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Burnaby students donate $5,500
On April 10, I attended a fundraiser event at Michael J. Fox Theatre that was organized and hosted by the Burnaby District Student Advisory Council.
City groups, citizens step up in time of need
The residents who lost their homes in the three-alarm Smith Avenue fire almost two weeks ago have now found a place to stay, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Burnaby agencies.
Burnaby agencies band together to help Smith Avenue fire survivors
It's been less than a week since a three-alarm fire destroyed a four-storey apartment complex at 3526 Smith Ave. and many of those residents are still scrambling to find places to live, clothes to wear and replacements for all their lost belongings.
Burnaby folks pull in more Jubilee medals
Another round of Queen's Diamond Jubilee Award winners has been announced by two Burnaby politicians. Peter Julian, MP for Burnaby-New Westminster, and Raj Chouhan, MLA for Burnaby Edmonds, recently announced several Burnaby residents who were awarded the Queen's medal for significant achievements and contributions to Canada.
Task force seeks support
The Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness is looking for endorsements from community members to support the group's efforts to expand services and housing for local citizens living outdoors.
No tree, no fireplace, no home
Christmas can be a difficult time for some, but when you're living on the streets, it's particularly painful. "It's a very difficult time for people," says Wanda Mulholland, spokesperson for the Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness.
Art project on homelessness at library branch
An art project created by homeless people in Burnaby is on display at the Tommy Douglas library branch.
Residents get medals
Four residents in MLA Raj Chouhan's Burnaby-Edmonds riding will receive a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, according to Chouhan.
Food, warm clothing sought for Burnaby's homeless
The Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness is calling on local residents to help keep people living on the streets more comfortable this winter.
Lack of funding doesn't deter supporters
Burnaby council announced Monday that there is no way it can support a transitional supported housing project at the 401 Motor Inn at 2950 Boundary Rd. if there is no funding lined up.
Task force backs housing plan
The Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness is backing a proposal to turn a local motel into a social housing project.
Help for homeless
The Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness received some funding from the Vancouver Foundation to hire a parttime community development coordinator, and Wanda Mulholland, longtime local homeless advocate, will take on the role.
Looking back at 2011
It was another busy year in Burnaby. Check out what made headlines in the NOW throughout 2011.
Groups seek donations to help the homeless
Creekside Community Church and the Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness are joining forces to help local people sleeping outdoors this winter.
Edmonds seniors' group holds fundraiser
The Edmonds Seniors' Society is hosting a special fundraiser this month. The society is a non-profit dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of people over the age of 55, and the group is based in the Edmonds Community Centre. The members are creating a friendship and memory tree as part of their fundraising campaign. Some of the funds will help pay for a project to preserve memories before the group moves to the new Edmonds Aquatic and Community Centre.
Help out the homeless
The Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness is asking the public to help local citizens sleeping outdoors.
Burnaby's homeless population down slightly
Results for the 2011 Metro Vancouver Homeless Count were released Tuesday, and numbers in Burnaby are down slightly.
