BC Liberal Statement On Sikh Heritage Month
BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon released the following statement today for Sikh Heritage Month
Community Happenings
Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Donates $25,000 to Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Mental Health Campaign
Recognizing the importance of mental health care, Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group donated $25,000 to Richmond Hospital Foundation’s recent Mental Health Campaign fundraising initiative.
BCFED Statement On The International Day For The Elimination Of Racial Discrimination
It can be challenging to recognize racism for what it is, especially when it’s deeply embedded in unstated assumptions about whose stories and voices matter. That’s what makes this year’s theme for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination — “Voices for action against racism” — so timely. It raises crucial questions about whose voices are heard and whose are not, as we work for a more equitable, inclusive world.
Canadian Educational Institutions Support Afghan Newcomers
The Government of Canada is working hard to resettle at least 40,000 Afghan nationals as quickly and safely as possible. Canada has now welcomed a total of 8,580 Afghan refugees, with more arriving every week.
First West Credit Union Donates $25,000 To Support Ukrainian Relief Efforts
As the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, First West Credit Union and its local divisions Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial are responding with a $25,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal.
From Day One, The East To West Group Has Been Committed To Giving Back To The Communities They Live, Work And Play In. Since 2015, They’ve Been Supporting The BC Children’s Hospital Foundation (BCCHF).
The truth runs deeper than the pride of writing a cheque, or the overall purpose of simply giving back. For the East to West Group, it’s personal.
Hindu Community Hurt by Cultural Appropriation
A BC business hurts Hindu sentiments by associating Lord Ganesh’s image with profane language on its logo
DIVERSEcity is One of 49 Community Organizations to Receive Extended Funding to Continue to Provide Free, Affordable Community Counselling Services
Diversecity one of only service providers focused on BIPOC, immigrant clients
Canada Welcomes Over 200 Afghan Refugees to Vancouver
Canada is responding as quickly as possible to the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan by helping bring Afghan citizens and their families safely to their new home. We remain firm in our commitment to resettle 40,000 Afghan nationals, and our partnerships with provinces, territories and settlement service providers across the country are key to achieving this goal.
United Truckers Association Welcomes Deferral of Rolling Truck Age Program
Multi-year effort by Independent Operators prompts new opportunity to fix systemic problems collaboratively
COVID-19 & THE IMPACT ON CRIME IN VANCOUVER: SFU EXPERT AVAILABLE
Violent crime in Vancouver rose in the city’s poorer regions during the first year of the pandemic while wealthier neighbourhoods saw thefts rise, a new study co-led by Simon Fraser University researchers confirms.
Scammer Expecting to Collect Cash Gets Arrested
A would-be-scammer, looking to collect $25,000 for “bail money” from a Delta resident, instead was met by police at the door and arrested.
Canada Post to recognize groundbreaking jazz singer Eleanor Collins with new stamp
The event will pay tribute to Ms. Collins’ life and career as an artist, musician and mentor with testimonials from people she influenced, as well as some she worked and performed with. Ms. Collins will also make an address.
Indigenous Leaders Launch Groundbreaking Peace and Unity Summit
Indigenous Chiefs from across British Columbia are meeting this weekend, on Saturday January 15, in a groundbreaking event calling for the immediate cessation of publicly funded police violence against Wet’suwet’en and other land defenders.
NDP react to funding announcement for families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
“We would like to congratulate Caring Hearts Counselling, on receiving this funding allocation in support of their work with families coping with grief. This is a positive step.