Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House

06/10/2026

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is an important opportunity for us to come together as a community to raise awareness about elder abuse and neglect, promote dignity and respect for older adults, and strengthen community connection and support for seniors.

This year, the Chinese CRN is pleased to collaborate with the Renfrew Collingwood CRN to co-host a community WEAAD event bringing together seniors, community partners, and residents in a spirit of compassion, belonging, and hope.

“Roots to Rhythm Strawberry Social – Celebrating Stories of Compassion, Belonging, and Hope”

Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Collingwood Neighbourhood House Gym, 5288 Joyce Street, Vancouver

This community gathering will include performances, artistic creation, community resources, refreshments, and opportunities for seniors and community members to connect in a welcoming and supportive environment.

As capacity is limited, we kindly encourage partners to register your clients, staff, and volunteers early using the QR code or digital registration form on the flyer.
Click here to register: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=oYLp8z13YUiPvD8CoJr6MMPmP12ntd9Oo5LLOMnR2V9URjBKMzJEMUlDWUpWWDU2V1JFUklJVVJLUiQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

This year’s WEAAD event will also serve as a kick-off event for the year-round Chinese CRN Storytelling Project focusing on compassion, belonging, hope, and the lived experiences of seniors in our communities.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support in helping seniors live with dignity.

06/10/2026

What a beautiful evening of connection, culture, and community✨🕺🏻💃🏻

Frog Hollow’s fundraiser night with Co.ERASGA ‘s Undivided Colours brought together old friends and new friends to celebrate the richness, diversity, and talent of Asian cultures through an inspiring evening of performance and storytelling.

We are deeply grateful to Alvin Tolentino Alvin Erasga Tolentino for envisioning and leading this initiative, and to everyone who purchased tickets and joined us. We hope you enjoyed the show as much as we did.

Together, we raised $2,850, which will go directly toward supporting Frog Hollow’s community programs for families, youth, seniors, newcomers, and many other initiatives that help strengthen our neighbourhood.

A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible performers who shared their gifts with us:

Victoria’s Bayanihan Creative Collective(.victoriabc), Filipino Canadian dancers Alvin Tolentino & Marc Arboleda, Andrea Nann of Dreamwalker Dance Company , Kasandra La China , Sujit Vaidya, and Sheema Balakrishnan.

Thank you for walking alongside us. We look forward to continuing this shared journey of building community through art, culture, and connection. 💚

🪴This fundraiser is also made possible with the connection from the Society of Grandmother Earth Nkukwa ta Tmucwa - Our Grandmother Earth , Norm Leech and Mariko Kage 🪴

Photo credit: our wonderful volunteer photographer Terence 🤍

06/09/2026

Catch all the live action and cheer on Canada as they face Bosnia and Herzegovina with fellow fans!

Join us for the Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina FIFA World Cup 2026™ Watch Party! ⚽

Come together with community members to watch the match, enjoy great company, and cheer on your team. The event will take place on June 12, 2026, at 11:30 AM at 2106 Commercial Drive, Vancouver.

Admission is free, with donations welcome!
Secure your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canada-vs-bosnia-and-herzegovina-fifa-world-cup-2026tm-watch-party-tickets-1991148975185

Snacks and refreshments will be provided, and additional candy and pop will be available for $1 each.

Whether you're a dedicated soccer fan or just looking for a fun community gathering, everyone is welcome. We look forward to watching the game with you! 🏆⚽

06/08/2026

🌊 Part 2 of our artist walkthrough with Marisa Law.
Hear Marisa's reflections on land, water, and connection, and learn more about her journey with Frog Hollow and the broader community.
↓ More about the artist and exhibition in the comments.

Marisa Law

06/08/2026

🌊 The Waters That Move Us by Marisa Law is now on display at the Frog Hollow Stairway Gallery through September.
In Part 1, Marisa welcomes us into the exhibition and shares the inspiration behind her work.
↓ Artist statement and exhibition details in the comments.

06/06/2026

Happy BC Seniors Week💜💜💜

06/06/2026

Yay Eva🔥Thank you✨❤️such a great feature 🙏

SATURDAY SPOTLIGHT

This week’s Saturday Spotlight features Eva Aboud, Community Outreach Coordinator at . Drawing on both personal and professional experience, Eva reflects on how our understanding of food security has evolved, from emergency food support to a broader focus on dignity, connection, and self-sufficiency.

SNEAK PEEK

VFR: At Frog Hollow, your work goes far beyond food distribution. It’s about building community, confidence, and connection. Please share more about this.

🌿 Eva Aboud: At Frog Hollow, our work does go far beyond food distribution; it’s about building community, confidence, and connection. When families request food and seek me out, I strive to give them my full attention, making them feel welcome by offering a glass of water or a cup of coffee.

🌿I sit down with them to learn a little about what’s going on in their lives. This approach helps them feel seen and heard, which in turn enables me to provide them with additional resources that we may offer through the neighbourhood house.

🌿 Whether it’s a leadership program, financial literacy program, food skills training, or even an opportunity to volunteer, I want to connect them with options that suit their needs.

🌿 Sometimes families apologize for seeking me out and asking for food, and I always remind them never to say they’re sorry. I want them to feel proud of being resourceful and recognizing that they found me.

🌿 Everyone has the right to food, and I am here to help in whatever way I can, so they walk away feeling empowered, hopeful, and connected.

Check out the full feature: https://mailchi.mp/vancouverfoodrunners/vfrnewsletter-9173265?e=c80c293417

06/03/2026

Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House is proud to support Right To Food and their call for action on food insecurity in Canada.

Today, nearly 10 million people—one in four—live in households that struggle to afford food. This includes workers, families with children, seniors, and people with disabilities

Right To Food’s 2026 pre-budget submission outlines practical, evidence-based solutions, shaped by input from more than 150 community organizations and Indigenous partners.

Key recommendations include:
• Setting national targets to cut food insecurity in half by 2030
• Strengthening and making permanent the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit
• Expanding the Canada Disability Benefit to lift people out of poverty
• Fund Indigenous food sovereignty through sustained, community-led investment
These are actionable steps that can make a real difference.

👉 Read the full submission: https://righttofood.ca/a-national-call-to-act-on-food-insecurity-in-budget-2026

06/01/2026

🌞 Nobody’s Perfect is back this summer! 🌞

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual — and nobody’s perfect. 💖

Join us for a welcoming 6-week parenting program where parents and caregivers of children ages 0–5 can connect, share experiences, and learn together in a supportive, judgment-free space.

✨ Meet other parents of young children
✨ Share questions, concerns, and ideas
✨ Discuss real-life parenting situations
✨ Discover positive parenting approaches
✨ Learn alongside a trained facilitator

📅 Fridays, July 17 – August 21
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House, 2131 Renfrew St.

This program is open to newcomers and permanent residents with children ages 0–5.

Spaces are limited, so register early!

📧 [email protected]
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