This holiday season help make a difference in a young person’s life by supporting these holiday toy drives located in communities around Vancouver. Donations of new, unwrapped gifts, monetary donations and more are welcomed.
A holiday Wish List at the bottom of this page may assist in your planned giving
Holiday Toy Drives Around Vancouver
Toy Mountain at Guildford Date: November 27-29, 2024 Location: Centre Court at Town Centre (10355 152 St, Surrey) Details: For the 11th year, Bell Media’s Toy Mountain will be accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys for the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau. Early risers who make a donation between 6:00am and 10:00am, can enjoy a complimentary breakfast to go from Triple O’s.
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Vancouver is gearing up for an event of epic proportions as Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour touches down December 6 to 8, 2024. From holiday shopping and choosing the perfect ‘fit for dining out, to last-minute concert preparations and satellite events that will bring the global community together, Yaletown’s TaylorTown celebration is at the heart of it all.
Yaletown is borderds by Robson Street, Homer, Drake and Pacific streets and adjacent to BC Place. Two boutiques of note are Fine Finds and West of Woodward, who have each offered up some gift cards to give away!
This morning in Vancouver, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, introduced the Invictus Games School Program, with the help of local children and youth. As part of the lead-up to the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler (February 8-16, 2025), this initiative—the first of its kind for the Games—aims to help teachers and students around the world engage with the spirit of the event by sparking meaningful dialogue around the themes of inclusivity and resilience.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex at an Invictus Games event in Vancouver. Miss604/R. Bollwitt photo
Invictus Games Classroom Resources
The school program’s classroom resources include things teachers can do in school, and also community connection opportunities for the students. Resources are free to download, for students and teachers all over the world, and are available in French and English. These 1-5 day lesson plans aim to inspire students and spark meaningful dialogue around the themes of inclusivity and resilience.
the Vancouver International Black Film Festival (VIBFF) is returning for its fourth year from December 13-17, 2024 celebrating cultural diversity and creative excellence with 35 films from around the globe.
The VIBFF All Access Online Pass gives access to the entire online film programming and can be purchased on the Festival’s website for $45 (plus taxes/fees). The All Access In-person Pass gives access to the entire in-person film programming and can be purchased on the Festival’s website for $39 (plus taxes/fees). In-person single tickets for films are available for $12, and $20 for the Opening Night film. Both can be purchased on the Festival’s website.
The festival features films, engaging panels, workshops, and events, designed to connect with audiences from all communities. It celebrates the talent of creators from diverse backgrounds and provides a space for them to share their stories while reflecting on the challenges they face.
Finding Healing in Grief at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice
As a parent, you have hopes and dreams for your child—that they’ll be happy, healthy, and celebrate life’s milestones. You don’t plan for your child to receive a cancer diagnosis before their second birthday.
At just 14 months old, Tristan Rempel was diagnosed with ependymoma brain cancer after his brain tumor erupted. While he made a miraculous recovery, his cancer came back when he was three years old, and his parents, Jenn and Matt, received the agonizing news that their son’s cancer was terminal.
It was at this time that the Rempel family was introduced to Canuck Place.
After their initial meeting with Canuck Place clinicians, the Rempels immediately felt a sense of relief in identifying their care goals for Tristan and how they could work with Canuck Place to achieve them. This included receiving care in-home.
