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Villa Cathay Care Home provides person-centered, culturally-oriented care to seniors in Vancouver History:

In March of 1978, the New Villa Cathay of 36,000 sq.

ft., 3-storey building with 150 beds celebrated its' grand opening. Ten years later, the East wing was added for 9,000 sq. ft., 38 new beds. For the past 25 years, the Villa Cathay has been the largest Chinese seniors' full service care facility in North & South America. At the end of the 19th Century, many Chinese, who had completed the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, came to Vancou

ver, British Columbia to settle down. However, when they became ill, they could not enter the local hospitals. Fortunately, a Catholic Archbishop set up an Oriental Home on the City's East Side in 1922. The Canadian Chinese will not forget their humanity and compassion. In 1972, the City of Vancouver expropriated the Oriental Home for industrial expansion. Seven families established the New Non-profit "Villa Cathay Care Home Society".

08/08/2026

What an unforgettable afternoon at Villa Cathay Care Home! To mark 5 years since the completion of our rejuvenation project, we had the distinct honor of hosting Office of the Seniors Advocate B.C. Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt for an inspiring discussion on the future of seniors’ care in British Columbia.

Over 60 guests—including donors, family members, board members, and community partners—filled the room to tackle the big questions: How do we ensure every senior ages with dignity, compassion, and the highest quality of care?

Thank you to Mr. Levitt for taking the time to visit Villa Cathay, and to everyone who attended and contributed to this important conversation. Together, we can continue to advocate for high-quality, compassionate care and a brighter future for seniors in our community.

08/01/2026

Our deepest gratitude goes to Glynnis Chan of Happy Times Travel, whose vision, generosity, and dedication brought the "Singing from the Heart" Charity Dinner & Concert (「非一般慈善同芯唱」籌款晚宴) to life in support of Villa Cathay Care Home. Thanks to her incredible leadership and the generosity of everyone involved, the event raised an outstanding $36,168 in net proceeds for Villa Cathay Care Home.

We are truly honoured that Glynnis Chan and Happy Times Travel chose Villa Cathay Care Home as the beneficiary of this meaningful event. Their compassion and commitment to our seniors are a powerful reminder of the incredible difference a caring community can make.

Special thanks to Alex Chen for captivating the audience as the featured performer and for generously sharing his time, expertise, and support behind the scenes. We also extend our sincere appreciation to Rosanna and every performer who donated their talent and passion to make the evening so memorable. We are equally grateful to Pink Pearl Chinese Restaurant for providing a warm and welcoming venue.

To everyone who attended, donated, sponsored, volunteered, and supported this special event—thank you. Your generosity will help fund under-supported programs and services that enhance the well-being, comfort, and quality of life of our seniors. Thank you for helping ensure they continue to receive the care, dignity, and compassion they deserve.

07/19/2026

We are deeply grateful to the Cantonese Overseas Friendship Association of Canada for their extraordinary generosity and continued support. For the second consecutive year, the Association inspired their members by launching a donation-matching initiative at their Annual Dinner, raising an incredible total of $27,470 to support our seniors!

What touched our hearts the most was that the members also took the time to visit Villa Cathay in person. By connecting directly with our seniors and understanding their daily needs firsthand, they brought immense joy to our home. This meaningful outreach beautifully reflects the power of community spirit and compassion.

Thanks to caring partners like the Cantonese Overseas Friendship Association of Canada, we are strengthened in our commitment to providing compassionate care, enriching programs, and meaningful experiences that allow every resident to enjoy their golden years with dignity, comfort, and joy.

07/11/2026

A Monthly Gift Can Make Every Day More Meaningful!

Many of the programs that bring joy, connection, and comfort to our residents, including recreation, music and art therapy, wellness services, and mobility programs, are not government-funded. They are only possible because of donors like you.

Your ongoing support enriches our residents’ daily lives and helps them enjoy more meaningful experiences throughout the year.

Monthly giving is a simple way to create a lasting impact.

Become a monthly donor today: villacathay.ca/donate

07/04/2026

Our residents celebrated Canada Day with a fun craft activity!

They coloured Canadian flags and made maple leaf paper plate crafts, which are now displayed around Villa Cathay for everyone to enjoy.

For many of our residents, Canada has been home for decades. It was a simple but meaningful way to mark the day together, celebrate creativity, and share their work with our community.

06/27/2026

Behind every smiling resident, every warm meal, and every welcoming space at Villa Cathay is our incredible Support Services team!

While much of their hard work happens behind the scenes, their impact is felt throughout our home every single day. From our kitchen team preparing nutritious and comforting meals to our housekeeping, janitorial, and laundry teams ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment, they are the backbone of our residents’ daily well-being and comfort.

What makes their contributions especially meaningful is not only the quality of their work, but also the care and thoughtfulness with which they approach it. Families and residents frequently share positive feedback about these teams, noting how they take the time to learn individual preferences, accommodate personal needs whenever possible, and help create an environment where residents feel respected, valued, and at home.

Please join us in expressing our heartfelt appreciation and a huge THANK YOU to our Support Services teams for all that they do. Your hard work, compassion, and commitment do not go unnoticed, and we are truly grateful to have you as part of the Villa Cathay team!

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from Villa Cathay!

Today, we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures in our community, whose presence and strength mean so much to their families and our community.

To mark this special occasion, we set up a Father’s Day photo booth at Villa Cathay, giving residents and families an opportunity to take photos, share smiles, and capture meaningful moments together. Residents also enjoyed a special Father’s Day lunch prepared by our kitchen team.

Wishing all fathers and families a joyful Father’s Day filled with appreciation and happy memories.

06/17/2026

Join us for a meaningful evening of music in support of Villa Cathay seniors on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Pink Pearl Chinese Restaurant.

Organized by Happy Times Travel, the evening will feature wonderful performances by Vancouver’s “Alan Tam” Alex and Vancouver’s “Priscilla Chan” Rosanna, along with a special surprise guest.

Net proceeds from the event will support underfunded programs and services that are essential to enriching the lives of the Villa Cathay seniors.

For tickets and enquiries, please call 604-202-3933.

「非一般慈善同芯唱」籌款晚宴將於 2026年7月18日（星期六）假珠城大酒樓舉行。

由開心旅遊主辦，晚宴將邀請「溫哥華譚詠麟」Alex、「溫哥華陳慧嫻」Rosanna 傾力演出，並有神秘特別嘉賓到場獻唱，為大家帶來一個充滿音樂與愛心的晚上。

所得善款扣除必要開支後，將全數撥捐華宮安老院，資助經費不足的必要服務與計劃，改善長者的身心健康及生活質素。

購票及查詢：604-202-3933

06/14/2026

Elder abuse isn’t always visible—and that’s why awareness and education are so important.

By staying attentive, listening with care, and speaking up when something doesn’t feel right, each of us can help create a safer, more supportive community for older adults. In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we were honoured to partner with the BC Community Response Networks (BC CRN) to spark this important conversation, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to safety, dignity, and respect for all seniors.

A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Joanna Li, Regional Mentor with BC CRN, for leading insightful workshops on recognizing, preventing, and responding to elder abuse. Your expertise helped deepen understanding and strengthen awareness across our community.

This important conversation serves as a powerful reminder that preventing elder abuse is a shared responsibility—and one that continues every single day.

06/06/2026

June is a special month for our Family Council, marking 13 years since the first Villa Cathay Family Council meeting was held on June 15, 2013!

Our family members are essential partners in creating a caring, resident-centred home for our beloved residents. Through the Family Council, families play a meaningful role in advocating for residents, contributing valuable insights, and helping to build a community where every resident can thrive.

We are deeply grateful for the Family Council’s continued partnership and engagement as we work together to support our residents.

Address

970 Union Street
Vancouver, BC
V6A3V1

Telephone

+16042545621

Website

http://www.villacathay.ca/

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