Archive of posts tagged "non-profit"

SIFE Dream Auction 2011

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Photo credit: SIFE Simon Fraser Organized by Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) at Simon Fraser University, the Dream Auction supports Canuck Place Children’s Hospice by way of an entertaining and charitable evening, which has been coinciding with the playoffs since 1997. This year guests can bid on signed Canucks merchandise such as a limited edition […]

ArtStarts Gallery

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Earlier this week I had the opportunity to tour ArtStarts on Richards, just off Robson. This is the headquarters of a province-wide not-for-profit program to bring schools together with local artists through performances, programs, and exhibitions. Founded in 1996, ArtStarts programs have reached half a million students each year and in 2006 they became the […]

Red Cross Red Carpet Soiree 2011

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The Canadian Red Cross is hosting its 4th annual Red Carpet Soiree at Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar May 12, 2011. This is one of my favourite annual events in Vancouver, and I have attended since 2009 with my good friend Keira-Anne. Aside from the dozens of coveted silent auction items, the deliciously addictive […]

Wheel to Heal 2011

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Wheel to Heal is coming up in May as locals ride their bikes to raise funds for Eagle Ridge Hospital in the Tri-Cities area. Participants are challenged to fundraise (by way of a personal campaign website) for the event which will consist of riding a 10km, 40km, or 80km course throughout Port Moody, Coquitlam, and […]

YWCA Women of Distinction Awards 2011: Nominees

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The nominees for the YWCA’s Women of Distinction Awards have been announced and the winners will be awarded at a banquet ceremony Tuesday, May 31st at the Westin Bayshore. Inspiring women from around the region have been nominated in for their work in Arts, Culture & Design, Business & the Professions, Community Building, Education, Training […]