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Update from the Wild Salmon Action Team

Environment6 days ago
The long campaign to remove the open-net pen fish farms that threaten our wild Pacific salmon is generating some positive results! To find out about a recent win in federal court, and about an investigation into the integrity of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, click here. While floating open-net pen fish farms continue to…

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Notice from our Tech Team: Beware of fake emails

BlogJune 25, 2024
Please be advised that another wave of scam attempts have been emailed out to Vancouver Unitarian members and congregants in recent days. Please take extra care to protect yourself. Rev. Shawn and our office staff will never request money or gift cards directly via email. If you feel even slightly suspicious, please call the office…

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Vancouver Unitarians call for Permanent Ceasefire in Israel/Gaza and release of hostages

Resolutions, Social JusticeJune 11, 2024
The Vancouver Unitarians' congregation formally endorsed the statement by the Canadian Unitarian Council and Unitarian Universalist Ministers of Canada calling on the State of Israel and on Hamas to agree to a permanent ceasefire and the immediate release of all hostages. The statement calls on the Government of Canada to stop shipments of weapons to Israel…

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The Year in Review

Rev. ShawnJune 3, 2024
I’m struggling to believe it’s already June. The soggy early days of “June-uary” (which the Search Committee fully warned me about) may be part of it. But, even more, it’s my surprise that we’ve almost completed our first year together as minister and congregation. How did that happen, so quickly?! Yet, looking back over my…

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Introducing David Buchan, our next Choir Director

BlogMay 30, 2024
The Choir Director Search Task Force is grateful to the many people in the congregation who provided insightful input about what you are hoping for in our next Choir Director. Your reflections helped us greatly in reaching a decision. Thank you!  We are delighted, then, to announce that David Buchan has been appointed as our…

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Promises to Keep

Rev. ShawnApril 30, 2024
As I write these words, I am mindful that it has been exactly one year since you called me to be your minister on 30 April 2023. Anniversaries are incredibly important to me. Each year, on my wedding anniversary, I read and reflect on the vows I made to Bob when we said, “I do.”…

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Celebrating Beltane

GroupsApril 25, 2024
May 1 is Beltane in the Wheel of the Year, a time to celebrate the fertility of the earth, and to dance around the Maypole. Summer is here!   The Earth Spirit Group holds rituals eight times a year to celebrate the equinoxes, solstices, and cross quarter days (midpoints between them). If you are interested…

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A message from Rev. Shawn and the Canvass committee

BlogApril 14, 2024
Every person in our congregation plays a unique role in our community, participating in the wonderful interplay of generations, life stories, and passions that enliven our activities together and in the wider world. We are grateful for your ongoing investment of time and talent to our congregation's present and future. Thank You, sincerely, for these…

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Qi Gong – new session starting April 14th

IBPOCApril 8, 2024
The next series of beginner Qi Gong classes starts on April 14, 2024. Qi Gong/Chi Kung is an ancient Chinese exercise that through conscious effort, works with our vital energy. Through a combination of relaxation, breathing technique, and coordinated movements that we improve and maintain physical and mental wellness. Students will experience the benefits of…

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