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Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm Friday 9:30am - 5pm

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VAST Healing Community

We support refugee mental health through counselling, documentation, education, and referrals

VAST supports the mental health of refugees who arrive in British Columbia with psychological trauma as a result of torture, political violence, and other forms of persecution on the basis of race, religion, gender identity, and sexual orientation. We work with refugees from over 100 countries in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America. Our programs and services are offered in over a dozen languages, including Arabic, Farsi, French, Mandarin, and Spanish.

08/21/2026

📢 UPDATE: Our dialogue cohorts have been rescheduled to September 2026!

🌱 We Are All BC – Young Professionals Dialogue Cohorts 🌱

How can we create communities where everyone feels they belong?

Join this free five-session online dialogue series for young professionals exploring anti-hate, belonging, and community leadership. Through facilitated discussions, guest speakers, and shared learning, participants will build connections and explore ways to help create safer, more inclusive, and more connected communities across BC.

📅 Two cohorts available in September 2026 💻 5 online sessions (2 hours each) 🎤 Specialized guest speakers 💬 Facilitated group dialogue 👥 Approximately 15 participants per cohort 🌟 Space for reflection, learning, and community leadership

📲 Complete the eligibility questionnaire using the link or QR code in this post.

📧 Questions? Contact [email protected]

🔗 LINK in description (We Are All BC)

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08/14/2026

REMINDER!!!🌻

🌻 Women Survivors Resource Network (WSRN) 🌻

The Women Survivors Resource Network (WSRN) is a space for immigrant women in Canada who have arrived from countries affected by conflict. Through peer connection, storytelling, and shared lived experiences, WSRN creates opportunities to build community, amplify women’s leadership, and engage in meaningful dialogue around systems change.

Join us for an in-person gathering:

📅 Tuesday, August 18 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 📍 10334 152a St, 3rd Floor, Surrey, BC

Session Topic: Understanding Gender-Based Violence: Trauma, Self-Care, and Healing

🎤 Guest Speaker: Sediqa Temori, RCC, EMDR Therapist

📧 To register and for more information, contact Rawan Moon: [email protected] 604-283-6540

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08/11/2026

🌞 VAST Summer BBQ 🌞

Join us for an afternoon of food, music, and community at the VAST Summer BBQ!

📅 August 19, 2026 📍 Trout Lake, Vancouver ⏰ Starts at 3:00 PM

This event is open to all VAST community members.

Food and music will be provided and shared, and attendees are welcome to bring something to share as well.

We look forward to coming together to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the summer season.

07/21/2026

🌻 Women Survivors Resource Network (WSRN) 🌻

The Women Survivors Resource Network (WSRN) is a space for immigrant women in Canada who have arrived from countries affected by conflict. Through peer connection, storytelling, and shared lived experiences, WSRN creates opportunities to build community, amplify women’s leadership, and engage in meaningful dialogue around systems change.

Join us for an in-person gathering:

📅 Tuesday, August 18 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 📍 10334 152a St, 3rd Floor, Surrey, BC

Session Topic: Understanding Gender-Based Violence: Trauma, Self-Care, and Healing

🎤 Guest Speaker: Sediqa Temori, RCC, EMDR Therapist

📲 Register using the QR code in this post.

📧 For more information, contact Rawan Moon: [email protected] 604-283-6540

CommunityConnection WomenLeadership TraumaInformed Healing Belonging SurreyBC 🌻

07/16/2026

🌱 We Are All BC – Young Professionals Dialogue Cohorts 🌱

How can we create communities where everyone feels they belong?

Join this free five-session online dialogue series for young professionals exploring anti-hate, belonging, and community leadership. Through facilitated discussions, guest speakers, and shared learning, participants will build connections and explore ways to help create safer, more inclusive, and more connected communities across BC.

📅 Two cohorts available in August 2026 💻 5 online sessions (2 hours each) 🎤 Specialized guest speakers 💬 Facilitated group dialogue 👥 Approximately 15 participants per cohort 🌟 Space for reflection, learning, and community leadership

📲 Complete the eligibility questionnaire using the link or QR code in this post.

📧 Questions? Contact [email protected]

🔗 LINK in description (We Are All BC)

Belonging AntiHate InclusiveCommunities DialogueSeries BCCommunity LeadershipDevelopment

06/08/2026

🌱 Tuesday Together: Wellness Sessions for Temporary Foreign Workers 🌱

Moving to a new country comes with many changes. You don’t have to face them alone.

These free online sessions create a welcoming space for temporary foreign workers to learn about mental wellness, share experiences, and connect with others in community.

📅 Every other Tuesday ⏰ 7:00 PM 💻 Online sessions 🧠 Learn practical wellness tips 💬 Talk about common challenges 🤝 Connect with other workers

This is an educational space only and not counselling or therapy.

🔗 Join our sessions by scanning the QR code 📧 Questions? Contact [email protected]

04/23/2026

🌱 ROOTED & RISING 🌱

A creative and therapeutic space for youth (ages 12–24) from underrepresented communities to connect, express, and share stories.

This group is inclusive of youth with diverse ethnocultural identities, different abilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ identifying folx. Come as you are—this is a space to be heard, supported, and rooted in community 💛

📍 Foundry Langley
🗓 Every third Tuesday of the month
⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM
🧠 Facilitated by Gabriel Marcomini, RCC (he/him)
🔗 Registration required — scan the QR code or visit link in bio

04/09/2026

Are you passionate about shaping conversations, leadership, and community impact? 📢

The Women Survivors Resource Network (WSRN) is officially calling for new members to join our Advisory Committee!

Established in 2018, WSRN is a grassroots initiative created by and for women from conflict-affected contexts now building their lives in Canada. We are looking for dedicated voices to help us bridge the gap between lived experience and systemic change.

As a committee member, you will:
✨ Attend up to 8 meetings per year.
✨ Help shape agendas and recommend key topics.
✨ Suggest speakers and support community outreach.
✨ Strengthen WSRN’s direction and policy influence.
Join us in building a space grounded in solidarity, trauma-informed care, and collective leadership.

🔗 How to apply: Scan the QR code in the images or email [email protected] to learn more!

03/31/2026

Today, March 31, we recognize International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV). 🏳️‍⚧️✨

Founded in 2009 by Rachel Crandall, TDOV is a day to celebrate the resilience and achievements of transgender and non-binary people worldwide. At VAST, this day holds deep significance as many of the refugees we support have faced persecution due to their gender identity.

Visibility is more than just being seen—it’s about challenging harmful systems and creating spaces where everyone can live with dignity and belonging. We remain committed to providing safe, affirming care and uplifting the voices of the trans community.

Address

2610 Victoria Drive
Vancouver, BC
V5N4L2

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+17783726593

Website

https://www.vastbc.ca/

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