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Renovations
The beloved house at West Side Family Place underwent some serious renovations in the 2000s which couldn't have happened without the support of our wonderful community. A big shout out to David Richardson for his ongoing support with big items as well as annual...
Intro to the 2000’s
Welcome to the Noughties! Let's take a trip down memory lane and explore life at West Side Family Place during the...
A Lifeline of Support
In 1993, the Vancouver Sun published an honest portrayal of family life at the time, and kindly highlighted the need for Family Places for young families across Vancouver. The full-page feature was written by the late Alicia Priest, an esteemed journalist, and Family...
Refugees
During the 1990s, Family Places across Vancouver saw an increase in the number of refugee families in the community. Jean...
Caregiving in the 1990’s
In the 1990s, the staff at West Side Family Place noticed an increase in the number of caregivers coming to the house. As...
Vancouver Rain
We had to mention the rain! It's an inevitable part of the parenting journey in this city. West Side Family Place provides...
Father’s Day Tribute
With Father's Day approaching, we're pleased to share interviews with a handful of dads who have been part of our journey at...
The House Purchase
West Side Family Place made big moves in 1990 when it successfully bought a cozy house for its new location. The WSFP team was concerned about rising rental rates and had the idea of buying a family home to become a more permanent fixture in the community. The team...
Introduction to the 90’s
Our 50th-anniversary story now enters the 1990s - a decade that is very much on trend at the moment! It was a time of great...
Formation of Family Resource Programs of BC
After West Side Family Place was created in 1973, many Family Place programs emerged across the Lower Mainland during the 1970s and 1980s. Many of them banded together to develop a provincial voice to better help young families and the wider community. We're proud to...