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Canyon Lights 2010 in Photos

Andrea — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:43:31 +0000

Canyon Lights has been off to a great start this year and we’re excited to continue hosting this wonderful event until January 2nd, 2011. We’ve included some photos of Canyon Lights and hope you’ll be in soon to see it for yourself All proceeds are being donated to the Firefighters Burn Fund Association so come out and support a great charity, get festive, and have fun!

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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!

What Does Christmas Mean to You?

Andrea — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 20:39:51 +0000

Photo Courtesy of Tyler Ingram

Every year around this time, most people are finishing their mad scramble at shopping malls and department stores, hoping to get the perfect gift for their loved ones. We’re rushing to get everything wrapped, the perfect dinner made, and a festive outfit for the occasion to top it all off. Although our intentions are good, we could be losing sight of what’s really important.

Call me old fashioned or a walking cliche, but the real meaning of Christmas isn’t about gift giving or credit card maxing. It’s not about boosting retail sales or getting bombarded with TV, radio, and internet ads about what to buy, how to buy it, and where to buy it. It’s about being truly grateful for your life and everything in it. It’s a time to give a bit of yourself to someone whether you decide to donate to a charity, lend an extra hand, or simply to pass on the fuzzies by smiling at a stranger. So slow down the pace and enjoy the present moment, spend time with friends and family, and nurture yourself and everyone around you. There’s something so energizing about being in a room full of people you love.

We have seen so many wonderful families come through the Capilano Suspension Bridge and we wanted to thank everyone who has helped make Canyon Lights this year such a great success! With over 8,000 visitors so far to our festival of lights event, we have raised $20,000 for the BC Professional Firefighter’s Burn Fund Association. It has been so great to see people coming together for a great cause and enjoying everything that makes this time of year so great.

We’re wishing everyone a happy holidays and look forward to starting 2010 off in a great way!

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)