Lori Smithers Ruiz

Once a month, we’re gathering at Fiends for Life Headquarters (1459 Barclay St.) for a night of friendly competition, laughter, and plenty of good times! Whether you're a board game expert or just in… more

Join us at Friends for Life Headquarters (1459 Barclay St.) for a relaxed afternoon of board games, laughter, and friends. Whether you're a seasoned player or just in it for the fun, everyone is… more

Learn how to make moisturizer, lip balm, & roll-on aromatherapy!

Christmas Day Get-Together at Vancouver Friends for Life. Let’s celebrate Christmas Day together at Friends for Life! Join us for a cozy afternoon filled with good company, light snacks, and… more

Curious about resin art? Learn the essentials of mixing, pouring, and curing resin to create your own unique masterpiece. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class is designed to… more

Join this workshop series to connect with your body in new and empowering ways. Using the tools of the arts—movement, drawing and words —you’ll uncover resources to support your personal wellness and… more

Drop-In – Stop by the house anytime and make yourself at home! Whether you’re looking to relax with a cup of coffee or tea, catch up on emails using our free Wi-Fi, flip through a good book, or… more

An Introduction to Expressive Arts: Exploring Storytelling Alone and Together A creative workshop that invites you to discover and share stories through: Creative Writing Mixed-Media Art… more

Friends For Life is booked today during these hours for an outside event.

We are very proud of our lunch program and our wonderful lunch crews – the meals they craft are fit for top restaurants and we are grateful for their time, skill, and care in preparing our weekly… more

We are very proud of our lunch program and our wonderful lunch crews – the meals they craft are fit for top restaurants and we are grateful for their time, skill, and care in preparing our weekly… more

Oct 22 - Superman (2025) Join us for a monthly Movie Night at VFFL! This fun and relaxed event will be held once a month, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It's a great opportunity to unwind with friends,… more

Colleen is currently an expressive art therapy practicum student and a registered clinical counsellor. She will be offering this one-on-one session using an expressive art approach - combining… more

Reiki is a meditative practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety, and encourages a positive mental state through gentle touch.

Learn how to make a small soy wax candle and tea lights!

The UBC Humanities Community Program is offering free, non-credit university courses to Vancouver Friends For Life clients. This year, UBC is offering two courses: Hum 101 and Hum 201 (the latter is… more

We’re excited to offer a special opportunity to meet Paula Parker, our Executive Director, for a casual 30-minute walk! This is your chance to: - Ask questions - Share ideas - Offer… more