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The 2017 Luminary Award Soirée is just one week away! Don’t miss these exciting treats we have in store for you. Ease on in to the Bourbon Lounge… Let the celebrations continue with our Luminaries at the Bourbon Lounge. Brand new to this year’s Soirée, the Bourbon Lounge will open at the closing of the ceremony. If bourbon isn’t your thing, the lounge also has cash bar that’s fully stocked. So, don’t head down to the hotel bar, we’ve got you covered! Generously sponsored by: Generously furnished by: Show us your best dance moves…  It’s easy when Famous Players Band hits the stage just after 9 pm.  Generously sponsored by: At the Champagne Reception… Bid on over 100 fabulous silent […]

Mentoring has great benefits for both Big Sisters and Little Sisters. For that reason, it is important to acknowledge the organizations and individuals that make mentoring programs happen. Without the support from our generous donors, Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland would not be what it is today. Two particularly generous individuals that we are thankful for are Cheryl Nakamoto and Sarah McNeill of McNeill Nakamoto Recruitment Group. Cheryl and Sarah have been hosting the GrapeJuice Wine Auction for 10 years. Being the founders of GrapeJuice, our annual wine auction fundraiser, and devoted to helping the community, Cheryl and Sarah deserve further recognition. For that reason, Big Sisters BCLM nominated them for the Giving Hearts Award—a program created to acknowledge […]

Big Yoga™ for Big Sisters is this Saturday and we can hardly wait for the BIG day to arrive. And look, we aren’t the only ones excited! What makes Big Yoga for Big Sisters SO BIG? We thought you’d never ask. 1. Stellar instructors sharing their passion and expertise with these classes and workshops. 2. Inner Fire for your eco-friendly shopping fix! 3. Complimentary massages from Ananta Wellness and mini facials from Skoah. 4. The Halfmoon Chill Out Tent and the ivivva Hub for Kids. 5. Delicious and nutritious gluten-free, vegan eats for purchase from JamJar. 6. KISS radio on site playing DJ during the yoga breaks. 7. Plus, a gorgeous location at David Lam Park and the opportunity to […]

September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month Imagine a world with more self-esteem and less bullying. Imagine a world where youth are reminded that they be anything they can dream of. You can be a part of creating that world.  When a child has a mentor, the odds they will be emotionally, socially and physically healthy increases dramatically. When we have happy, healthy young people in our communities, everyone benefits. Learn how you can make a difference in the life of a young person by visiting www.imagineBBBS.ca. Three Ways to Help Us Change Girls’ Lives Volunteer A mentor who encourages smart daily behaviours—finishing homework, having healthy social interactions, and saying no when it counts—has a noticeable influence on a young person’s growth […]

An exciting event is taking place tomorrow. We’re staging a surprise yoga session (with costumes and mascots doing yoga poses!) at David Lam Park. Passersby are invited to join in this fun event, which is intended to generate awareness and signups for Big Yoga™ for Big Sisters, our yogathon fundraiser on September 9th. Curious? Big Yoga™ for Big Sisters is your chance to use your yoga practice to transform girls’ lives. This September 9th at David Lam Park, hundreds of yogis will come together to raise much needed funds for our mentoring programs. Here’s how it works: 1) Sign up. There are three ways you can sign up to participate in Big Yoga™ for Big Sisters.   – As a corporate team […]

With just a few sleeps until the big day, here are five last minute fundraising ideas to help you Nama’Slay at Big Yoga for Big Sisters North Vancouver! These little tips can make a big difference! 1 – Share Your Story. Sure, you love yoga! But why else are you participating? Share why helping young girls reach their full potential matters to you. Find stats on how Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland helps transform girls lives here and sample social media posts here. 2 – Dolla Dolla Bills Y’all! Take Your Pledge Form Everywhere You Go. If you run into someone you know, tell people how excited you are for this Saturday’s event and let them know every dollar […]

Just one week until Big Yoga for Big Sisters in North Vancouver- how will you create your day? On July 8th Heywood Park will be buzzing with positive energy as solo yogis and teams of varying sizes get ready to shake their asanas for a good time and a good cause. The full yogathon offers six classes in six different styles. Each class is only 45 minutes, perfect for both beginners and experienced yogis to explore and enjoy, with the extra freedom and flow of practicing outside. Ease into Big Yoga for Big Sisters North Vancouver with Katie Keating of Studio 202’s, Slow Flow. The morning also features an Intro to Moksha Yoga with Hannah Johnson and a Power Yoga […]