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Thanks to the generosity of community partner, RBC, the first JFS food security van is hitting our local streets.

Connect. Learn. Thrive. We’re excited to announce the launch of a new program called Thriving Seniors. This innovative program is guided by the input of JFS’s new Seniors Leadership Team and is designed to promote greater equity in wellness through knowledge, connection, and support for seniors in our community.  Virtual meetings and workshops take place over

Last night, at our AGM, we shared an exciting announcement. In the spring of 2021, our ​Food Security program, including our Jewish Food Bank and meal deliveries, will be moving to a new and permanent location at 53 E 3rdAvenue, Vancouver. This initiative has been in the making for the past several years and became a

In this JFS Client Update document compiled and written by the JFS Client Advisory Committee (CAC), we endeavor to pinpoint the experiences of existing JFS clients and their new challenges and unmet needs during this pandemic based on client feedback and our own discussions. We hope to find a way to help during this unprecedented

What We Ask of You Wash your hands immediately upon entering the JFS building or location or your meeting or program.  Hand washing, when done properly, continues to be the most effective method of preventing the spread of COVID-19. Scrub your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds If you feel ill with

Our Commitment to You: JFS staff are being briefed regularly on measures to reduce the risk of infection and we are increasing our efforts to ensure we are following the preventative recommendations outlined by Vancouver Coastal Health We are asking staff members who are feeling ill to stay home from work. We appreciate your patience

You helped us successfully deliver our programs and services to over 2000 individuals. Thank you!