Hollyburn Society

11/02/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Carol Robinson to The Hollyburn Society’s Board of Directors!

Carol brings extensive experience in executive recruitment, board governance and organizational leadership, along with a strong record of service to the nonprofit sector.

A founding equity partner of , she leads a national search and consulting practice. Earlier in her career, she led the B.C. government’s Board Resourcing and Development Office, helping identify board candidates and providing governance training for public-sector boards.

Her community leadership includes serving as Board Chair of Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland and as a board member of the Shipyards District BIA.

Carol’s understanding of effective governance and her experience helping organizations find and develop strong leaders will be valuable assets as The Hollyburn Society advances its work in the community.

Welcome to the board, Carol. We’re delighted to have you with us!

10/29/2026

🎃 WITCH, PLEASE! 👻
Something wicked this way comes… and you’re invited!
We’re getting spooky at Kickbacks this afternoon with creepy treats, games and a frighteningly good time.
Come dressed to impress, scare or just show up as your wonderfully weird self. 🧙‍♀️
No tricks. Just treats, laughs and a little Halloween chaos.

10/13/2026

🎲 THAT’S HOW WE ROLL AT KICKBACKS! 🎲

Friendships will be tested. Rivalries will be born. Uno reverses will be personal.

We’re bringing out the board games for a night of friendly competition, questionable strategies and plenty of laughs.

Got game? Come prove it. No experience (or poker face) required.

10/12/2026

We’re thankful for the little things that make our North Shore community feel like home: a warm smile, a helping hand, a thoughtful word. These small moments of kindness bring us all closer together.

We know Thanksgiving looks different for everyone. However you’re spending it, we hope you find moments of warmth, kindness and connection.

We’re especially grateful to our volunteers, donors, community partners, staff and neighbours who show up for one another when it matters most. Your support, generosity and leadership are changing lives every day, helping the people we serve overcome challenges, build stability and find their way forward.

Thank you for believing in our work and sharing our commitment to meaningful change across the North Shore.

Wishing you a peaceful and happy Thanksgiving! 💚

Let us know what you are thankful for this year in the comments below.

10/10/2026

October 10 marks both World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day — two important reminders that the challenges people face are often deeply connected.

Housing instability can take a serious toll on mental health. And mental health challenges can make it harder to find or maintain safe, stable housing.

For many people, these challenges don’t happen in isolation. Financial pressures, family breakdown, trauma, isolation and a lack of support can all make an already difficult situation even harder.

At The Hollyburn Society, we know that finding a way forward is rarely about solving just one problem.

That’s why we look at the whole person, not just the challenges they’re facing. Through housing, outreach, counselling and practical support, we work alongside youth, seniors, families and survivors of abuse and violence across the North Shore to help them build safety, stability and a stronger future.

Because everyone deserves more than a temporary solution. They deserve the opportunity to move forward.

10/08/2026

Plot twist: Your plans for tomorrow evening just got better.

We’re serving up pizza, popcorn-worthy moments and big-screen vibes at Kickbacks.

Come for the slices, stay for the suspense (and maybe another slice).

Bring your besties or roll solo. We’ve got the movie night essentials covered.

10/01/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the seniors who are part of the fabric of our North Shore community.

The neighbours who look out for one another.
The grandparents who keep family traditions alive.
The friends who show up.
The people whose stories, experiences and perspectives make our community richer.

At The Hollyburn Society, we’re proud to support seniors with services that help people feel safe, supported, valued, and connected to the community around them.

Happy National Seniors Day! 💚

09/30/2026

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡

Today, we pause to remember the children who never came home, honour residential school survivors and their families, and recognize the lasting impact of residential schools on Indigenous Peoples and communities.

Here on the North Shore, we are honoured to live, work and gather on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples: the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, Səl̓ílwətaɬ and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm Nations.

At The Hollyburn Society, we value our ongoing partnerships with local Nations. Through meaningful conversations, collaboration and knowledge sharing, we’re learning from one another and deepening our understanding of the barriers facing Indigenous people in our community. Together, we’re exploring practical ways to strengthen connection, equity and belonging, while developing opportunities in housing, employment and education that help people find a way forward.

Today, and every day, is a reminder to reflect on what we’ve learned, listen to Indigenous voices, and consider how we can continue to learn, grow and do better in the communities we’re part of.

We remember. We listen. We learn. And we keep moving forward together.

🧡 Every Child Matters

09/25/2026

🏠 There could be more to that spare room than meets the eye.

What if that extra space could help someone find an affordable place to live, earn you a little extra income and provide you with some help around the house?

Hidden Housing Solutions connects North Shore homeowners 55+ with people looking for an affordable place to live, with support along the way.

👉 Follow the Hidden Housing Solutions page to learn how it works, hear what’s happening and discover if home sharing is right for you.

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Give us a follow and share the page someone you know who has a spare room too.

The Hollyburn Society’s Hidden Housing Solutions Program is a carefully matched home-sharing program for adults 55+ on Vancouver’s North Shore. It offers an affordable way to live, remain independent, connected, and age in the home and community you love.

09/23/2026

Thank you for showing up, walking with Seniors and making it happen.

The first ever North Shore Grand Parade is officially in the books and what a day it was!

Together, our North Shore community raised over $22,500 to support seniors and help create more opportunities for connection, active living and ageing well.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who walked, fundraised, donated, volunteered, sponsored, cheered us on and helped make the day so special.

From our walkers and teams to our incredible sponsors and community partners, this was a true community effort.