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Special Events

Posted on March 22, 2021 by VFC

VFC hosts the Scandinavian Christmas Craft Fair, Finnphoria Club nights and various concerts throughout the year.  To volunteer at these events or for more information email or telephone.  

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West Coast News

Posted on March 22, 2021 by VFC

West Coast News Celebrating its 35th year in print (2011), the Länsirannikon Uutiset is the bloodline of the West Coast Finnish-Canadian community.  With a readership of over 1000, Vancouver Finlandia Club’s Finnish and English language newspaper connects members, family and … Continue reading →

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Sports Club

Posted on March 22, 2021 by VFC

Vancouver Finlandia Sports Club Where Finns and sports collide! The sports club organizes events and activities throughout the year for members of all ages to enjoy. Summer events include the annual Paavo Nurmi Run, and the Wife Carrying at the … Continue reading →

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Purpurit Folk Dancers

Posted on March 22, 2021 by VFC

Purpurit Dancers Founded in 1973, Purpurit is a Finnish-Canadian folk dance group. Purpurit perform at local and international festivals including Kaustinen Folk Festival, Expo ‘86, Finnish Canadian Grand Festivals, and at Finn Fest USA. Purpurit have traveled to Australia and … Continue reading →

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Finnish Library

Posted on March 22, 2021 by VFC

Finnish Library VFC maintains a current library of Finnish literature, magazines, children’s books, and texts in the Scandinavian Community Centre Finland Room. These books may be borrowed by the VFC membership at no cost.

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Finn Fun School

Posted on March 22, 2021 by VFC

Finn Fun School Finn-Fun School provides a Finnish speaking environment for those interested in learning or maintaining their Finnish language skills. Finn-Fun School offers lessons in conversational Finnish to both adults and children, from beginners to advanced speakers. It doesn’t … Continue reading →

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