Vancouver Chapter
About Our Chapter
The volunteers of the Vancouver Chapter of HOPE worldwide Canada has been involved in helping the people of the Lower Mainland for many years with a concentrated and persevering focus on three areas of need: the students, staff and families of Sir William Macdonald School in East Vancouver, those who live on the streets and are reliant on shelters throughout the lower mainland, and the patients of B.C. Children’s Hospital and their families, especially around major holidays.
Our volunteers are diverse and thus representative of the makeup of this cosmopolitan city and have given their time to help in a variety of ways, such as serving family dinners at B.C Children's Hospital and providing support for the teachers at MacDonald School.
Ongoing Programs
In 2020, in cooperation with HOPE worldwide Canada and HOPE worldwide Philippines, Aimee Gonzaga and I started the MENTAL HEALTH TOOLS, PHILIPPINES project. My husband and I donated the first funds to get started and others soon followed. I volunteered my time to teach and mentor groups online. As Jun Velaesco, the director of HOPE worldwide Philippines stated. "This is a LOW cost- HIGH impact Project."
HOPE for Mental Health Philippines
We’re super excited to enter our 4th year supporting HOPE for Mental Health Philippines.
In North America EMOTIONAL HEALTH is recognized as a vital resource to support staff. But in many other countries these Mental Health resources simply do not exist. Month after month, decade after decade the staff serves.
They support the displaced and marginalized in the aftermath of typhoons, fire, floods, and volcanic eruptions in societies often immersed in political unrest, graft, and shortages of physical resources. They plan for, teach, nurture, feed and ceaselessly raise funds; always "ON" with few holidays; LOCAL directors, administrators, teachers, dietitians, who simply get on with the job day after day.
Nightshift Street Ministries
When:
Where:
Time:
Every 2nd Saturday of the month beginning on
April 13, Saturday
10635 King George Blvd. Surrey BC V3T 2X6
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shine Bright as a Beacon of Hope in Our Community!
Let’s come together to make our street friends feel truly welcomed! This is an amazing opportunity to prepare and serve delicious meals, listen to their inspiring stories, and support them in every way possible. Don’t forget to gather their prayer requests and lift them up in prayer!
If you excited to make a real difference, we can’t wait to have you on our team!
For registration or more information, reach out to Marivic or Dio.
Together, let's light up the world with HOPE!
HOPE in Action 2024
Recent News
The volunteers of the Vancouver Chapter of HOPE worldwide Canada has been involved in helping the people of the Lower Mainland for many years with a concentrated and persevering focus on three areas of need: the students, staff and families of Sir William Macdonald School in East Vancouver, those who live on the streets and are reliant on shelters throughout the lower mainland, and the patients of B.C. Children’s Hospital and their families, especially around major holidays.
Our volunteers are diverse and thus representative of the makeup of this cosmopolitan city and have given their time to help in a variety of ways, such as serving family dinners at B.C Children's Hospital and providing support for the teachers at MacDonald School.
Contact
Contact
Marivic, a resident of Vancouver shares her life with her cherished husband Rob and their three children: Charles, Amber and Caitlin. Professionally Marivic serves as a PT/OT Assistant at Holy Family Hospital, where she dedicates herself to the care and well-being of others. During her leisure time, she finds solace and joy in music, hiking, paddle boarding, dancing and travelling with Israel holding a special allure as her dream destination. In all facets of her life, Marivic's warmth, compassion, and zest for living shine through, making her a beloved member of her community and beyond.
Marivic Craig
Vancouver Co-Chapter Director
Dio Silva, originally from the Philippines, began volunteering with Hope during her university years. After relocating to Canada with her husband and daughter, Dio continued her commitment to community service by joining the Vancouver Chapter. Described as upbeat and outgoing, she finds joy in giving back. In doing so, she not only enriches the lives of those she helps but also discovers fulfillment and purpose in her own life. Passionate about running and outdoor activities, she enjoys weekends on the pavement. Dio embraces learning as a lifelong student, always seeking opportunities for personal growth and development.
Dio Silva
Vancouver Co-Chapter Director