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Suiting for Weddings

5/27/2025

Suiting up for Weddings. Spring is springing, and with the change in weather, we see plenty of couples approaching their big day. There is a huge amount of planning that goes into weddings, and while we won’t pretend to be experts on napkin folding techniques, we are experts when it comes to getting dressed. Here are some tips for tasteful and timeless wedding attire.

Coordinating Colours
Colour is often the top priority number one for many couples, typically because weddings have a cohesive aesthetic and the clothes need to match the, for lack of a better term, “vibe”. The big piece of advice here is not to overthink it. Colours don’t need to match 100% of the time, they just need to photograph well together. Outside of that, the world is your oyster. We’re happy to integrate your existing aesthetics into your suits.

It’s all about having a fit
While priority number one for most couples is colour, our top priority is ensuring your clothes fit you properly. There is a huge difference between an untailored garment and a tailored one, even if we’re just making sure your sleeves are the correct length. Tailoring in men’s wear is designed to accentuate your best features, and the suit is a flattering garment to begin with. The big trend this year is a movement away from slim and skinny-fitting pants back to a more timeless straight or slim straight leg. This creates a lovely silhouette that brings the attention back to your face and away from your shoes.

Accessory Considerations

Your belt should almost always match your shoes. You generally do not want mismatched leathers.
Black pants should not be worn with brown shoes, wear black.
Avoid wearing both a belt and suspenders/braces.
Your tie should complement the wedding party. It’s important to remember that a little texture goes a long way in bringing your colours together and making your photos pop.
If the groom and groomsmen wear white dress shirts, they should be similar in shade to the bridal dress, as mismatched whites create some odd-looking photos, and can make the dress appear “dirty”.

This is just the tip of the iceberg, of course. If you’re having trouble getting started, come see us! No appointments are needed, and our doors are always open. We recommend a four-month window for dressing a full wedding party - so the time is now!

See you soon, and congratulations on your wedding!

Lucas & Lavi

Mission Community Foundation Awards $255,000 in Scholarships and Bursaries

5/27/2025

The Mission Community Foundation held its Annual Scholarship and Bursary Awards Ceremony on May 22, 2025, at the Clarke Theatre. A total of $255,000 in scholarships and bursaries was awarded to Grade 12 students and adult post-secondary learners—the highest amount distributed by the Foundation to date.

Awards were presented to students entering a wide range of academic and vocational fields. Recipients were selected based on various criteria, including academic performance, financial need, and community involvement.

The evening also included the presentation of the G.W. Cooke Awards. The George Willoughby Cooke Awards Fund was established in 1992 by Bill and Shirley Walker of Mission and is managed by the Mission Community Foundation. Its purpose is to recognize students in Grades 7, 8 and 9 from our school district for achievement in Math and Science. Recognition medallions and certificates are provided to the recipients.

Scholarships, bursaries, and academic awards were made possible through contributions from individual donors, families, businesses, and community groups. The funds support students from the Mission area in pursuing education at various levels.
The Mission Community Foundation has administered scholarship and bursary programs for local students since its establishment. The annual awards ceremony is held to recognize recipients and acknowledge the support of donors.

Additional information about the Foundation, including how to apply for awards or contribute to scholarship funds, is available at www.missioncommunityfoundation.org.

TEDxMission 2025: “Change Makers: Shaping Tomorrow’s Future”

5/25/2025

TEDxMission is proud to announce its inaugural event, TEDxMission 2025, scheduled for Saturday, June 21 from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) Mission Campus, located at 33700 Prentis Ave. Doors open at 5:00 PM.

This year's theme, "Change Makers: Shaping Tomorrow’s Future", celebrates individuals and ideas that create change in our neighbourhoods, and spread beyond to inspire - to craft a brighter, more innovative, and inclusive future. This public event will feature a series of talks by inspiring speakers who are challenging the status quo and leading meaningful progress in their communities and beyond.

Tickets for TEDxMission 2025 are priced at $40 each and are limited to 100 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information and tickets to the event, visit tedxmission.ca.

About TEDx
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.

TEDxMission is proud to announce its inaugural event, TEDxMission 2025, scheduled for Saturday, June 21 from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) Mission Campus, located at 33700 Prentis Ave. Doors open at 5:00 PM.

This year's theme, "Change Makers: Shaping Tomorrow’s Future", celebrates individuals and ideas that create change in our neighbourhoods, and spread beyond to inspire - to craft a brighter, more innovative, and inclusive future. This public event will feature a series of talks by inspiring speakers who are challenging the status quo and leading meaningful progress in their communities and beyond.

Tickets for TEDxMission 2025 are priced at $40 each and are limited to 100 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information and tickets to the event, visit tedxmission.ca.

About TEDx
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.

EmpowerHer Event

5/24/2025

Feeling empowered and inspired at last night's Empower Her Event. Themed "Beyond Limits: Redefining Success", stories were shared by Keynote speaker, Dr. Shahana Alibhai and panelists Carly Croft, Jamie Hayes, Julie Fanucci, Madison McKenzie, Rimmi Purewal-Deol to a sold out audience

St. Andrew’s United Church in Mission Celebratesthe 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada

5/23/2025

By Judith Ray | Photos by Mission Community Archives

The United Church of Canada (UCC) was founded on June 10, 1925, through the merger of four Protestant denominations: the Methodist Church of Canada, the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec, the Presbyterian Church in Canada, and the Association of Local Union Churches.

To celebrate and share memories of the many contributions made to the community and the country, St. Andrew’s United Church in Mission is hosting a lunch on June 14, 2025. Over the years, many people in Mission were baptized, confirmed, married, sang in junior and senior choirs, attended Sunday School, and participated in the CGIT (Canadian Girls in Training) program, the UCW (United Church Women), and other church activities. There are many memories and special relationships that have shaped the lives of people in our community, and photos and historical information will be on display to help stir those memories.

St. Andrew’s United Church has occupied several locations over the past 100 years. It is now a tenant at All Saints’ Anglican Church, sharing space and some programs with them. The sale of the former church property on Grand Street has provided the congregation with the opportunity to be free from the concerns of building and property maintenance and to focus instead on how best to support the needs of the broader community—both as volunteers and by sharing resources. This year, we have provided support to programs at Mission Central School, E.S. Richards School, Hope Central, the Mobile Medical Bus, Mission Literacy in Motion Association, Opening Nite Theatre Summer Camp, Starfish Backpack Program, and Mission Youth House.

We welcome everyone to share in the celebration. Bring your stories, memories, photos, and more.

Please RSVP by May 31st to 604-826-8296 or [email protected] so we can plan for refreshments and the program.

Some highlights of the history of the United Church of Canada since 1925:

1936 – ordained the first woman minister, Rev. Lydia Gruchy
1944 – a founding member of the Canadian Council of Churches
1948 – a founding member of the World Council of Churches
1968 – Evangelical United Brethren Church joined the United Church of Canada
1969 – all 15 residential schools operated by the United Church of Canada are closed
1980 – elected the first woman moderator, Reverend Lois Wilson
1986 – formally apologized for past denial of Native Spirituality
1988 – all persons regardless of sexual orientation are welcomed to be or become members of the United Church of Canada and eligible to be considered for Ordered Ministry
1988 – inaugurated the All Native Conference within the United Church of Canada
1992 – elected for the first time a First Nations moderator, Reverend Stan McKay
1994 – established the Healing Fund to help First Nations communities respond to the painful legacy of residential schools
1998 – formally apologized to former students of United Church run residential schools
2005 – part of the collaborative efforts to support Parliament to vote in favour of legalizing same-sex marriage
2006 – signed the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement
2012 – United Church crest is modified to add the four traditional colours and the phrase “All My Relations” in Mohawk
2019 – the United Church of Canada begins the steps towards a self-determining Indigenous Church within the United Church of Canada

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Mission Community Foundation Awards $255,000 in Scholarships and Bursaries

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EmpowerHer Event

St. Andrew’s United Church in Mission Celebratesthe 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada

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