by Haig Morrison | May 21, 2019 | History, News
The Eyeglass Progect came on May 15th to provide free eye glasses to the community. The event was a great success and we’re happy to say that the niebhourhood can see see much better now! We want to say a big than you to the dedication, time and energy of Dr....
by admin | Oct 6, 2016 | History
BlackStrathcona.com has put together a series of videos about the vibrant and diverse history of our community. Here is their video on the Militant Mothers of Ray-Mur who stopped the trains to protect the safety of their children. [embedyt]...
by admin | Aug 15, 2016 | History
Were you part of the community at Raymur in the 1960s, 70s, or 80s? Were you involved in the train track blockades, the food co-operative or community centre? Do you have other stories about your experiences of housing or activism on the Downtown Eastside during these...
by admin | Jul 20, 2016 | History
“Our community sometimes called the Inner City is rich and culturally diverse. Immigrants and refugees from all over the world converge in this part of the city, mostly for economic reasons. Others settle in this part of the City because of the closeness and values of...
by admin | Jul 20, 2016 | History
Ray-Cam Co-operative Centre was opened in 1976, a joint effort of area residents, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and the City of Vancouver. It started initially as a Social Recreation Centre and food Co-operative and has developed into a full fledged...
by admin | Oct 20, 2015 | History
The history of Ray-Cam is really neat For the militant moms dug down deep They found the strength that brought us here To help the children for all these years It gave all families a fighting chance To belong to a community that understands With all the drugs and...
