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Vancouver Events for Japan Disaster Relief

Comments 11 by Rebecca Bollwitt

On March 11th a series of earthquakes offshore shook Japan causing a devastating chain of events including a tsunami that permanently redefined the coastline. Thousands lost their lives and the country is still on high alert due to the instability of several nuclear power programs. From the Red Cross to Doctors Without Borders, many helpful […]

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THRiVEtastic Challenge with Trevor Linden

Comments 4 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Yesterday I was along for the ride as Trevor Linden ran around Vancouver unloading $7,000 in 7 hours for the THRiVEtastic campaign. He was selected by ING Direct to compete against Henry Burris (Calgary), Amber Mac (Toronto), and Tammy Verge (Montreal), by spending money using their new Thrive ‘fee free’ chequing account. Each participant received […]

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Cures for Kids, Making Magic Show 2011

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Founded by high school student Perri Tutelman in 2009, Cures for Kids is a Vancouver-based organization that raises funds and awareness for Cancer research programs in BC. This month, they will be hosting the second annual Making Magic Show at the River Rock. When she returned from the National Science Fair in 2009, Perri (who […]

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Fill a Bin for the Kids with Surrey Food Bank

by Rebecca Bollwitt

With rising food prices, the donation levels at local food banks are falling. The “Fill a Bin for the Kids” event will try to raise awareness for the Surrey Food Bank‘s efforts and to give their supplies a boost throughout the year. The event takes place Saturday March 19th and Sunday March 20th at the […]

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Canstruction 2011

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Canstruction returns to Vancouver this weekend under the sails at Canada Place. This annual fundraiser for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society will feature the works of 23 creative teams as they build structures and sculptures using canned goods. Photo credit: Stephen Rees on Flickr gordonr on Flickr The displays are then judged in categories […]

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The Big Book Drive

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Big Book Drive will take place this Saturday at Lansdowne Mall in Richmond. Spearheaded by an SFU Project Management team, they will be collecting book donations that will go to the Salvation Army’s Family Support Services and other literacy-related programs. Organizer Joseph Choi told me by email: “All books collected will go towards the […]

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Oscar Parties in Vancouver 2011

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

It was a big year for movies and Hollywood North is celebrating in style with a few Oscar parties being hosted around town. Photo credit: lincolnblues Little Black Dress Oscar Party Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on West Georgia When: Sunday, February 27 from 3:00pm Tickets: $25 in advance online through ClubZone Info: The event will […]

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Vancouver 2010 Banners Still on Sale

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Last August I announced that Vancouver 2010 Winter Games street banners were for sale from VANOC with proceeds benefitting Tradeworks Training Society. A few months later, and closer to the anniversary celebrations, there are still banners available for purchase from The Flag Shop. Photo credit: cheukiecfu The banners range from $34.95 to $79.95 (for ones […]

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Vancouver Twestival 2011: Save the Date

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Vancouver Twestival 2011 will take place March 24th and my organizational team is already on their toes, arranging sponsors, prizes, and securing a venue. For those unfamiliar with Twestival, Vancouver’s largest Twitter-based fundraiser, here’s a bit of background. Tweet. Meet. Give. Twestival is a Twitter Festival, the brainchild of a small group of people who […]

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Pink Cupcakes for Anti-Bullying at Take 5 Cafe

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The annual “Bullying Stops here – Pink Shirt Day” is coming up February 23, 2011 and a local cafe is serving up a sweet treat to raise awareness. Visit your local Take 5 Cafe any day in February to purchase a pink cupcake for $2 and all proceeds will go to the Boys and Girls […]

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