Community Partners
Working with community organizations
The North Vancouver Recreation Commission, established in 1970 as a partnership between the City of North Vancouver* and the District of North Vancouver*, has been delivering award-winning recreational programs and services for more than 30 years. During that time, the Recreation Commission has developed a number of valuable partnerships with community organizations. Working in cooperation with our partners, we jointly develop innovative programs and operate facilities to serve the needs of the North Vancouver community. Our community partners make valuable contributions that enhance your recreational experience and quality of life.
Capilano Community Services Society (CCSS)
Located at Delbrook Community Centre, this non-profit society serves residents in the City and District of North Vancouver and works with local schools, RCMP and service providers. This grass roots organization relies its 250 volunteers and a small staff to provide:
- Youth Outreach Programs (ages 11 to 19) that focus on ensuring youth have access to resources to reduce risks, as well as providing support to individuals 'at risk' and their family. Youth outreach workers facilitate peer counseling and conflict resolution, and role model positive social and life skills development. A youth Drop-In Centre is located at William Griffin Recreation Centre, and an outreach Addictions Prevention Program delivers prevention presentations to Grade 8 students.
- Seniors' Hub, operated by 2 staff and 200+ volunteers, offers12 services to improve the health and quality of life of more than 500 very frail and isolated seniors. By providing seniors with increased activity, peer support, and a sense of belonging to a community, the Seniors' Hub helps them stay in their own homes, retain their dignity and have a sense of purpose until the end of their lives.
- Red Cross Loan Program offers free short-term loans of medical equipment (such as mobility and bath aids) to the North Shore community. The Red Cross supplies the medical equipment and CCSS staff and volunteers manage the program. In 2005/2006, CCSS loaned 4,800 pieces of equipment to 2,200 people on the North Shore.
For more information, visit the Capilano Community Services*, or call 604-988-7115.
North Shore Neighbourhood House
Since 1939, North Shore Neighbourhood House (NSNH) has provided social, recreational and childcare services to North Shore residents of all ages. Services are directed towards improving community health and well-being. NSNH works corroboratively with other North Shore agencies and community organizations, including the North Vancouver Recreation Commission.
Neighbourhood House is now also delivering their programs and services at the new John Braithwaite Community Centre, which they operate in partnership with the City of North Vancouver and the Recreation Commission. Visit the North Shore Neighbourhood House* for more information.
North Vancouver Tennis Society
The North Vancouver Tennis Society is dedicated to the development of tennis for all by:
- Advising the North Vancouver recreation and parks departments on facilities, policies and programs
- Advising the Recreation Commission, through a partnering agreement, on the operation of the Grant Connell Tennis Centre.
North Shore Winter Club
The North Shore Winter Club is a non-profit, member-operated, family athletic and social club located in North Vancouver. They provide public curling programs, leagues and events in partnership with the North Vancouver Recreation Commission between October and March. For more information, visit the North Shore Winter Club*.
Parkgate Community Services
Since 1983, Parkgate Community Services Society (formerly Seymour Community Services Society) has offered an extensive range of programs and services for residents in the Blueridge, Seymour, and Deep Cove areas. The society operates Parkgate Community Centre in partnership with the North Vancouver Recreation Commission, as well as the Seymour Youth Centre. The Society also provides programs at Seycove Community Centre and Jaycee House in Lynnmour. Visit the Parkgate Community Services Society* to find out more.
*Links to external sites are provided for your convenience only. The North Vancouver Recreation Commission is not responsible for the accuracy and/or completeness of the information provided on these external sites, nor for the security and privacy policies of the linked sites.
