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PirateHouse Fundraiser

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The fun and festive spirit of the season meets fundraising with local families at the 4th annual PirateHouse Fundraiser in Burnaby. Consisting of an annual Halloween pirate-themed yard display and an online auction, PirateHouse began in 2013 as the brainchild of Dr. Julie Desroches to raise funds for St. Stephen Children’s Centre in Uganda. PirateHouse […]

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Granville Island Turkey Trot 2016

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Run and give in the spirit of Thanksgiving at the annual Granville Island Turkey Trot. This annual event brings together community in a celebration of Thanksgiving – demonstrating our gratitude for sport and our commitment to supporting others. A hallmark event, the Granville Island Turkey Trot features a fun 10KM race on Thanksgiving Monday, October […]

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Canuck Place Stories: The Evanow Family

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Now in its 12th year, the Canuck Place Gift of Time Gala has raised over $8 million in support of children and families at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. One such family are the Evanows. Their daughter, Florence had Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1 and passed away at Canuck Place the evening before Mother’s Day 2015. […]

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Win a TREND Vancouver Prize Pack

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TREND Vancouver is coming up in October, fusing boutique shopping with networking and business opportunities, designed with the modern woman in mind. The event offers a unique collaboration between 35 selected vendors from across the west coast, paired with community leaders and mentorship services. Photography Credit: The Collective You | Hair + Makeup + Styling: […]

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Kits House Night of Fun

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Kitsilano Neighbourhood House is hosting its annual Night of Fun fundraiser on Thursday September 29th, with a goal of raising $25,000 for its programs and services. Kits House Night of Fun Where: Kits House (2305 West 7th Ave, Vancouver) When: Thursday, September 29, 2016 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm Tickets: Available online now for $40 The […]

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