Philosophy & Discussion Groups in Vancouver

9 discussion groups — philosophy circles, Socratic cafes, and deep-conversation meetups for the genuinely curious.

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Vancouver Philosophy Salon

Philosophical dialogue and friendly debate. Wide variety of topics, Plato to Buddha

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Shy Philosophers

Safe space to discuss philosophy. "Feel safe and converse philosophy with new people freely"

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Practical Philosophy Club

Philosophy discussions, no expertise required

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Mind Matters: A Book Club for Big Ideas

Books about big ideas (philosophy, sociology, science). Audiobooks available via VPL, welcoming to all

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Vancouver Discussions Meetup

General intellectual discussions on varied topics. Open-minded, curious participants

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SFU Philosophy Café

Public philosophy discussions. Academic but accessible

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Socrates Café Vancouver

Open philosophical inquiry for everyone. Socratic method, no expertise required

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Vancouver Curiosity Club

Community for curious adults who want to do real things together and talk about them meaningfully. Philosophy and essay nights (Plato, Shelley, Emerson, Bacon — framed around modern problems), meditation and journaling circles, silent reading parties, restaurant outings, gallery visits, film discussions, and social nights. Intelligent but not academic, social but not chaotic

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