Richmond Poverty Reduction Coalition

Richmond Poverty Reduction Coalition Our goal is to work towards alleviating the effects of poverty in the community of Richmond, B.C. and beyond.

"Revolutionary change does not come as one cataclysmic moment (beware of such moments!) but as an endless succession of surprises, moving zigzag towards a more decent society. We don't have to engage in grand, heroic actions to participate in the process of change. Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can quietly become a power no government can suppress, a power that can transform the world."

- Howard Zinn, 2010

Save the date this Sunday for a community vigil honouring those lost to the opiod epidemic, and acknowledging the 10th a...
04/10/2026

Save the date this Sunday for a community vigil honouring those lost to the opiod epidemic, and acknowledging the 10th anniversary of the recognition of this crisis in Canada.

02/12/2026

Join Richmond Family Place this Thursday, February 12, at Richmond Public Library’s Community Services Pop Up!

Learn more about our programs and the services of over a dozen local, provincial, and federal organizations.

Details:
✨ Location: Brighouse Library
✨ Date: February 12
✨ Time: 3-5 PM

01/26/2026

Après des années de représentation, Banques alimentaires Canada accueille l’annonce faite aujourd’hui par le premier ministre concernant la nouvelle Allocation canadienne pour l’épicerie et les besoins essentiels, ainsi que les mesures supplémentaires visant à atténuer les pressions liées à l’abordabilité des aliments.

Cette annonce reflète les efforts collectifs de Banques alimentaires Canada, du réseau des banques alimentaires, de nos partenaires et des défenseurs qui luttent contre l’insécurité alimentaire. Nous avons demandé au gouvernement d’agir face aux défis croissants liés à l’abordabilité et à l’insécurité alimentaire en mettant en place une allocation pour l’épicerie et les besoins essentiels, afin de soutenir les personnes en attendant que les solutions à plus long terme prennent effet. C’est ce message que la chef de la direction de Banques alimentaires Canada, Kirstin Beardsley, a transmis directement au premier ministre et aux membres du Conseil des ministres lors du forum de planification du Cabinet tenu la semaine dernière.

Les clients des banques alimentaires continuent d’avoir du mal à joindre les deux bouts et ont besoin de soutiens significatifs, maintenant et pour l’avenir. C’est pourquoi Banques alimentaires Canada se réjouit de l’introduction de la nouvelle Allocation canadienne pour l’épicerie et les besoins essentiels, qui soutiendra plus de 12 millions de personnes au Canada. Suivant nos recommandations, ce programme offrira une aide directe aux ménages à faible revenu afin de les aider à couvrir des coûts essentiels tels que la nourriture, le loyer ou les services de garde.

Nous ne pouvons pas bâtir une économie plus forte alors qu’une personne sur quatre au Canada vit une situation d’insécurité alimentaire. Banques alimentaires Canada anticipe une collaboration avec le gouvernement fédéral pour mettre en œuvre cette nouvelle allocation et faire progresser les autres mesures annoncées, notamment l’élaboration d’une stratégie nationale de sécurité alimentaire, afin de réduire le coût des aliments et de créer un Canada où personne ne souffre de la faim.

01/07/2026

📢 DABC is for three positions:

- Tax Preparer and Advocate
- Community Engagement Specialist, Northern BC (Access DTC)
- Right Fit Accessible Housing Research Specialist

Job postings close SOON (January 9th and 12th).

Learn more on our careers page: https://disabilityalliancebc.org/career/

01/07/2026

Would you win gold in the organizational Olympics? Is your attention to detail top notch? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in your community?

If so, this volunteer opportunity is for you!

Care BC is seeking an individual to serve as Kitchen Dispatcher for its Meals on Wheels program. In this role, which requires a time commitment of only two hours per week, you'll oversee the sorting of over 220 meals into designated route groups. Volunteers will then deliver the meals to isolated and homebound seniors across Richmond and Vancouver.

Learn more and get involved at rcrg.org/KitchenDispatcher

12/22/2025

Please be reminded that our holiday distribution hours will be in effect from December 21st to January 3rd.

All depot locations will be closed during this period. Grocery distributions will take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays from 10am-1pm at our main location ( #100-5800 Cedarbridge Way).

Our regular grocery distribution schedule will resume on Monday, January 5th.

Wishing you and your family a restful holiday season!

12/20/2025

Come join us this Sunday, Dec. 21 at 10:00 AM for our Christmas Pageant, held during the service! You are also warmly invited to worship with us on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24 at 7:00 PM, and on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25 at 10:00 AM. We hope to see you there!

12/12/2025

Join the Gilmore Strummers as we travel around our community to sing Christmas songs for our neighbours! Food and snacks to follow!
Meet at church at 1:30 and we'll start with singing for our neighbours at Gilmore Gardens at 2pm. Contact church office for more information.

12/12/2025

Dr. Marrie, a researcher at NS Health, is doing a research study to find out the traits of people with MS in Canada. People who may be eligible to take part in this research must:

- have multiple sclerosis
- be 18 years of age or older
- live in Canada

You would complete one (1) survey, taking 20-30 minutes. Participation is anonymous. The research team will not compensate you for your participation in the study.

If you are interested and want more information, please visit: https://redcap.link/MSdiversity or contact Dr. Marrie via e-mail at [email protected].

11/24/2025

Join Richmond Family Place during Financial Literacy Month for a free workshop on how to teach your children about money. 💰

Presented by chartered accountant Christine Woodington, this workshop will feature age-appropriate 'teachable moments' for children of all ages.

Details:
✨ Date: Saturday, November 29
✨ Time: 12:15-12:45 PM
✨ Location: RFP Main Site

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