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Richmond City Council contributes thousands of dollars to local organizations

Almost $790,000 in grants are being issued by the City of Richmond to numerous local organizations that provide important services and programs to enhance the lives of Richmond residents. City Council unanimously approved the grant distribution at a February 2014 Council meeting. “Council is committed to providing ongoing support of community service organizations through the […]

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Win a family fun getaway and do good while on vacation in WineCoastCountry

Are you and your family experiencing spring fever? The perfect cure for this annual ailment is a trip to WineCoastCountry in California’s Central Coast. Now, you can win a fabulous family fun getaway courtesy of the area’s leading lodging owners (hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and vacation rentals). These groups have put together four Spring […]

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Nanguz the Fox named Mascot of 2015 Canada Winter Games

Nanguz (pronounced Nan-guzz) the fox has been selected as the official 2015 Canada Winter Games’ mascot. Nanguz means fox in the Dakelh Carrier language and was created by elementary student Kaitlyn Muir from Prince George. Nanguz is a multi-sport athlete who lives in a den in northern BC. He is also a red fox with […]

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2014: Celebrating the Year of the Horse

January 31, 2014 marked the start of the Lunar New Year and festivities throughout YVR welcomed the Year of the Horse. Following a traditional welcome ceremony, YVR’s Lunar New Year celebrations kicked off with a Lion Dance in front of the Haida Gawaii, Spirit of the Jade Canoe sculpture. To the delight of spectators, the […]

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Fun facts about the Winter Olympics

Test your knowledge about the Winter Olympics and learn some fun facts to impress your friends and family. Is this the first time Russia is hosting the Winter Games? The 2014 Sochi Olympic Winter Games will be the first time that the Russian Federation has hosted the Winter Games. The Soviet Union hosted the 1980 […]

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