In Anmore, Belcarra, Port Moody, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam we're here - supporting  Human Rights for All People: "Amnesty International members are unshakable partisans of the right of every person to live in security, dignity and freedom. "Wherever a person is tortured or "disappeared," wherever a person is unfairly tried or subject to execution, wherever a person is imprisoned for their beliefs or forced to flee from persecution - that's where Amnesty members will be. "You'll find Amnesty …

I want to start a Not-For-Profit ballroom dance club. It would focus on group beginner-intermediate International Style Ballroom dance classes as well as practice room times and social events. The model would be similar to the Victoria and London, Ontario ballroom dance clubs. The club would be based in North Surrey. The goal is to launch a small venture in the fall. Anyone interested in International Style ballroom dancing is welcome. At this time, the focus is to find a core group willing to h …

This is a group for anyone interested in affordable volunteering abroad, interning abroad, culture adventure, and language immersion opportunities. This group is started in order to help people access resources, understand the enriching experience of traveling with a purpose, get connected, and share. Many interesting topics will be discussed. It is great not just for learning and accessing resources, but also for socializing with people who have similar interests. Looking forward to meeting wit …

Looking to develop speaking and leadership skills? Ace a job interview? Ignite your career? N. Surry Crossroads Christian Public Speaking & Leadership Meetup a part of Toastmasters International a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending meetings regularly. Membership in Toastmasters is one of the greatest investments you can make in yourself. At a very minimal cost every six months, it is also one of the most …

Telespeakers Toastmasters Club is a registered club with Toastmasters International. We meet Friday mornings from 7:30-9am at "The Boot" (the Telus building) at Kingsway and Boundary in Burnaby. Our club is open to all people - you don't need to be an employee of Telus to join us!

Win that job interview? Ignite your career? Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our membership is 280,000 strong. These members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 13,500 clubs in 116 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations. Membership in Toastmasters is one of the greatest investments you can make in yourself. At $36 every six months, it is also one of the most cost-effective skill-buil …

Dear members, This club is part of the Toastmasters International Organization. In addition to public speaking, communication and leadership skills that Toastmasters clubs already offer, we are about improving and practicing Mandarin. I have been a dedicated Toastmaster myself for a year. Having organized the Vancouver Mandarin Chinese Club for a couple of years at the same time, I have discovered and developed a series of methods to help Mandarin learners to improve their Mandarin skills. In th …

We are a Baguazhang training group. We do the Doaist Bagua as taught by Master Jerry Alan Johnson. We are currently practicing the body conditioning exercises, circle waking and the pre-natal form. What this group is: a few people who are working on this specific system of Bagua. We do not practice anything else besides this particular system/style. We also talk about and work with qi and the energies within Bagua in particular.  However we do not (yet) practice sparring, nor do application dril …

Many restaurants have a lunchtime menu or lunchtime specials that are - cheaper than their equivalents on the dinnertime menu - prepared faster (catering to workers on lunch break) This group is for anyone interested in visiting a variety of restaurants around town for their lunchtime menus. Stretch your dollar further; visit more places and try more dishes compared to dinnertime dining out. (While it's true that lunchtime menus are often more limited than dinnertime ones, they're great for t …

The Singles Travel Link is for those 30+ wanting to meet and go! Our goal is to provide opportunity to meet people and make friends while sharing the fun and expense of travel. We look forward to connecting at our local meetups.

The purpose of starting this group is to maintain a group that meditates weekly/bi-weekly or monthly together. It's like having a work-out buddy only its meditation buddies :) I invite you to join in a guided meditation night to relax, unwind & rejuvenate your mind, body & soul. Our meditation group will become active again in September as I will be recovered from back surgery then. The guided trance meditation will be led by me. I enjoy facilitating group and individual meditations. I love gene …

I've decided to start this group to have all 20's to 30's  year olds new in Vancouver or local Vancouverites who are looking to expand their social circle to be able to socialize and meet new friends through various fun events! If you are looking to meet others and are into having fun times through events this group is for you.

BNI (Business Network International) is a business and professional networking organisation that offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly to gain new business by the passing and receiving of referrals. With chapters throughout Canada and over 5,800 chapters worldwide, BNI is the largest professional business networking organisation. By becoming a member of BNI you will be able to; - Expand your business network - Develop your confidence - Meet new suppliers - …

Young, free, and single? This is your perfect chance to… Shine Your Inner Beauty! Shine Your Inner Light for Canada! Break the rotten portrayal of women found in today's media and society! This nation can be transformed when individuals undergo a positive transformation within themselves~! *The most beautiful person is someone who glows from the inside out.* ProModel is a non-profit, non-commercial, international organization based on Christian values, and our aim is to help young women develo …

LIME stands for Ladies International Motorcycling Enthusiasts. This group is here to help inspire and encourage women in the motorcycle industry, connect them and create events that are specifically catered to women!

Calling all those suffering from wanderlust - travel writers and armchair travellers alike. Whether you're traipsing around the world or just enjoy hearing the experiences of others, you'll find something here if you love reading or writing about travel.

This group is intended to bring people from across Greater Vancouver to travel together with like-minded individuals! From day trips, city tours, long weekend getaways or traveling abroad! Trips will originate from all around Canada, connecting Canadians everywhere ! All trips will be organized through a licensed travel agency with accreditation from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as well as the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) so all are rest assured that your payme …

Ayurveda, the most ancient herbal system of medicine from India has amazing detox and cleanse programme called Panchakarma. Yoga is like a sister of Ayurveda so they cant be separated either. Any body, who loves nature or like to know more about natural, herbal and ayurvedic lifestyle, they must join this group. In this group we welcome ayurvedic doctors, naturopaths, people realted to health and spa industry, chiropractors and physiotherapists. We welcome your questions and promise to deliver …

Have a fun evening speaking German and meeting new people. Everyone is welcome, Germans and people who want to practice their German.  Please click on the "Pages" tab above and read about our group and what we are about before you join or come to a meetup. Schau doch mal vorbei!

This is a Vancouver Urban Sketchers group going based on urbansketchers.org which is an international nonprofit organization to bring urban sketchers from all over the world together in real life and online. Please note: All levels of experience (yes, that includes none!) are welcome. No judgment, no criticism. We only give positive feedback, tips and encouragement. Every drawing is unique. This is not a class, but we can learn from one another. The concept for this group is simple: We get tog …

This group is for whoever wants to practice their English or just listen to English. We are native English speakers who love to share our language with others. We will be telling Bible stories, reading, and having discussion. It is informal but we will have some things prepared. It will be a fun time to meet people and improve your English! We hope you can join us!

Speak up and speak out with Douglas Toastmasters! Come learn how to speak with confidence! Come learn how to listen attentively and to think critically! Come learn how to motivate others! Come learn how to be a dynamic leader! Come learn these skills and much much more in a fun and relaxed environment! At Douglas Toastmasters, members get a chance to develop their communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills by filling out various meeting roles, delivering prepared speeches, practicing im …

Latin American Motorcycle Association We are of every creed and color who enjoy riding motorcycles. We offer fellowship, foster diversity and a common place where motorcycle enthusiasts can share their knowledge and experiences. This Meetup is for experienced ryders only. Video on Us: http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Content/Pages/harlistas/harlista.html#video1 Our Website: http://www.lamavancouver.ca/ Our International Site: http://www.latinbikers.com/web Our Facebook Page: http://www.face …

Travelers who want to have fun and see the world. We don't care if your single, divorced, married young or old. We just want to have people who want to travel and have fun

Would you like to practice speaking English? Speaking – Grammar - Listening - Conversation **This is not a language exchange - it is English only** You are very welcome to join our meetups. It is a great chance to practice your English. Our meetups are free and we have native Canadian English speakers always helping out. Many people find it difficult to speak English after school or after work. Our meetups help you to practice your English. This meetup is really good for: People who just ar …

This Meetup is for solo travellers, 40+, who want to share the fun, experience, and expense (no single supplement) of exploring the world in small groups. We will get together regularly to meet travel buddies and to plan trips. It's all about providing great travel opportunities for Vancouver area single travellers!

Reeling Silk is a new addition to the T'ai Chi landscape in Vancouver. Offering instructional classes at several locations around town, you can choose one close to you. If you've heard about or seen T'ai Chi and thought you'd like to give it a try, then drop by for a FREE first class. Classes are currently being given at the Creekside Community and Recreation Centre in the Athletes Village on False Creek, and at the Scotiabank Dance Centre on Davie St near Granville St in downtown Vancouver. I l …

Bienvenue à Rendez-Vous de Vancouver ! Ici nous sommes un groupe où les gens peuvent se rencontrer en français et se distraire à différents évènements avec d'autres personnes. C'est un groupe aussi pour les gens qui voudraient pratiquer et améliorer leur français avec d'autres. Vous êtes un professionel, étudiant, voyageur ou en retraite ? Nous sommes un groupe d'individus d'appartenance variée. Merci et nous espérons vous voir à nos rencontres sociales ! Welcome to Vancouver's Rendez-Vous Fren …