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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Is Happiness the Goal?
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nAn exploration of the place of happiness in our lives. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/is-happiness-the-goal/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T121500
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SUMMARY:Children’s Group
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 12 years \nChildren’s Group begins in the Sanctuary for worship and leaves together after the Wisdom Story. This is a place to build friendships and self-identity in an actively anti-oppressive setting. We use LEGO\, art\, and games to build community\, trust\, and a beginning understanding of evolving Unitarian Universalist values of justice\, equity\, pluralism\, interdependence\, generosity and love. \nclick here for more info \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/summer-childrens-group-2-2/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T194807Z
CREATED:20260618T073216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T194807Z
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SUMMARY:Winn Peters - Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of the life for Winn Peters\nVancouver Unitarians\n949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC V5Z 2T1 \nThis event is being livestreamed – please see below to watch the ceremony\nOrder of service
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/winn-peters-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T130000
DTSTAMP:20250925T190035Z
CREATED:20250925T185856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T190035Z
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SUMMARY:Potluck Book and Lunch Club
DESCRIPTION:Friendly readers gather online for an hour and a half on fourth Thursdays sharing their notable reads and recommendations from the past month. \nThe broad-ranging meetings might include books on global governance\, social justice and climate action\, self-help and spiritual inspiration\, the best of fiction\, biography\, art\, memoir\, and more. A written Book Report follows\, featuring all the books mentioned including the reader’s comments. \nYou’re welcome to drop in any time. Nan Gregory is the de facto contact person and host nangregory [at] shaw [dot] ca . When she’s not around\, someone else picks up the slack. \nPlease click on the JOIN MEETING button below to join.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/potluck-book-and-lunch-club-2-2/2026-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Books,Groups
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LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/potluckbooks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T172549Z
CREATED:20260421T172549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T172549Z
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SUMMARY:A Monthly Ritual and Movement Group
DESCRIPTION:To restore body and spirit in tune with the rhythms of nature (our Unitarian sixth source*) \n\n\n\nEach gathering will include \n\n\n\n\nOpening and closing ritual (cast circle\, call directions)\n\n\n\nSharing circle\n\n\n\nMeditation\n\n\n\nPoetry\n\n\n\nCircle dances – lots of circle dances\n\n\n\n\nWhen?\n\n\n\nJune 25 \n\n\n\nTime: 7-9pm\n\n\n\nPlease register here:  https://forms.gle/6HuuY7ubweWWpfWi9
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/a-monthly-ritual-and-movement-group-june25/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260626T113000
DTSTAMP:20250908T190036Z
CREATED:20250908T190036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T190036Z
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SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Fridays
DESCRIPTION:This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays\, from 10am to 11:30am. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nJoining the meeting\nAt the corresponding time and date\, please click on the blue Join Meeting below. \nThis button will only appear 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-fridays-5/2026-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211706Z
CREATED:20260604T182959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T211706Z
UID:10004984-1782493200-1782504000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Celebrating Summer - Coffeehouse Pot Luck and Talent Show
DESCRIPTION:As the summer break approaches\, let us gather and celebrate all that we have accomplished since fall with our Coffee House tradition–an evening where we enjoy the many talents in our congregation. \n\nIf you plan to attend\, please RSVP here by Wednesday\, June 24th\, so we can make sure there is enough food for everyone!\nThose with culinary talents to share can sign up to bring a summer picnic favourite here: Celebrating Summer Potluck Sign-up.\nIf you would like to share a performance\, please sign up here: Coffee House Performers\nAnd if you can help with set-up or clean-up\, I have a list for that too:\nCelebrating Summer Volunteer Sign Up\n\nYou can contact Jennifer at catpal79[at]gmail.com with any questions. I hope to see you there!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/celebrating-summer-coffeehouse-pot-luck-and-talent-show/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260627T052206Z
CREATED:20260623T212255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T052206Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service - A Unitarian Uncyclical about AI
DESCRIPTION:A Unitarian Uncyclical on AI – Paul Prescod\nArtificial Intelligence is the defining technology of our century. Join us as we grapple with its environmental\, economic\, ethical and even spiritual dimensions. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-a-unitarian-uncyclical-about-ai/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260219T185120Z
CREATED:20260204T220016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T185120Z
UID:10004938-1782649800-1782655200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Fourth Sunday Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Unitarians’ Fourth Sunday Book Group meets after the Sunday service on the fourth Sunday of each month (except July and August). We meet at 12:30 pm in the Family Room (admin building) and online at vanu.ca/fourth-sunday-books. Everyone is welcome. \nIf attending online\, please come back to this page at the time of the event\, and you will see a JOIN MEETING button below. Click on that button to join the meeting.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/fourth-sunday-book-club/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Family Room\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Books,Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T120000
DTSTAMP:20260705T000118Z
CREATED:20260702T174327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T000118Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Lost in the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Michael Clague\nAn intergenerational reflection from the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries in prose\, art and poetry. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-lost-in-the-21st-century/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T030213Z
CREATED:20260603T041103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T030213Z
UID:10004983-1783254600-1783260000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Connected to the Land: Our Food Tells Our Story
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an engaging presentation by Palestinian Chef Izzeldin Bukhari of Sacred Cuisine from East Jerusalem. \nHe will talk to us about Palestinian food\, with a special focus on vegetarian and vegan dishes from the Somi tradition. Izzeldin is a Sufi Muslim\, with deep roots in Gaza where he used to go as a child to visit his Grandmother\, and he cooks a lot of  Gazan food. \nIzzeldin is also an ardent environmentalist because of his interest in what goes into growing and nourishing the food that then feeds our bodies and souls. \nThis forum is sponsored by the Social Justice Team. The event is FREE and no tickets are required. \nSnacks brought by SJ Team members will be served. Please note that Izzeldin will not be cooking\, but will be open to questions.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/connected-to-the-land-our-food-tells-our-story/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Environment,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260708T173108Z
CREATED:20260708T172512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T173108Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Meditation (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe second half is a shared silent meditation\, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski\, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/wednesday-meditation-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community,Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260712T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10004001-1783846800-1783853100@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260711T065804Z
CREATED:20260708T171104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260711T065804Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: How Did We Get Here - Stories From Our Congregation
DESCRIPTION:How Did We Get Here – Stories From Our Congregation\nThe VanU Question of the Month Team \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-how-did-we-get-here-stories-from-our-congregation/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201030Z
CREATED:20260714T201030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T201030Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Meditation (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe second half is a shared silent meditation\, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski\, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/wednesday-meditation-via-zoom-2/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community,Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10004002-1784451600-1784457900@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171140Z
CREATED:20260707T163654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171140Z
UID:10004993-1784458800-1784462400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service
DESCRIPTION:Weekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-6/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201030Z
CREATED:20260714T201030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T201030Z
UID:10005058-1784745000-1784752200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Wednesday Meditation (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe second half is a shared silent meditation\, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski\, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/wednesday-meditation-via-zoom-2/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community,Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T130000
DTSTAMP:20250925T190035Z
CREATED:20250925T185856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T190035Z
UID:10004797-1784804400-1784811600@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Potluck Book and Lunch Club
DESCRIPTION:Friendly readers gather online for an hour and a half on fourth Thursdays sharing their notable reads and recommendations from the past month. \nThe broad-ranging meetings might include books on global governance\, social justice and climate action\, self-help and spiritual inspiration\, the best of fiction\, biography\, art\, memoir\, and more. A written Book Report follows\, featuring all the books mentioned including the reader’s comments. \nYou’re welcome to drop in any time. Nan Gregory is the de facto contact person and host nangregory [at] shaw [dot] ca . When she’s not around\, someone else picks up the slack. \nPlease click on the JOIN MEETING button below to join.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/potluck-book-and-lunch-club-2-2/2026-07-23/
CATEGORIES:Books,Groups
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LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/potluckbooks
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260726T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10004003-1785056400-1785062700@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171140Z
CREATED:20260707T163654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171140Z
UID:10004994-1785063600-1785067200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service
DESCRIPTION:Weekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-6/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vanu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/banner-sunday-service.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201030Z
CREATED:20260714T201030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T201030Z
UID:10005059-1785349800-1785357000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Wednesday Meditation (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe second half is a shared silent meditation\, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski\, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/wednesday-meditation-via-zoom-2/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community,Meditation and Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vanu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/meditation-photo-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260713T185240Z
CREATED:20260712T031220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T185240Z
UID:10005107-1785585600-1785596400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Enjoy the Powell Street Festival with fellow Unitarians
DESCRIPTION:The Powell Street Festival is one of the largest and the longest-running community arts festivals in Canada\, located in Vancouver’s historic Japanese Canadian neighbourhood\, Paueru Gai – today known as the Downtown Eastside. The Powell Street Festival Society also offers year-round programs\, and collaborates with local organizations\, artists\, and communities. \nYou’re invited to attend with fellow Vancouver Unitarians for a guided tour of the Powell Festival with long-time VanU member\, Megumi. This is the 50th annual Powell Festival\, and the fifth year VanU members have attended as a group. The event is free and open to all! \nWe will be meeting at 12 noon on Saturday\, August 1\, at the corner of Dunlevy Ave and E. Cordova St (the main entrance to Oppenheimer Park). Contact megumianderson46[at]gmail[dot]com if you are interested in attending with the group or just show up on Saturday. \nMegumi highly recommends attending the Sumo Tournament\, the JODAIKO (all women Taiko Drummers and the Best Taiko Team) event  and the Tea Ceremony.  All of these events are on Sunday. \nMegumi wishes to express her deep appreciation to Mr. Shig Hirai.  Shig was the founder and owner of Fujiya Japanese Delicatessen Grocery Store. He was born near Powell Street in 1937 passed away this past November.  Shig donated enough funds for the continuation of the Sumo Tournament for the next 50 years! \nThe Powell Street Festival schedule lists over 88 programs and events. Even more information can be found on the Powell Street Society Festival website. \nThis recent Tyee article highlights the upcoming festival and its 50 year history.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/enjoy-the-powell-street-festival-with-fellow-unitarians/
LOCATION:Oppenheimer Park\, Dunlevy Avenue and E. Cordova\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A1G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Intercultural
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.282204;-123.0953439
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oppenheimer Park Dunlevy Avenue and E. Cordova Vancouver BC V6A1G6 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Dunlevy Avenue and E. Cordova:geo:-123.0953439,49.282204
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260802T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10004004-1785661200-1785667500@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vanu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/meditation-photo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Meditation Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171140Z
CREATED:20260707T163654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171140Z
UID:10004995-1785668400-1785672000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service
DESCRIPTION:Weekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-6/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vanu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/banner-sunday-service.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260809T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10004005-1786266000-1786272300@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vanu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/meditation-photo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171140Z
CREATED:20260707T163654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171140Z
UID:10004996-1786273200-1786276800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service
DESCRIPTION:Weekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-6/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vanu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/banner-sunday-service.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260816T104500
DTSTAMP:20241107T185619Z
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10004006-1786870800-1786877100@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine years\, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski\, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vanu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/meditation-photo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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END:VEVENT
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