Burnaby, BC – A good news story in the middle of a pandemic: thanks to our donors, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB) has made several positive changes at a time when our clients need our support the most. Introduction The Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB) is committed to providing healthy food to those in…
Stella is staying resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic An independent and resilient woman in her 60’s, Stella is thriving against all odds. Before the pandemic, Stella’s friends asked her if she wanted to become a Greater Vancouver Food Bank client, but Stella said: “No, I’m working, I’m earning, I’m not going to avail that benefit and blessing.” Little did…
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An independent and resilient woman in her 60’s, Stella is thriving against all odds. Stella left the Philippines 10 years ago by herself to seek a quieter life in Vancouver. It was challenging to find a job as a newcomer, but Stella was able to join the Army and Navy family, and she has worked…
Burnaby, BC – March 9, 2021 – With 60% of its client base living in Vancouver, the need for a large, safe space in which to distribute food 5 days a week is a critical one for the GVFB. “Since October of 2020 we have been fortunate to occupy a 10,000 sq ft warehouse donated to us by…
When all in-person events were restricted due to the pandemic, event organizers across Canada had to find new ways to provide the public with entertainment, and the PNE was no exception. The PNE WinterLights event was a 2-kilometre route enjoyed from the safety of your own vehicle, and included nine enchanted lands filled with glowing…
Odlum Brown is an independent, full-service investment firm providing disciplined investment advice and objective, value-based research with a singular focus on clients. Odlum Brown’s community involvement is a significant part of their culture. Since February 2016, Odlum Brown has made monthly donations to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB) to ensure regular and predictable funding…
Did you know that many of our clients are new immigrants to Canada? Moving from another country is never easy; from dealing with financials to the culture shock, it causes a rollercoaster of emotions and stress in one’s life. However, one of the biggest worries could be as severe as whether you will have enough…
We are honoured to announce that we have been selected as one of BC’s Top 100 Employers! Now in its 16th year, BC’s Top Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. This special designation recognizes the British Columbia employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. This year’s winners…
A note from Craig Edwards, Director of Operations “Industry donations are what enable us to give a larger quantity of fresh and healthy food to our clients and Community Agency Partners. They make up the largest amount of food we receive yearly. One of my main goals for this year is to increase the number…
