Handcrafted with Love
Ajax, ON – It was a record-setting year for the members of Knitting and Crochet for Community: by the end of December, they had crafted 4,653 hats, mittens, blankets and more and delivered them to hospitals, long-term care facilities, homeless shelters, and others. Sutton REALTOR® Whitney Collins-Wilson launched the group in 2020.
A Sweet Food Bank Raffle
Oakville, ON – Sutton Group - Quantum Realty Inc. raffled a delectable chocolate house and raised $500 for local food banks just in time for Christmas. With this gift, the charities could use their extra purchasing power to provide healthy, satisfying meals to 100 people in need.
Aquaman Screening Benefits Food Bank
Surrey, B.C. – More than 200 people dove into an underwater world ruled by the King of Atlantis, who fights an arch enemy intent on controlling the cursed Black Trident and ensuring the seventh kingdom of the seas remains lost in the depths. Dee Soriano and the Dee Realty Team at Sutton – Premier Realty invited their clients and families…
Steveston Santa Claus Parade
Richmond, B.C. – In a heartening display of community spirit and holiday generosity, the Steveston Santa Claus Parade dazzled local streets on Christmas Eve while gathering donations for the Richmond Food Bank. Sutton Seafair REALTOR® Diana Dickey and her husband Jerome, donned in delightful holiday attire, volunteered…
Full Bellies and Warm Hearts
Surrey, B.C. – Even until the last days of the year, the team at Sutton - Premier Realty continues to remember people in need. At a recent Christmas party, they raised $600 to fund multiple charitable projects including contributions to their local food bank. Volunteers deliver cash and non-perishable food to the Surrey Food Bank, then work a four-hour shift organizing the warehouse…
A Life of Exceptional Contributions
Lethbridge, AB – When Audrey King entered the real estate industry as an office manager in 1980, she displayed a natural aptitude for the business, organizational know-how, and caring leadership. That was the beginning of 43 years of exceptional professional and community accomplishments that culminated last week in a special award.
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.