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Vaughn Palmer to receive Bruce Hutchison Lifetime Achievement Award
The Jack Webster Foundation has chosen Vancouver Sun provincial affairs columnist Vaughn Palmer to receive its 2006 Bruce Hutchison Lifetime Achievement Award. Palmer will accept the award at the Annual Jack Webster Journalism Awards Dinner on October 30 in Vancouver. More...
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The inaugural Whitecaps Blue and White Banquet — presented by BMO Bank of Montreal
To celebrate the success of our club, you are invited to join us for the inaugural Whitecaps Blue and White Banquet presented by BMO Bank of Montreal. The banquet is a celebration of Whitecaps soccer and an opportunity to recognize this year’s extraordinary teams and players. In addition to honouring these great teams, there will be some amazing food and great soccer-themed entertainment! More...
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Founder's Cup raises $30,000 for BC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
The BC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum was selected again to be a joint recipient of the proceeds raised from the Founder's Cup Charity Golf Classic held September 7 & 8, 2006 at Swan-e-set Bay Resort Golf Course. More...
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Priceless media exposure on a limited budget explored in Tough Talk for Tender CausesTM
Media heavyweights along with not-for-profit heads shared their expertise at a Spirit of Vancouver® Tough Talk for Tender Causes event entitled Publicity, Profile and the Press. The session was packed with five panellists’ expert tips on how to gain priceless media exposure on a limited budget. More...
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Vancouver AM 2006 Annual Tourism Golf Tournament
The Vancouver AM 2006 Annual Tourism Golf Tournament is the premiere tourism golf event in the Lower Mainland, and a great opportunity to network with industry partners in a fun-filled atmosphere. The event also features loads of fun prizes and silent/live auction items from a wide variety of tourism businesses, including hotel stays, transportation, attractions and more — no-one walks away empty-handed! More...
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Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre aiming for the top
With the $615 million expansion tripling current meeting space to 500,000 feet in 2008, the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre (VCEC) is poised to take a substantial slice of the world convention business, despite international delegates’ rising expectations. "You’re either competing at this level or you’re not competing at all," Barbara Maple, VCEC president said at a Spirit of Vancouver® luncheon. More...
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Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games emblem celebrates B.C., Canada and the Paralympic athlete’s journey
A dynamic new identity representing the journey of a Paralympic athlete was introduced today as the official emblem of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games. The unveiling of the emblem before a crowd of thousands was the highlight of a free outdoor celebration at Whistler. More...
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Vancouver 2010 celebrates Paralympic Movement with free concert and launches new emblem to the world
On September 16, Whistler will host one of the strongest assemblies of Juno award-winning talent the mountain resort community has seen. Vancouver 2010 will celebrate the Paralympic Movement with a free concert that reveals the new 2010 Paralympic Winter Games emblem to the world, featuring performers Chantal Kreviazuk, The Philosopher Kings, Spirit of the West, Jim Byrnes, and Jeremy Fisher. More...
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Grand Wedding Show — September 16 & 17, 2006
All five senses come alive at the fifth annual Grand Wedding Show happening at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre this September. Vancouver's autumn wedding spectacular is about indulgences for both the bride and the groom, plus anyone helping to plan the celebration of a lifetime. Be the first to get a sneak peek at next season's hottest trends! More...
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Canadian Chamber caught up in the Olympic spirit
John Furlong, CEO of the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC), received a standing ovation at the recent Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting in Saskatoon. More...
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Be a superhero for B.C.'s children with disabilities! 2nd Annual Drop Zone event returns to Vancouver
On September 19, 2006, the Drop Zone challenges fearless participants to raise funds in support of Easter Seals for the rare opportunity to rappel down a 17-storey office building. This summer, thrill-seekers from across Canada are accepting the Drop Zone challenge and raising funds in support of specialized Easter Seals programs and services for children with special needs. Space is limited, so register today to secure your spot at the top! More...
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Climb a mountain, save your breath: The 16th annual BMO Bank of Montreal Grouse Grind Mountain Run to raise funds for BC Lung Association
Over 600 motivated hikers will earn their bragging rights at the 16th annual BMO Bank of Montreal Grouse Grind Mountain Run on Sunday, September 24. With the assistance of returning title sponsor BMO Bank of Montreal, Grouse Mountain has secured the BC Lung Association as the beneficiary of the race, establishing another very relevant event partner. More...
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AIDS WALK for LIFE — Sunday, September 24, 2006
The BC Persons With AIDS Society (BCPWA) has the distinction of establishing the first-ever AIDS WALK in Canada. Now, each year on the last Sunday in September, the sun shines, the crowds gather, and the energy swells as our community collectively raises hundreds of thousands of dollars to provide direct and essential services for people living with HIV and AIDS. More...
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Vancouver’s Police Officer and Fire Fighter of the Year among recipients of the 2006 Spirit of Vancouver® Awards
A star-studded audience of 400 turned out to greet award winners at the fifth annual Spirit of Vancouver Awards luncheon. Frank S. Borowicz, QC, chairman of The Vancouver Board of Trade and co-chair of Spirit of Vancouver congratulated all the winners. More...
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The RIO on Broadway theatre to present United Soccer Leagues first division final between Whitecaps and Rhinos
Soccer fans of all ages are invited to cheer on the Whitecaps at the RIO on Broadway this Saturday, September 30. The RIO will host a special live broadcast of the Vancouver Whitecaps berth in the United Soccer Leagues (USL) First Division Championship, where first-time finalists Whitecaps will meet three-time champions Rochester Raging Rhinos in a one-game showdown at PAETAC Park in Rochester, New York. More...
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Spirit of Vancouver® prepares for annual awards
With less than a month to go until its annual awards luncheon, Spirit of Vancouver prepares to honour the category finalists. A camera crew has been traveling around the Lower Mainland to interview the finalists and capture some of the spirit that made each a finalist. Individuals, companies and community organizations have been nominated in five special categories, as well as special awards for police officer and fire fighter. More...
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Arc2 Intertainment presents FMA Vancouver 2006 — a charity benefit gala uniting fashion, music and art on one stage
Arc2 Intertainment unveils a new show and a new name for Volume Ten, the finale of the Stripped Charity Concert Series. For the last two years entitled "Fashion Rocks Vancouver," the newly branded "FMA Vancouver" takes place on September 30, 2006 at The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts. FMA Vancouver reflects the evolution of the concept that unites live runway fashion with live music and live art all on one stage. More...
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Get your spot in the Rogers Santa Claus Parade — November 19, 2006
It’s not looking a lot like Christmas just yet, but business and community groups that want to be part of the 2006 Rogers Santa Claus Parade on November 19 should apply now, because the parade’s 60 spots are filling fast! The televised parade, which is produced by Rogers Video, Rogers Wireless and Rogers Radio Vancouver, will feature 60 different bands, floats and community groups that will entertain crowds of up to 300,000 along Georgia and Howe Streets. More...
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