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“Washed Ashore” – Art to Save the Sea Exhibit
February 15th, 2022Metropolis at Metrotown is excited to announce that Washed Ashore, the renowned, sustainable art exhibit made entirely out of plastic waste from the Pacific Ocean, is coming to Burnaby for its first visit to Western Canada. The Washed Ashore exhibit at the Metropolis at Metrotown consists of 10 giant marine wildlife sculptures made entirely of […]
Read more...Friday Coffee on Purpose
February 15th, 2022Join the United Way Social Purpose Institute for Friday Coffee on Purpose on February 25 from 12 – 12:30pm PST / 3 – 3:30pm EST. Friday Coffee on Purpose is a casual and friendly way to connect over Social Purpose with others who have questions or are interested in Social Purpose in business. What to […]
Read more...Beedie Luminaries – Hire the Future. Hire an Intern.
February 15th, 2022The Beedie Luminaries Foundation is looking for partners interested in offering student internships (12-16 weeks). Our student cohorts include young adults (Year 1-3 post-secondary students) as well as mature learners from our SPARK Program (Single Parents). Hiring interns can be beneficial to both a company and the intern seeking to gain real-world, practical experience. Here […]
Read more...Nominate Burnaby’s Outstanding Citizen of the Year
February 12th, 2022Outstanding Citizen of the Year recognizes outstanding service to our community. The City of Burnaby is currently seeking nominations for Outstanding Citizen of the Year. Every year, one outstanding volunteer is selected from a field of nominees to receive the Kushiro Cup, honouring them for their dedication to the community in cultural, recreational or other […]
Read more...D-Wave in $340M Deal to Bring Quantum Solutions to Public Markets
February 11th, 2022Burnaby Board of Trade member D-Wave Systems Inc, a leader in development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services, to go public through a proposed merger with DPCM Capital. . The transaction is expected to accelerate D-Wave’s ability to expand quantum computing beyond theory and government-funded research to innovative commercial quantum solutions for […]
Read more...BBOT Member L’Arche Greater Vancouver Launches Redevelopment and Housing Project Following Government Support
February 9th, 2022February 9, 2022 – Today, BBOT member L’Arche Greater Vancouver, which offers homes and Community Inclusion Programs for people with developmental disabilities, announced it has received funding to move ahead with the proposed development of its site after receiving funding from the province, federal government and City of Burnaby. The project will replace three outdated group-home buildings […]
Read more...Congratulations Hemlock and SPUD.ca – Finalists for the 2022 Business of Good Awards
February 7th, 2022Congratulations to Burnaby Board of Trade members Hemlock and SPUD.ca, chosen as finalists for BCBusiness The Business of Good third annual competition celebrating B.C. organizations that turn the principles of social responsibility into action. Hemlock and SPUD.ca are listed among 17 finalists under six categories: Community Involvement, Diversity and Inclusion, Environmental Sustainability, Indigenous Prosperity, Thought Leadership […]
Read more...WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Virtual Lunch and Learn
February 4th, 2022Who says there’s no such thing as a free lunch? Join WorkBC Assistive Technology Services at their next virtual lunch and learn, and lunch is on them! Following the webinar, each attendee will receive a $20 SkipTheDishes voucher via email. Join Marketing Manager, Nate Toevs, to learn about the services available to people who have […]
Read more...WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Webinar
February 4th, 2022Could you or an employee benefit from assistive technology to overcome a disability or chronic pain at work? WorkBC Assistive Technology Services has you covered. Funding is available now for supports such as: assistive technology, ergonomics, restorative supports, communication and hearing devices, vehicle modifications, and more. To learn more, attend our webinar. When: Every Wednesday, […]
Read more...City of Burnaby Endorses Treaty to Transition away from Fossil Fuels
February 1st, 2022Burnaby City Council voted unanimously to endorse the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, which is a global initiative to phase out fossil fuels and support a just transition. As reported in the Vancouver Sun: Burnaby has become the latest city to sign on to a global treaty that recognizes the climate emergency and the urgent need […]
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