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June 2006
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Arts Club Theatre Company presents Cabaret — May 18 to July 16, 2006
The Arts Club Theatre Company is pleased to present Cabaret, a saucy musical with a decadent edge set in Berlin in the early 1930s. John Mann (Spirit of the West) will star as the Emcee, the sexy and menacing commentator, who delivers some of the show’s most potent political lines and serves as a focal point for the darkness enveloping the other characters and Germany itself. More...
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Get your Fireworks Corporate Suite at the 2006 HSBC Celebration of Light
The 2006 HSBC Celebration of Light offers more opportunities for the corporate community to experience Vancouver at its finest. For the first time, Vancouver Board of Trade members have the opportunity to host a client appreciation evening at English Bay on the Bathhouse Roof. With only four evenings available, the Fireworks Corporate Suite is an exclusive opportunity to enjoy the fireworks! This year, you can also show your support by purchasing a limited-edition print created by Vancouver artist Tiko Kerr. More...
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Sustainability Purchasing Network web site design session
We invite you, as a member of the sustainability and/or purchasing community, to join us to put forward your ideas, needs and aspirations for the Network web site in a unique web site design session on June 7, 2006. The web site will be a trusted source in providing sustainability purchasing information and in connecting British Columbian organizations, including governments, businesses and non-profit organizations, in their sustainability purchasing efforts. More...
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Nightingale promotes conservation and education on Aquarium’s 50th anniversary
People must be educated in order to get excited about conservation, according to Dr. John Nightingale, president of the Vancouver Aquarium, who spoke at a Spirit of Vancouver event celebrating the Aquarium’s 50th anniversary. More...
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BC Lions' awards celebrate community spirit
To honour people who make a significant difference to the communities of Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, the BC Lions celebrated their second annual Lion Heart Awards at a lunch hosted by the Spirit of Vancouver. "For 53 years, the BC Lions has been a part of the fabric of the community," said guest speaker and former Lions punter/kicker Lui Passaglia. More...
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17th Annual Festival d'été — featuring Robert Charlebois Tout Écartillé and Les Trois Accords with their album Gros Mammouth
In tune with the latest musical trends, Vancouver's 2006 Festival d'été will once again bring you a full slate of celebrities and up-and-coming artists from June 15 to 24, at various venues in the city. More...
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2006 Spirit of Vancouver® Awards: Call for nominations
In Vancouver, countless individuals and organizations are working hard every day to make our city a great place to work, live and invest. This fall, The Vancouver Board of Trade's Spirit of Vancouver campaign will honour some of those who are making a difference by putting Vancouver first. Help us by nominating individuals, corporations and organizations who have demonstrated true community spirit! More / Fill out online Nomination Form
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Spirit of Vancouver® cruises Alaska with Holland America Line
Spirit of Vancouver joins a group of media on Holland America Line for a cruise from Anchorage, Alaska southbound to Vancouver from June 9 to 16. Each day of the cruise, SOV executive director Blair Qualey will be posting a travel journal with interviews and photos here on the Spirit of Vancouver web site. So if you've ever wondered what it would be like to take an Alaskan cruise, join us every day through June 16 for Blair's blog! More...
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Giving back is good for the community, and good for business
Giving back to the community makes good business sense, according to David Podmore, president and CEO of Concert Properties Ltd. and well-known Vancouver philanthropist, who spoke at the annual Spirit of GivingTM luncheon held on board Holland America Line's cruise ship, ms Statendam. More...
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BC Lions and Vancouver Board of Trade present exclusive offer for members
The BC Lions Football Club and The Vancouver Board of Trade are pleased to provide an exclusive offer to Board of Trade members: Between now and the Lions’ regular Season Home Opener, the BC Lions will donate 15 percent of all new season tickets purchased by members to the Leaders of Tomorrow mentorship program. Take advantage of this limited-time offer before June 16, 2006! More...
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Jazz in the Park — the second annual fundraising party
Jazz in the Park, presented by Scotiabank with Vancouver's top jazz musicians, is finally here! This popular fundraiser promises to be another sell-out, with some of Vancouver's best entertainers, carriage rides throughout Stanley Park, Wild Bill's casino and games room, and much, much more. Be part of the community spirit and enjoy a fabulous evening in support of the Adoptive Families Association of BC. More...
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Mission Possible Dinner & Auction
Mark your calendars! On Saturday, June 17, the Vancouver Port Authority and TSI Terminal Systems Inc. will co-host the Seventh Annual Mission Possible Dinner and Auction. This year's event will be held at the Vancouver Port Authority offices at Canada Place. The fundraiser will showcase a live and silent auction and feature the sounds of Dal Richards and his seven-piece band. More... SOLD OUT
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Father's Day Run for prostate cancer research
On Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18, hundreds of families across Canada will join together to walk or run five km in support of Prostate Cancer Research Foundation of Canada. The fun-filled day in Vancouver has been organized at PNE/Playland so that families can enjoy the rest of the day together. We would like to invite you to be a part of the event by donating your time, energy and experience. More...
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World Urban Forum and Youth Organizing Committees
The World Urban Forum (WUF) and parallel youth events take place from June 19 to 23, 2006. The WUF is an international meeting on urban issues produced by the United Nations and the government of Canada, and is a unique opportunity for citizens, community groups, academics, and governments from around the world to meet and work together to find solutions to the complicated problems facing our quickly-growing cities. More...
To volunteer for WUF3, please view/download the Volunteer Application Form.
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Habitat for Humanity "Operation Home Delivery" at Canada Place
Habitat for Humanity will be building a house on June 20 to demonstrate Operation Home Delivery as part of the World Urban Forum, taking place at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre. OHD is a three-phase response program created to provide assistance and rebuilding opportunities in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Vancouverites are welcome to watch the house being built in a single day by volunteers at the plaza at Canada Place! More...
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Leaders of Tomorrow Golf Tournament
Book now to enjoy a great round of golf, food, networking and prizes! The Leaders of Tomorrow Golf Tournament on June 20, 2006, includes 18 holes at the award-winning Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club, a live auction and raffle, gourmet dinner and reception, plus prizes and surprises galore! More...
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Royal Canadian Mint to produce athlete medals and coins for VANOC
The Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) is pleased to announce the Royal Canadian Mint as an Official Supporter in the Minting of Circulation, Precious Metal and Base Metal Numismatic and Bullion Coins product and service category. The seven-year agreement provides the Royal Canadian Mint with Official Supporter rights for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. More...
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Heartbeat first-ever Asian stage production nominated for Dora Award
Heartbeat, the percussion-based action-musical, becomes the first-ever Asian stage production to be nominated at the Dora Mavor Moore Awards, with three nominations: Outstanding Direction of a Musical, Outstanding Costume Design, and Outstanding Choreography. Heartbeat premiered in Vancouver at The Centre In Vancouver for Performing Arts last summer, followed by a national tour as part of the First Annual Chinese Performing Arts Festival. More...
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21st Annual TD Canada Trust Vancouver International Jazz Festival announces a selection of major artists
Vancouver's signature festival, the TD Canada Trust Vancouver International Jazz Festival, is pleased to announce tickets will go on sale starting March 17 for a selection of major artists appearing at this year's Festival. The full lineup of artists and venues will be available April 27. The Festival, produced by the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society, runs from June 23 to July 2. More...
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Greek Day On Broadway 2006
The Hellenic Canadian Congress of BC has been given approval for the Kitsilano Greek Day on Broadway to take place this year on Sunday, June 25, 2006. Last year's successful and long-awaited return of Greek Day saw over 50,000 people attend this wonderful cultural street festival, the grand finale to Hellenic Cultural Week starting June 16. More...
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Vancouver AM named Spirit of Vancouver® community partner
Spirit of Vancouver joined community, business and tourism leaders today at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club to recognize Vancouver AM as a community partner on its 30th anniversary. "Take a look at any positive initiative to promote community spirit over the past 30 years, and you’ll find Vancouver AM’s fingerprints all over it," said Vancouver Board of Trade managing director Darcy Rezac. More...
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