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Community Conversation: Federal Elections
Welsh HallDon’t miss Dr. Gerald Baier, Associate Professor of Political Science at UBC, as he answers your questions about the upcoming federal election. From why elections are called to how a winner is determined and what the federal government actually does, this is your chance to get the answers you need before we potentially head to […]
Local Voices: It’s Not Bad, But It Could Have Been So Much Better: Reflections on Apartheid, Truth and Reconciliation and the Path from 1980s South Africa to 2020s West Vancouver with Eldon Phukuile
Welsh HallBorn on the outskirts of 1980s Johannesburg, Eldon Phukuile grew up in a “coloured” family that was relatively privileged by the standards of Apartheid South Africa, with enough to eat and a comfortable home. In the 1990s, as democracy emerged under Nelson Mandela’s vision of a “rainbow nation,” there was hope for peace, prosperity, and […]
English Corner
Welsh HallEnglish Corner is an enjoyable way for intermediate-level speakers to practise English conversation skills. Registration is not required for this event. Participants are asked to arrive on time. Note: There will not be a session on March 21, April 11 and April 18. Facilitated by the Baha’i Community of West Vancouver in partnership with the […]
Bonjour! French Conversation
Welsh HallBonjour is a drop-in French conversation group created to help French speakers in West Vancouver practise their everyday French conversation skills with fellow language enthusiasts. You will work in pairs and small groups (divided by levels) to discuss a weekly topic. Additionally, French books and articles will be provided to help with your comprehension and […]
Movie Matinée: Thelma
Welsh HallWhen 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her. This movie is rated PG. Watch the trailer here. Doors open: 1:30 p.m. The movie starts at 2 p.m. Movie run time: 1h […]
TEDx2025: Humanity Reimagined
Welsh HallExperience TEDx 2025 in the Library's Welsh Hall from April 8 to 11, streamed LIVE from the Vancouver Convention Centre. This year's lineup represents everything from our dazzling digital futures and the cutting edge of AI to freedom, progress, and the boundless expression of human creativity. Conference Theme AI is gaining power at an astonishing […]