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Glamour, Gastronomy & Giving: Passions 2024 Raises $228,000 for Dr. Peter Centre

At the end of last month, Granville Island’s Performance Works was transformed into a red-carpet affair for Passions 2024, one of Vancouver’s most anticipated culinary fundraiser events. Presented by RBC, the evening brought together some of the city’s top chefs, food enthusiasts, and generous supporters to raise funds for the Dr. Peter Centre‘s vital Food...

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Hosted by WORTH, ‘Yes Shef’ Returns to Celebrate Women in the Culinary Arts

One of BC’s most anticipated culinary events is back! Yes Shef returned for an engaging evening at the prestigious Fairmont Pacific Rim. The exclusive evening, hosted by WORTH Association, celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in the food and beverage industry. Yes Shef is a powerful gathering where seasoned chefs honour the importance of nurturing new talent,...

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VGH+UBC Hospital Foundation’s Vitality Gala Raises Almost $2.5M for Healthcare Innovation in BC

The recent VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation‘s third annual Vitality Gala was a resounding success, attracting over 800 influential figures from BC’s corporate, philanthropic, and medical circles. The event, which was presented by B2Gold Corp, brought in an astonishing $2,482,989 in donations for healthcare innovation in BC. Notably, the gala featured a historic winning bid of $320,000...

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Arts Umbrella Splash Art Auction Returns with Claxton, Coupland, Clarkes, and Dixon

Arts Umbrella is thrilled to announce the 42nd annual Splash Art Auction at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Presented by Nicola Wealth and co-chaired by Christie Garofalo and Bruce Munro Wright, Splash is the not-for-profit’s flagship charitable art auction, with proceeds ensuring that all young people, regardless of economic or social circumstance, receive a high-quality arts education....

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Pride Cocktail Kickoff Raises Over $100,000 for Dr Peter Centre! [PHOTOS]

The PRIDE COCKTAIL KICK-OFF, benefiting the Dr Peter Centre, was a glorious event on an enchanting rooftop that celebrated diversity and inclusivity. The party was filled with exquisite attire, a sense of togetherness, and boundless joy, bringing together a community of different backgrounds and identities. Performances by House of Lola, Kendall Gender, Kara Juku, and...

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The Contour Concierge: The FEM Group & Miss Universe Canada Present ‘Fueling Hope’ Gala at D/6

Last week, VIP guests and supporters joined other charity-minded individuals for a special gathering led by Vancouver delegate for Miss Universe Canada 2024, Mia Fiona Kut and FEM Group founder Juliana Lopes. The location was the award-winning D/6 Bar & Lounge at PARQ Vancouver Casino Resort. D/6 is known for being quintessentially Vancouver, and its vibrant...

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Holt Renfrew Hosts Event Benefiting SDC Foundation Sponsored by JKWG

On June 13th, the prestigious GreenTee Golf Shop sponsored an exclusive, invitation-only charity event at the breathtaking rooftop of Holt Renfrew in downtown Vancouver. Set against the backdrop of shimmering skyscrapers and the azure sky, the event unfolded flawlessly, thanks to the impeccable organization and support of our gracious host. This highly anticipated gathering heralded...

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ARThritis Soiree 2024 Raises $413,000 for Life-Changing Research

The ARThritis Soirée, Arthritis Research Canada’s signature fundraising event, raised $413,000 in support of life-changing arthritis research as the organization marked 25 years of finding answers for millions living with arthritis. The elegant cocktail event occurred at the Paradox Hotel Vancouver on May 23. It hosted business and community leaders, healthcare professionals, philanthropists, people with arthritis, and individuals who...

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‘For Children We Care’ raises $2 million for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation

BC Children’s Hospital Foundation launched its Clinical Trials Super Hub fundraising endeavour in November 2023 to advance medical treatments and promote groundbreaking discoveries across all areas of BC Children’s Hospital by providing children battling severe illnesses with access to the latest medications and treatments closer to home, improving and saving the lives of more children,...

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Vancouver Opera’s Launches Bizet’s Carmen with 1950s Setting

Vancouver Opera is closing its successful 2023-2024 season with Georges Bizet’s most beloved opera, Carmen. The stage has been set for an abundance of passion, drama, world-class talent, and an unforgettable experience for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Carmen is one of the most widely performed works in operatic history, and Vancouver audiences will have five opportunities to see this production. The excitement surrounding Vancouver Opera’s 2023-2024 season...

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Glamour, Gastronomy & Giving: Passions 2024 Raises $228,000 for Dr. Peter Centre

Hosted by WORTH, ‘Yes Shef’ Returns to Celebrate Women in the Culinary Arts

VGH+UBC Hospital Foundation’s Vitality Gala Raises Almost $2.5M for Healthcare Innovation in BC

Arts Umbrella Splash Art Auction Returns with Claxton, Coupland, Clarkes, and Dixon

Pride Cocktail Kickoff Raises Over $100,000 for Dr Peter Centre! [PHOTOS]

The Contour Concierge: The FEM Group & Miss Universe Canada Present ‘Fueling Hope’ Gala at D/6

Holt Renfrew Hosts Event Benefiting SDC Foundation Sponsored by JKWG

ARThritis Soiree 2024 Raises $413,000 for Life-Changing Research

‘For Children We Care’ raises $2 million for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation

Vancouver Opera’s Launches Bizet’s Carmen with 1950s Setting

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