German-Canadian Care Home
Outreach and kultur.WIR programs

Outreach and kultur.WIR programs

Outreach

The Society offers cultural events for German-speaking seniors and residents, which are conducted in the German language. The community gathers twice a month, on Saturday afternoons at the German-Canadian Care Home. Events feature coffee and cake followed by a film, a speaker or a seasonal sing-along. Since their inception these events have been very well attended.

Ongoing donations to help the Society support and finance these events are much appreciated.  If you have any questions regarding this program or are interested in volunteering, please contact the Program Coordinator, Waltraud Custer at 604-713-6562 or outreachprogram@gcch.ca. In addition, the Outreach program includes a book exchange and a poetry club.

Weekly German Sing-along program for residents

A weekly German sing-along  is organized for Care Home residents, and members of the German community often also enjoy taking part.

Poetry Club

Once a month the poetry club meets in the Stuhlmueller Library of the Care Home to read, recite and enjoy German poetry.

If you are interested in participating please contact 604.713.6562, or e-mail society@gcch.ca.

May 26, 2024: My Neighbor Totoro

May 18, 2024: Mai-singen (May Singing)

kultur.WIR

My Neighbor Totoro

Welcome to an enchanting family adventure! Embark on a magical journey with clips of the animated movie “My Neighbor Totoro”. Directed by the legendary and 4-time Oscar winner Hayao Miyazaki, two children discover mysterious creatures in the forest. Totoro, the friendly forest guardian, will capture your heart and ignite your imagination! But did you know we have mystical forests right here in British Columbia? Tall trees, whispering streams, you can find magic in your own backyard. We will uncover some of the secrets of these ancient woods together. And finally, you can create your own forest spirit.

Join us on May 26th at 2pm in the ATRIUM on 2010 Harrison Drive. Let’s celebrate the magic of nature, friendship, and wonder!

from 5 years, 100 min

The German-Canadian Benevolent Society of British Columbia is registered as a charitable Organization within the meaning of the Income tax Act under Number 10742.8492.RR0001.