Canada Place celebrates The True North — Fun and Free for Canada Day
Canada Place Corporation, its sponsors and media partners are pleased to present the 18^th annual Canada Day at Canada Place celebration on Friday, July 1, 2005. This year’s theme is "The True North — Fun and Free," celebrating Canada’s regional diversity. More...

Canada Day at Canada Place: Call for volunteers

Admiral's Cannon Ball Blast
Sea Vancouver Festival July 6 to 10 is about to set sail, and The Vancouver Board of Trade along with the Spirit of Vancouver^® invite you to join in on the celebrations. Sign up for Sea Vancouver's Opening Night VIP reception and concert at the Admiral's Cannon Ball Blast on July 6. Details (please note registration has now concluded)

Visitors to shuttle between shoreline sites and floating city at Sea Vancouver — July 6 to 10, 2005
Organizers of Vancouver’s new West-Coast style maritime fun festival, Sea Vancouver, will create North America’s first "floating city" in the waters off English Bay where tall ship enthusiasts can view the extraordinary vessels up close. More...

Sea Vancouver Festival seeks volunteers!

Charity fundraiser for The Ladybug Foundation
Join us on Friday, July 8 for a charity fundraiser at Mark's Fiasco, 2486 Bayswater Street in Vancouver. The evening features a '70s and '80s retro dance theme and DJ by Smooth Grooves Productions, with proceeds donated to The Ladybug Foundation Inc. to benefit the homeless in B.C. More...

World Beach Bocce Tournament, benefiting Boys' & Girls' Clubs of Greater Vancouver
The 1^st Annual World Beach Bocce Tournament takes place Saturday, July 9, at spectacular Kitsilano Beach. This uniquely West Coast "laid-back" variation on the game of Bocce requires no previous experience, builds friendships, celebrates community, and gives back — all while having an absolute blast at the beach! More...

Take the plunge for arthritis!
The Arthritis Research Centre of Canada and Swim BC are pleased to announce the launch of the first ever Aquatics for Arthritis on September 10, 2005. This is a new fundraising event in which participants get in the water for a team or individual challenge. Put together a corporate team and encourage your employees to get involved — register before July 11 to be entered in our early bird draw! More...

2005 Vancouver Folk Music Festival
You are the folk... this is your music! Musicians, singers and songwriters from around the world and across the street will be gathering at beautiful Jericho Beach Park from July 15 to 17, 2005 for Vancouver's 28^th annual celebration of traditional and contemporary folk and roots music. More...

Walk with the Dragon celebrates 20^th anniversary
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Walk with the Dragon is one of the largest community-based fundraising events held in Vancouver's scenic Stanley Park. The longest charity dragon in North America, carried by 40 martial artists, leads over 13,000 walkers to participate in the 7 km walk along the Seawall. More...

Weekend to End Breast Cancer: Divas for a Difference at Eccotique Aveda Spa
On July 19, 2005, you're invited to join The Megahair Family in the fight against breast cancer. This fun-filled event will include stress-relieving treatments, hand massages, foot soak and massages, makeup touch-ups, Shiatsu experiences, door prizes, beverages, nibbles and more. Get ready to be pampered! More...

Tour de Gastown 2005
On Wednesday, July 20, the Gastown Business Improvement Society and Spirit of Vancouver^® present the Tour de Gastown, the richest and most prestigious one-day bike race in Canada. Now in its fourth year back, the race attracts visitors from around B.C. and 30,000 spectators are expected for Wednesday’s race. Join us in Vancouver’s most historic neighbourhood for an unforgettable night of bike racing as North America’s fastest riders race wheel-to-wheel for more than $15,000 in cash prizes and a chance to add their name to a list of Gastown winners that includes the great Lance Armstrong.

• Opening Ceremonies: 5:45 p.m.
• Women’s Race: 6:15 p.m.
• Men’s Race: 7:30 p.m.
  

Help kick breast cancer! Whitecaps Women vs. Washington DC Freedom
On Thursday, July 21, the Vancouver Whitecaps will be hosting a special exhibition game at Swangard Stadium in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF). On the pitch, the 2004 W-League Champion Whitecaps Women will take on the 2003 WUSA Champion Washington DC Freedom. Off the pitch, $2 from every ticket sold through Ticketmaster will be donated to the CBCF.  More...

Nominations for the 2005 Ethics in Action^TM Awards are now open!
Nominating a company or individual for an Ethics in Action Award is an excellent opportunity to recognize their achievements in Corporate Social Responsibility. Nominations are currently open to businesses and individuals in BC. Companies and individuals may also nominate themselves. For more information or to submit a nomination, click the button at left. Deadline for nominations: July 22, 2005.

Davis Cup Invitational Charity Golf Tournament
July 22, 2005 is the date for the 13^th annual Davis Cup Invitational Charity Golf Tournament. This year, it is our goal to raise $18,000+ and send 60 children or more, living in poverty in the Downtown Eastside, to a week of summer camp through Union Gospel Mission’s Summer Camp fund. More...

Boca del Lupo presents Vasily the Luckless,  July 27 to August 14
Boca del Lupo presents Vasily the Luckless, a free, outdoor, all-ages, roving spectacular in Stanley Park. Whether suspended from the tops of trees or floating in the middle of Lost Lagoon, Boca’s summer production provides a most unique and completely accessible experience for the community. More...

Comics for Cancer
Thursday, July 28, 2005 marks the date of the hottest comedy show in town, "Comics For Cancer, a benefit for Cops For Cancer at the world-renowned Yuk Yuks Comedy Club. Join us to help raise awareness for Cops For Cancer through laughter — the best medicine. More...