Members Join us in the Lounge at 4:30pm for our monthly And-Co Happy Hour with Elbo Patties serving up Jamaican Patties!

At 5:30PM join us in the Forum for a conversation about learning to share your perspective through your work. Our guest speakers include:

Chris Boreland Founder of Elbo Patties,

Germain Ekra our And-Co’s Artist in Residence &

Shayla Bird, An independent innovator, whose worked with organisation like INclusion INcorporated.

Elbo Patties is your go-to source for delicious Jamaican patties in Vancouver! Chris Boreland has been serving up Caribbean goodness with mouth-watering patties for the past 6 years in a variety of flavours, some vegan-friendly. Chris, started out of his home kitchen, serving friends and family but always wanting to focus on community. Sharing his outlook through food and conscious entrepreneurship.
“Working within the black and queer communities of Vancouver, I pride myself in creating a sense of love and joy for everyone with my food.”

As a newcomer to Canada, Germain Ekra brings a unique perspective to his artwork, using it as a powerful form of self-expression. Explore the stories behind his captivating pieces exhibited at And-Co. 

Shayla Bird is an educator and community advocate who is passionate about creating inclusive spaces and empowering others. In her multifaceted roles across various local community organizations, Shayla plays a pivotal role in prioritizing healthy communities through the processes of unlearning, learning, relearning, and reframing. Through her leadership and activism, Shayla has emerged as a driving force, propelling initiatives including program development, inclusive practice, restorative justice, and policy development.