Nuu-chah-nulth-aht Mourns the passing of Two Great First Nation leaders
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council mourns the passing of Grand Chief Joe Norton of the Mohawks of Kanawake who passed away on August 7th, 2020 in his territory.
Community Happenings
Richmond Hospital Foundation launches new fundraising campaign as surgeries resume at Richmond Hospital
As all surgeries resume at Richmond Hospital, Richmond Hospital Foundation is launching a new fundraising campaign for surgical equipment. The Surgical Restart campaign will raise funds for more than $2 million in surgical equipment that will improve care and benefit all surgical specialties at Richmond Hospital.
PICS Society is celebrating International Youth Day
PICS Society is celebrating International Youth Day on August 12, 2020 virtually and extends you an invitation to join us to inspire, encourage, support, guide and empower youth, to create a better future and supportive communities. This virtual event is a platform to create awareness and share available resources.
“Migrant Voices in British Columbia” Short Story Competition
The Colombia Consulate in Vancouver and Brian Jessel BMW organised a Press Conference in regards to the “Migrant Voices in British Columbia” Short Story Competition on Wednesday, August 12th at Brian Jessel BMW, 2311 Boundary Road, Vancouver
B.C.’s highest honour recognizes 13 British Columbians
Thirteen exceptional people will be appointed to the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest form of recognition, Lt. Gov. Janet Austin, chancellor of the order, has announced.
PNE Announces Next Round of Events In Summer 2020 Lineup
Playland is set to expand its opening with 12 additional rides and the PNE celebrates BC Day with dine-in and drive-thru experiences.
Tackling relationship violence during COVID -19
To help combat the relationship violence pandemic, especially during the COVID -19 pandemic, Kwantlen Polytechnic University instructor Dr. Balbir Gurm and her team have launched an e-book.
World Round-Up Online Showdown Skateboarding Competition To Take Place This July
The World Round-Up is a world class freestyle skateboard contest, held every year at the Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair. Due to COVID-19, we decided to transform the contest into an online contest – the first of its kind!
National Police Federation Continues to Demand Consultation, Clarity, and Costing on Proposed Surrey Police Transition
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.
Youth Expressions! A new kind of youth program helps vulnerable, diverse youth build their confidence, connections and mental wellbeing with creative expression.
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 “Growing Women’s Health” campaign raises $12,000 for Richmond Hospital Foundation
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.
Why Haida Matriarchs Are Rising Up To Protect Their Lands From COVID-19
“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.”
Metro Vancouver residents asked to donate blood in honour of Canada Day
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.
Original signed copy by Respected Mayor Kennedy Stewart Proclaim May 23, 2020 as a Komagata Maru Remembrance Day in the City of Vancouver
“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.”