The Vancouver International South Asian Film Festival (VISAFF) was a huge success with over 80 film screenings, including 12 features and 8 documentaries, bringing together many respected members of the community from across Metro Vancouver and beyond.
The Pacific Screenwriting Program (PSP) is pleased to announce their new program: The Pitch Accelerator Program, presented in partnership with Break the Room (BTR).
Yesterday, Vancouver City Council approved $1,055,010 in grants for 46 cultural organizations to increase stability through the lasting economic challenges of the pandemic, invest in making space for arts and culture in Vancouver, and provide targeted support for equity-denied artists.
Members support priority status for Surrey RCMP officers in Surrey Police Service hiring.
Terry Beech, Member of Parliament for Burnaby North-Seymour, presented the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Emblem to Burnaby Hospital Foundation in recognition of their noteworthy service to the community, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SurreyCares Community Foundation is delighted to announce the second annual Toonies for Tomorrow campaign, which will run From February 1 to 23rd, 2023.
With the festive season approaching, we all look forward to spending quality time with our loved ones. Hosting family dinners, and get-togethers are the highlight of this season, and as much as we enjoy bringing our people together, it can be demanding to host that perfect gathering.
Listeners of No.1 South Asian radio station CKYE 93.1 & 89.1 RED FM raised over $600,000 during RED FM’s annual radiothon on the occasion of Guru Nanak Gurpurab (birth anniversary of Sikh’s first guru). The funds raised will benefit Guru Nanak Food Bank.
Burnaby Hospital Foundation announces $30 million Bright Future redevelopment fundraising milestone; No Place Like Home Gala raises over $480,000
A Vancouver resident has received the Council of the Federation (COF) Award for Innovation in Mental Health and Addictions Care to recognize her work to break down stigma and support young people dealing with addiction challenges.
Ed Jovanovski was one of the featured guests at the Western Canada Collectibles Experience at Langley Events Centre back in April.
The United States, Finland and Canada White each earned victories on day 6 of the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge being co-hosted by Langley Events Centre and Sungod Arena
With a philanthropic interest in health care, Wong’s Insurance stepped up to raise over $120,000 for Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Trio of Life Campaign. Their generous donation helped wrap up this important campaign to replace aging and vital diagnostic equipment for Richmond Hospital’s cardiology, pulmonary and neurology specialties.
With the goal of bringing joy to others, the Hunan Fellow Association of Vancouver raised $30,000 for Richmond Hospital Foundation at their 16th Annual Golf Tournament, which took place at the University Golf Club this past August. Their gift of health will help build a better and healthier future for Richmond.
