The Climate Crisis and the Housing Crisis: How Extreme Weather Events Impact Vulnerable Communities
The climate crisis and the housing crisis are intrinsically linked, and this connection is becoming more evident than ever as extreme...
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The latest updates from Potluck and the DTES community.
Sep 1, 2023
Education as a Catalyst: How Knowledge Helps Tackle Homelessness
Homelessness is a pressing issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and it's no exception in urban centers like Vancouver's...
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Aug 31, 2023
International Overdose Awareness Day: Uniting to Prevent Tragedies
Every year on August 31st, a somber yet crucial event takes place around the world - International Overdose Awareness Day. This day...
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Aug 18, 2023
Crisis Management in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside: Navigating Life's Challenges with Resilience
Vancouver's Downtown Eastside is a neighborhood that grapples with a myriad of challenges, including poverty, homelessness, addiction,...
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Jun 21, 2023
National Indigenous Peoples Day: Honoring Culture, Resilience, and Heritage
National Indigenous Peoples Day is a momentous occasion that recognizes and celebrates the rich and diverse cultures, histories, and...
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May 12, 2023
Pathways to Success
Potluck Café Society has launched a new program called "Pathways to Success" which is designed to provide training and employment...
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May 8, 2023
Finding Pride in Her Community; Aimee's Story
Aimee began working with Potluck in the summer of 2022, having been recommended to us from EMBERS EastSide Works. She started...
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Mar 31, 2023
The Importance of Community in Food
Food has always been a way to bring people together. Whether it's sharing a family meal, cooking with friends, or attending a community...
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Mar 24, 2023
The Power of Volunteering: Building Community in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside
Volunteering is a powerful way to give back to the community, especially in neighborhoods like Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. This area...
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Mar 17, 2023
The Challenges and Successes of Implementing Sustainable Business Practices in the Downtown Eastside
The Downtown Eastside (DTES) of Vancouver is known for its vibrant culture and diverse community, but it is also a neighborhood that...
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Mar 10, 2023
Overcoming Barriers to Traditional Employment: The Role of Income Generation
Individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and physical limitations often face significant barriers to accessing...
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Feb 9, 2023
32nd Annual Women’s Memorial March
Each year on February 14th, thousands gather in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside to honour and remember missing and murdered Indigenous...
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Feb 6, 2023
The Importance of Nutrition for School-Aged Children
Proper nutrition is essential for the physical and mental well-being of individuals, and this holds especially true for school-aged...
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