The Ever Thriving Centre for Community

03/04/2026

Feeling overwhelmed trying to keep everything in your life organized? You’re not alone.

Join us for Adulting 101: Organization & Productivity, a practical workshop focused on building simple systems that help you stay on top of daily life. We’ll explore organization techniques, productivity strategies, and ways to better manage and coordinate responsibilities so things feel less stressful and more manageable.

This is a supportive, hands-on session designed to help you build skills you can actually use in everyday life.

📅 March 15
⏰ 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Burnaby Public Library – Community Room
4595 Albert Street

To join, click the link in our bio and sign up through the “Join Our Community” form on our website.

Spots are limited — we’d love to see you there.

02/28/2026

On Sunday, March 1st from 2–4 p.m., you can drop off donations at:

5584 Kincaid Street
The United Spiritualist Church — thank you so much for generously letting us use your space.

We’ll have a tent set up in the parking lot, so simply drive up and drop off your items.

All donations will be given directly to individuals spending their days on the street and those in need in the Downtown Eastside.

✨ Our official giveaway will take place on Women’s Day — March 8th.
Women are especially in need of:
• New underwear
• New socks
• Bras
• Menstrual products (tampons, pads)
• Hygiene essentials

(Please ensure intimate items are new and unopened.)

Let’s come together and show up our community. Every small act of kindness makes a real impact. 🤍

02/25/2026

It’s time to start gathering your donations 🤍

Our next clothing drop-off event is coming up, and we invite you to go through your closets and set aside clean, gently used clothing to support community members in need.

📍 Drop-Off Location:
First United Spiritualist Church
5584 Kincaid Street, Burnaby

🗓 Date: March 1
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

A huge thank you to the First United Spiritualist Church for generously allowing us to use their space. We will have a tent set up in the parking lot, so you can easily stop by and drop off your donations.

All items will be distributed directly to individuals in the Downtown Eastside community.

Every jacket, sweater, and warm item truly makes a difference. Thank you for helping us support one another 💛

02/12/2026

Our first Sober Social last weekend 🤍
A small, intimate group filled with laughs, karaoke, games, and genuinely good vibes. 🎤
So grateful for everyone who came — this is just the beginning, and we’re excited to watch this community grow ✨

02/02/2026

💪 Free Self-Defense Class for Women 💪

Join us for an empowering, confidence-building self-defense class led by Prof. Anica, focused on helping women feel stronger, safer, and more confident in everyday situations.

📍 Where: Burnaby Public Library – Community Room
📍 Address: 4595 Albert St
🎟 Cost: Free
⚠️ Spots are limited

To save your spot, head to everythrivingcommunity.org (link in bio), click “Join Our Community”, and sign up through the form.

Come as you are — this is a supportive, welcoming space centered on empowerment and self-awareness 🤍

02/01/2026

Today’s vision board workshop was so grounding and inspiring ✨
Watching everyone slow down, reflect, and intentionally place their dreams on paper was really special. There’s something powerful about giving your visions space to be seen — and trusting that what’s meant for you will meet you at the right time. Feeling very grateful for this community 🤍

01/28/2026

GIVEAWAY • FEB 1 🤍
We’ll be at Oppenheimer Park on February 1st at 11am, giving away clothing to anyone who needs it.

If you’d like to make an additional clothing or supply donation, please send us a message. Every contribution helps and is deeply appreciated.

01/25/2026

01/23/2026

Our very first Sober Social is here! 🤍
Come meet new people, enjoy delicious snacks, play fun games, and spend a relaxed, feel-good evening in sober community. No pressure — just connection, laughter, and good vibes.

📍 St. James Community Square (Room 104)
📍 3214 West 10th Ave, Vancouver
🕖 7:00–10:00 PM

👉 To attend, click the “Join Our Community” link in our bio and fill out the form to sign up. We can’t wait to welcome you ✨

01/21/2026

🧶 Intro to Knitting Workshop 🧶
Curious about knitting or want to learn the basics in a relaxed, welcoming space?

Join us for a free intro to knitting workshop designed for beginners and anyone looking to slow down, create, and connect with community.

This is a sober-friendly event 🌿

📅 Feb 8
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Burnaby Public Library – Community Room
📌 4595 Albert St, Burnaby

✨ To sign up, click “Join Our Community” in our bio ✨