Donors Celebrated for Their Loyalty to Patients During National Blood Donor Week, June 13-19
Donor support has been unwavering despite COVID-19 uncertainty
Community Happenings
Premier John Horgan and Parliament Secretary for Anti-Racism, Rachna Singh’s Statement on Hate-motivated Attack in Ontario
Premier John Horgan and Rachna Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, have issued the following statement regarding the hate-motivated attack in London, Ont.
New Legislation Moves B.C. Toward Inclusive Universal Child Care
New child care legislation is building on the strong foundation that will bring an inclusive, universal early learning and child care system to B.C. families.
Vivek Canada’s Fundraising Campaign, The India Covid Relief Fund
As COVID-19 spread like wildfire in India, concerns grew as the country continued to break bleak global pandemic records. With increasing desperation and the movement of people the virus began to spread to rural villages.
G&F Financial Group Donates $15,000 Towards Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Mental Health Campaign
From left to right: Edmond Siu, Richmond Centre Branch Manager of G&F Financial Group; Angie Sousae, Money Advisor; Dianne De Souza, Money Advisor; and Shally Sharma, Assistant Branch Manager.
Road Safety Week results are in
During Canada Road Safety Week, May 18-24, a focus on driver education and awareness saw Delta Police hand out 629 violation tickets. Of those tickets, 14 were for drug or alcohol impaired drivers.
Statement by the Prime Minister on National Indigenous History Month
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Indigenous History Month.
Liberal Government Launches Canada Greener Homes Grant
Climate action starts at home. By helping Canadians make their homes more energy-efficient and more comfortable, the Government of Canada is making it easier for them to lower their energy bills and their home’s carbon footprint.
United Truckers Association Sets New Path After Latest Betrayal By Commissioner & BC Government
With no enforcement of the law or the rules, UTA will now seek relief from the courts
Diversity and Inclusion Are Among Our Greatest Strengths, Statement by The Prime Minister Justin Trudeau On the Anniversary of The Komagata Maru Incident
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the anniversary of the Komagata Maru incident.
ET Canada Presents: Help India, a Fundraising Special Airing May 31 on Global
As India continues to battle with the nation’s worst COVID-19 crisis, the biggest names in entertainment have joined forces for a half-hour primetime fundraising special, ET Canada Presents: Help India, in support of the Humanitarian Coalition’s emergency response efforts.
Queen’s Counsel Nominations Now Open
Annual nominations for the honorary designation of Queen’s counsel (QC) have opened and will be accepted until July 16, 2021.
Indian Summer Festival: 11th Edition Lineup and Dates Announced
Festival to feature five weeks of online and hybrid events from June 17 to July 17, 2021
Temerty Foundation Donates $10 Million to Continue Life-Changing Programs for Vulnerable Children and Veterans in Ukraine
The Canadian charity Help Us Help (HUH) is excited to announce that the Temerty Foundation, established by James and Louise Temerty, has donated $10 million to establish the Temerty Endowment Fund, a leadership gift of the Silver Lining Campaign.
Delta Police violence suppression team to use body worn cameras
Since January 2021 the Delta Police had been conducting a limited-use pilot project with body-worn cameras, and was primarily using the cameras during officer training. The pilot was scheduled to conclude at the end of May. However, increased violence during the ongoing gang conflict caused the Delta Police Board to approve an additional use for the cameras during its meeting this week, and to extend the pilot until September, 2021.