D.A.R.E. BC Participates in BC Day Long Weekend Community Picnic at London Heritage Farm

On Saturday, August 2, D.A.R.E. BC was proud to take part in the BC Day Long Weekend Community Picnic held at London Heritage Farm. The event was organized by Jackie Lee, Zone Chairperson of Lions International District 19L-A7 and Vice President of the Chinese Federation of Commerce of Canada.

The event was free with RSVP and brought together families and community members for a day of fun, connection, and celebration.

The picnic brought together representatives from a wide array of community charitable and non-profit organizations for a fun, engaging, and educational afternoon that celebrated the spirit of collaboration and community service. Over 600 community members attended and enjoyed the opportunity to connect with local organizations.

Participating Community Partners Included:

• Arthritis Society Canada

• D.A.R.E. BC

• Guru Nanak’s Free Kitchen

• Lions International 19L-A7

• Responsible Drug Learning Association

• Richmond Hospital Foundation

• Rotary Club of Richmond Lulu Island

• Save the Children Canada

• Safety Net Tracking System

• South Fraser Search & Rescue

• The Community Mental Wellness Association Canada

D.A.R.E. BC’s Role

At our booth, attendees of all ages learned about D.A.R.E. BC’s mission and the important work we do to empower youth. We shared messages about the dangers of drug use, the power of positive peer influence, and the benefits of leading a healthy lifestyle. Many families stopped by to ask questions.

Honoured Guests

The picnic was further enriched by the presence and support of several elected representatives, namely:

• City of Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie

• Richmond City Councillor Bill McNulty

• Richmond City Councillor and Conservative Party of Canada MP for Richmond Centre–Marpole Chak Au

• Liberal Party of Canada MP for Richmond East-Steveston Parm Bains

• Conservative Party of BC MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale Elenore Sturko

Gratitude and Acknowledgments

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the event organizers, volunteers, and all the community partners who made this celebration a success. Their dedication and teamwork truly bring our community together. Moreover, we are grateful to everyone who attended and supported the event.

If you would like to financially support D.A.R.E. BC’s work and empower youth across British Columbia, please consider making a generous donation at donate. A donation of just $25 can help put a child through the D.A.R.E. program—your support matters.

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