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254 groups · 40 categories · updated October 2026

Resources Groups in Vancouver

Newsletters, Instagram accounts, aggregators, and other directories for finding things to do and people to meet in Vancouver.

46 resources groups

These are meta-resources — directories and aggregators to help you find communities and events across all categories.


Community Finders

Reddit community for Vancouver friend-making

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Aggregator for all kinds of social groups

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Vancouver-based IRL communities and social events app. Discover local clubs — supper clubs, mahjong nights, DJ sets

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Community groups app (Meetup alternative). Run clubs, parent groups, social clubs

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Event Calendars

Tech, startup, and creative community events aggregator. Where Vancouver's builder community lives — subscribe for notifications

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Curated IRL tech events with weekly email digest

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Local arts, culture, events coverage

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Vancouver events calendar

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Local News & Guides

Local news with community guides and event coverage

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Local news, community spotlights, event guides

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Vancouver food, culture, and community coverage

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Vancouver events, contests, community news

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Specialty Directories

Electronic music event listing for BC

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60+ Vancouver run clubs in one directory

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Cycling clubs and resources in BC

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Find climbing partners and groups

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Sport & social club leagues (dodgeball, volleyball, etc.)

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Facebook Groups

Markets, shows, classes, workshops, festivals

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Honest reviews, drool-worthy photos, hidden gems

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Cleanest buy/sell group for furniture, bikes, electronics

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Rental listings, roommates, housing

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Part-time gigs, career moves, job postings

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Newcomers finding housing, jobs, and friendships

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Active hiking group with weekly hikes, all skill levels

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For hikers who take their time on trails. Supportive, no-rush, "we'll wait for you"

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Family-friendly hiking for parents with kids

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Find hiking buddies for weekend adventures

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Off-leash friends, vet recommendations, lost dog alerts

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Community of Vancouver parents. Daycare tips, kid-friendly spots, parenting advice

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2SLGBTQIA+ community space. Connect, vent, celebrate, share resources

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Instagram Communities

Chill meetups — picnics, plant swaps, game nights

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Weekly outdoor stranger meetups — hikes, cold plunges, sports. Welcoming, low-key, builds real friendships

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Young entrepreneurs networking and events

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Female entrepreneurs network. Events, podcasts, education, connections

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Artist community supporting 350+ local creatives. Gift shop, gallery, coworking, workshops

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Fun, unique things to do in Vancouver. "Keeping the vibe real"

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Lifestyle, entertainment, what's happening

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Food and drink news and reviews

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