Humour in the Workplace announces Special Merit Award winner, Sun and Province publisher Dennis Skulsky
Dennis Skulsky, president and publisher of Pacific Newspaper Group, will be the recipient of the 2006 Humour In The Workplace Special Merit Award, one of four annual Humour In The Workplace awards to be given out at a ceremony at Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club on May 23. More...

Update on The History of Metropolitan Vancouver
In Chuck Davis's forthcoming book, The History of Metropolitan Vancouver, each year in the region's past gets its own chapter and sponsor. To date, the book is up to more than 500,00 words and 80 sponsors — but there are still several years available for sponsorship! More...

New facilities and partnerships help grow soccer in Vancouver
The proposed 15,000-seat waterfront stadium in Gastown is just one element in promoting the sport of soccer in B.C. and Canada, according to the business and sport leaders of the Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver’s professional soccer franchise. More...

BC Lions net six in CFL Canadian Draft
The BC Lions enjoyed a bountiful harvest of Canadian talent during today’s CFL Canadian College Draft. "Overall,this was a very deep draft and we’re very happy with the selections we were able to make," said GM and head coach Wally Buono. More...

Vancity presents the Third Annual Humour in the Workplace Awards — call for nominations by Saturday, April 1, 2006
The Third Annual Humour in the Workplace Awards is looking for applications and nominees for this year's trophies, recognizing the Lower Mainland organizations that strategically use humour to build business. The winners, celebrated at an Awards Ceremony on May 23 at Yuk Yuks Comedy Club, will demonstrate strategic, innovative, creative, positive and constructive uses of humour. More...

Live Smart Diabetes Expo
Managing diabetes can be overwhelming, but the Canadian Diabetes Association is here to help — the Association is hosting an interactive health fair/trade show focused on diabetes self-management. Live Smart Diabetes Expo, to be held at the Bell Performing Arts Centre in Surrey on April 1, will provide people living with diabetes with one stop where they can reach diabetes experts, glean inspiration and gather a multitude of diabetes management resources. More...

The greening of the automobile
Changing driving preferences and getting old vehicles off the road are the best ways to make a lasting environmental impact on the automotive industry, according to Dennis DesRosiers, president of DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc. and Canada’s leading expert on the subject. More...

Lessons from the locker room
Motivation. Attitude. Communication. Support. All are elements that contribute to the success of professional sports teams. But according to four high-profile coaches and owners of Vancouver’s big-name sports clubs, they are elements that contribute to success in the boardroom as well. More...

Playland — your place for thrill rides! Opening April 14, 2006
The 2006 Playland season is right around the corner — bring your friends to check out over 30 of the wildest rides and attractions in Vancouver! Don't miss the opportunity to save $10 on your 2006 Playland Season PlayPass online before April 14, to experience over 90 days of unlimited access to rides for less than the price of two days at Playland. More...

Visit Singapore... at Pan Pacific Vancouver's Singapore Food Festival
This April, enjoying the culinary delights of Singapore will be as easy as a trip to Pan Pacific Vancouver. From April 20 to April 30, two rising chefs from the five-star Pan Pacific Singapore will showcase their talents in Vancouver at the Singapore Food Festival at Café Pacifica. Plus, all diners will be eligible to win a trip for two from Singapore Airlines! More...

Vancouver Police Foundation Gala
Please join us to celebrate the 30^th anniversary of the Vancouver Police Foundation on Saturday, April 22, 2006, hosted by Global BC News anchor Jill Krop and featuring a special performance by Juno award-winning vocal group The Nylons, silent and live auctions and a black-tie reception and dinner. More...

Vancouver Sun Run
Mark your calendar! The Vancouver Sun Run, Canada’s largest 10K road race, takes place on Sunday, April 23, 2006 at 9 a.m. Join thousands of Sun runners in this year’s 22^nd annual run and enjoy a relatively easy course sprinkled with undulating hills and great scenery. Don’t forget the little ones can join, too! Sign them up in the Shaw Mini Sun Run, a 2.5K fun-filled course that starts and ends at BC Place Stadium. More...

Finalists named for 19^th Annual Volunteer Recognition Awards
Volunteer Vancouver congratulates all 148 nominees for the 19^th Annual Volunteer Recognition Awards. Award recipients in each category will be announced during the Awards ceremony on Monday, April 24, 2006 at the Westin Bayshore — view list of finalists and reserve your tickets now! More...