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CocoaNymph – a Sweet Find Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

February 3, 2012 – 4:58 pm No Comment |

Thick and creamy I had the pleasure of being one of the first to taste CocoaNymph’s newest creation for the hot chocolate festival: Maple Cinnamon drinking chocolate with a caramelized apple ring. This flavorful combination is just one of 15 flavors available at CocoaNymph throughout the year.

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The 11th Annual World Kindness Concert (Friday November 4, 2011)

October 27, 2011 – 10:57 pm | No Comment |
The 11th Annual World Kindness Concert (Friday November 4, 2011)

One kind action leads to another. That’s the message The World Kindness Concert is trying to promote, by uniting people through the powerful medium of music.

Nature’s Path x Compassion Into Action (Sept 28, 2011) – Organic Breakfast by Donation

September 26, 2011 – 11:56 am | No Comment |
Nature’s Path x Compassion Into Action (Sept 28, 2011) – Organic Breakfast by Donation

This year’s Compassion into Action event will be held at the Vancouver Art Gallery on Wednesday September 28th between 8 am to 2 pm and is hosted by Nature’s Path, which is an organic foods …

Tic Tac Canada – New Pink Grapefruit Flavour for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

September 14, 2011 – 9:03 am | 47 Comments |
Tic Tac Canada – New Pink Grapefruit Flavour for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness month this October, Tic Tac Canada is donating $25,000 to the Breast Cancer Society of Canada and will be launching a limited edition Pink Grapefruit flavour. All month long, the Tic Tac Canada Facebook Page will be posting up pink-related promotions, giveaways and prizes. They’ve even designed a new Tic Tac character to represent their support for the cure!

Vancouver Timeraiser 2011 – Art Auction x Volunteer Fair (Sept 22nd)

September 12, 2011 – 9:17 pm | No Comment |
Vancouver Timeraiser 2011 – Art Auction x Volunteer Fair (Sept 22nd)

Artwork pieces are purchased from local artists from around the lower mainland and put up in a silent auction on the event night. The big twist is that, instead of bidding dollars on the artwork, you bid volunteer hours!

Blueprint’s FUCK CANCER Fundraiser at Celebrities (August 26)

August 24, 2011 – 8:01 pm | No Comment |
Blueprint’s FUCK CANCER Fundraiser at Celebrities (August 26)

This Friday, head to Celebrities Nightclub (1022 Davie Street) for a fundraising event by Blueprint x FUCK CANCER (yes, that’s the name of a charity). In addition to the ordinary club nightlife of drinking and dancing, there will also be a silent auction with all proceeds going to FUCK CANCER.

Canadian Cancer Society – Daffodil Pin Campaign

April 4, 2011 – 6:01 pm | No Comment |
Canadian Cancer Society – Daffodil Pin Campaign

If the first signs of spring isn’t in the Vancouver weather, maybe yellow daffodils will brighten up your day – for a good cause too!

BC SPCA – Spayghetti & No Balls (Thurs Feb 10)

February 7, 2011 – 1:29 pm | No Comment |
BC SPCA – Spayghetti & No Balls (Thurs Feb 10)

The BC SPCA’s annual Spay-Ghetti and No Balls is back this year as an intimate affair. The event will be taking place at the Vancouver Rowing Club, on Thursday February 10th. The entertainment line up features a titillating burlesque show by Vancouver’s own Pandora and the Locksmiths, who will blow you away with their sultry moves and smokey jazz tunes, as well as BC’s very own Frank Sinatra tribute artist Rick Valiant.

AE Aerie – $1 from each bra sale to support Bright Pink charity (Oct 18 to 31)

October 15, 2010 – 9:07 am | 7 Comments |
AE Aerie – $1 from each bra sale to support Bright Pink charity (Oct 18 to 31)

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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, aerie, an intimates and apparel line by American Eagle Outfitters, will donate $1 per bra sold, up to $50,000, to Bright Pink between October 18th through October 31st. From feminine lace and playful plaids to animal prints and push-up strapless styles, every woman, regardless of style and size, can give back this month.

Bright Pink is a national non-profit organization that provides education and support to young women who are at high risk for breast and ovarian cancer. Bright Pink aims to arm young women with knowledge, options and a great attitude, and offer companionship and empathy during their journey.