July 1, 2008:
2nd Annual Lonsdale Mile Run in support of the Burn Fund
Everyone is invited to participate in the fun family one mile run on Canada Day. Hosted by the North Vancouver City Fire Fighters Local 296.
Date and Time: Tuesday, July 1 at 9:30 am
Where: Start at the North Vancouver City Fire Hall from 13th and St. George's to Mahon Park, North Vancouver
Ages: anyone over 5 years, no pets or strollers
Cost: Adults $20 / Kids 18 & under $15 / Couples $38 / Teams of Five $90
How to Register: Drop off at North Shore Athletics, #101 - 1200 Lonsdale, North Vancouver or fax to 604-990-1113. Race Day registration cash only, until 8:30 am. Please make cheques payable to the North Vancouver City Fire Fighters IAFF Local 296.
More info: Race Director, Bob Hanlon at 604-980-3207 or bhanlon@cnv.org
UPDATE: July 2, 2008: First place finishers in their category included: Peter Cardle, Kerry Ward, Devin Rajala, Susanne Russell, Rea Blyth, Holly Stewart, Doug Gormican, Phil Crawford, Lisa Briton, Janet MacKintosh, Poyan Danesh, Andrew Hanlon, Tessa Hanlon.
The fastest time at 4:47.8 went to Peter Cardle.
Thanks all for your participation and support for the Burn Fund.

april 1, 2008:

30th Anniversary of the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund
A registered charity established in 1978 by the BC Professional Fire Fighters Association, the Burn Fund provides life saving, life supporting, and life enriching services to the people in British Columbia.

May 4, 2008:

Two Marathons - Two Cities - Two Countries in Two Weeks Fundraiser
Bob Hanlon, North Vancouver City Local 296 Fire Fighter is running the 112th Annual Boston Marathon on April 21 and the 37th Annual Vancouver International Marathon on May 4 in support of the Burn Fund. If you would like to pledge your support please contact Bob Hanlon at 778-549-0100 or by email: bhanlon@cnv.org. Donations can be made directly to the Burn Fund at 604-436-5617 or you can drop off at the North Vancouver City Fire Hall at 165 E. 13th Street during business hours. Tax receipts will be issued for donations over $10. All donations go directly to the Burn Fund and its programs.
UPDATE: Bob's official time for the Boston Marathon is 3:24. His official time for the Vancouver International Marathon is 3:29. Congratulations Bob!

April 12 , 2008:
The Neighbourhood Fire Hall concert series presenting: Spygirls
When: Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 2:30 PM
Where: Fire Hall #9, 1805 Victoria Drive (at 2nd Avenue), Vancouver, B.C.
Tickets: $10 at Tickets Tonight (www.ticketstonight.ca) 604-631-2872 and Highlife Records (604) 251-6964 at 1317 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, B.C.
All ticket proceeds from this event go to the B.C. Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund.
The Neighbourhood Fire Hall Concert Series is excited to present Vancouver-based Spygirl, a 6-piece group whose music has earned devoted fans and critical praise across town and around the world.

February 26, 2008:
An Evening of Fire and Ice
Join Kwantlen University College public relations and journalism students for an evening of chilled drinks and warm hearts. Includes hors d'oeuvres, silent auction, live music featuring jazz pianist Laura Smith and guest speakers. Global TV's meterologist Mark Madryga is hosting the event. Silent auction items range from an Absolute Spa gift package to a Vancouver Canucks Henrik Sedin signed T-shirt. The night will also include an oyster bar made possible by the B.C. Shellfish Grower’s Association. Tickets are $30 with all proceeds going to the Burn Fund. Tickets can be purchased by emailing fireandice2008@gmail.com. Venue: False Creek Yacht Club, 1661 Granville Street, Vancouver (Located under the Granville Street Bridge). Doors open at 6:30 pm. Event runs from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

February 28 & 29, 2008:
Paramedical Clinic
SPONSORED BY Sweet Leilani COSMECEUTICALS
LeiLani Kopp and Cindy Gillick, certificed Paramedical Makeup Specialists, will host two clinics offering free consultations to people suffering with various skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, burns and scarring. Please call to book your appointment.

Where: Pharmasave, 499 Granville Street, Vancouver
When: Thursday, February 28, 2008 from 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Contact: Daniel Tistioli, Cosmetic Manager, Telephone: 604-801-6991

Where: Pharmasave, Suite 400 - 1055 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver (Bentall Centre)
When: Friday, February 29, 2008 from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Contact: Sandy Clark, Cosmetic Manager, Telephone: 604-682-7755

15% of the sales from LeiLani's Skin Care Cover Stick is donated to the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burns, Plastic & Trauma Unit at Vancouver General Hospital.