Archive for the category "charity"

DDA Night at the Nat: Win Vancouver Canadians Tickets

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The Developmental Disabilities Association is sponsoring their 5th annual Vancouver Canadians game this summer. The Canadians, known for their community promotions and support of local non-profits are a great partner for the DDA, which is dedicated to raising funds and awareness in support of children and adults with a developmental disability. “In 1952, twelve parents […]

Surrey Beer Club Launch

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Part craft beer tasting, part fundraiser, Surrey Beer Club comes to life this August. What A free beer tasting and fundraising event for the Surrey Memorial Hospital Foundation. Tariq Kahn, the Brewmaster at Big Ridge Brewing and Tony Dewald, the Brewmaster at Dead Frog, will have casks at the ready. Where Big Ridge Brewing at […]

Five Hole For Food 2012 Schedule

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Five Hole For Food is a cross-country journey with stops in major cities to play road hockey and raise funds for local food banks. Now into its 3rd year, the schedule for this summer’s tour has just been released: St. John’s July 3rd, Halifax July 5th, Charlottetown July 6th, Saint John July 7th, Montreal July […]

BC Children’s Hospital Miracle Weekend 2012

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The 25th annual BC Children’s Hospital Miracle Weekend takes place this Saturday and Sunday with live broadcasts on Global BC. It’s an event that is always on my calendar, sent to my inbox, and this year a very special reminder even arrived at my front door. Tune into Global BC from 7:00pm to 11:00pm on […]

YWCA Women of Distinction Awards 2012: Live Blog

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The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards are being held tonight at the Westin Bayshore to recognize outstanding women who have contributed to a variety of professional fields and communities around Metro Vancouver. 2012 Business & Professions recipient Patricia Graham of Pacific Newspaper Group For the third year as a sponsor, I am presenting a live […]