Programs
Kits House Programs
Click on a themed tab below to reveal all the programs we have to offer. We have many active programs, as well as some that are currently inactive but will be returning soon. If the program you are interested in is currently inactive, feel free to reach out to the contact person listed to show them your interest!
English Conversation Circles (Online)
Multicultural Women's Support Program (Online)
Multicultural Crochet Meetups
Come join us at Kits House to learn create and have fun during our Multicultural Crochet Meetups!
Expressive Art Group (Online)
This program provides a safe place for children to express themselves through visual arts, share personal stories, make new friends, learn how to support one another and build confidence.
Kids Up Front
Take your kids to the latest sporting, art & culture, and recreation events without breaking your budget!
Kits House Summer Camp
Maker Girl Club Series
Spring Break Camp
Cooking, science and sports, oh my! This spring break camp is filled with tons to do for your kids from Kindergarten to Grade 6 during spring break.
Kids Club Summer Program
Bumble Bear Daycare (In-person)
Bumbletree Childcare: Part-time care (In-person)
Dunbar Kid’s Club: Out of School Care (In-person)
Kitsilano Kid’s Club: Out of School Care (In-person)
The Collective Tennyson Childcare Centre (In-person)
Kids Club Summer Program
Kits House Summer Camp
Spring Break Camp
Cooking, science and sports, oh my! This spring break camp is filled with tons to do for your kids from Kindergarten to Grade 6 during spring break.
Youth Drop-In (Youth)
Kits Secondary Lunch Program
Pocket Studio
Youth Council
Kits Cares Cafe
A free delicious meal available to anyone, once a week!
Community Potlucks
Grab your big spoon and serving dish and join us in the Kits House Living Room for delicious dinners, friendly conversation & gregarious games at our monthly potlucks! If you are able, bring a dish to share, vegetarian preferred.
Food Skills Program
A hands-on cooking program where you’ll learn budgeting strategies, and how to cook nutritious meals for your family!
Healthy Cooking with Preteens
A program, for preteens 7 - 12 years old, to learn to cook healthily, engage in physical activity and discuss skills to help pursue a healthy lifestyle.
Volunteer Baking Group
Are you a registered Kits House volunteer? If you love to bake and have some time to spare, Kits House can use your talents. Join us to create delicious baked goods for Kits House programs!
Westside Community Food Market
The Westside Community Food Market is a weekly market in the heart of Kitsilano, brought to you by Kitsilano Neighbourhood House & the Society Promoting Environmental Conservation (SPEC).
Families Connect (Online)
A participant-led program for parents & caregivers with children 0 - 6 years old, to drop in, meet your neighbours and share your skills in activities.
Family Play Time
A participant-led program for parents & caregivers with children 0 - 6 years old, to drop in, meet your neighbours and share your skills in activities.
Toy Library
As a parent/caregiver we know how much you want to give your child as many opportunities to explore and learn, therefore, Kits House has created its new Toy Library.
Gingerbread Decorating Party
Get your FREE kit to decorate a gingerbread with your children and join our online decorating party (Dec 9th and 12th)
Information & Referral - Family Support
Mama & Papa Goose - Infant Group (Online)
The Mama & Papa Goose program is for parents with children 0 - 18 months. It promotes a healthy bond between you and your child as well as stimulates your child's early language development through songs, rhymes and story times.
Mama & Papa Goose - Toddler Group (Online)
Meet local families and create community connections while building a healthy bond between yourself and your child through English and a few Spanish songs, rhymes, and storytelling, stimulating their language development in English and Spanish.
Circle of Security Parenting Program
This is a relationship- based parenting program that will help with developing your confidence as a parent or caregiver and enrich your connection with your child(ren).
Treasure Hunt
Have a fun treasure hunt with the whole family!
My Tween & Me (In-person)
A program for parents and caregivers with children 7 – 12 years of age. Learn to build a strong relationship with your children as pre-teens, gain the confidence and skills to guide your children into and through the risk-taking teen years.
Nobody's Perfect
Parents of children from newborn to 6 years old will have the opportunity to discuss common parent issues, make connections and meet new friends.
Parent Support Services Society of BC: Korean and Mandarin Parent Support Circles
Come, Learn & Connect at YWCA Single Mothers' Support Group.
YWCA Single Mothers' Support Group
Come, Learn & Connect at YWCA Single Mothers' Support Group.
Understanding Anxiety in Children & Cultivating Resilience
In this seminar, caregivers will learn how anxiety develops and is reinforced in children, and how caregivers can help them to build their resilience.
Effective Parenting after Separation
Parenting program for separated or divorced parent, or any other parent going through this process. Learn effective tips on co-parenting, finding available resources, and more.
Healthy Sexuality Workshop
Kids Up Front
Take your kids to the latest sporting, art & culture, and recreation events without breaking your budget!
Kits in the Park
The perfect drop-in outdoor program filled with activities for families and caregivers with children 0-6 years old running in July and August.
Counselling Sessions (Online)
Kits House will be hosting counselling sessions by counselors who are completing their Master's Degree. For Kits Members only. Book your appointment today!
Covid-19 Financial Webinar Series (Online)
Kits House will be hosting a financial webinar series, for those experiencing financial struggles. Book your appointment today!
Expressive Art Therapy for All Ages (Online)
Kits House will be hosting a financial webinar series, for those experiencing financial struggles. Book your appointment today!
Men's Monday Meet Ups (Online)
Come hang out with other guys to discuss work/life/financial stability solutions.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Online)
Kits House Book Club
Book Club host Pam White suggests a good read each month followed by a discussion at the monthly Kits House Book Club
Neighbourhood Small Grants
The 2019 Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) and Greenest City Grant (GCG) applications are now closed.
The 2020 grant cycle will open Tuesday, February 11 and close Monday, April 6, 2020. Project Leaders are encouraged to submit their applications well in advance of the deadline. This will allow the Neighbourhood Grants Committee and Coordinator time to sort out any problems or hiccups with applications prior to final decisions being made.
Theatre at a Distance
Theatre at a Distance is a community theatre workshop where individuals can learn and practice the craft of theatre while exploring and re-creating the world we see and the world we want.
Multicultural Crochet Meetups
Come join us at Kits House to learn create and have fun during our Multicultural Crochet Meetups!
Multicultural Tea Ceremony
Sing-A-Long
Westside Community Food Market
The Westside Community Food Market is a weekly market in the heart of Kitsilano, brought to you by Kitsilano Neighbourhood House & the Society Promoting Environmental Conservation (SPEC).
Car Seat Safety Checks
Book a one-on-one car seat check with one of the Kits House BCAA certified Car Seat Educators.
Computer Tutorials
Book an appointment to spend an hour with a volunteer computer tutor and learn the basics for operating your computer, laptop, or tablet! Learn how to use email, access the internet, manage your photos, social media, and more!
Income Tax Clinics
Introduction to Sewing
Learn basic sewing skills in a welcoming atmosphere.
Kids Up Front
Take your kids to the latest sporting, art & culture, and recreation events without breaking your budget!
Knitting Circles
Knit together with your neighbours to make hats, scarves, socks, and sweaters for the homeless. Beginners welcome!
Gentle Chair Yoga (Online)
Guided Meditation (Online)
Information & Referral
Safe Seniors, Strong Communities
Seniors Art Program
55 and Better
Better at Home
Internet Basics
Osteofit For Life
