Tickets for the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards are now on sale for their gala event June 1st. Photo credit: Jody Taylor on Flickr Proceeds support the YWCA’s programs throughout the Lower Mainland and are eligible for a tax receipt. Admission includes dinner as well as the awards ceremony at the Westin Bayshore. You can […]

Vancouver is hosting a Garage Sale for Shelter on Saturday May 15th. This is inspired by the National Garage Sale for Shelter campaign from which proceeds are donated to local women’s shelters and violence prevention programs for youth and children via the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. When Saturday May 15, 2010 from 10:00am – 4:00pm […]

Spring is in full swing in Metro Vancouver with seasonal and community events across the region. I’m starting this month’s event Link Fest early so that I can add on as necessary. Photo credit: kennymatic on Flickr Saturday May 1, 2010 Make it Vancouver (Saturday & Sunday) Doors Open Richmond (Saturday & Sunday) Jane’s Walk […]

The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards take place in Vancouver June 1st, 2010. The list of nominees has just been announced along with a new people’s choice category, Connecting the Community. Women from around Metro Vancouver have been nominated for their dedication to various community programs, businesses, leadership, and outreach. The categories are Arts, Culture […]

BC Youth Week is back the first week of May celebrating the enthusiasm, skills, and accomplishments of the youth in our province. There are dozens of activities and events scheduled across BC including several in Metro Vancouver. Create a team and join the Amazing Youth Race 2010 in Coquitlam at Town Centre Park on Friday […]