I have been sharing stories about Cuso International’s high priority maternal and child health projects in Ethiopia, Benin, Nigeria, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Behind these stories are some amazing local women who have volunteered with Cuso over the years, like Maggie Woo Kinshella of Vancouver.

The RunGo Dash for Dogs, a guided 10km, 5km or 2km run or walk through Stanley Park, is coming up on February 24, 2018 and 100% of proceeds going to BC & Alberta Guide Dogs.

It’s the 30th anniversary of the Stanley Park Ecology Society! This month’s guest post has been contributed by Ben Hill.

The 52nd Show of Hearts Telethon returns this Sunday on Global BC, supporting Variety – The Children’s Charity of BC. Tune in to hear stories, watch performances, and get updates from children you met during Variety Week 2017.

Vancouver Olympic Cauldron Lighting to Cheer on Team Canada at the Pyeongchang Olympics: Thursday, February 8, 2018 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Jack Poole Plaza in Downtown Vancouver

Join the Megaphone Magazine Big Sell on February 6th as local celebrities, business leaders, influencers, and politicians spend an hour as Megaphone Guest Vendors, selling Megaphone alongside vendors to support them and raise the profile of poverty and homelessness in our communities.

The 45th annual Vancouver Chinese New year Parade, happening February 18, 2018, is a free celebration for all to ring in the Year of the Dog. This signature event features lion dances, cultural dance troupes, marching bands, martial arts performances and much more.

10 Indoor Activities You’ll Want to Try in Coquitlam! From Metro Vancouver’s largest climbing gym to bowling, escape rooms and some fancy puppetry, here are 10 family-friendly reasons to head to Coquitlam on a rainy day.

BC Youth Week, happening May 1-7, 2018, is a week of fun, interactive celebrations intended to build a strong connection between young people and their communities. Join as a sponsor, member, or event host today.

Join the Take a Hike Foundation Moonlight Snowshoe on February 15, 2018 and learn more about this organization that establishes the right conditions necessary for students to experience success and provides students the opportunity to graduate, rebuild relationships and develop life skills.