https://youtu.be/WxS6j52G52c As British Columbia battles wildfires, animals need just as much help as people. The BC Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) provides evacuation, emergency sheltering, reunification, and other services to pets affected by fires. Leon Davis, Senior Manager of Animal Care Services for the IslandContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/1AvbzFiw4zw B.C. MLA has joined a Pro-Israel rally where she announced to the community that she had filed a private prosecution against a Samidoun organizer. Dallas Broudie is a Member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia and a leader of a provincial party, “OneBC”. She has filed a privateContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/bCftellmAEw Aleesa and Nicole Chekoy are 13 and 11 years old. Around three months ago, they started slime-making workshops and now proudly call themselves young entrepreneurs. A slime-making workshop is a hands-on activity where kids create their own stretchy slime using glue, glitter and other fun materials. The sisters guideContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/Vf-cFki1Abc The largest Bubble Tea Festival in Canada has made its return to Metro Vancouver, filling Burnaby’s Swangard Stadium with colour, music, and celebration. The event united devoted fans and curious visitors who came to have fun, and was organized by the Canadian Community Action and Restorative Empowerment Society, aContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/6JzjXhPY81Y BC Day is celebrated on the first Monday in August. This year was no exception, as British Columbians paused to enjoy a day off and celebrate a holiday that highlights the province’s natural beauty, culture, and identity. Families headed to beaches and parks to enjoy the summer weekend. AlthoughContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/2h269lSspT0 The Torchlight Parade returned after a break, featuring local performers and community groups at the 74th Semiahmoo Days. Semiahmoo Days is a weekend-long celebration in the coastal city of White Rock honouring the Semiahmoo First Nation and their heritage on these lands. The festival presents live performances, vendors, andContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/yEJqzOE3mr4 The Maple Hope Foundation has been providing relief from the impact of war since 2014. They have organized charity events, delivered medical aid, and supported Ukraine through cultural and humanitarian initiatives. Now, the focus for the Maple Hope Foundation is on motivating others to help those coping with loss.Continue Reading
https://youtu.be/zXS74cy34aU The Aboriginal Mother Centre Society’s (AMCS) weekly BBQ has been providing food and care to elders for over 15 years. The AMCS supports Indigenous families across communities, providing housing for mothers and their children, as well as supplying food bags for Elders. Every other Monday, the AMCS welcomes theContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/KQqdM7Oid6M At the University of British Columbia (UBC), the BC Brain Wellness Program hosted an event dedicated to World Brain Day, where they showcased the importance of creativity in the lives of older adults. The BC Wellness Program is a provincial network that offers more than 28 support and educationContinue Reading
