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Federal, provincial and territorial immigration Ministers meet to plan for the future of Canada’s immigration system

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today at the Canadian Museum of Immigration in Halifax, Nova Scotia to continue their discussions on the future of immigration in Canada. Ministers focused on advancing joint initiatives to respond to pan-Canadian immigration priorities and were pleased with progress made towards improving the effectiveness of Canada’s immigration system to meet economic and regional needs.

Sports

Day One Complete At BC School Sports Boys Basketball Provincial Championships

A pair of No. 9 and 10 seeds, as well as a No. 12, 13 and 14 seeds were all upset winners in their respective tiers on Day 1 of the BC School Sports Boys Basketball Provincial Championships.

Community Happenings

6th Annual Celebration Of Care Gala Raised Over $2.4 million For Children’s Health In Surrey

On Saturday, February 25, 2023, our Celebration of Care Gala – A Sweet Escape welcomed over 650 of Surrey’s business, community, medical, and philanthropic leaders at the Aria Banquet Hall. We are proud to say that our 6th annual gala raised over $2.4 million for children’s health in Surrey!

Community Happenings

Flourish 2023 Brings Back Foodie Favourites

Over 300 guests donned their best evening attire for the highly anticipated VCC Foundation signature event, Flourish gala, on Feb. 28 at the Broadway campus. Proceeds from Flourish support VCC student scholarships and awards.

Community Happenings

$5 Million Donation By City Of Burnaby Helps Fund Improvements To Burnaby Hospital’s Future Emergency Department

Burnaby Hospital Foundation celebrated the naming of Burnaby Hospital’s Emergency Department at a reception attended by Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley, City of Burnaby Council members, and Foundation staff. In honour of the City of Burnaby’s $5 million gift, the upgraded and expanded Emergency Department will be named the Burnaby Community Emergency Department.

Real Estate

Home Improvement Scams #1 Riskiest In Canada In 2022, According To New BBB Report

Home improvement scams became the #1 riskiest scam type reported in Canada in 2022, according to a new report from the Better Business Bureau. Reports of home improvement scams by Canadians increased 51.2% in 2022, up from 4.1% of reports to 6.2% in 2022. People also lost more money to this scam type, with a median dollar loss of $1,900, up 187.4% from $661 in 2021.

Community Happenings

Delta Community Foundation Hosts Successful Fundraising Gala: Give From the Heart

The Delta Community Foundation hosted a sold-out inaugural fundraising gala at the new Cascades Casino on February 11th 2023.

Community Happenings

World’s Largest Literary Prize For Women Writers Announces 2023 Longlist

The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction’s inaugural longlist includes 15 writers from across Canada and the U.S., one of whom will win the $150,000 USD grand prize, presented by BMO.

Community Happenings

SFU Applied Legal Studies To Shape Future Of Bc Notaries With $3.5m Gift

A major donation from the Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia (SNPBC) to the Applied Legal Studies program at Simon Fraser University’s (SFU) School of Criminology will lead to significant advancements in the field of applied legal studies, and place SFU as a pivotal partner in the expansion of notary education in British Columbia.

Health

Pandemic Anniversary Highlights Need For Expanded Bereavement Support Services

The COVID-19 pandemic, which killed millions across the world, had a dire impact on the ability of their loved ones to grieve. A study by Simon Fraser University researchers published in the journal Illness, Crisis & Loss, calls for expanding pandemic grief support programs and increasing public awareness of the existing supports available to help lessen the emotional toll.

Immigration

Canada Opens Operations Centre In The Philippines To Boost Global Immigration Processing Capacity

Given the importance of the Indo-Pacific region and its impact on Canadians, a comprehensive and inclusive strategy is crucial to guide Canada’s actions. To this end, Canada is investing in fostering ties between Canadians and the region as part of its Indo-Pacific Strategy.

Community Happenings

Fifth Annual Green Shirt Day Inspires Organ Donation In Honour Of Humboldt Broncos Defenceman Logan Boulet Event Rallies Canada

Event rallies Canadians to join the movement for life

Sports

Seeding, Draws Announced For 2023 BC School Sports Boys Basketball Provincial Championships

Two of the four defending champions are back and seeded No. 1 in their respective tiers for the 2023 BC School Sports Boys Basketball Provincial Championships.

Community Happenings

International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (IWD) is defined by Wikipedia as “a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 as a focal point in the women’s rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women.”

Community Happenings

Legion BC/Yukon Command Donates $1-Million To Legion Veterans Village Research Foundation

LVVRF launches campaign to support the LVV Centre of Clinical Excellence for Veteran and First Responder Health