Hundreds, including Global Okanagan’s Rick Webber, Walk for Alzheimer’s in Kelowna
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
Many in the crowd had a personal connection to dementia that motivated them to join the walk. Continue reading
Fundraising
Scheer’s Conservatives rake in more than double the donations of Trudeau Liberals in Q1
The long Canadian winter of 2019 was good for at least one thing: filling the war chests of the country’s political parties. Continue reading
West Island Community Shares raises record-breaking $1.3 million
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
The organization has been helping non-profits reach their goals for more than two decades. Continue reading
Money raised from Kalamalka Rotary Club annual auction helping fund international projects
Two schools are among several projects that will receive money raised from the Kalamalka Rotary Club’s annual Dream Auction. Continue reading
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Fundraising for new Brock Mission men’s shelter in Peterborough more than halfway complete
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
A fundraising campaign to build the new Brock Mission men’s shelter is now at $1.2 million of the $2 million goal. Continue reading
Easter Seals Telethon in Peterborough raises $101,000 for children with disabilities
The Easter Seals Telethon in Peterborough has aired for 47 years in support of children with disabilities. Continue reading
Second annual Cardboard for Kitty raises money for Saint John SPCA
The idea started with Hannah and Grace Totten who wanted to find a way to raise money for the SPCA while giving others a chance to learn and have fun. Continue reading
Manitoba moves to ‘matching’ plan for not-for-profit, community grants
Many non-profit and community groups that receive grants from the Manitoba government will be required to raise half of any project’s cost on their own. Continue reading
United Way Peterborough campaign raises $1.735M for community agencies
The United Way of Peterborough and District says the community showed plenty of “local love” during the 2018-19 campaign. Continue reading
Big White Fire Department raises funds for new crosswalks
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Any leftover money will be spent installing public-access defibrillators for the community. Continue reading