JFSA's Alexandra Gerson is the Tour Vancouver in Russian tour guide. The bus tour will visit various Vancouver landmarks, such as Queen Elizabeth Park, Canada Place, Stanley Park, China Town, Gas Town, Prospect Point, City Hall and many more. All tours are in Russian.
Tour Details:
Sunday July 18
10:30 am - 3 pm
Pick up at the Jewish Community Centre (950 W. 41 Ave) at 10:15 am
$35 per person, must be paid with registration. Limited capacity.
Registration available until July 12 at JFSA
Please Contact Irina at 604.257.5151
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Friday, June 25, 2010
New Job Posting!
Check out the "Jobs" section of our blog. New listing posted for a Part Time Employment Counsellor!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Re-Zoning for Social Housing Projects: Part 2
Last night Laura Stannard spoke on behalf of JFSA at City Hall public hearing. She spoke regarding the re-zoning of 146 units for singles and female-led households, located at 606 Powell Street. Laura was successful as the council voted unanimously to approve all 146 units!
City staff had originally recommended lowering the height and density of the Powell Street building in discussion, which would have meant the loss of 11 new affordable homes. These homes had actually been previously approved for funding by BC Housing.
The reason for this recommendation, City staff indicated, addressed concerns raised by the Urban Design Panel, and advisory committee that gives impartial and profession advice on any proposal or policy affecting the city's physical environment.
After reading through the Urban Design Panel's minutes, Laura discovered that there were actually no concerns raised regarding the height or density of the building. Laura suggested that by reducing the aforementioned building by 10ft, the only accomplishment would be to satisfy those who are against social housing in their neighbourhood.
Laura continues to speak on behalf of JFSA on Thursday at City Hall for the re-zoning of 103 units at Broadway & Fraser which will be run by Vancouver Native Health and Broadway Youth Resources.
City staff had originally recommended lowering the height and density of the Powell Street building in discussion, which would have meant the loss of 11 new affordable homes. These homes had actually been previously approved for funding by BC Housing.
The reason for this recommendation, City staff indicated, addressed concerns raised by the Urban Design Panel, and advisory committee that gives impartial and profession advice on any proposal or policy affecting the city's physical environment.
After reading through the Urban Design Panel's minutes, Laura discovered that there were actually no concerns raised regarding the height or density of the building. Laura suggested that by reducing the aforementioned building by 10ft, the only accomplishment would be to satisfy those who are against social housing in their neighbourhood.
Laura continues to speak on behalf of JFSA on Thursday at City Hall for the re-zoning of 103 units at Broadway & Fraser which will be run by Vancouver Native Health and Broadway Youth Resources.
Bubbe's Taking It Viral!
Bubbe's taking it viral this year. Stay tuned for the infamous Bubbe and her new Virtual Dinner Party. Everyone is invited! You could even win a fabulous new iPad. More details June 30th.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Re-zoning for Social Housing Projects
Laura Stannard will be speaking on behalf of JFSA at a public hearing tonight at City Hall. She is speaking about the re-zoning of two social housing projects. One project is for 146 units for singles and female-led households, located at 606 Powell Street. The other project is for 103 units at Broadway & Fraser which will be run by Vancouver Native Health and Broadway Youth Resources
As part of the systemic housing advocacy that JFSA does, we frequently speak at City Hall to support social housing projects that come to council for approval.
As part of the systemic housing advocacy that JFSA does, we frequently speak at City Hall to support social housing projects that come to council for approval.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Review: Personnel Department Presentation at JFSA
Tuesday, June 15th was The Personnel Department presentation at JFSA. Here is a brief overlook of the main topics discussed: Entering the workforce – Current job market info, Individual and Self Assessment, Network Development, Resume and Cover Letter samples, Information about Job Interviews and Job Offers.
Keep checking in to find our when our next informational employment presentation! Or visit JFSA's Events Page.
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