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The Kettle Society in a non-profit organization that provides mental health services and supportive housing in Vancouver, BC.

To find out more, visit us at www.thekettle.ca For 40+ years, the warmth of The Kettle Society (The Kettle Friendship Society) has empowered with people living with mental illness, substance use, poverty, and/or homelessness by providing housing, employment, and mental/physical health & community services designed to ensure dignity and propel possibility. Our organization serves a community of 5,0

00+ vulnerable individuals each year, manages 400+ units of supportive housing, and operates a mental health drop-in centre that provides meals every day of the year. We also provide advocacy services, an ID bank, homeless outreach, a women’s transition house, a health clinic, a volunteer program, and supported employment.

06/04/2026

📚 We're thrilled to highlight a wonderful partnership that's been brightening our community since last fall. Every last Tuesday of the month, Sarah from the Vancouver Public Library's Britannia Branch visits the Recovery Café to connect with our members and share the gift of reading and resources. Sarah stops by with a carefully curated selection of treasures - books, magazines, video games, and other goodies that she shares freely with our members. Any books that don't find a home become part of our growing café library, adding to the resources available to everyone who walks through our doors.

During her visits, Sarah also offers practical support with library cards and helps members navigate fines. She meets people where they are, removing barriers to accessing the library's full range of services.

We're deeply grateful for Sarah and the Vancouver Public Library for this partnership that helps us celebrate literacy and foster a love of reading within our Recovery Café community. 📚

06/01/2026

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting two open house events at our Drop-In Centre – welcoming our incredible community of supporters into the 'heart of The Kettle' to learn first-hand how their support makes our work possible.

We started each event with a tour of the facility, followed by a Q&A with Kettle members and staff. It was a real, unfiltered conversation about what it means to be part of The Kettle community and the power of genuine connection.

To everyone who joined us: thank you for showing up, for listening, and for caring. Your presence and support fuel what we do every single day.

These events were just the beginning. We're already looking forward to hosting more opportunities to gather together and deepen our community connections. 🫖💚

05/27/2026

Our Drop-In needs YOUR help! As temperatures rise, we're stocking up on essentials to keep our members safe and comfortable.

We're looking for donations of:
- Shorts & T-shirts (M, L, XL, XXL preferred)
- Flip-flops & sandals
- Bottled water
- Freezies

How to help:
📍 Drop off at 1725 Venables Street
📞 Questions? Call 604-251-2854

Every item donated makes a big difference and we thank you for helping us keep our neighbours cool!

05/15/2026

🌱🥕 🍅Spring has sprung at the Recovery Cafe community garden! Our plots are thriving again, and this year we're expanding with more garden beds than ever before.

Cafe members have been busy nurturing a diverse range of vegetables and plants - from leafy greens and herbs to seasonal favourites. A few weeks ago for Earth Day, members also came together for a special ceremonial planting, a meaningful moment to reflect on why these spaces matter so deeply to us.

Community gardens like ours are about so much more than growing food. They're about building connections, nurturing growth together, and honouring the beauty of nature. 🍅🥕🌱

05/05/2026

Today, May 5th, is Red Dress Day, a National Day of Remembrance and a call to action honouring Missing and Murdered Indigenous 2SLGBTQIA+ People.

The movement started in 2010 when Metis artist Jaime Black created the REDress Project, an art installation using the red dress as a symbol to shine a light on the crisis of violence against Indigenous 2SLGBTQIA+ People across Canada. Since then, it's grown into a worldwide movement demanding justice and accountability.

Every red dress today represents a life, a family still searching, and a demand for real change. Wearing red on May 5th matters. But it's just the start.

We encourage you to:
- Continue learning and amplify conversations about Missing and Murdered Indigenous 2SLGBTQIA+ People
- Support Indigenous-led organizations working toward justice and healing
- Commit to reconciliation every day

05/03/2026

Mental health isn’t just about what we’re dealing with individually — it’s also about how connected we feel to one another. This May 4–10, CMHA’s Mental Health Week is calling on all of us to Come Together, Canada. Through small, everyday actions of connection, we can strengthen mental health, reduce loneliness, and build healthier communities. Because connection strengthens mental health.

At The Kettle, we witness this every single day. In our housing programs, at our Drop-In, in our Recovery Cafe—every space we operate is built on the belief that connection heals.

Whether you're reaching out to a friend, showing up for someone in your community, or simply being present, you're already part of the solution.

CMHA National

04/28/2026

Our Drop-In just got a fresh new look! We're so excited to unveil our repainted second floor! It’s now even brighter and more welcoming for our community.

This beautiful refresh is only possible because of Reaching Home, whose generous support made this project a reality. Thank you for believing in spaces where our community feels seen and valued.

04/23/2026

This past weekend, The Kettle team hit the streets for the Vancouver Sun Run, and wow, what an incredible day it was! 🌞

We were so honoured to be one of the official charity partners for this year's race, and seeing the city come together for this event was truly inspiring. From early morning energy to the triumphant finish line celebrations, every moment reminded us why we do what we do.

Thank you to everyone who ran, walked, and cheered us on! 💚

04/20/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we're celebrating the incredible people who show up for us—preparing meals, supporting our Recovery Cafe programs, helping with our art exhibition, and making our annual tax clinic possible.

But here's what really gets us: some of our most dedicated volunteers are members of our community too. They've walked the same path as those we serve, and they choose to give back because real community is built when we lift each other up.

A heartfelt thank you to every volunteer who gives their time, energy, and heart to our mission. 💚

04/17/2026

🎧New episode alert! The newest episode of the Steam Podcast was recorded in March, a month dedicated to honouring women and amplifying their stories. On March 8, we observe International Women's Day, and throughout March, we recognize Women's History Month.

In that spirit, we brought together women interviewing women to explore what these observances mean and why they matter. From personal reflections to broader conversations, our guests share insights on the significance of celebrating women and female-identified people year-round.

Listen in, reflect, and join the conversation. Available now on PodBean.

Address

1725 Venables Street
Vancouver, BC
V5L2H3

Telephone

+16042512801

Website

http://www.thekettle.ca/

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