VRES

Our recent back-to-school donation drive was such a special day for our team. We loved getting to spend time with families in our community, meet the children, and help them get ready for the new school year. One of our favourite parts of the day was seeing so many familiar faces. Many of the families who came to the event had first learned about VRES through other community programs. It was really nice to see people we had met before and have the chance to connect with them again. It was...

A day of music and connection, with cultures from all over the world represented in one room. A guitar was played in one corner of the room while families moved between booths, activities, and conversations, and laughter could be heard throughout Roundhouse Community Centre. For VRES, being part of the event was a natural extension of the work we do in the community. We believe that everyone should have opportunities to learn, feel welcome, and connect with the people around them. Youth...

Shiloh connecting with visitors during LEGO Art activities. A child’s excitement when a LEGO robot begins moving. Parents taking a moment to enjoy an activity together. A volunteer discovering that STEM learning can inspire people of all ages. These small moments were part of a larger story throughout July: the power of genuine connections in building a stronger community. Over the past month, VRES connected with families, volunteers, community partners, and local residents through...