Lisa’s Library Story
VPL works with community partners to deliver the Mother Goose program, where parents are supported in nurturing language development through rhymes, songs and stories.
Marilyn’s Library Story
As a librarian, former library trustee, and a patron herself, Marilyn is all too aware of the impact the Vancouver Public Library has on people’s lives.
Peterson Connects Our Community
Vancouver Public Library Foundation is honoured to announce a contribution from Peterson to the Storeys That Transform Campaign.
The Nicola Family Foundation: Transforming Our Stories
Vancouver Public Library Foundation is honoured to have the support of the Nicola Family Foundation for our Storeys That Transform Expansion Campaign.
Bringing Together Families with Man in the Moon
“How do I connect in a meaningful way with my child?” This is a question that many caregivers ask themselves, but don’t know the answer. Fortunately, VPL programs like Man in the Moon exist to provide a welcoming space just for male caregivers.
Dilawri Foundation Makes $5M Gift
On October 29th, The Dilawri Foundation, which has donated tens of millions of dollars to Canadian health and children’s charities over the past 20 years, announced the largest ever donation to a public library in Canada.
Rooftop Garden
Vancouver’s first public rooftop garden will be named in honour of visionary city-builders and philanthropists Art Phillips, Bob Hager and Rudy North.
Reading Buddies
In July of 2013 Vancouver Public Library’s first “Reading Buddies” program started at the Renfrew branch. This program pairs children in grades 2-4 with reading difficulties with a teen mentor.
Connecting Newcomers
Mohammed Alsaleh came to Canada as a refugee from Syria. “Staying in the country was not an option – I had to leave,” he says, having had family and friends killed and his hometown destroyed by war.