Conan Davis is a local artisan who wanted to support the local artisan community. He has been operating Off The Lake Decor for just over four years and decided to relocate his garage workspace to a permanent storefront in Downtown Mission. He understands the challenges and joys of being an artisan and makes every effort to provide a broad selection of locally-made gifts for various occasions. He accommodates over 30 artists each month, and with a rotating lineup, local artists eagerly await shelf space in his store.​\

This fall, he's offering some amazing Hot and Cold Tumblers from Tumbleweed Tumblers. They have a vast selection to suit every taste, and if you buy 2, you'll get a deal! Clay With B presents some exceptional crafted clay earrings, featuring fun and unique designs. If you're looking for something truly distinct, come check out Wild Grizzley and his laser-engraved mirrors and slate coasters. Additionally, most of the artisans do accept custom orders. So, personalize your gift in time for Christmas.

September 11
Reading Buddies INFORMATION SESSION, 4pm, Mission Library. This event is open to anyone that is curious about the program or would like to apply in person.

READING BUDDY PROGRAM // This Mission Literacy in Motion program pairs volunteers from the community with emergent readers to help ignite a love of literacy. Each pair of buddies meets once a week at the Mission Library in an hour-long session to explore books and games together. They are currently looking for Big Buddy volunteers that would like to dedicate one hour a week for the school year (September- June).

​If you or someone you know would like to apply please have them submit their application:

• Students (all students grades 7-8 require a letter of recommendation), apply here -> https://bit.ly/MLIMStudent
• Adults (over the age of 18 require a criminal record check), apply here -> https://bit.ly/MLIMAdults

Attendees celebrated women overcoming adversity to create a better future for their families at Soroptimist International of Abbotsford-Mission’s Live Your Dream Awards at the Fraser River Interpretive Centre in Mission, BC on Saturday, April 22.

Six BC women, the primary supporters for their households, received a combined $9,500 to pursue their educational goals. Three winners shared their stories on Saturday; stories that included dreams of becoming a joiner, journalist, and nurse. Previous award winners have graduated with degrees in education, nursing, and social work. Winners are determined by a panel of judges who assist club members in determining fund distribution. This year’s judges included a former recipient of the Live Your Dream award, alongside What’s On! Mission’s owner and publisher, Ellen Nguyen.

Each year, Soroptimist International of the Americas (SIA) gives away over $2.8 million for the Live Your Dream Awards as a part of its mission to provide women and girls with the training they need to achieve economic empowerment. Winners not only receive financial support, but the backing of a global organization believing in them and encouraging them to reach for their dreams. “Evidence shows that a quality education – more than anything else – holds the greatest potential to transform the lives of women and girls,” said Colleen Schmidt, member of the Abbotsford-Mission club. “Our Live Your Dream Awards address a common need around the world and here in our own community. They quite literally make dreams come true.”

The Abbotsford-Mission club also gave away an additional $28,000 total to their 10 community partner organizations: Abbotsford Youth Commission, Archway Community Services, Fraser Valley Brain Injury Association, Fraser Valley Child Development Centre, Lifetime Learning Centre, Mission Community Services, Mission Hospice, Peardonville House, Salvation Army and SARA for Women. Supporting community organizations, both financially and through volunteering efforts, is part of the club’s commitment to empowering women to achieve their dreams.​

Nominations for the Live Your Dream Awards open on August 1 and close on November 15. Awards are typically presented in the following April. More information about the awards are available on the SIA website: https://www.soroptimist.org/our-work/live-your-dream-awards/apply-for-the-live-your-dream-awards.html

Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) hosted the 2nd Annual Healthcare Heroes Slo-Pitch Tournament on August 12 & 13 at Exhibition Park in Abbotsford where teams battled the sweltering heat and dust. 

“It was great to see everyone come out and enjoy a fun weekend of ball while watching the jets fly above from the Abbotsford Airshow” says Leslie Gmur, Fund Development Coordinator. “We had 10 teams join us this year while trying to stay cool in the 32 degree weather.”

A big Thank You to our Garden Sponsor, Angry Otter and to our Ad Sponsors, Kitt Equipment and The Canadian Brewhouse along with all the volunteers, teams and spectators who helped us raise just over $7,350.00 towards the hospitals greatest needs.

Get Lit defended their title from 2022 and came out on top to against the Darkside with Diamond Dusters coming in 3rd place in Pool A. The Tickleberries and The Force called it a tie for 1st in Pool B with Dangerous Goods coming in 3rd place.
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our 3rd Annual Healthcare Heroes Charity tournament coming to you in June of 2024. To reserve your spot for next year or if you are interested in becoming a sponsor contact Leslie Gmur at [email protected] or call our office at 604-851-4890 for more information.
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The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing healthcare services in the Fraser Valley region. The foundation works in partnership with donors, volunteers, and healthcare professionals to fundraise and allocate resources that support patient care, research, education, and equipment needs across a wide range of healthcare services.