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Covenant House June Donation Matching

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Seven months ago I spent the night outside, in a back alley off Pender Street, with a sleeping bag on top of a piece of flattened cardboard. The sky was clear and the moon glowed as bright as the Harbour Centre lookout that I could see across the street. I slept about 30 minutes between […]

Vancouver Websites Years Ago

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There are many milestones being celebrated in Vancouver this year. We have the 40th anniversary of the Whitecaps, the 25th anniversary of Bard on the Beach, The Arts Club’s 50th anniversary, the 50th anniversary of the Stanley Park Train, and several more. Many of these organizations and businesses have also been online for a long […]

Where to Watch FIFA World Cup in Vancouver: Latin America House

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Latincouver, a cultural and business society that hosts diverse, inclusive, and festive events, is proud to present Latin America House this summer, where you’ll be able to watch all FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver. Where to Watch FIFA World Cup in Vancouver Latin America House will show all FIFA World Cup games at Edgewater […]

YWCA Women of Distinction Awards 2014: Winners

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The Women of Distinction Awards is the YWCA’s premier fundraising event and this year, the 31st annual awards ceremony honours 60 outstanding nominees and 12 category winners. This event shines a spotlight on women whose achievements contribute to the well-being and future of our community and businesses and organizations that support the wellness and diverse […]

Cycle Challenge Canada: Vancouver Island

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In June and July this year, Ollie Blackmore will be attempting a world record by cycling around Vancouver Island solo and unsupported. This challenge is a world-first, and Ollie has planned this entirely by himself to fundraise for cancer charities in British Columbia and the UK. The hope is to raise $25,000 for BC Cancer […]