to help.​
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This experience has become a new source of energy that motivates me to keep moving forward and gives greater meaning to my life. Being able to serve others and feel part of something so special is an invaluable gift. Finding a new family within this community has made me feel fulfilled, supported, and at home.​
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Mount Pleasant has been more than just a place to volunteer; it has become a home. Here, I found support, friendship, and the strength I needed to continue building my path forward.

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Our 50th Birthday Giveaway: Volunteer Stories Edition - Mikaila

My favourite memory from volunteering at Homework Club at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House happened recently when one of the elementary students came up to me and said,

“Mikaila! Where were you last week?! I wanted to update you about what happened at school, but you weren’t even there!”

When she told me this, I was surprised because I didn’t think any of the students would notice my absence, since other tutors were present. And the fact that one of the coordinators at Homework Club told me that this student was looking for me while I was away just goes to show the impact we (as tutors) have on these kids. With that said, this is (by far) my favourite memory from volunteering at Homework Club because I was able to develop a relationship with this student to the point where she not only felt comfortable enough to talk to me about these things, but is eager to share what’s going on in her life and genuinely wants me to know.

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⚽ Come watch 3 games from the world’s BIGGEST soccer tournament for FREE! Snacks and drinks provided at here at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (800 E Broadway, Vancouver)! Everyone is welcome! ⚽

💙Thurs, June 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM - Mexico vs. South Africa

💙Thurs, June 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM - Canada vs. Qatar

💙Wed, June 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM - Canada vs. Switzerland

If weather permits, we will set up our TV outdoors in the parklet under a tent. In the event of poor weather, the viewing will take place indoors.

Questions, contact [email protected].

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💙💜💚 For our ninth story in 50 Stories for 50 Years, we celebrate Ruth Suárez’s journey from newcomer to community leader at Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, where support, mentorship, and connection helped her family thrive and inspired her to give back by supporting newcomers and seniors in the community.

Her story reflects the power of a welcoming community and the lasting impact of people who care.

Today, she helps others find the same sense of support, opportunity, and belonging that shaped her own journey. 💙💜💚

Read full story here - https://www.mpnh.org/our-news-and-stories/50-stories-ruth-suarez

Learn more about our 50 Stories for 50 Years fundraising campaign here - https://www.mpnh.org/50-years

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