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Bell Let’s Talk Day
Wednesday, January 31st is Bell Let’s Talk Day – A campaign to raise awareness and fight the stigma surrounding mental illness. For every text message, wireless or long-distance call made by Bell customers, for every share on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat, Bell will donate money to programs dedicated to mental health. It is an…
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Newest Victoria Advisory Board Members
We are proud to announce the induction of our newest Victoria Advisory Board members April Dorey, Bruce Hallsor, Q.C., Jill Howard, and David Mason. See below for a brief background of our inductees: April Dorey is the lead Investment Advisor in the Dorey Wealth Management Group, which delivers high quality investment, financial and retirement planning…
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Salvation Army BC Shelter Services
Did you know the number of homeless deaths in British Columbia has hit an all-time high? The Salvation Army BC Division is uniquely positioned to help address the various needs of families affected by the housing affordability crisis by providing a warm and safe place for those seeking shelter and support. See below for a…
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Oak Bay teen aims to collect 1,000 presents at annual toy drive
Leah Smith was in front of the Oak Bay Avenue Pharmasave operating her annual one-girl toy drive. “This is my fourth consecutive year doing this,” explained Leah Smith. The grade 11 student from Oak Bay High School collected new and gently-used toys from the community. She will be delivering the donations to the Stan Hagen Centre…
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The Province Takes Action to Address Homelessness in Maple Ridge
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Salvation Army Thrift Store Locations
Out with the old, and in with the new! Make room for your Christmas gifts by donating unworn or gently used items to a Salvation Army thrift store near you. The clothes, household items, and furniture you donate will directly impact people in need of assistance in the community in which it was given. For…
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Local Woman Turns Food Waste into Help for Families in Need
Nicole Knauf grew up in a household that just didn’t waste food; in fact, her and her siblings would joke that her dad would eat anything. As she grew older, she realized that throwing away food really was an unfortunate reality. It became more obvious when Nicole began working at bakery as a teenager, when…
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Local Teen Purchases Gifts for Pediatrics Unit at Comox Valley Hospital
Eighteen year old Makenzie Jesse has had her fair share of hospital stays. Living with cerebral palsy, she has had over 12 surgeries in children’s hospitals across Canada and is often faced with long stays (sometimes over Christmas). It is this experience alone that has led Makenzie to help other children who are confined to…
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Local business man and family donates $10,000 in food to Salvation Army
Herb Millar is a local business owner in the Prince George community. Every year he, and his family, make a large donation to The Salvation Army food bank. Herb’s greatest wish is to ensure everyone in the community can enjoy a holiday meal surrounded by loved ones and friends. On average, The Salvation Army feeds…
