January 28th, 2010
Circus of the Night
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Event Management students will put on a fundraising event for Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver (BBGV) on February 9th. Circus of the Night is a circus-themed exclusive fundraiser being held on at The Grid Lounge. Tickets are $40 and will treat attendees to music, a silent auction, hors d’oeurves and an illusionist. + Read More
December 2nd, 2009
Pemberton Girls
This October, Pemberton High School partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sea to Sky Corridor to develop Pemberton Girls, a visionary program that promotes the healthy development of adolescent girls. Run by the Squamish satellite office of Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver (BBGV), the program provides girls with a safe environment to learn about positive body image, drug and alcohol abuse, violence and exploitation prevention and healthy well-being.+ Read More
September 16th, 2009
Big Brothers Big Sisters Family Fun Day In Sechelt Made Possible Through Emergency Services
Some RCMP staff involved as In-School Mentors in the Big Brothers program wanted to give back even more so they helped coordinate a Family Fun Day at Hackett Park in Sechelt, BC on Saturday, August 29th. It was a great event and many children and families enjoyed a variety of activities.+ Read More
June 23rd, 2009
Canaccord Capital Sponsors Big Brothers Golf Tournament
Canaccord Capital Corporation. has signed on as the Title Sponsor for Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver’s (BBGV) new golf tournament, appropriately coined The Canaccord Capital Big Brothers Golf Open.
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June 23rd, 2009
The Bachelorette Volunteers with Big Brothers
Jillian Harris, 29, earned the title Bachelorette when ABC viewers fell in love with her bubbly personality on the hit show The Bachelor. As it turns out, the charming Vancouverite volunteered with Big Brothers from 2005 to 2008 as an In-School Mentor at Bayview Elementary School.
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June 23rd, 2009
Summer Sports Fun
Looking for something fun to do this summer? ROAR with the BC Lions with the cheapest tickets around, ride the waves with the Vancouver Whitecaps.
And a big thanks to those who participated in this Sunday's Scotiabank Half Marathon and helped raise over $3,200 in support of Big Brothers mentoring programs.
June 23rd, 2009
BIG Memories, BIG Savings
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters Alumni or refer a friend to Alumni and receive a free entertainment book full of discount coupons for restaurants, retail stores, events, parks, activities and more.
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Sailing Made Simple!
Big and Little Brothers matched through Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver will enjoy a day of sailing followed by a BBQ lunch on Sunday, July 26, 2009, courtesy of the Kitsilano Yacht Club.
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May 26, 2009
Spring Cleaning Pays Off at IKEA
Besides cleaning out your closet, you can also help a charity, be environmentally responsible and get a great deal at IKEA all at the same time. On May 30 and 31, the IKEA stores in Coquitlam and Richmond will be offering coupons for $30 off a minimum purchase of $150 to the first 150 people who bring two garbage bags of reusable clothing for Big Brothers at store opening.
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May 26, 2009
Big Brothers Celebrates Annual Awards Night
Community supporters, volunteers, Little Brothers, Little Buddies and their families joined Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver as they celebrated long-lasting friendships and community-building at their Annual Awards Night.
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November 24 , 2009
Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver Foundation Holds Their Annual Evening of Thanks for Friendship and Support
Sponsored by Wakefield Canada and XY3 Design and Communications, Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver Foundation (BBGVF) held their annual Evening of Thanks to honour companies and individuals who have made exceptional contributions to their fundraising efforts. Held at Bridges Restaurant the evening of November 18th, it was an excellent opportunity to show gratitude.+ Read More
November 25 , 2009
BBGV Annual General Meeting Held November 25, 2009
The 2009 Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place November 25th at the Kingsway office. The new Board was elected and members were updated on the agency's progress in 2009, also reflected in the Annual Report. + Read More
November 23 , 2009
Renew Crew Moves to New Westminister
We are pleased to announce that Big Brothers Clothing Donation has recently moved from Coquitlam to a new location at 211-15 Braid Street, New Westminster. The high-traffic location is off Burnette Avenue at Braid Street, right by the Highway 1 exit.+ Read More
January 29, 2010
How Donating Clothes Benefits Kids
We are all familar with the regular phone call from a friendly personal from Big Brothers asking if we have clothing to donate. But do you really know how that clothing helps kids get Big Brothers? + Read More
