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Arts Umbrella Acknowledges $2 Million Donation With New Lindsay Mearns School Of Dance

Vancouver-based artist and philanthropist supports Canada’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to youth arts education

Empowering the Northern BC Communities: PICS Society Celebrates Opening of New Prince George Location

Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society proudly announces the successful opening of its new office in Prince George, BC, located at Unit 203 – 715 Victoria Street. This significant expansion reflects PICS Society’s unwavering commitment to supporting skilled immigrants, seniors, international students, and other community members throughout Northern BC.

Culture Days Celebrates 15 Years of Arts and Culture in B.C.

Interculturalism theme aims to celebrate diversity and nurture cross-cultural understanding through the arts

PICS Surrey Mega Job Fair sets new standards for employment opportunities

The PICS Surrey Mega Job Fair, held at the North Surrey Sports and Ice Complex, marked another successful chapter in its history, attracting a diverse crowd of job seekers and exhibitors. The event, organized by the Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society, saw participation from over 60 exhibitors and continued its tradition of fostering connections between potential employees and employers.

Sundar Prize Film Festival Announces Exciting Developments for 2025 Edition

Following the remarkable success of its inaugural festival in 2024, the Sundar Prize Film Festival is set to return with an even more spectacular lineup in 2025. Last year’s festival saw overwhelming support with 58 sponsors, 24 published news articles, over 450 attendees, screenings of nine award-winning films, four insightful panel discussions, two vibrant networking receptions, and an engaging open mic session where filmmakers pitched their projects.

Support your Local Downtown and Main Streets This August!

This August, IDA Canada, a national coalition of the International Downtown Association invites the public, the business community, and decision-makers to celebrate Downtown and Main Street Month.

From the left: Spencer Gall, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Richmond Hospital Foundation; Venerable Chueh Chu, Abbess, Fo Guang Shan Temple; Ella Kwan, Secretary General, Buddha’s Light International Association, Vancouver

Vancouver Fo Guang Shan Temple Completes $50,000 Donation for Richmond Hospital’s Yurkovich Family Pavilion

Five years ago, the Vancouver Fo Guang Shan Temple in Richmond made a pledge to donate $50,000 to Richmond Hospital Foundation’s ACT NOW Campaign for the Yurkovich Family Pavilion, new acute care tower at Richmond Hospital. This past month, they completed their final donation of $10,000 – a generous gesture that will help launch a new era of health care in Richmond.

The 2024 Artopia International Youth Art Contest Raises $10,000 For Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Medical Imaging Centre Campaign

Inspiring the next generation through art and giving back, the Vancouver Artopia Youth Society held their seventh annual International Youth Arts Contest in Richmond on June 8th and raised $10,000 towards Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Medical Imaging Centre Campaign.

Summer Like An Italian Returns For Third Year Of Feasting, Fun And The Chance To Win A Trip To Italy

Estate come un Italiano! Kitchen Table Restaurants is welcoming g summer’s balmy rays with the third annual Summer Like An Italian campaign. Starting July 23, and running until September 21, the festivities are inspired by il dolce far niente, and beloved Italian traditions of fêting and feasting with loved ones.

Towering New Art Installation At Hastings Park Invites You To Climb, Sit And Enjoy The View

Home + Away, a towering new sculpture commissioned by the City of Vancouver Public Art Program, is now open for all to enjoy at Empire Fields in Hastings Park.

Surrey Hospitals Foundation’s Champion of the Crescent Paddle Board Event Raises $218,346 for Youth Mental Health Programs

Surrey, BC (July 15, 2024) – On Saturday, July 13, 2024, twenty-eight teams of paddle boarders gathered with local businesses for Surrey Hospitals Foundation’s…

Nature’s Essence Health Products Inc. Donates $34,000 for New Ultrasound System at Richmond Hospital

For Richmond-based Nature’s Essence Health Products Incorporation, health is at the essence of both its business and its philanthropy. In alignment with this core value, the company has donated $34,000 to fund a new ultrasound system for Richmond Hospital.

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