Registered non-profit · Community-run in BC

A warmer welcome. A stronger start. A place to belong.

Bridgeheight Services Society helps seniors stay connected, newcomers feel at home in Canada, and youth grow into confident, caring leaders. Different journeys — one welcoming community.

For Seniors — friendship & well-being For Newcomers — welcome & settlement support For Youth — mentorship & leadership

Call (604) 653-8122 Find your fit ↓

New to Canada? Feeling isolated? Looking for a mentor — or ready to become one? Start with one friendly phone call.

A young volunteer laughing with a senior woman at a community gathering

SeniorsCompanionship, wellness & community

NewcomersGuidance, language & belonging

YouthMentors, skills & purpose

Who We Help

Three communities, one front door

People come to Bridgeheight at very different moments in life. What they find is the same: people who know their name, practical help without judgement, and a reason to come back next week.

Seniors

Stay connected, stay well

For older adults who want more company, more movement, and more laughter in their week — not just more appointments.

Friendly visits & regular check-in calls
Social circles, games, music & storytelling
Gentle wellness walks & group outings
Help connecting to local seniors’ services

Call to join as a senior →

A newcomer family smiling together outdoors — parents, children and grandparents

Newcomers & Families

New country, real support

Starting over is brave — and a lot to figure out at once. We walk alongside newcomer individuals and families as they settle, learn, and belong.

Warm welcome & community orientation
English conversation & language practice
Guidance to settlement, school & community services
Cultural sharing, family days & new friendships

Call for newcomer support →

A diverse circle of young people smiling down at the camera together

Youth & Young Adults

Grow, lead, give back

For young people looking for direction, experience, and adults who believe in them — plus a meaningful way to serve their community.

Mentorship & homework support
Life skills, confidence & leadership workshops
Volunteer experience & service hours
Creative, cultural & recreation activities

Call about youth programs →

Find Your Fit

Not sure where you belong? Start here.

Tap who you are — we’ll show you the best place to begin.

Start with friendship

Come for a social visit first — no commitment, no pressure. Meet people, share a coffee, and see how Bridgeheight feels.

Friendly visitor or check-in call to get started
Wellness walks & social afternoons
Bring a friend, spouse, or family member if you like

Call (604) 653-8122

Seniors smiling on a walk through a green park

Friends talking and laughing over coffee at a café table

The name Bridgeheight says it plainly: we build bridges between people — and help each person rise a little higher than they could on their own.

Our Story & Values

Why “Bridgeheight”?

A senior living alone, a family in a new country, a teenager searching for direction — they can live on the same street and never meet. Bridgeheight was founded as a non-profit to change that.

We are not a seniors-only club, a settlement agency, or a youth centre. We are deliberately all three — because a community is strongest when generations and cultures learn from each other.

Welcome without conditionsEvery background, language, faith, and age is respected here.

Practical help, human firstForms and services matter — but being known by name matters more.

Everyone has something to giveSeniors mentor. Newcomers share culture. Youth bring energy. Nobody is only a “client.”

Small, regular, reliableBelonging grows from showing up — week after week, not just once.

Programs & Activities

Six ways we bring people together

Schedules and locations can change with the season — call (604) 653-8122 to confirm what’s running this month and save your spot.

Welcome & Settlement Circle

A friendly first stop for newcomers: orientation, questions answered in plain language, and warm referrals to settlement, school, health, and community services.

For newcomers & families

Seniors Friendship & Wellness

Friendly visits, check-in calls, social afternoons, and gentle group walks — steady companionship that supports independence and lifts the week.

For seniors

Youth Mentorship & Leadership

Homework support, goal-setting, life-skills workshops, and hands-on leadership — youth learn by doing, including helping run Bridgeheight programs.

For youth

Conversation Café

Relaxed coffee-table English practice and storytelling. Newcomers build confidence, seniors share local know-how, and everybody leaves with new words — and new friends.

For newcomers · seniors · youth

Community Kitchen & Cultural Sharing

Cook together, taste the world, and swap the stories behind family recipes. A delicious way for cultures and generations to teach each other.

For everyone

Family & Intergenerational Days

Seasonal celebrations, games, music, and community projects where grandparents, parents, kids, and teens actually spend time together — on purpose.

For families & all ages

A Day With Bridgeheight

What a community day can look like

No two days are identical — but most have this rhythm: welcome in the morning, learning at midday, connection in the afternoon, and celebration when the community gathers.

Morning

Check-ins & coffee

Friendly calls to seniors, a warm welcome for newcomers dropping in with questions, and coffee on for whoever arrives first.

Midday

Learn & practice

Conversation Café, settlement guidance, and workshops — practical skills taught patiently, at a human pace.

Afternoon

Move & mentor

Wellness walks, homework support, and youth mentorship — fresh air for seniors, focus time for students.

Evening / Weekend

Gather & celebrate

Community Kitchen, cultural sharing, and Family Days — the moments people talk about all week.

Volunteer laughing with a senior at a gathering — Friendship across generations

Newcomer family smiling together outdoors — Families finding home

Young people smiling together in a circle — Youth rising together

Volunteers sharing a meal with community members — Food that brings us close

Get Involved

There’s a place for you in this work

Bridgeheight runs on neighbours helping neighbours. Give time, partner with us, or support the work financially — every form of help lands directly in the community.

Volunteer

Our most-needed roles right now:

Welcome Buddy — greet newcomers & help them settle in
Friendly Visitor — visits & check-in calls for seniors
Youth Mentor — homework, confidence & career chats
Language Partner — relaxed English conversation
Kitchen & Events Helper — food, setup & celebrations

Call to volunteer

Partner with us

Schools, faith groups, settlement agencies, health teams, and local businesses — let’s do more together than any of us can alone.

Host a program or share your space
Refer seniors, newcomers, or youth to us
Co-host a cultural or family event
Offer workshops, skills, or guest speakers

Start a partnership call

Donate & support

As a non-profit society, donations and in-kind support go directly to programs — food, materials, venues, and activities that keep participation welcoming and affordable.

One-time or monthly giving
Sponsor a Community Kitchen or Family Day
Donate supplies, food, or equipment
Ask us what’s most needed this season

Call to give

Questions

Good to know

Is Bridgeheight a non-profit?

Yes. Bridgeheight Services Society is a non-profit society in British Columbia, run for the community. Support and donations go to our programs for seniors, newcomers, and youth — not to profit.

I’m new to Canada. Where do I start?

Call (604) 653-8122 and ask for the Welcome & Settlement Circle. We’ll listen first, then help with orientation, English conversation practice, and connections to settlement and community services.

I don’t speak much English yet. Can I still come?

Yes — please come. Conversation Café is designed for every level, and feeling welcome should never depend on perfect English. Call us and we’ll do our best to help you feel understood.

What do seniors’ programs involve?

Friendly visits and check-in calls, social afternoons, gentle wellness walks, and intergenerational activities with youth and families. Come for one activity first and see how it feels.

What ages are youth programs for?

Youth and young adults — including students who want mentorship, homework support, leadership experience, or volunteer service hours. Call us and we’ll match you to the right activity for your age and goals.

Does it cost anything to take part?

We work hard to keep community programs welcoming and affordable, supported by volunteers and donations. Call (604) 653-8122 for details on the program you’re interested in.

Can I bring my parent, child, or friend?

Absolutely — families are part of what makes Bridgeheight special. Just let us know when you call so we can plan space, food, and activities for everyone.

How do I volunteer, partner, or donate?

One call does it: (604) 653-8122. Tell us how you’d like to help and we’ll walk you through the simplest next step.

Come as you are — we’ll meet you there

Senior, newcomer, youth, parent, volunteer, or partner — if you’re wondering whether Bridgeheight is for you, it probably is. Call us, tell us your story, and we’ll help you find your place.

(604) 653-8122

OrganisationBridgeheight Services Society

TypeNon-profit society

Who we serveSeniors · Newcomers · Youth

LocationBritish Columbia, Canada