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Spirit of Vancouver® Archives

December 2004

Rezac, Stamp

Happy holidays from The Vancouver Board of Trade
Happy holidays from The Board's managing director, Darcy Rezac (L), along with Board of Trade and Spirit of Vancouver chairman Graeme Stamp and our popular SOV teddy bears.

Christmas at Canada Place

Canada Place presents the "Twelve Days of Christmas"
Christmas at Canada Place is set to celebrate the Twelve Days of Christmas from December 12 to 23, 2004 at the cruise ship terminal at Canada Place. This festive community event has become Vancouver’s largest indoor holiday celebration. Other attractions include the Avenue of Trees, the popular Starbucks Express miniature train and The Vancouver Sun Christmas Storytelling Corner. More...

Aquatica New Year's Celebration & Fundraiser

The Vancouver Aquarium presents Aquatica, a New Year's eve celebration and fundraiser
Be a part of Vancouver's coolest New Year's Eve event — Aquatica! Dance the night away, take a healthy, relaxing break at the Oxygen Bar and watch the Fire Dancers. Get your tickets online now for $95 while they last! Tickets are also available at Aquarium Admissions or by Info Line at 604-659-3527. Proceeds support the Aquarium's conservation programs. Ticket price includes champagne toast at midnight, late-night appetizer buffet, party favours and free shuttle to downtown. For more information, view/download the poster (PDF/791kb) at left or visit the Aquarium web site.

Rogers Santa Claus Parade on Global
Update! The Rogers Santa Claus Parade on Global is bigger than ever — now airing from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on December 24 and noon to 1:30 p.m. on Christmas Day, December 25. And check out our photo gallery from the first-ever Rogers Santa Claus Parade!

The Board's Christmas tree at Canada Place

Vancouver Board of Trade Christmas tree at Canada Place
Once again our fabulous team of volunteers has set up The Board's Christmas tree at Canada Place's "Avenue of Trees," an annual tradition. Be sure to stop by Canada Place to check out The Board's tree, along with all the other trees generously sponsored and decorated by Lower Mainland organizations. More...

Things Money Can't Buy

Things Money Can't Buy: Fabulous Christmas gifts only a click away!
Have you ever thought of naming a prized rose after your loved one? What about talking hockey with Gary Mason, Brian Burke and Marc Crawford over lunch? Never has shopping for Christmas been so easy or produced such unique results — the bidding begins for the Things Money Can’t BuyTM online auction at noon on Thursday, December 9 and closes at 5 p.m. on December 16. More...

Playland Holiday Special

For the holidays, give the gift of fun at Playland!
Don't miss out on this Holiday Special — save over $30 when you buy your 2005 Playland Season Pass before December 31, 2004. Only $39.95 for a season of fun... that's less than the cost of two visits! And, win a Playland Party Pak for you and 10 of your closest friends! More...

Showcase your organization at Canada Place this Christmas season
Planning is underway for the 17th Annual Christmas at Canada Place community family event, with proceeds going to help feed hungry kids in our lowest-income community. Corporations looking for ways to give back to the community during the holiday season are invited to participate in Vancouver’s largest indoor public Christmas event by sponsoring a Christmas tree or wreath. More...

"Christmas at Sea" at the Vancouver Maritime Museum

"Christmas at Sea" at the Vancouver Maritime Museum
On December 7 from 7 to 9 p.m., the Vancouver Maritime Museum will host an evening in the spirit of the holiday season just for members and donors and their families and friends. The fabulous Port Singers will perform and the evening will feature Christmas craft activities, story time, Museum tours, and refreshments. More...

City of Vancouver first municipality to participate in "20%" physical activity challenge
The City of Vancouver is the first municipal jurisdiction in B.C. to work with 2010 LegaciesNow and the provincial government to help meet the target of increasing physical activity amongst its citizens and employees by 20 per cent by 2010. "As host of the 2010 Games, it only makes sense... that the City and its residents take the lead in getting active and increasing our fitness levels," said Mayor Larry Campbell. Read media release.

The Prostate Centre at VGH

Hockey legend Guy Lafleur speaks at Men's Health Matters public forum
Legendary goal scorer Guy Lafleur is the guest speaker at the "Men’s Health Matters" public forum to be presented by The Prostate Centre at the Four Seasons Hotel on Thursday, December 1. The evening presentation will focus on such midlife concerns as prostate disease, heart disease and the role of testosterone on general health. More...



   


Spirit of Vancouver Partner




The Province and The Vancouver Sun

SOV Founding PartnerThe Province has been a vital part of the community since 1898 and The Vancouver Sun since 1912. They have special responsibilities to the community, and take those very seriously.

They lead B.C. in news, information, entertainment, commentary and analysis. And they are leaders in supporting cultural, educational, community and sporting events, including:

  • The Vancouver Sun Run (www.sunrun.com), Canada's largest 10K run
  • The Vancouver Sun Raise-a-Reader program (www.raise-a-reader.com) for children's literacy
  • The Province Empty Stocking Fund, helping needy families and children at Christmas
  • The BelieveBC campaign that celebrates success stories from all over B.C.

Both The Province and The Vancouver Sun are delighted and excited to partner with the Spirit of Vancouver®  campaign. Together, we can all make Vancouver a better place!

The Province
1-200 Granville Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6C 3N3
Phone: 604-605-2222
Fax: 604-605-2720
The Province

The Vancouver Sun
1-200 Granville Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6C 3N3
Phone: 604-605-2111
Fax: 604-605-2720
www.canada.com/vancouver/vancouversun

 

 

 

 

 

 



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