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Last year, Hope Air was able to facilitate 10,251 travel arrangements for Canadians in medical need. (Hope Air/Special to The News)

Give Hope Wings fundraiser cleared for takeoff at B.C. regional airports

Western leg of Hope Air fundraising campaign starts at Pitt Meadows airport on June 10

 

Jake Suttling has undergone 11 surgeries so far on his lower body, as a team of trauma surgeons have been working hard to save his legs. (GoFundMe photo)

‘Working to save his legs’: Vernon man in need of support after motorcycle crash

On Mother’s Day, Jake Suttling was struck on his bike by a pick up truck on Hwy 6

 

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For father who drowned in Harrison Lake, Surrey woman plans swim/run fundraiser with ‘50’ in mind

Jen Soti’s summer endurance test will honour Jim Keeling Jr. and his passion for environmental law

 

Above: Val Smith – pictured a few years ago with one of her creations – is selling decorative quilts to raise money for BC Cancer Foundation. She said crafting them became a type of therapy for her through her cancer journey. (Myra Ottewell photo); top right: This quilt from Val Smith’s ‘Metropolitan’ series is among several creations she is selling to benefit BC Cancer Foundation. (Contributed photo)

Quilt creations prove therapeutic for White Rock woman battling cancer

Val Smith sharing story, selling intricate pieces to benefit BC Cancer Foundation

Above: Val Smith – pictured a few years ago with one of her creations – is selling decorative quilts to raise money for BC Cancer Foundation. She said crafting them became a type of therapy for her through her cancer journey. (Myra Ottewell photo); top right: This quilt from Val Smith’s ‘Metropolitan’ series is among several creations she is selling to benefit BC Cancer Foundation. (Contributed photo)
2023 Peace Arch Hospital Foundation Gala raised a whopping $1.5 million - breaking the previous fundraising record. This year’s theme was Alice ... Curiouser & Curiouser, a tribute to Alice in Wonderland. (Contributed photo - Brian Dennehy)

Peace Arch Hospital’s record-breaking fundraising gala raises $1.5 million

Guests taken to Alice’s wonderland for a night

2023 Peace Arch Hospital Foundation Gala raised a whopping $1.5 million - breaking the previous fundraising record. This year’s theme was Alice ... Curiouser & Curiouser, a tribute to Alice in Wonderland. (Contributed photo - Brian Dennehy)
Participants warm up before the 20th annual Hike for Hospice Sunday (May 7) at Blackie Spit Park in Crescent Beach. Proceeds raised benefit the Peace Arch Hospice Society. (Tricia Weel photo)

VIDEO: Hike for Hospice raises more than $52,000 after Sunday event at Crescent Beach

‘We are so grateful to everyone in the community for all of their support’

Participants warm up before the 20th annual Hike for Hospice Sunday (May 7) at Blackie Spit Park in Crescent Beach. Proceeds raised benefit the Peace Arch Hospice Society. (Tricia Weel photo)
Louis Salvino, who worked 33 years for Watkin Motors and 29th St. Auto Shine, gives tips to Janis Lauman, Carol Schroeder, Anne Clarke, and Sue Ulmer in the art of car washing for Grannies à Gogo car wash, Sat, May 6.”
Louis Salvino, who worked 33 years for Watkin Motors and 29th St. Auto Shine, gives tips to Janis Lauman, Carol Schroeder, Anne Clarke, and Sue Ulmer in the art of car washing for Grannies à Gogo car wash, Sat, May 6.”
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Family of Surrey softball player killed by a drunk driver raises money in her name 12 years later

Kassandra Kaulius died in 2011, and a sold-out tournament will return in June after a 3-year pause

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Meridian Farm Market is running its annual fundraiser for Canucks Autism Network throughout the month of April. (Brandon Tucker/The News)

Meridian Farm Market raising money for Canucks Autism Network

Annual fundraiser goes to end of month, with donation barbecue on April 29

Meridian Farm Market is running its annual fundraiser for Canucks Autism Network throughout the month of April. (Brandon Tucker/The News)
Peace Arch Hospital Foundation’s senior events officer Ashleigh Morriss (centre) and Joelle Paleologou (right), chair of the foundation’s gala committee, received the award at a ceremony held in Orlando, Florida. (Contributed photo)

International nod for Peace Arch Hospital Foundation gala

2022 La Dolce Vita celebrated at Florida ceremony

Peace Arch Hospital Foundation’s senior events officer Ashleigh Morriss (centre) and Joelle Paleologou (right), chair of the foundation’s gala committee, received the award at a ceremony held in Orlando, Florida. (Contributed photo)
P. L. and Kristen Meindertsma of Abbotsford have started the Cycle 5 to Survive initiative. They plan to cycle five continents over five years while raising $500,000 each for five charities. (Instagram photo)

Abbotsford couple plan to cycle 5 continents in 5 years to raise $2.5M for 5 charities

P. L. and Kristen Meindertsma start with 4,300 km trip along Continental Divide

P. L. and Kristen Meindertsma of Abbotsford have started the Cycle 5 to Survive initiative. They plan to cycle five continents over five years while raising $500,000 each for five charities. (Instagram photo)
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People-pets sleepover at Surrey ‘Shelter Slumber Pawty’ collects $18K and counting

Surrey Animal Resource Centre event was the first in Canada

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Vernon couple Nolan and Taylor had three baby girls on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, and a fundraiser has been launched after it was discovered the triplets have medical complications. (GoFundMe photo)

Community jumps in to support Vernon couple with preterm triplets

Family dealing with extensive hospital stay, after emergency surgeries were needed

Vernon couple Nolan and Taylor had three baby girls on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, and a fundraiser has been launched after it was discovered the triplets have medical complications. (GoFundMe photo)
Participants in a previous Coldest Night of the Year event pose for a photo near the Cloverdale Community Kitchen. (Photo submitted: Cloverdale Community Kitchen)

Cloverdale Community Kitchen cruising toward 2023 fundraising goal

Kitchen seeking to raise $250K as part of its Coldest Night of the Year charity walk

Participants in a previous Coldest Night of the Year event pose for a photo near the Cloverdale Community Kitchen. (Photo submitted: Cloverdale Community Kitchen)
Sources’ 2022 Coldest Night of the Year raised just over $200,000. Following two years of virtual participation, the event is returning as an in-person affair for 2023. (Contributed photo)

Sources’ Coldest Night of the Year event more than halfway to $250K goal

White Rock/South Surrey currently second in Canada for fundraising

Sources’ 2022 Coldest Night of the Year raised just over $200,000. Following two years of virtual participation, the event is returning as an in-person affair for 2023. (Contributed photo)
Milk and Cookies for Canuck Place fundraising campaign lasts until March 31. (Canuck Place Children’s Hospice/Special to The News)

Buy a baked good, help a sick child at this year’s Canuck Place Children’s Hospice fundraiser

Several Lower Mainland bakeries involved in fundraising campaign, which lasts until March 31

Milk and Cookies for Canuck Place fundraising campaign lasts until March 31. (Canuck Place Children’s Hospice/Special to The News)
Four black belt students from the Maple Ridge Karate Center will be heading to Okisawa, Japan in order to visit the birthplace of karate. (Maple Ridge Karate Center/Special to The News)

B.C. karate studio to host giant Nerf battle fundraiser

Money being raised for black belt student trip to Japan

Four black belt students from the Maple Ridge Karate Center will be heading to Okisawa, Japan in order to visit the birthplace of karate. (Maple Ridge Karate Center/Special to The News)
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SurreyCares kicks off ‘Toonies For Tomorrow’ fundraiser for food security in the city

‘February is the perfect month to launch this campaign, as it is the month we celebrate love,’ org says

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BC Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke in his ‘Gun Metal’ jersey during a Nov. 6 playoff game against Calgary Stampeders. (Submitted photo courtesy BC Lions)

BC Lions ‘Gun Metal’ jersey auction nets $16K+ for Surrey, Greater Vancouver food banks

Top-priced jersey was #12 worn by quarterback Nathan Rourke, who matched the total for donation

BC Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke in his ‘Gun Metal’ jersey during a Nov. 6 playoff game against Calgary Stampeders. (Submitted photo courtesy BC Lions)
The Bright Walk in White Rock happens Dec. 10 starting at 5 p.m. at Memorial Park Plaza. (contributed photo)

Holiday sail pasts and Bright Walk in White Rock coming up on Peninsula

Festive events to brighten the holiday season for area residents

The Bright Walk in White Rock happens Dec. 10 starting at 5 p.m. at Memorial Park Plaza. (contributed photo)