Stand up and take a bow, Burnaby, you helped raised more than $8,000 for high school dry grad events in the city.
The money was collected during last month’s B.C. Liquor Stores’ dry grad campaign, which saw all eight government-run liquor stores in Burnaby participate. A total of $8,637 was raised for Burnaby high schools, according to the Liquor Distribution Branch.
Dry grad events are alcohol-free parties organized by parents for high school graduates. Typically they’re an all-night party with music, activities, prizes, food and lots more.
Across the province, more than $278,000 was raised between March 4 and 31.
“We are thrilled by the level of support B.C. liquor stores’ customers have shown for this year's Support Dry Grad campaign,” said Blain Lawson, general manager and CEO, Liquor Distribution Branch, in a press release. “The response clearly demonstrates the level of commitment from our customers and employees to keeping alcohol out of the hands of minors, and encouraging them to participate in safe, fun and memorable graduation celebrations.”
