Community Finders#
r/Vancouver4Friends#
- What: Reddit community for Vancouver friend-making
- Find it: reddit.com/r/Vancouver4Friends
Mix & Mingle Vancouver#
- What: Blog/guide to Vancouver social clubs
- Find it: mixandmingle.ca
Meetup Vancouver#
- What: Aggregator for all kinds of social groups
- Find it: meetup.com/cities/ca/bc/vancouver
Flock Social#
- What: Vancouver-based IRL communities and social events app
- Vibe: Discover local clubs — supper clubs, mahjong nights, DJ sets
- Find it: flocksocial.app
Heylo#
- What: Community groups app (Meetup alternative)
- Vibe: Run clubs, parent groups, social clubs
- Find it: heylo.com
Event Calendars#
Lu.ma Vancouver#
- What: Tech, startup, and creative community events aggregator
- Vibe: Where Vancouver's builder community lives — subscribe for notifications
- Find it: lu.ma/vancouver
Vancouver Tech Events (Lu.ma)#
- What: Curated IRL tech events with weekly email digest
- Find it: lu.ma/vancouvertech
Georgia Straight Events#
- What: Local arts, culture, events coverage
- Find it: straight.com
do604#
- What: Vancouver events calendar
- Find it: do604.com
Eventbrite Vancouver#
- What: Event ticketing platform
- Find it: eventbrite.ca/d/canada--vancouver
Local News & Guides#
Daily Hive Vancouver#
- What: Local news with community guides and event coverage
- Find it: dailyhive.com/vancouver
Vancouver Is Awesome#
- What: Local news, community spotlights, event guides
- Find it: vancouverisawesome.com
Scout Magazine#
- What: Vancouver food, culture, and community coverage
- Find it: scoutmagazine.ca
Miss604#
- What: Vancouver events, contests, community news
- Find it: miss604.com
Specialty Directories#
19hz.info#
- What: Electronic music event listing for BC
- Find it: 19hz.info/eventlisting_BC.php
runclubs.ca#
- What: 60+ Vancouver run clubs in one directory
- Find it: runclubs.ca/vancouver
bikehub.ca#
- What: Cycling clubs and resources in BC
- Find it: bikehub.ca
HoopMaps#
- What: App for finding pickup basketball games
- Find it: App Store
ClimbFind#
- What: Find climbing partners and groups
- Find it: climbfind.com
Urban Rec Vancouver#
- What: Sport & social club leagues (dodgeball, volleyball, etc.)
- Find it: vancouver.urbanrec.ca
Facebook Groups#
Vancouver Events#
- What: Markets, shows, classes, workshops, festivals
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/VANCOUVER-Events
Vancouver Foodies Group#
- What: Honest reviews, drool-worthy photos, hidden gems
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/VancouverFoodies
Metro Vancouver Buy & Sell#
- What: Cleanest buy/sell group for furniture, bikes, electronics
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/MetroVancouverBuySell
Vancouver Housing Rentals#
- What: Rental listings, roommates, housing
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/VancouverHousingRentals
JOBS Vancouver BC#
- What: Part-time gigs, career moves, job postings
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/JOBSVancouverBC
Newcomers in Vancouver#
- What: For people new to Vancouver
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/newcomersinvancouver
Irish and New in Vancouver#
- What: Newcomers finding housing, jobs, and friendships
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/IrishAndNewInVancouver
Take a Hike! Vancouver#
- What: Active hiking group with weekly hikes, all skill levels
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/97461647231
Slow Hikers Vancouver#
- What: For hikers who take their time on trails
- Vibe: Supportive, no-rush, "we'll wait for you"
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/2615875668725777
BC Kids Hiking Club#
- What: Family-friendly hiking for parents with kids
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/689466651389187
Sunday Hike#
- What: Find hiking buddies for weekend adventures
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/SundayHike
Vancouver Dog Owners#
- What: Off-leash friends, vet recommendations, lost dog alerts
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/VancouverDogOwners
VancouverMom.ca#
- What: Community of Vancouver parents
- Vibe: Daycare tips, kid-friendly spots, parenting advice
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/VancouverMom
Gay Vancouver LIFE (Alphabet Family)#
- What: 2SLGBTQIA+ community space
- Vibe: Connect, vent, celebrate, share resources
- Find it: facebook.com/groups/GayVancouverLIFE
Instagram Communities#
@weshouldbefriendsvancouver#
- What: Chill meetups — picnics, plant swaps, game nights
- Size: 33,000+ followers
- Find it: instagram.com/weshouldbefriendsvancouver
@letsadventurevan#
- What: Weekly outdoor stranger meetups — hikes, cold plunges, sports
- Vibe: Welcoming, low-key, builds real friendships
- Find it: instagram.com/letsadventurevan
@van.thrive.club#
- What: Young entrepreneurs networking and events
- Find it: instagram.com/van.thrive.club
@vancitybusinessbabes#
- What: Female entrepreneurs network
- Vibe: Events, podcasts, education, connections
- Find it: instagram.com/vancitybusinessbabes
@slicevancouver#
- What: Artist community supporting 350+ local creatives
- Vibe: Gift shop, gallery, coworking, workshops
- Find it: instagram.com/slicevancouver
@boredinvancouver#
- What: Fun, unique things to do in Vancouver
- Vibe: "Keeping the vibe real"
- Find it: instagram.com/boredinvancouver
@604now#
- What: Lifestyle, entertainment, what's happening
- Find it: instagram.com/604now
@dishedvancouver#
- What: Food and drink news and reviews
- Size: 476,000+ followers
- Find it: instagram.com/dishedvancouver