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July 3 - 4, 2010:
Port Moody Fire Fighters Local 2399
Pancake Breakfast
The flap jacks where flipping this weekend when the Port Moody Fire Fighters Local 2399 hosted their long standing, annual Pancake Breakfast in support of local charities. Their kind donation to the Burn Fund totalled $1474.31!
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July 1, 2010:
Whitehorse Fire Fighters Local 2217
2nd Annual Canada Day BBQ
A fun Canada Day BBQ and Junior Combat Challenge was hosted by the Whitehorse Fire Fighters Local 2217 and raised $1550.00 for the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
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June 26 & 27, 2010:
BC BBQ Championships
Many came out for the feast of summer at the BC BBQ Championships held at the River Rock Casino Resort. All proceeds raised, $2100, were donated to the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
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June 26 & 27, 2010:
Prince George Fire Fighters Local 1372 - 2nd Annual Burn Fund Cycle Tour a Success!
Five Local 1372 Fire Fighters, Kelly Henderson; Paul Knudsgaard; Denver McCullough; Aaron Brouwer and Jared Steiger, and one civilian rider participated in the 2nd Annual Prince George Fire Fighters Burn Fund Cycle Tour on June 26 & 27, 2010. They cycled from Prince George to Dragon Lake (near Quesnel) and back. All funds raised were donated to the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
The riders and support staff donated their off-duty time to help this cause. Through hosting a variety of events such as BBQ's and car washes, the group managed to raise funds in excess of $7000.00 for the Burn Fund! The group would like to thank their major sponsors: Scotiabank, Superstore, Invis Mortgage Consultants, Ron Davis of Doucette Realty, and M&M Meat Shop. Also a huge thank you to Local 1372 Fire Fighters who donated time and efforts at all our events, as well as the public support we received in our fundraising efforts. This year, a civilian member, Neil Henderson, who joined us, raised close to $1500.00 while training in preparation for the 274km round trip cycle. We look forward to more commiunity involvement in the years to come. Should you like any further information regarding this charity cycle, or to get involved with next year's event, please feel free to contact us via email or phone. Kelly Henderson 250-981-3992 khenderson@city.pg.bc.ca
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June 13, 2010:
Burn Fund Run
Several hundred people turned out at 5 different locations of the Running Room for the 3rd Annual Burn Fund Run. The weather was great which made for a enjoyable 5KM walk/run for all the participants!
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June 12, 2010:
1st Annual Summer Heat - Nanaimo Fire Fighters Local 905
The summer did, in fact, get hotter due to this sizzling fashion show and dinner. The amazing cuisine was followed by a fashion show, then live and silent auctions. Nanaimo Fire Fighters did a fabulous job of attending to the 400+ guests and received many compliments on their hard work. This event will only continue to grow in popularity so remember to book early for your tickets next year! Pictures coming soon!! | |
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June 5, 2010:
Wings & Wheels 2nd Annual Ride & Fly
This year's event, held at the King George Airport, was very well attended with a wide variety of bikes. The BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund was presented with a cheque for $2010.00 from this annual event!
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June 4, 2010:
Dawson Creek Fire Fighters L2136 - 2nd Annual Poker Night Fundraiser
The Dawson Creek Fire Fighters would like to thank all of the local businesses for the donations that made the auction such a huge success as well as everyone who came out and took part in the poker tournament. This year we raised $12,123.13 for the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund. We look forward to having this event again in 2011!
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May 8, 2010:
Reverend Ray Parker's "Walk for Hope" - Kamloops Fire Fighters Local 913
Wow! An amazing $9600 was raised for the Burn Fund from this energizing 10KM walk that was completed by many participants!
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May 6, 2010:
Courage to Come Back Awards
The 12th Annual Courage to Come Back Awards were presented to six outstanding individuals who have faced seemingly insurmountable odds and come through with courage, strength and a drive to give back. The BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund is very proud to announce that Cindy Thomsen, an Adult Burn Survivor, was one of the amazing individuals who were celebrated with this award.
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April 10th, 2010:
2nd Annual Charity Ball - Fort St. John Fire Fighters
Local 2143
This year's event was very well attended and fun was had by all! An amazing $16,584.00 was raised that will benefit the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
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March, 2010:
Capilano Suspension Bridge presents cheque to Burn Fund!
The Capilano Suspension Bridge presented a cheque in the amount of $22,904.14 to the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund in support of the annual Burn Awareness Week Poster Contest.
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Tim Baillie, Burn Fund Director and Burn Awareness Week Program Chair; Nancy Stibbard, Owner, Capilano Suspension Bridge; Sue Kaffka, VP Sales & Markenting; Stacy Chala, Communications Manager.
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February 9, 2010:
Alex Warner, Adult Burn Survivor, Carries Olympic Torch!!
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January 26, 2010:
Burn Awareness Week Presentation at Sardis Elementary School
Children from Sardis Elementary in Chilliwack learn valuable burn prevention lessons and how to stay safe.
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January 20, 2010:
TTM Resources 2nd Annual Yacht Roundup Charity Event
This year's event was a wonderful success with over 700 people attending and $60,000 raised that will be split evenly between the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund and the Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver. The BCPFF Burn Fund would like to extend a big thank you to TTM Resources for choosing us as one of their charities of choice as well as their very gracious donation!
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January 9 & 10, 2010:
5th Annual Christmas Tree Chip - Port Moody Fire Fighters Local 2399
The 5th Annual Christmas Tree Chip was a great success, raising $9500.00 for the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund. More than 12,000 trees were chipped in the 2 day event!
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Past News & Events from January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009 |
December 2009:
Powell River Fire Fighters L1298 - Gingerbread Houses!
The Powell River Fire Fighter Local 1298 teamed up with the Town Centre Hotel for their 2nd Annual Gingerbread House Competition. Head Chef Gord Clendenning spear headed this event and with his talented staff created a whole town of gingerbread houses which were displayed at Christmas time.
Hotel customers made cash donations in order to get a chance to vote for the best creation. The total proceeds raised were $385.05 and will benefit the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund. Thank you to the Powell River Fire Fighters and the Town Centre Hotel for their generous donation!
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November 14, 2009 :
Adult Burn Survivors assist with Bright Nights Set-Up
The 2nd Annual Volunteer Event was held on November 14th, with a record number of members from the Adult Burn Survivor's commmunity turning out in support of Bright Nights Set-Up in Stanley Park. The rains mostly held off, and it was terrfic fun for everyone who accomplished decorating the Christmas Houses, and getting the Spaghetti Tree up with survivors Al Finnbogassen and Doug Nesbitt in the Geni. Great day for sharing and support from those who benefit from The Future is Mine program as provided by the BCPFF Burn Fund!
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November 5, 2009 :
Kamloops Fire Fighters L913 - 3rd Annual Ladies Diamond Dinner
It was an amazing night! The ladies were served delicious food at the Sun Rivers Golf Resort, entertained by live music and had a wonderful time!
The proceeds raised, $10,141.49, were donated the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
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October 31, 2009 :
Lynn Valley Village Haunted House!
All the ghosts and ghouls came out to trick or treat at the Haunted House sponsored by the Merchants of Lynn Valley Village in North Vancouver. Admission to the Haunted House was by donation and 100% of the proceeds were donated to the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund with a total of $744.20 raised. Special thanks to Maureen Cosgrove from Dream Designs for her conceptualization of and spearheading this event!
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October 15th - 31st, 2009 :
Dunbar Annual Haunted House
Ghosts and ghouls sent shivers of fright up the spines of all who attended the Dunbar Annual Haunted House. This year was the best yet with new displays that were bigger and more terrifying than ever! The BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund receieved a donation in the amount of $14,200.00 from this event. We would like to extend our thanks to Brad & Anna Marie and their team for this very generous donation!
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JULY 3rd, 2009 :
Charity Poker Night - Dawson Creek Fire Fighters Local 2136
The Dawson Creek Fire Fighters hosted a very successful Poker Night raising $9608.96 for the Burn Fund! Prizes totalling over $3000 were awarded to the winners along with a 50/50 draw, auction items and more! Dawson Creek would like to say a special thank you to the local businesses who supported this event and assisted in making it such a success as it couldn't have been done without them!
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JULY 2nd & 3rd, 2009 :
1st Annual Cycle Tour - Prince George Fire Fighters Local 1372
Fire fighters Kelly Henderson, Denver McCullough, Jared Steiger, Paul Knudsgaard and Captain Dennis Perrault completed the 262 km round trip over 2 days. Fire fighter Aaron Brouwer, Erin Henderson (wife of Kelly) and Erin Steiger (wife of Jared) drove 2 support vehicles for the riders. Both days consisted of approximately 5 hours of riding, all riders completed the circuit without an injury to speak of, although there were definitely a few 'aches and pains' and the riders dealt with 6 flat tires along the way.
We raised $7460.82 in total for the Burn Fund and would like to thank all the members who supported us, financially and also for helping with our various fundraisers; our friends and family who provided assistance; and a special thank you to Fire Dispatcher Kathy Norby who brought us a hot meal one of the nights.
Thanks to our corporate sponsors:
Scotiabank; Polar Refrigeration; Invis Mortgage Brokers; Sand Bulk Transportation; Joe Martin and Sons; Cycle North Enterprises; Summerside Sport and Cycle; RBC.
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JULY 1st, 2009 :
Terrace Fire Fighters L2685 Canada Day Breakfast!
750 people were served a delicious pancake breakfast at the Terrace Fire Hall on July 1st at the 12th Annual Breakfast which is now a well-established Canada Day tradition. The Terrace Fire Fighters Local 2685 donated $3500 from this event to the Burn Fund. | |
JUNE 28, 2009 :
Bikers for Burns Ride 2009 - Vancouver Fire Fighters Local 18
Info and photos coming soon!
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JUNE 28, 2009 :
9th Annual Tri-It Triathlon - Langley City Fire Fighters Local 3253
Come on out for an exciting, fun filled race day - Swim, Bike & Run your way to the finish line! Sign up early to ensure you don't miss this great event! Proceeds benefit the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
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JUNE 25, 2009 :
Golden Crossing Constructors holds Garage Sale
What do you do with dozens of desk, chairs, cellphones, shelves, drills, fire extinguishers and more when you're done building an $800-million bridge? If you're the Golden Crossing Constructors Joint Venture that erected the Golden Ears Bridge, you hold a garage sale. An interesting keepsake item that was sold at the sale were golden bolts used to calibrate torque wrenches for the stay cables on the bridge.
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JUNE 17th, 2009:
General Paint Corporation presents cheque to Burn Fund!
The General Paint Corporation presented a cheque to the Burn Fund today in the amount of $7376.76. These were funds raised from their corporate rebate program, please click here for more details General Paint Discount
Picture L-R: General Paint - Davis Kyle (VP Marketing), Nancy Kuchta (Administrative Project Assistant), not pictured here: Chris Lonsdale (Manager Trade Sales and New Business Development); BCPFF Burn Fund - David Dales (Executive Director), Kris Anderson (Director).
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JUNE 14th, 2009:
The Second Annual Burn Fund Run Raises over $14,000 for the Burn Fund Building!!
The Burn Fund Run took place on April 5 at the Abbotsford Running Room, and on June 14 at the Burnaby, Victoria Broadmead, and White Rock/Surrey Running Rooms. Fire vehicles, kids, dogs and people walking, running and doing other various forms of exercise made for a fun event. Thanks to everyone who participated and supported the Burn Fund Building Project. This year's event raised $14,005.75 to go towards the Burn Fund Building, for a total of over $20,000 raised since the event began two years ago. We are looking at the comments and recommendations from this year, for improving next year's run. We would like to thank the staff of the Running Room for their hard work and advice over the last two years. With this year's growth, the event will be bigger and better in the future!
If you would like to be kept on the mailing list about this fundraiser, please email your contact info to Tim Baillie, Director & Vice Chair, Burn Fund Building Project at tim@burnfund.org
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MAY 9th, 2009:
Ray Parker's Charity Walk for Hope raises over $3400.00 for the
BCPFF Burn Fund - Kamloops L913
A great time was had by all who participated! This group of amazing people completed the 22km walk in 3.75hours! Special thanks to PEP for supplying water for the walkers; Kamloops Fire Rescue for the use of their vehicles and the additional water; Reverend Ray Parker and Dianne Smith for facilitating the idea, and to everyone who came out and participated in supporting the Burn Fund and helping to raise over $3400.00!
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APRIL 18th, 2009:
1st Annual Fire Fighter's Ball - Fort St. John, BC
Fort St. John Fire Fighter Local 2143 hosted their
1st Annual Fire Fighters Ball and raised over $11,000
for the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.
Mr. Hockey Gordie Howe attended the event which
made the evening very memorable for everyone!
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Mr. Hockey Gordie Howe
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Local 2143 Fire Fighters
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APRIL 1st, 2009:
Kiwanis 7th Annual Quiz Night - Kamloops Fire Fighters Local 913
The Kamloops Kiwanis Club will be hosting their 7th Annual Quiz Night on April 1st, 2009. Proceeds from the event will benefit the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund. What is Quiz Night? Our Quiz Master will ask teams of up to 4 people, a total of 100 questions in 10 series of 10 questions. The topics are wide ranging and include sports, history, geography, politics, literature and entertainment. Date and Time: Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 from 7pm – 9:30pm
Location: Desert Gardens Seniors Center – 540 Seymour Street
Registration Fee: $100.00 per team (up to 4 people)
Prizes: 1st Place – 4 rounds of golf with carts at Eagle Point, 2nd Place – Lift passes at Sun Peaks
Further info: Doug Button 250-314-0545 or Gord Greer 250-376-3356
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MARCH 7, 2009:
Neighborhood Fire Hall Concert
Kutapira
Net ticket proceeds to the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund
ALARMS MAY INTERRUPT THE CONCERT. The musicians will do their best
to continue. The Fire Fighters will be as tactful and quiet as possible as they hurry away. Saturday, March 7 2:00 PM Fire Hall # 9 1805 Victoria Drive (at East 2nd Ave) Tickets $12.00 Tickets Tonight www.ticketstonight.ca 604-684-2787 or Highlife Records 1317 Commercial Dr. 604-251-6964 click to view poster
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MARCH 7, 2009:
Fashion Inferno Fundraiser - Campbell River, BC
Tickets for this black tie event can be purchased at the Number 1 Fire Station, 675 13th ave, Campbell River. Supporters of this evening can expect a great night featuring; a Champagne reception, Hors d’oeuvres, a catered dinner by Rose’s Catering, a fashion show featuring local models and fashions, a great silent auction and live auction, a dance, and many other entertaining events through-out the night. Firefighters will be in attendance in full dress uniform and will provide table service throughout the night. The Fashion Inferno continues to be one of the premier events in the City, and we anticipate that the night will sell out well in advance of March 7th. Last year's event raised over $21,000.00 for the Burn Fund and we are hopeful we can better those this year.
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FEBRUARY 7, 2009:
Neighborhood Fire Hall Concert
ALARMS MAY INTERRUPT THE CONCERT. The musicians will do their best
to continue. The Fire Fighters will be as tactful and quiet as possible as they hurry away.
SAM’S ROT’N POT’N BAND
Saturday, February 7 – 2:00 P.M
Fire Hall # 22 1005 West 59th Ave. (@ Oak St.)
Tickets $12.00
www.ticketstonight.ca 604-684-2787 or at The Vancouver Courier 1574 W. 6th Ave.
(Mon-Fri 9 AM-4:30 PM)click to view poster
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FEBRUARY 1 - 7, 2009:
13th Annual Burn Awareness Week
Fire and burn injuries are the second leading cause of accidental death in BC for children aged one to four years, and the third leading cause of injury and death for those aged one to eighteen. Scald injuries top the list for 'type' of injury and most are preventable.
By targeting children in the high-risk group from pre-school to grade seven, the Burn Awareness Week program teaches children to be responsible for their own safety and make their families aware of potentially harmfull situations. Visit the Burn Awareness Week program site to see safety tips, activity and colouring sheets and fun animations. Students can enter the annual poster contest to win prizes for themselves and their school. A portion of the site is available in French, Cantonese, Mandarin and Punjabi.
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