Vancouver-Aboriginal Community-Policing

09/04/2026

VACPC will be closed Monday September 7th and will reopen Tuesday September 8th. Have a safe long weekend!

08/26/2026

Come join our "Circle of Grandmothers of DTES" over Zoom every Friday from 12: 00pm -1: 00pm.
The circle is open to everyone, below is the link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89732293232?pwd=FDqX2e8lw4CyNGRckoLASDmV1tSfnE.1

08/21/2026

We still have two spots left. If you leave a message, please state the phone number slowly so that we can call you back as soon as possible. Thank you all.
The Indigenous Tools for Living (ITFL) program offers a trauma-informed approach rooted in Indigenous knowledge, mindfulness, and self-regulation techniques.
Who is this for?
ITFL is open to everyone including, service providers, and community members seeking practical strategies for healing, resilience, and well-being.
What to Expect:
Teachings grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing
Mindfulness-based practices for self-care & community care
Tools to navigate stress and trauma in a good way
A safe, supportive space for learning and connection
Upcoming Cohorts Available!
For more information or to register, contact:
Tabatha Frank at 604-678-3790 or by email [email protected]

The Indigenous Tools for Living (ITFL) program offers a trauma-informed approach rooted in Indigenous knowledge, mindfulness, and self-regulation techniques.

Who is this for?
ITFL is open to everyone including, service providers, and community members seeking practical strategies for healing, resilience, and well-being.

What to Expect:
Teachings grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing
Mindfulness-based practices for self-care & community care
Tools to navigate stress and trauma in a good way
A safe, supportive space for learning and connection
Upcoming Cohorts Available!

For more information or to register, contact:
Tabatha Frank at 604-678-3790 or by email [email protected]

08/10/2026

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
The second cycle is now open until September 16th.

Interested in creating a community project?
Learn more about our different grants:
The Indigenous Neighbourhood Small Grants (I-NSG) is a program for Indigenous individuals living in Metro Vancouver.
We encourage project initiatives that advocate for Indigenous communities, such as promoting Indigenous rights, education, healthcare, etc. Once you have applied for a grant and your project has been approved, you do not need to pay the money back.
Apply now:
https://neighbourhoodsmallgrants.ca/grants/indigenous/

07/26/2026

Today, our staff and volunteers had the privilege of attending Lotus Light Community Caring Day in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.

Thank you to our incredible volunteers and staff for taking the time to represent our organization and support this meaningful day of community care.

We’re also grateful to Lotus Light Charity Society and the Strathcona Community Policing Centre for inviting us to participate. It was an honour to join community partners, volunteers, and local organizations in supporting the DTES neighbours through food distribution, connection, and care.

07/23/2026

The Indigenous Tools for Living (ITFL) program offers a trauma-informed approach rooted in Indigenous knowledge, mindfulness, and self-regulation techniques.

Who is this for?
ITFL is open to everyone including, service providers, and community members seeking practical strategies for healing, resilience, and well-being.

What to Expect:
Teachings grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing
Mindfulness-based practices for self-care & community care
Tools to navigate stress and trauma in a good way
A safe, supportive space for learning and connection
Upcoming Cohorts Available!

For more information or to register, contact:
Tabatha Frank at 604-678-3790 or by email [email protected]

07/06/2026

CREW & VACPC First Paddle of the Year!!!

Join Us for Pulling Together 2026

We’ve been preparing since October, and we’re excited to come together again as a canoe family for this year’s Pulling Together Canoe Journey. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we welcome you to be part of the journey.

Saturday Paddle Practices
10:00 AM: Meet at Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH) to prepare the canoe.
12:00 PM: Meet at Vanier for practice on the water.

Who Can Join
Youth participants must be 14–24 years old to take part in the Canoe Journey.

Participation in the program is required. Please refer to the CNH Indigenous Peoples July Calendar for program dates and details.

Mandatory Meeting
Sunday, July 20
6:00–8:00 PM
Collingwood Neighbourhood House – Program Room

Interested in volunteering or have questions? Please connect with Eileen, Kate, or Reg for more information.

We look forward to paddling together, learning from one another, building relationships, and strengthening our canoe family. We hope you’ll join us this season