DateSunday, August 30, 2026
Connections Community Services Society
CCSS WeWalk WeTalk Carnival 2026
Join us for our inaugural summer fundraising event WeWalk WeTalk Carnival — a joyful community event bringing together families and friends, volunteers and partners to celebrate for the grand finale of our summer programs.
At the same time, we are calling for everyone’s support to raise fund for our Intergenerational Connect Program which promotes and strengthens understanding and interaction across generations and diverse cultural groups in our community.
Time12:30 PM–4:30 PM
LocationConnections Community Services Society
110-7580 River Road, Richmond, BC V6X 1X6
110-7580 River Road, Richmond, BC V6X 1X6
Walkathon3 km along Middle Arm Trail
Event Schedule
Program
Carnival Activity Booths
Welcome and Appreciation
Group Photo and Performances
Walkathon Begins
Booths Resume
Event Ends
VIP Guest
Welcoming our special guest
VIP Guest
MP Chak Au
Member of Parliament for Richmond Centre—Marpole
Carnival Activity Booths
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Community Information
CCSS Program Booth
Learn about CCSS programs and community services.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Creative Arts
Dried Floral Arts
Take home your favourite floral arts created by artist Simona Lam.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Family Fun
Face Painting
Add colour and creativity to your Carnival experience.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Family Activity
Family Photo Booth
Capture a Carnival memory with your family and friends.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:00–4:30 PM
LocationEntrance Lobby
Refreshments
Food & Snacks
Refuel and rehydrate at our Concession Stand.
Session 1—
Session 23:00–4:30 PM
LocationFront Yard
Games
Game Booths
Participate in a variety of exciting carnival games and challenges and win prizes to take home!
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Guest Performance
Harp & Guitar Duet
Enjoy a special harp and guitar duet performed by Gloria and Mackenzie.
Performance Time2:00–2:45 PM
LocationMain Stage
Arts and Culture
Indigenous Arts
Experience First Nations culture and artistic expression.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Community Craft
Knit & Crochet Bazaar
Discover handmade knit and crochet creations prepared by seniors.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Building and Play
LEGO Station
Build, imagine, and enjoy hands-on creative play.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Live Music
Mini Concert
Join the performance by VSSE Ukulele Ensemble and sing along together!
Session 112:30–1:30 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationMain Stage
Art Workshop
Stone Painting Studio
Join CCSS and Art for Care Foundation for a stone-painting workshop led by youth artists as part of the “We Are the World” art exhibition.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Capacity15 spots only
Family Crafts
The Lantern Lab & Crafts
Create your own paper lanterns and bracelets to celebrate this summer festival with the whole family!
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
Capacity15 spots only
Community Partner
Vancouver Sowers Society of Education
Learn about the VSSE mission and their upcoming events.
Session 112:30–1:45 PM
Session 23:30–4:30 PM
LocationParking Lot
WeWalk WeTalk Walkathon
Enjoy nature, conversation, and warm companionship
Join us for a 3-km walk along Middle Arm Trail as you talk with volunteer walking buddies. Enjoy nature, share your summer stories, and experience warm companionship to help keep you socially connected.
Distance
3 km
Start Time
2:45 PM
Route
Middle Arm Trail
Walking Style
Community-paced
Community Impact
About Intergenerational Connect Program
The Intergenerational Connect (IC) Program strengthens understanding and interaction across generations and diverse cultural groups in our community. Key programs include:
Station Stretch
Generations Homework Club
Youth Focus Group
Digital Literacy for Seniors
Super Senior Support Group
Community Wellness Program
The IC program is largely supported by our volunteers, fostering connections among seniors, youth and families in the Lower Mainland.
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Volunteers
Contributed to CCSS programs in 2025
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Volunteer Hours
Supporting seniors, youth, and families
All Ages
Inclusive Participation
Seniors, youth, adults, and families
One Community
Stronger Belonging
Building connections across generations
Special Thanks
Special thanks to Vancouver Sowers Society of Education for its generous funding support to Generations Homework Club in the coming academic year of 2026–2027.
Support Intergenerational Connections
Help these programs continue to grow.
Donate to the Programs ♥
Acknowledgements
Organizer and community partners
Connections Community Services Society
心連心社區服務中心
Vancouver Sowers Society of Education
溫哥華苗圃行動教育協會
CHMB AM1320
華僑之聲
Acoustic Duo
Art for Care Foundation
Bee Image Face Painting
Photo on Net
ProCare Health & Wellness
Event Contact
Questions about the Carnival?
Join Us on August 30
Come walk with us. Come celebrate with us. Come connect with us.
Register today, invite your family and friends, and help raise funds for the CCSS Intergenerational Connect Program.
Getting to the Carnival
Transportation
SkyTrain
Take the Canada Line and get off at Aberdeen Station. From Aberdeen, continue toward Cambie Road and River Road.
Parking
Limited parking is available at 7500 River Road. You may also park along River Road where a “3H” parking sign is displayed.
Important: On the event day, parking at 7580 River Road, where the CCSS office is located, is reserved for staff and VIP guests only.