1. All Aboard! CN Train Tales

    Through the power of storytelling, we're thrilled to partner with CN to bring your tiny train enthusiast on a journey with CN’s own collection of children’s books that not only entertain but also educate.

    4 miniature model trains on a track.
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  2. Ignite Your Child’s Culinary Curiosity with King’s Hawaiian

    We're thrilled to partner with King's Hawaiian who shares our passion for inspiring culinary curiosity in young minds. With its unique blend of sweetness and softness, King's Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls are the perfect introduction to new flavours and textures for young palates.

    A trio of mini sandwiches on a plate.
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  3. Opening Night

    Join us for our Opening Night event! The evening begins with an Indigenous Welcome ceremony with Elder Statesman  Xwechtaal Dennis Joseph of the Squamish Nation, an evening performance of Robot Song and complimentary refreshments afterwards.

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  4. Youth for Youth

    The Vancouver International Children’s Festival Society’s Youth for Youth (Y4Y) program provides training, mentorship and performance opportunities for emerging artists. The program develops their artistic skills…

    Six performers from the One of a Kind show are standing beside each other, singing.
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  5. Welcome Kirith

    Learn more about the Festival's Volunteer Coordinator, Kirith Bains. She joined our team last year so this introduction is well overdue.

    A photograph of Kirith Bains, Volunteer Coordinator
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  6. Indigenous Content and Programming: School Fieldtrip 

    If you’re a teacher looking for an Indigenous learning experience for your students, a field trip to see an Indigenous performance at the Vancouver International Children’s Festival is a great way to enhance student engagement and inspire learning.

    A group from Tsatsu Stalqayu wear traditional Indigenous clothing.
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