Information session 1 – Vancouver Sparking Change Senior Champions Program

Come meet us in person at one of our three drop-in sessions to learn more about the Sparking Change Senior Champions program!

It’s free and open to everyone. 

Can’t make it at this time and location? We are hosting two other drop-in sessions:

• – Thursday, June 8 – 10 am – 12 pm at Collingwood Park
• – Tuesday, June 13 – 3 pm – 5 pm at David Lam Park 

The Sparking Change Senior Champions program offers Metro Vancouver seniors training and support to host social activities in parks and green spaces.

We’re supporting seniors (60+) who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), to create their own series of four or more fun activities in local parks and green spaces. 

Senior Leaders will receive:

• – $600 honorarium  
• – One half-day training workshop
• – Access to resources
• – Ongoing support from Park People staff
• – Mentorship from a previous senior leader
• – Seed funding towards materials, guest speakers, or refreshments for your park events

Want to reach out? No problem! Send us your questions or set up a call with us by emailing  van@parkpeople.ca.

Application deadline is June 16, 2023.