The National Police Federation (NPF) committed to continuing its efforts to expose the lack of consultation, clarity and costing when it comes to the proposed Surrey police transition at a media roundtable on Monday, July 13 in Surrey.
Newcomer youth are a growing demographic in BC, but they face unique challenges as they settle into Canada, from language barriers, to trauma, to lack of community connections. In this time of COVID-19, these obstacles are amplified, and young newcomers are facing additional stress and isolation, impacting their mental wellbeing.
Shoppers Drug Mart’s “Growing Women’s Health” fundraising campaign took place October 5, 2019 – November 1, 2019, raising $12,000 in support of women’s health at Richmond Hospital.
“A nation is not conquered until the hearts of its women are on the ground. Then its finished; no matter how brave its warriors or how strong their weapons.”
Canadian Blood Services is calling on new and returning blood donors in Metro Vancouver to help patients by booking an appointment to donate before or immediately following the Canada Day holiday. The need for blood is rising fast as hospitals resume procedures that were put on hold due to COVID-19.
“I would like to say thank you to the Respected Mayor Kennedy Stewart and Respected City Councillor’s of Vancouver for recognizing the Komagata Maru passengers and proclaim the May 23 2020 as a Komagata Maru Remembrance Day in City of Vancouver behalf a request from the Descendants of the Komagata Maru Society. Which was written by me.I am glad to be a part of making this happen.”
The City of Vancouver declare, by proclamation, that May 23rd shall be known as “Komagata Maru Remembrance Day” in Vancouver.
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council met with our Board of Directors on June 9th, 2020 regarding access to Nuu-chah-nulth Ḥahuułi (territories).
This month, every dollar donated to MFFS via CanadaHelps.org from June 1st to 30th could help us win this year’s $20,000 grand prize.
On May 26, 2020, Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) was honored to accept in-kind donations in the amount of nearly $100,000 from IKEA Canada.
Physical distancing is weighing heavily on those who are separated from their families, and rely on help to get groceries and other essential items. We need to support seniors and to be there for them, as they have been for us.
New Democrat MLAs in Surrey are welcoming provincial funding that will help the City of Surrey provide supports for vulnerable and low-income people in their community.
The Sher Vancouver Board of Directors has released this official statement to show our support for black people and other at-risk and vulnerable groups, including LGBTQ+ people, who are victims of police racism and brutality from bad cops.
At approximately 11:30 pm, May 29, Delta Police were called regarding the theft of a taxi at the BC Ferries causeway. At the time of the theft two individuals were in the process of loading into the taxi, however they were not in the vehicle when it was driven away.
Forty-five individuals and organizations were recognized for their excellence in fostering inclusiveness and anti-racism efforts as this year’s nominees of the B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards.