Free Family Day Skate Event
Richmond, B.C. – Sutton Group - Seafair Realty associates Ray Estrella, Brenna Inthavixay, Dan Fontaine, Daniel John, and Richard Chan are pleased to announce that they will once again offer a free Family Day skate for the whole community. The afternoon event will include goody bags for the children, face painting, and an animated photo booth.
Stylish and Delicious Diabetes Fundraising
Delta, B.C. – When Sue and Jayson Gordon’s daughter Abby was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at just eight years old, it changed more than her own life—it inspired her parents to help everyone coping with the life-changing condition. Sue is pleased to donate 2% of her realty commissions to JDRF.
The Spirit of the Holidays
CANADA – Remember what it was like to be a child eagerly anticipating Christmas gifts and tasty treats under the tree?This year, the high cost of food, housing and other necessities means many of them will be disappointed without help from the Sutton community. With just four weeks left until the holidays officially begin, there is still time to make a difference….
Beach Clean-up Party
Vancouver, B.C. – Corwin Kwan and his wife Yvonne organized a clean-up of Spanish Banks that was incredibly rewarding. The beach between UBC and Kitsilano is popular with locals and tourists, but the litter they leave behind is unsightly and poses a risk to wildlife including birds and sea creatures.
Halloween Spectacular on Bloor Street
Toronto, ON – This Halloween, a favourite destination for trick-or-treaters was the Sutton Group - Realty Systems Inc. office on Bloor Street. The team spent weeks creating colourful displays and a window selfie station filled with illuminated decorations such as a haunted house, ghosts, creepy crawlers, and a Mickey Mouse jack-o'-lantern.
KidsPlay in the Pumpkin Patch
Surrey, B.C. – KidsPlay is a local grassroots charity that aims to keep kids away from a lifestyle of drugs, gangs, and violence by sharing positive experiences and modelling community leadership. Kuljit Minhas of the Minhas Group at Sutton - Premier Realty invited KidsPlay participants to be his special guests at the Port Kells Nursery.
Dreams Take Flight
Richmond, B.C. – This month, 125 children with physical, mental, and social challenges were all smiles as they boarded a plane at YVR destined for a magical day at Disneyland. For 28 years, Dreams Take Flight Vancouver has arranged these free trips, which are made possible thanks to the generosity of donors, and the hard work of volunteers including Diana Dickey…
An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Ottawa, ON – As a new Director on the board of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation, Colin Zappia is pleased to announce his latest fundraiser. He has teamed up with Ottawa 67’s defenceman Henry Mews to ensure that Canadians continue to receive worldclass cardiac care…
Five Friends, Three Runs and a Turkey
Vancouver, B.C. – In two and a half weeks, David Eng volunteered at three outdoor sporting events: the CIBC Run for the Cure Vancouver, which raised $819,000 for cancer treatment and research; the Turkey Trot, which supports local food banks; and Under Armour Eastside 10K, a run that showcases the downtown area and encourages the participation of athletes with disabilities.
Planting Trees for a Cleaner Tomorrow
CANADA – All 13 Canadian provinces and territories were affected by wildfires this year and the area burned has surpassed anything ever recorded in our history. More than 45 million acres burned this year. Corwin Kwan picked up a shovel and helped to plant trees in Mahon Park in North Vancouver as part of National Forest Week this September.
15th Annual Real Estate Softball Tournament
Surrey, B.C. – Sutton - Premier Realty along with TD Canada Trust and the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board hosted the 15th annual Real Estate Softball Tournament last week at Softball City in South Surrey. Sixteen offices participated—the largest turnout in the tournament’s history.
Replacing Stolen Backpacks
Kamloops, B.C. – Thieves broke into a storage area at the Salvation Army in Kamloops this summer and stole nearly 100 children’s backpacks full of school supplies, water bottles, discounts for haircuts and gift cards for footwear. Corwin Kwan rallied support from others in the real estate industry and drove to Kamloops …
Volunteers Contribute to GranFondo Success
Vancouver, B.C. – Dedicated friends and spontaneous ingenuity ensured that 6,000 cyclists were off to a safe start in the RBC GranFondo Whistler. The 122km and 152km endurance bike races ascended from Stanley Park in Vancouver to the popular ski village. David Eng was one of the seasoned volunteers…
Paddle and Canoe Art Auction
Huntsville, ON – The Algonquin Outfitters’ bi-annual Paddle Art Auction gives Canadians an opportunity to own original art that celebrates the history and beauty of the Muskoka lakes region while raising funds for arts and cultural organizations. This online auction will run from October 23rd to November 12th.
Network in Nature
CANADA – As the summer heat eases and the smoke clears, it’s time to enjoy the great outdoors while you network with neighbours and colleagues. Spend a few hours volunteering at a festival, outdoor theatre, farmers’ market, sporting event, or fundraiser. You will meet new people, share a few laughs, and pay forward your success.
Walk/Run for the Cure
Orillia, ON – One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives, but thanks to fundraisers such as the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, there have been incredible advancements in screening, research and treatments. Breast cancer mortality rates have dropped by 49%….
MVP at the Abbotsford Airshow
GVA, B.C. – In a grueling August heatwave, Corwin Kwan didn’t hesitate to spend hours in front of a hot grill cooking multiple meals for more than 80 volunteers with St. John Ambulance (SJA) at the recent Abbotsford International Airshow. This Sutton REALTOR® has dedicated 29 years to SJA…
The Joy of Nourishment
Surrey, B.C. – Every few months, several volunteers from Sutton-Premier Realty deliver cash donations and non-perishable food to the Surrey Food Bank then work a four-hour shift organizing the warehouse and preparing packages for distribution.
Sky-high Logistics
Abbotsford, B.C. – The Abbotsford International Airshow (AIA) from August 11–13 will feature aerobatics and displays by the U.S. Airforce, the Royal Canadian Air Force and civilian organizations. The planes in the skies and on the tarmac will range from ultra modern to World War-era antiques.
Sutton Spirit Draw Winner
CANADA – Sutton Spirit is an initiative that began decades ago to enhance networking among Sutton REALTORS® and Brokers while raising their public profiles. Giving back to the community is proven to build trust and respect. Congratulations to our newest draw winner….