Parent
Advisory
Council
Community Opportunities
Periodically, local businesses and non-profits reach out to the QM PAC to share opportunities in the local community. Below is an overview of some of those opportunities. We will also periodically post similar information in the QM Updates blog.
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The Queen Mary PAC does not have any business relationships with these organizations, nor do endorse or vet any of the opportunities presented. We encourage you to carefully evaluate all opportunities for your family before getting involved.
CHILD CARE
Trimble After School Care (TASC)
TASC is a privately run, non-profit daycare founded in 1976 by the parents of Queen Mary Elementary and provides before and after school child care, as well as care on Professional Development days and a summer program located at Queen Mary Elementary.
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ARTS & LITERATURE
Christianne's Lyceum of Literature and Art
4433 West 10th Ave
Founded in 2007, the Lyceum is a centre that celebrates literature and art and puts it at the centre of family and community life. This inclusive centre prides itself on being ready to engage and co-construct learning journeys with individuals and families representing all aspects of a diverse community.​
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Math Circles Workshops at UBC (Grade 5 to 7)
Faculty members of the Department
of Mathematics at the UBC
Students in Grades 5 to 7 are invited to explore, challenge, and grow their mathematical thinking and creativity at our Math Circles Workshops!
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Where & When:
West Mall Swing Space (SWNG) – Room 222
2175 West Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4
Classroom
Fall 2025 Schedule:
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October 6 & 20
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November 3 & 17
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December 1 & 8
Time:
Mondays from 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM
Cost & Registration
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$5 per session, per child (cash only)
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Parents are welcomed and encouraged to stay.
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POTTERY
West Point Grey Community Center Pottery Studio
Introduction to Children's Handbuilding: Clay Creations. Unleash your inner artist by creating whimsical clay creatures!
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Kids Introduction to Handbuilding Pottery.
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SWIMMING
Vancouver Pacific Swim Club (VPSC)
VPSC is a competitive swim club primarily located on the west side of Vancouver, swimming out of the UBC Aquatic Centre, St. George's Senior Boys School, Lord Byng Secondary School and Kerrisdale Community Centre. One of our goals at VPSC is to create closer ties to our community, and specifically, to the schools in our area.​
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MARTIAL ARTS
Gracie Barra Kitsilano
Our after school program offers services such as school pick-up, mat games, Jiu-Jitsu classes, an app for parents to track their children's day, uniforms, and drop-off service. We believe this program could be an excellent opportunity for local families.
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