Festival du Bois – 25th Anniversary
From festivals to Oscar viewing parties, there was something for everyone last weekend, mine was spent in the beautiful village of Maillardville! Every year, the Société francophone de Maillardville produces the Festival du Bois, which honours and celebrates French-Canadian culture. This year marked their 25th Anniversary and with the accompanying increase in profile and community engagement, I […]
Robson Square Skating
Time to lace up the skates if you have not yet enjoy your free Robson Square skating experience. You have only few days left before it closes. The Robson Square Ice Rink sits underneath Robson Street between Howe Street and Hornby Street and is one of the “best kept secrets” in Vancouver. The magic happens […]
Dîner en Plaid fundraiser
Do you know the renowned Dîner en Blanc® events? In 1988, François Pasquier had the simple idea of getting together with friends for a picnic in a public space and for everyone to dress completely in white so that they would recognize each other. The gathering gained momentum and friends began inviting their close friends, who […]
Zumba Fundraiser
I am sure that you experience the same feeling, that sense of accomplishment and well-being when your workout results in a good deed. Every year, thousands of people participate in Wheel 2 Heal, PMC Science Fair Fun Run and Walk with the Dragon in order to support a cause close to their hearts. The combination of a fun and effective workout […]
2014 Gala
Working in the events industry, I am privileged to enjoy many different types of evenings from the social and business dinners to charity and fundraising functions or musical and theatrical performances, educational seminars and sports tournaments. Everyone has their favourite event but mine is attending our community Gala events. These evenings are always social occasions with […]