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Burn Awareness Week: Children’s Poster Judging

Andrea — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:21:40 +0000

The 14th annual Burn Awareness Week poster judging contest took place this year at the Old Spagetti Factory in Gastown. We were there along with other sponsors of the Firefighter’s Burn Fund Association to deliberate on the winner of this year’s poster which will be used to promote fire safety across BC. Capilano has been a proud sponsor for 3 years raising over $80,000 for the cause through our Canyon Lights event in December as well as other initiatives.

Thousands of elementary students from all over British Columbia participated in the contest with fun and lively illustrations that aim to promote safety and help make everyone aware of potentially harmful situations. This year was the most robost year for the contest with over 1500 entries. We had a lot of fantastic entries to go through and having appies, drinks, and dinner courtesy of the Old Spagetti Factory, fuelled us throughout the evening! The winner will be announced shortly by the Firefighter’s Burn Fund Association so stay tuned!

A few of the entries for the Burn Week Awareness Poster Contest

One of our personal favourites

Sue Kaffka, our Director of Marketing, looking for her favourite poster in the pile that didn't make the cut!

Light up your Night: Canyon Lights at the Park

Andrea — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:09:38 +0000

Star light, star bright, it’s once again time for Canyon Lights! Capilano Suspension Bridge’s annual holiday tradition makes a shimmering return for 2009. From December 4 – January 2, guests can experience the bridge in a new and magical light, suspended and sparkling high above the canyon. Canyon Lights is a holiday favourite for the whole family and includes glass-blowing with local artist Malcolm MacFadyen, gingerbread cookie decorating, Kid’s Corner, and the merry melodies of the holiday band.

Proceeds from admission will be donated to the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund, with a goal of raising $20,000 for the organization to support Burn Awareness Week in BC elementary schools. Come down and see the park lit up with lots of lights and holiday cheer

For more information, see details below, visit www.capbridge.com or call 604-985-7474

What: Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge

When: December 4, 2009 – January 2, 2010 5:00 – 9:00pm *except Christmas Day when the park is closed

Price: $15 for adults, $5 for children (6-12) or $35 for a family (two adults, two children)

Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge (3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver)