Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Islam at a Glance Event



Burnaby Inter-Faith Network is pleased to invite you to attend an event about the Islamic faith!

Please join us in an open conversation at the mosque:

Thursday, April 20th
6:30 - 8:30pm 
(light refreshments will be available from 6:30, the program will start at 7:00pm)

Masjid Al-Salaam mosque
5060 Canada Way (at Sperling Ave.)

(underground parking is available off of Sperling)



This tour is the eleventh in a series of faith events organized by the Burnaby Inter-Faith Network, designed to build knowledge and understanding about Burnaby's richly diverse faith communities.

Everyone is warmly welcome at this no cost event! Please share with your family, friends, co-workers and neighbours. Help us make Burnaby a more welcoming and inclusive community.

Pre-registration is required. Please email burnabyinterfaith@gmail.com or call 604-294-7421.




Tuesday, January 31, 2017

Metro Vancouver Refugee Response Team - Search for Programs and Services for Refugees

The Metro Vancouver Refugee Response Team has compiled a database of programs and services for refugees throughout Metro Vancouver. The region has many free programs and services to help refugees and their families settle in their new homes and communities. Whether you’re looking to support an individual or family, make a referral, or simply find out what’s available, search here for programs and services in your community.

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Aboriginal Spirituality Event

POSTPONED: Aboriginal Spirituality Event

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event is postponed until further notice. Please check back in 2017 for future inter-faith events.

Burnaby Inter-Faith Network is pleased to invite you to attend an Aboriginal Spirituality Event!

Please join us to learn more about Aboriginal Spirituality:

Tuesday, November 22
6:30 - 8:30pm (light refreshments will be provided)

Tommy Douglas Library
7311 Kingsway 

Leading the discussion will be Terriea Harris. Terriea is is a Dakota, Aborigine and Columbian woman who integrates traditional Indigenous healing methods, teachings and culture both personally and professionally.

This tour is the eleventh in a series of faith events organized by the Burnaby Inter-Faith Network, designed to build knowledge and understanding about Burnaby's richly diverse faith communities.

Everyone is welcome at this no cost event! Please share with your family, friends, co-workers and neighbours. Help us make Burnaby a more welcoming and inclusive community.

Pre-registration is required. Please email burnabyinterfaith@gmail.com or call 604-294-7421.


Friday, June 3, 2016

Burnaby National Aboriginal Day Celebration!

Join us for Burnaby’s first ever National Aboriginal Day Celebration! June 21st is a special day to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.

Afternoon Celebration
*activities focused on elementary school aged children. All are welcome. However, registration is required as space is limited. Please email socialplanning@burnaby.ca or call 604-294-7421 by June 17th.
1:00 / Traditional Welcome
1:15 - 2:45 / Various kid’s activities

Community Dinner and Celebration
Everyone is welcome at this free, family-friendly event!
5:15 / Traditional Welcome
5:45 / Performance by the Musqueam Nation Wolf Pack dance troupe!
6:15 - 7:15 / Food (tasty stew and bannock) is served until supplies run out. Arrive early to avoid disappointment!
7:15 / Closing Remarks
*Drop In Kids Activities Offered!

See you there!


*This event is being presented by a community coalition: Burnaby Art Gallery, Local Parents, Burnaby Neighbourhood House, Burnaby School District, Burnaby Village Museum, and the Spirit of the Children Society. This event is hosted as part of the Burnaby Neighbourhood House Sharing Cultures initiative