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Summer is here and the North Shore is absolutely delivering this year. Whether you’re a family with a newborn, a toddler on the go, or kids who are old enough to have opinions about everything, there’s something outside waiting for you this July and August.

What does the future of the North Shore look like? If the latest cohort of the North Shore Young Civic Forum has anything to say about it, it looks pretty promising.

On June 2nd, 2026, North Shore Community Resources (NSCR) celebrated 50 years of serving the North Shore community with an anniversary celebration at Monova.

May is a special month at NSCR. It is a time to recognize both Child Care Month and Caregiver Month, two important reminders of the people in our communities who show up every day with compassion, patience, and care.

Each year, NSCR’s Community Income Tax Clinic provides an important, free service that helps North Shore residents access the benefits and refunds they are entitled to. Delivered through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), the clinic supports low-income individuals and families and simple tax situations by offering accessible, in-person tax filing support.

Meet North Shore child care providers in one place, ask your questions, and find the right fit for your family – free drop-in event.

Our tax clinic is now open, and you can call to book an appointment! Our North Shore Community Income Tax Clinic assists eligible individuals with… Read more »

This year we were chosen as 1 of the 3 finalists for the Non-Profit of the Year Award, as a part of the North Vancouver… Read more »

Every year, Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism puts on the Craft Beer Festival at the Shipyards and picks a North Shore non-profit to receive the proceeds… Read more »

Our NSCR Caregiver Support Program offers 3 ongoing Support Groups and 2 Wellness and Education Groups and all are currently thriving. However, we are always… Read more »

On October 4th, we held our second Seniors Expo of the year and we are pleased to say it was another success! Take a peek… Read more »

NSCR’s CCRR team was thrilled to host a fun and inspiring day of learning at our annual Child Care Conference! It was a wonderful day filled… Read more »

Looking for fun and free things to do with your kids this year? Look no further because the Free Things Flyer is out! Brought to you by… Read more »

Ghazal Ghaziani is our Community Outreach Consultant. She supports families and child care providers by developing partnerships, strengthening resources, and improving access to quality child… Read more »

Looking for fun and free things to do with your kids this year? Look no further because the Free Things Flyer is out! Brought to… Read more »

Sometimes it takes only one phone call to change someone else’s life and make them happy. Mark Worley, a member and a volunteer with Highlands… Read more »

When clients come to NSCR’s Legal team, they’re searching for someone to offer supportive and resourceful assistance to help them get out of and beyond… Read more »

One of our long time volunteers, Tom, has written a piece on his time volunteering with NSCR and giving back to the North Shore community…. Read more »

Where can I go to get free tech help and support? Libraries are a great resource for technology support. Many offer classes, drop in clinics… Read more »

  The Capilano Mall Redevelopment Plan is in the works and we’d like your help on sharing some key messages about it. QuadReal, the Capilano… Read more »

This year, we here at NSCR would like to turn our attention to two of our team members that have been with us longer than… Read more »

Have you heard the term Social Prescribing being thrown around? No? See there’s a problem right there. Social Prescribing sets out to bridge the gap… Read more »

Incoming is another story to warm your hearts, courtesy of our amazing staff. Recently, Pam visited our office looking for guidance on continuing her career… Read more »

  The North Shore, home to over 15,000 Farsi speakers, is where NSCR calls home. Understanding the community and it’s unique needs, NSCR has continuously… Read more »

Looking for fun and free things to do with your kids this fall? Look no further because this autumn’s Free Things Flyer is out! Brought… Read more »

This year, the North Shore Volunteer Fair will be taking place on September 21st! Come on out to connect with over 25 local organizations dedicated… Read more »

I don’t have a will prepared and want to make one. Can I make it myself? Yes, you can but sometimes it is worth having… Read more »

That’s right, you read it correctly; the July edition of the InterGenNS Community Newsletter has just been released. Now, I won’t take up anymore of… Read more »

That’s right, you read it correctly; the July edition of the InterGenNS Community Newsletter has just been released. Now, I won’t take up anymore of… Read more »

(Pictured left to right: Mayor Linda Buchanan, Murray Mollard, Ashraf Amlani. Photo credit – Paul McGrath) On June 13th, there was more than just the… Read more »

If you were wondering why you heard so many relieved sighs coming from the Twin Towers building, I’m here to put your curiosity to rest…. Read more »

If you were wondering why you heard so many relieved sighs coming from the Twin Towers building, I’m here to put your curiosity to rest…. Read more »

Looking for fun and free things to do with your kids this summer? Look no further because this summer’s Free Things Flyer is out! Brought… Read more »

NSCR’s long awaited West Vancouver location is now open! Our child care consultant Marlene will be at the satellite location to help with the Affordable… Read more »

If you were wondering why you heard so many relieved sighs coming from the Twin Towers building, I’m here to put your curiosity to rest…. Read more »

Is there a reduced fee buss pass program for seniors and, if so, how do I qualify? Yes there is! Low income seniors and persons… Read more »

Is there a reduced fee buss pass program for seniors and, if so, how do I qualify? Yes there is! Low income seniors and persons… Read more »

    Azam Mousavi Azam has been a dedicated volunteer for several years at North NSCR.  She has assisted seniors with a variety of needs… Read more »

    Azam Mousavi Azam has been a dedicated volunteer for several years at North NSCR.  She has assisted seniors with a variety of needs… Read more »

The April 2024 edition of the InterGen Community News is out and the reviews are in: It’s a hit! But don’t take my word for… Read more »

The April 2024 edition of the InterGen Community News is out and the reviews are in: It’s a hit! But don’t take my word for… Read more »

After 16 years, Don Peters and affordable housing have become almost synonymous. Originally as a member, then as the Chair of the Community Housing Action… Read more »

Ok, we hear you say, I don’t earn enough to pay tax anyway so why should I bother? The simple answer is: so you don’t… Read more »

It’s a new day and there’s no better way to kick it off than by getting to hear about a participant’s experience with our programs…. Read more »

Our updated version of the Friendly Visiting program was recently launched a few months ago with the return of in person visiting! NSCR’s Friendly Visiting… Read more »

Celebrate the volunteers in our community and all the work they do! Send in in your nominations by March 11th at 4:00 PM. Each year… Read more »

I got my letter from Service Canada regarding an invitation to apply for the new Canadian Dental Care Plan. What does the process look like?… Read more »

The March/April edition of The Grapevine is here! Learn about the traits of highly sensitive people, see our upcoming events and read the latest caregiver… Read more »

The March/April edition of The Grapevine is here! Learn about the traits of highly sensitive people, see our upcoming events and read the latest caregiver… Read more »

By Catherine Bryson   “You can’t pour from an empty cup,” said Dr. Melanie Badali, during her presentation of the 2023 NSCR workshop ‘Clarifying and… Read more »

Our North Shore Community Income Tax Clinic assists eligible lower income individuals to complete and file their income tax return. Taxes are prepared by qualified… Read more »

I am an older adult who would like some assistance in learning how to use my iPhone, Android Phone, iPad or Computer, where are digital… Read more »

This workshop focuses on changing perceptions of challenging behaviour in children. It looks at seeing the behaviour as a result of lagging skills. The workshop… Read more »

Ideally, we would take care of ourselves like we take care of loved ones. But sometimes this feels like an impossible task. What do we… Read more »

This 3-part educational workshop series, “Be Safe At Home”, is a comprehensive educational program designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical skills for… Read more »

Volunteering is a great way to gain skills, experience and new social connections that help you and the community. NSCR’s Youth Volunteer Directory has opportunities… Read more »

In the wake of an emergency, your neighbours will often be the first on the scene. Research into acute emergencies and chronic stressors tells us… Read more »

Irene is a North Shore resident and retiree who has always found time for the causes important to her. Irene has been a volunteer with… Read more »

Don Peters, Chair of North Shore Community Resources’ Community Housing Action Committee (CHAC) has been selected as one of twenty recipients of the 2023 BC… Read more »

The Volunteer Driver will provide transportation for frail, elderly seniors to enable them to attend necessary medical appointments. Volunteers are responsible for transporting riders from… Read more »

ONE TO ONE Literacy offers programming across BC that leverages the power of one-to-one connections to help children develop literacy skills and reading confidence. We… Read more »

The Garden Maintenance Volunteer will help frail, elderly seniors that live in their own home to tidy up their garden and lawn areas. The Garden… Read more »

Go places and discover new lands. This Tote Bag can soar your children’s imagination and play. Two board books with lots of places and aircraft… Read more »

For Dads, Grandpas, and all male identifying caregivers! Come meet other caregivers and learn songs and rhymes to sing to your baby. This ten-week program… Read more »

Facing significantly increased hydro bills after WYSE Utilities installed submeters in their building, tenants across the North Shore reached out to North Shore Community Resources’… Read more »

For our first InterGenNS event, we brought together students from the Grade 7 class at Norgate Community School and seniors from the community to assemble… Read more »

Lately, I have been receiving phone calls asking for personal information or access to my computer. How do I know they are legitimate? Here are… Read more »

InterGenNS Community Connector is A newsletter launched by the InterGenNS Project to update the North Shore community about our project as well as new and… Read more »

The March/April edition of The Grapevine is here! Learn about the traits of highly sensitive people, see our upcoming events and read the latest caregiver… Read more »

I am receiving my retirement benefits but I am wondering how I can save money on a fixed income? Here are some other ways you… Read more »

The January/February edition of The Grapevine is here! Learn about finding hope in the new year, practicing gratitude, see our upcoming events and read the… Read more »

My 90 year old mother is living in her own home, but not managing well and we want to get her more support? Where do… Read more »

Whether it’s volunteering time, donating money, or offering toys and food items for charitable causes, there are plenty of great ways to make a meaningful… Read more »

The November/December edition of The Grapevine is here! Learn about solo aging, self-affirmation, upcoming events and all about our Korean Caregivers Group leader. Read the… Read more »

In June 2022, North Shore Community Resources convened Housing for All!, three free public conversations on affordable housing on the North Shore. The Housing for… Read more »

Madi Gaffney is a Better at Home Client Care Coordinator, long-time North Shore resident, and car enthusiast. She took the leap from retail management to… Read more »

Have you thought about becoming a volunteer? Do you wonder what else you could do with your time? It can be daunting to figure out… Read more »

The July/August edition of The Grapevine is here! Learn about solitude and sanctuary in the age of COVID-19, upcoming events and all about our Persian… Read more »

Sarah Grant is a working mom of four, a volunteer, and a champion for community connections. Over the last two years, she has given her… Read more »

There is no shortage of good reasons to volunteer. From meeting new people to applying your skills to helping others, volunteers all have their motivations… Read more »

There is no shortage of good reasons to volunteer. From meeting new people to applying your skills to helping others, volunteers all have their motivations… Read more »

Housing for All is a series of three public events hosted in three major North Shore municipalities that will bring together a diverse group of… Read more »

It’s been a while! We are so happy to invite you back into the office of North Shore Community Resources. We look forward to reconnecting… Read more »

Meet the members of this year’s North Shore Young Civic Forum, our platform for learning about and influencing North Shore municipal governments. Forum 3.0 Cohort… Read more »

The Caregiver Support Program hosts multiple groups and meetings. On a regular basis we offer the following: Bereavement Group Men’s Support Group Caregiver Support Group… Read more »

I first heard of the Better at Home Program when I was looking for some volunteer work during the beginning of the pandemic. As a… Read more »

The May/June edition of the Family Caregivers’ Grapevine is here! Learn about upcoming workshops, network groups and events, the power of positivity, read an interview… Read more »

We were recently featured in the North Shore News! Click here to read the article and learn more about volunteering and the Better at Home… Read more »

The March/April edition of the Family Caregivers’ Grapevine is here! Learn about upcoming events, Read The Grapevine.

In early January, NSCR’s InterGenNS team were guests on SFU’s Below the Radar podcast. “Am Johal sits down with the team at InterGenNS, a North… Read more »

The last Grapevine of 2021 is here! Learn about ways to cope with holiday stress, upcoming events, workshops and more. Read The Grapevine.

NSCR welcomed a new Better at Home Coordinator this Fall – Nicola Harris. We are excited to have this skilled, kind person at the helm… Read more »

“Volunteering gives me a purpose. It makes me feel proud and connected.” – Jenell Coleclough, Better at Home Volunteer North Shore Community Resources (NSCR) was… Read more »

Meet Pat Dean and learn why he started NSCR’s first Caregiver Support group for men.

Democracy Café is a non-partisan program that encourages residents and citizens to more actively participate in civic life while encouraging governments to better facilitate citizen… Read more »

Image credit: Coffee Geek – Dutch Bros The November/December Grapevine is here! Learn about ways to care for yourself over the holidays, how to support a… Read more »

NSCR is happy to welcome Vic Gailiunas to our team. Vic has gotten to know local caregivers this summer while working on his Social Work… Read more »

As we celebrate National Volunteer Week April 18 – 24, it is with the recognition that volunteering has evolved and moved in new directions over… Read more »

There’s still a benefit to volunteering, even during COVID

North Shore Community Resources publishes an annual report each year to give the community access to our updates and see how we have changed over… Read more »

Meet the members of this year’s North Shore Young Citizens’ Forum, our platform for learning about and influencing North Shore municipal governments. Forum Cohort Bios.Nov2020… Read more »