Imagine the weight of pregnancy, with a young daughter to care for amidst the chaos of war, all while being a military wife. Now imagine having to flee your homeland due to conflict, leaving your husband behind to serve and starting a new life in a foreign country, with no support, no family, and no  […]

In a heartfelt tradition spanning three years, the Maan family dedicates themselves to collecting toys across the Lower Mainland to brighten the Christmas season for those in need. Inspired by the memory of their late Uncle Vinny, the family channels grief into a joyous cause. “Witnessing the positive influence on families and children during the  […]

The Greater Vancouver Advisory Board recently welcomed our newest member, Georgia Stavridis. Considered one of the most influential women in finance in British Colombia according to BC Business Magazine in 2019, Georgia has more than 20 years experience working at HSBC. In her career at the bank, she held several senior compliance positions: Senior Vice  […]

The Salvation Army hosted a celebration luncheon for three essential names on the Greater Vancouver Advisory Board: Tom Skidmore, Kelly Heed and George Hungerford. Together, the three have given more than 90 years of intense dedication to The Salvation Army. “With great happiness that we can honour three long-time members of our Greater Vancouver Advisory  […]

Earlier this year the Greater Vancouver Advisory Board welcomed our newest member, Bill Aujla. A great leader in the real estate community, he brings a great deal of leadership experience to our group. Bill is the Vice President of Real Estate at Aquilini Investment Group, and possesses extensive experience in real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development, and  […]

On February 10, our Ridge Meadows Ministries officially opened the newly renovated Community and Family Services and administrative office located at 23315 Dewdney Trunk Road, in Maple Ridge. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for our programs and services has drastically increased and has continued to do so in recent years. In the communities of  […]

The following is part of an Advent sermon shared by Major Sandra Rowsell, Divisional Secretary for Women’s Ministries, Divisional Community Family Services Consultant, and Divisional Modern Slavery Human Trafficking Response Advocate.   While we know the shepherds were there during the night of Jesus’ birth, we do not know much about them, other than they  […]

Three years ago, the Maan family lost Vinny during the holiday season. He was a caring son, brother, and a loving uncle to his nieces and nephews. “He would do anything to make the kids happy,” says his sister Pinder. Vinny was known for his love of the Christmas season and enjoyed giving gifts and  […]

Fabio Russo is the friendly face that greets you when you arrive at The Salvation Army’s Harbour Light facility in Vancouver. He’s been working at the front desk for about five years now, but before that he was a client himself. Fabio was born and raised in Montreal. During his younger years, he worked with  […]

Earlier this year the Greater Vancouver Advisory Board welcomed our newest member, Sharon Singh. A well-recognized lawyer in the community she brings a great deal of leadership experience to our group.   Sharon is a partner at Bennett Jones law firm and was recommended to us by Greg D’Avignon, CEO of the Business Council of  […]