Monthlong National Chowder Chowdown Festival Kicks off Today!
A delicious way to support Ocean Wise’s not-for-profit sustainable seafood program
Community Happenings
Announcing the winners of this year’s LGBTQ2S+ January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Awards!
The award was created by Sher Vancouver to recognize young leaders who are advocates for the LGBTQ2S+ community. For these sixth annual awards, sponsored by DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society for the second year, there were applicants from across Canada and beyond. Thirty-year-old Nkambwe, a Black transgender woman originally from Uganda, impressed the awards jury to grab the $1,000 award.
YOUNGER’ OLDER ADULTS FEELING UNIQUE STRESSES OF PANDEMIC – SURVEY
A new national survey of more than 4,300 Canadians aged 55+ has found that ‘younger’ older adults – those between the ages of 55 and 64 – are experiencing more detrimental effects of the pandemic than those over 65.
COVID-19 RAPID TESTING IN LONG-TERM CARE HOMES COULD REDUCE EXPOSURES, SFU EXPERTS SAY
Rapid COVID-19 testing would prevent the introduction of the virus into long-term care homes and help detect outbreaks quicker, according to new modelling from Simon Fraser University researchers.
Delta Police seeking public input for new Community Safety Plan
Worried about drivers speeding through school zones? Perhaps you’re concerned about thefts from vehicles, or people stealing packages off front porches? Or maybe you’re feeling good about policing in Delta, but have a great idea on how to improve things in one area.
Unemployment Soars, Home Care Job Opportunities Abound in Richmond and Surrey
With the nation’s unemployment rate reaching its highest point in history this year (13.7 per cent in May), job opportunities in labour-abundant industries—such as retail and dining—are running dry.
SACH Community Hub Aims to Break Down Barriers to Services
A local collective of community health advocates have come together to form the SACH Community Hub to support Surrey’s diverse communities impacted by acute and emerging health challenges.
Moving Forward Family services offers timely low and no cost counseling
Moving Forward Family Services (MFFS) offers timely low and no cost counselling for those who cannot afford to pay typical private therapy rates and are not eligible for public services
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation Appoints Malcolm Berry as its Next President and CEO
Organization also welcomes new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Akash Rattan to its executive team
Nuu-chah-nulth Grieves Tragic Loss of Respected Elder Harry Lucas
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) would like to send our deepest condolences to the family and communities of late Harry Lucas (mit) who was a very well respected and loved man by many, near and far.
DPD looking for owner/occupant of white cargo van
On December 27, 2020 at approximately 9:30 p.m., an older model, white cargo van with black writing on the rear driver’s side panel was…
Police investigating suspicious fire in Ladner
Delta Police were contacted by the Delta Fire Department shortly after 11 pm Dec. 27, about a fire in the 4800 block of Delta St, in the downtown core of Ladner.
20 South Asian American Pageant Queens Share A United Message in Solidarity With Farmers in India
“In a country with over 70% of the population in the agricultural and its allied sectors, the past few weeks have been increasingly difficult with farmer suicide rates on the rise and violence in the face of peaceful protests. Pageant women have a unique ability to bring attention to issues and also, gain widespread support – financially and otherwise – within their communities. We know we have this unique platform and we are passionate about using it for what we believe in strongly,” says Serene Singh, the project’s founder.
YAOHAN CENTER RAISES $3,000 FOR RICHMOND HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
In celebration of their 27th anniversary, Yaohan Centre made a generous $3,000 donation to Richmond Hospital Foundation. Yaohan Centre is one of the earliest Asian Malls developed in Richmond, B.C.
Fever-Tree Canada Introduces the “Giving Tree” in Partnership with Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Banff Springs, and Tree Canada this Holiday Season
From December 18, 2020, to April 18, 2021, guests will be able to take part in the Giving Tree initiative by reserving a unique dining experience within a heated Fever-Tree Dome, including a curated menu and exclusive Fever-Tree cocktail list.