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Megaphone Magazine’s Big Sell

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Megaphone Magazine’s local vendors will be showing some local celebrities, politicians, and business leaders the ropes this Thursday as they pair up for the Big Sell. Megaphone Magazine’s Big Sell The Big Sell is a way to raise the profile of homelessness in our communities, and to highlight Megaphone’s social enterprise model as a means […]

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Send A Loving Spoonful CandyGram

by Rebecca Bollwitt

It’s never too early to think about how you can send a thoughtful, sweet, and funny message to a special someone in your life. A Loving Spoonful CandyGrams are now available to purchase for Valentine’s Day, with proceeds going directly to assisting those with HIV/AIDS. A Loving Spoonful CandyGrams CandyGrams include a special-edition Valentine’s Day […]

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Variety’s 50th Show of Hearts Telethon

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Variety – The Children’s Charity, is planning a spectacular celebration for the 50th anniversary of its Show of Hearts Telethon. Happening Valentine’s Day weekend (February 13 & 14, 2016) festivities will be hosted by ET Canada’s Erin Cebula at The Centre in Downtown Vancouver and will also be live on Global BC from The Theatre […]

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YWCA Skate Night at Robson Square

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Miss604 is pleased to partner with YWCA Metro Vancouver to present YWCA Skate Night at Robson Square next week. YWCA Skate Night at Robson Square Where: Robson Square ice rink (between Hornby and Howe, Downtown Vancouver) When: Friday, January 15, 2016 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm Admission is free or by donation to the YWCA, and […]

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Last Call for YWCA Women of Distinction Award Nominations

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Do you know a woman whose outstanding achievements contribute to the well-being and future of Metro Vancouver? Do you know of a business or organization that supports the wellness and diverse needs of its employees? Consider nominating a woman or workplace for a YWCA Women of Distinction Award! YWCA Women of Distinction Award Nominations Nominations […]

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Polar Bear Swim New Year’s Day Vancouver, White Rock, North Vancouver

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

It was in 1920 that Peter Pantages created the Polar Bear Swim Club in Vancouver and the brisk ocean dip has been a New Year’s Day tradition for the last 96 years. Peter Pantages on a snowy Vancouver beach in 1927. Archives# CVA 99-1786. Polar Bear Swim Vancouver The Vancouver Polar Bear Swim takes place […]

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Light a Life at Canuck Place

by Rebecca Bollwitt

This Christmas you are invited to Light a Life at Canuck Place. When you make a donation this holiday season you can light a virtual light to honour or celebrate someone special in your life. Image courtesy of Canuck Place Light a Life at Canuck Place A donation of any amount will allow you to […]

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Hope in Shadows 2016 Calendar

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The 2016 Hope in Shadows calendar is now for sale and you can scoop one up from your local Megaphone Magazine vendor, located on a bustling street corner in Vancouver or Victoria. There are a few layers to the Hope in Shadows project, starting with the photographs that go in the calendars. Hope in Shadows, […]

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