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COMMUNITY CENTRES REOPENING IN SEPTEMBER – YES, BUT SLOWLY!

Media outlets have recently picked up on the late July news from the Vancouver Park Board that community centres would be reopening in September for PRIORITY programming.  The news outlets did not pay attention to the word priority! Yes, the centres are starting to open, but slowly and with an emphasis on priority programs. At each stage of reopening the community centres the Park Board must reach out to the City to seek approval of

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Reopening Childcare Services in Community Centres

KERRISDALE LITTLE OWLS PRE-SCHOOL TO REOPEN ON SEPTEMBER 14 As community centre associations and the Park Board work to reopen community centres I am please to report that one of the early steps will be the reopening of Kerrisdale’s Little Owls Pre-School on September 14. The Park Board and community centre associations were successful in conveying to the City’s financial authorities the importance of community centre-based daycare and preschool services to residents.  As a result,

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KCC Face Shields – BACK IN STOCK!

Our popular custom made face shields are back in stock!  Made locally in Kitsilano, these one-size shields fit children and adults 9 to 99-yrs with an elasticised headband. The PET shields are  larger (10″x13″), thicker (.020) and clearer than acetate shields that are currently on the market.  They are comfortable to wear, easy to clean, strong yet durable and won’t fog up with breath or exercise. We are offering free contactless delivery for purchases of

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Kerrisdale DayCamp Schedule | Jul 20-Sep 4

DAYCAMP WAIVER & CONSENT FORMS All enrolled participants are asked to print and fill out these forms prior to arriving and ready to hand in on the first day.  By filling out the forms in advance, you will assist in decreasing contact points under the COVID protocols. Daycamp Waiver Consent Form Reminder to bring a packed lunch, snack, water bottle, hat, sunscreen, and towel everyday! Camp hours are 9:00 AM –4:00 PM. Camp schedule is

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Summer is here @Maple Grove Pool – NOW OPEN!

… new safety guidelines are in place in response to Covid-19 We are excited to announce that Maple Grove Pool, which is a family friendly heated outdoor shallow pool in the Kerrisdale neighbourhood, re-opened on Monday, July 20.  Plan your visit What you need to know before you arrive: Buy your tickets online (from 9am) the day before. Drop-in spaces are available but limited. Arrive in your clean swimwear. Change rooms are not available. Leave

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