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Tag: Families

Transforming smiles and educating the next generation of dental specialists

Wire Service on June 10, 2024

Dr. Gianni Mario Pisanu, owner of Russell Avenue Dental in White Rock. Photo courtesy of Russell Avenue Dental

White Rock dentist offers accessible cosmetic dental services

Father’s find meaning behind happy moments

Wire Service on June 10, 2024

Emmanuel Domingo, Canuck Place dad, appreciating the gift of time with his boys. Photo courtesy Canuck Place Children’s Hospice

For many fathers, June brings love and appreciation for the role dads play. For Canuck Place Children’s Hospice dads like Emmanuel Domingo and Fed Angel, Father’s Day can be a tender and reflective time.

Rimbey’s small town charm is gaining attraction!

Wire Service on June 3, 2024

Left to right: Darlene Mounkes and Alison Low from CIR Realty.

Rimbey is one of Central Alberta’s hidden gems for those seeking their forever home

Family, community support helps Greater Victoria teen defy expectations

Wire Service on May 27, 2024

Jax, 13, has made major strides in his mobility journey, supported by the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island’s Bear Essentials program.

With mobility tools from Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island, Jax makes big improvements

Mix and match barbecue delights from M&M Food Market in Belmont Market

Wire Service on May 20, 2024

From left to right: Tropical fruit bars, Orzo salad, Cheddar & Bacon burgers, Custard tarts.

Elevate your grilling game with these delicious mains, sides and sweet treats!

Mix and match barbecue delights from M&M Food Market

Wire Service on May 13, 2024

Daryl Turner, store owner at M&M food market in Royal Oak.

Elevate your grilling game with these delicious mains, sides and sweet treats!

M&M Food Market teams up with BGC Canada to support Canadian youth

Wire Service on May 13, 2024

From left to right: Langley BGC branch, Club Coordinator Herv Bezjak and Langley M&M Food Market, owner Robert Davison.

Langley store offers special deals to help fuel positive change

Campbell River volunteers step up for Island kids

Wire Service on April 29, 2024

Andrew Fraser and his fellow technologists from the BC Hydro team in Campbell River recently spent a day volunteering at Q̓ʷalayu House, the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island’s home away from home for families whose children are undergoing medical treatment.

‘Home way from home’ for families an essential lifeline

Connections program supports local families

Wire Service on April 29, 2024

The Connections program has shown how instrumental connection points have been for creating friendships, reducing isolation and localizing supports for rural Comox Valley families.

Sometimes, having a place to connect and play in the neighbourhood can be a game changer for young families.

What mom really wants this Mother’s Day is a day off!

Wire Service on April 29, 2024

From upper left to lower right: Croissant breakfast sandwiches, key lime pie, cedar wrapped salmon, wagyu beef sliders.

Easy and delicious meal solutions for a stress-free Mother’s Day

Kids have fun, parents see results at Westshore coding camps

Wire Service on April 29, 2024

At Code Ninjas, kids 5 to 14 enjoy enriching programs that keep them engaged and having fun while they learn.

Registration for summer camp programs at Code Ninjas is open now!

Get ready to sing, move & laugh! North Okanagan Children’s Festival returns May 24

Wire Service on April 22, 2024

The 360 All Stars boast a stellar cast of athletes and artists who’ll take the stage at the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre as part of North Okanagan Children’s Festival. Photo courtesy VDPAC

Pay-what-you-can festival invites families to experience and array of music, comedy, circus and more

Simple, four-course Easter dinner solutions

Wire Service on March 25, 2024

From upper left to lower right: Cheese and spinach cannelloni, mini-quiche florentine, apple butter pork tenderloin, strawberry shortcake, green beans, and mussels in white wine sauce.

Mix and match, four-course dinner ideas from MM Food Market

Bring the best of the pub home with these bar-food favourites

Wire Service on March 11, 2024

Daryl Turner, store owner at M&M Food Market in Royal Oak and their second location in Shelbourne.

Give your bank account a breather and enjoy a night out from home

Bear Essentials: Hearing aid readies Island girl ‘to take on the world’

Wire Service on February 26, 2024

Abi, with mom Alli and brother Jack, is passionate about dance, her friends and family. The family is grateful for the support from the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island’s Bear Essentials program that provided a hearing aid so Abi could hear clearly again. Photo courtesy Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island

Program supports Island families with costs of health-related travel and equipment

Family Day meals made easy!

Wire Service on February 12, 2024

Glen Chisholm (right) and another Otter Co-op team member, show off some of the delicious and easy meal solutions available from the Otter Co-op Deli.

Abbotsford and Langley retail centre offers delicious, ready-made meal solutions

Long-time local GP shares vision for specialized pediatric care in Terrace

Wire Service on February 5, 2024

Gayle Appleton, a retired nurse, and husband Geoff, a retired GP and Campaign Cabinet Co-Chair for the Closer to Home Fundraising Campaign, have been instrumental in efforts to bring a NICU to Terrace as part of the hospital replacement project. Photo courtesy REM Lee Foundation

Husband-and-wife team continue to support northern B.C. families

Kootenay pharmacist shares the 101 on ‘never-ending’ coughs

Wire Service on January 29, 2024

Get the answers you need on a variety of health topics at Gray’s Compounding Pharmacy in Kimberley.

Q&A on seasonal coughs – what you can do about them

Preemie birth experience highlights need for Terrace NICU

Wire Service on January 8, 2024

Franklin and Bradley Dunfield were born prematurely in the in Terrace, but whisked off to the NICU in Prince George for care shortly after. While parents Charity and Craig were thrilled with the care they received, they welcome the planned addition of a new NICU here in Terrace, to enable care closer to home.

Campaign aims to keep neonatal care Close to Home for babies and families

How a simple gift transforms lives of Island children + families

Wire Service on December 22, 2023

Through donors’ generosity, the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island has been able to support Karena and her son Owen with equipment that makes it easier for Owen to enjoy and explore the community.

Community is vital to the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island’s work

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