100% of ticket revenue goes directly to the Personalized Onco-Genomics (POG) programme at the BC Cancer Foundation.
Over the last two years, iconic Canadian Rock performers have united to stage a benefit concert in the ongoing battle to beat cancer. As the brainchild of legendary drummer Rocket Norton of PRISM who sadly passed away from the disease this past April, these sold-out shows have electrified Vancouver and raised $660,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation.
Iconic Vancouver and Western Canadian artists will join in solidarity to perform their classic hits including Loverboy, Chilliwack, Powder Blues Band, Lee Aaron, Barney Bentall, Trooper’s Hot Shots, Streetheart, and Seeds of Time.
As with previous years, these musicians and friends have generously donated their time and talents for an undertaking that has touched each and every one of their lives, not to mention yours. The evening will also include a live auction of unique music memorabilia as well as a video tribute to the late, great Rocket Norton.
About the Cause
Proceeds from ROCK BEATS CANCER go to the BC Cancer Foundation (BCCF), specifically, the Personalised Onco-Genomics (POG) Program – a world-leading research initiative that uses intensive genomic data collection and analysis to identify and understand the genomic alterations that drive cancer growth, metastasis, and the biological evolution and response to therapies. Donations to BCCF in memory of Rocket Norton can also be made online.
All donations to this program are matched dollar for dollar by the Federal Government of Canada, doubling the impact of all ticket and auction revenue. More information is available on the BC Cancer Foundation website.
Join Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars in Vancouver, this November and December, for a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy through timeless tales and today’s favourites.
This weekend around Metro Vancouver we have free festivals, PNE concerts (and food), baseball, Chinatown celebrations, an Indigenous festival at Sunset Beach, and much more. Miss604 sponsors free events including the outdoor movie in Burnaby, Sounds Like Summer at Burnaby Mountain Park, and the summer season at Burnaby Village Museum. Find these activities and many more things to do around Vancouver listed below:
The BWSS Drive for School Supplies will provide school essentials for students Kindergarten through to Grade 7 in Vancouver. This is your chance to assist single mothers and their children in creating a great start to the school year.
BWSS Drive for School Supplies
Campaign runs August 21 to September 6, 2024
Your donations will profoundly impact the lives of young learners, providing essential tools for children to succeed in the upcoming school year. Many single mothers accessing BWSS services are facing significant financial challenges, and the cost of school supplies can be a heavy burden. For children in these vulnerable situations, having the right school supplies can make a world of difference in the educational experience, fostering a sense of normalcy and stability.
How to Support
*note the previous link with the Staples supplies shopping list is unavailable so this is the next best option for supporting the campaign:
In the “Write a private message to us” section, please mention “Drive for School Supplies” and optionally include which grade from K to 7 you’re interested in supporting
Supplies for each grade cost an average of $75-$250 per student
With your donation, our team will buy school supplies for the single mothers who access BWSS so their children can begin the school year with the necessary supplies.
The thrill of going back to school, the joy of receiving new supplies, and the potential for learning, making friends, and exploring new possibilities are all integral parts of a child’s school experience. By participating in this drive, you’re not just donating supplies; you’re helping to create a supportive environment where children can thrive. You’re also providing a single mother with the reassurance of solidarity of a strong community behind her.
In Loving Memory
This initiative is organized in loving memory of Kat Zu’comulwat Norris, a beloved friend, from Lyackson First Nation, and founder of the Indigenous Action Movement. Kat was a passionate advocate for education and community support. Each year, before her passing in 2022, she organized school supply drives with unwavering dedication. Her commitment to the community and belief in the power of education continue to inspire us. This drive is a tribute to her legacy.
About BWSS
Battered Women’s Support Services provides education, advocacy, and support services to assist all women in its aim to work towards the elimination of violence and to work from a feminist perspective that promotes equality for all women. Follow BWSS on Facebook for more information.
The sweet aroma of mini donuts radiated from my email inbox as I received word of this year’s food options at the PNE Fair. I scrambled to find some vegetarian options, top of the mainstays, and was pleasantly surprised.
Food Options at the PNE Fair
If you’re headed to the fair (on now until September 2nd) for Dueling Pianos, agriculture displays, For the Love of Drag, cooking demonstrations, musical performances, exhibits, and Summer Night Concerts, here are some of your new food options:
