Your Book’s Time To Shine: Submissions Now Open for the 2025 City of Vancouver Book Award
Calling all authors, publishers, photographers and designers. Submissions are now open for the 2025 City of Vancouver Book Award!
Community Happenings
PICS Mega Job Fair Vancouver 2025
PICS (Progressive Intercultural Community Society Services) is pleased to announce that the PICS Mega Job Fair Vancouver 2025 will be on Thursday February 6, 2025, at the Roundhouse Arts and Recreation Centre in Yaletown.
PICS Society Inaugurated A State-Of-The-Art Media Room To Connect With The Community
In an effort to engage the community and spread awareness about the free support to live & work in British Columbia, Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society has launched a State-of-the-Art Media Room at PICS Head Office. The unveiling took place at PICS head office in surrey by Harry Bains – The Acting Mayor, City of Surrey. This fully-equipped digital room would serve as a platform for people to engage in discussions on issues that matter to the community.
Hansen Industries Ltd. Stamps Its Support with $15,000 Donation Towards the New Yurkovich Family Pavilion
Left to right: Gina Ungaro, Associate Director, Leadership Giving, Richmond Hospital Foundation; David Mork, Assistant Foreman, Hansen Industries Ltd.; Paul Basirian, Manager – Quality and Safety, Hansen Industries Ltd.; Gaurav Dhawan, Controller, Hansen Industries Ltd.
Richmond Art Gallery Explores The Complex Relationship Between Art And The Environment In Two New Exhibitions
The artists weave a thought-provoking tapestry of works that address the climate crisis and disposable culture
Arrival of New Electric Bus at PICS Assisted Living funded by Ministry of Health
As part of British Columbia’s larger push toward sustainable transportation, PICS Assisted Living Facility is excited to announce the arrival of its new electric bus, generously funded by the Ministry of Health and Fraser Health. This green initiative, initially promised in December 2023, has now officially arrived at the facility.
Vancouver Diamond Lions Club Donates Close to $30,000 to a Dedicated Mental Health Zone in Richmond Hospital’s Emergency Department
Marco Choi, President, Vancouver Diamond Lions Club (6th from left) along with Gala Co-Chairs Cindy Chan (5th from left) and Gordon Zhang (7th from left); Spencer Gall, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Richmond Hospital Foundation (1st from the left); Atwood Fung, Philanthropy Officer, Richmond Hospital Foundation (1st from the right); and members of Vancouver Diamond Lions Club.
CNOY 2025 is live!!
Consider signing up to walk on February 22, 2025. This is an opportunity to draw attention and support the diverse communities of Newton. This collaborative…
A Vigil Held Honouring South Asian Women Killed in B.C. in 2024
On November 25, 2024 a silent vigil was held in front of the BC Legislature, honouring 16 women who were killed by men in British Columbia in 2024.
CCI Group Annual Christmas Celebration
The CCI Group celebrated its annual Christmas Party at the Bombay Banquet Hall in Surrey, BC, on November 16, 2024. Like every year, the Christmas party brought all members of the CCI family together. 2024 has been a significant year for the CCI Group.
Openroad foundation announces new 25 in 25 grant initiative, in celebration of Openroad group’s 25th anniversary
A total of $625,000 has been earmarked in 2025 to support non-profit organizations in Metro Vancouver and Greater Toronto Richmond, BC, December 5, 2024…
Winners of 2024 Drishti Awards
Award for Excellence in the Community Engagement – Dr. Randeep Gill Dr. Randeep Gill is a passionate physician and a relentless advocate for equitable…
Philanthropists presented with Freedom of the City Award
Leslie and Gordon Diamond are the recipients of the City’s highest award
6th Annual ‘A Taste of Reach’ Fundraiser Raises over $100K
The 6th Annual Taste of Reach Fundraiser at Tasty Indian Bistro, North Delta, benefiting Reach Child and Youth Development Society (REACH) enjoyed outstanding support on November 7th.