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The first snow of 2010 came two days ago spreading across the Lower Mainland. Like many people, I was ecstatic to see the flurry whites. However, as happy as I can be, I am also reminded of many others who are currently homeless and houseless (as said by good o' George Carlin) who might have a lot more trouble this season if the predictions of a harsh winter come true - especially their feet.

Did you turn your lights off for earth hour?

Is something fishy going on here?

Good news, for a change!

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we got socks!

can you guess how many?

If you took part in the “Put Your Compassion Into Action” event, you deserve a hug and a high five! You helped raise over $177,000 cash and food for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank!

Put your compassion in action, we are!

Join us for a food bank drive and free organic breakfast.

Saturday, Oct 3rd, at the Vancouver Public Library,
350 West Georgia Street, 9am til’ noon.

send me a tweet if you can find Envirowoman's #1 tip for reducing plastic (clue, the answer is in a post on this very site!)

(til friday)

Just over two years ago we here at Vancity conducted a social experiment: we wanted to know what would happen if we chose to spend some of our marketing dollars a little differently with a view to combining our marketing efforts with community building.

a while ago i participated in something called Project Connect, an event that brings together a whole lot of services available to homeless people in our community, in one place for one day. there were dentists, barbers. people advising on affordable housing, and hot meals - not to mention the smiles and love.

Hello friends,

Did you take part in the Vancity ChangeEverything.ca bikeshare experiment? Do you still have a bike? Do you want the chance to be a TV star? If you said yes to any of these questions, get in touch with me right away!

Kate

I loved the bike share idea when I first heard about it and I applaud VanCity on their effort. 

It has been just about two weeks since the Vancity BikeShare experiment set 45 bicycles free onto the streets of Vancouver. Some of you have bikes, some of you are hoping to connect with someone who has one to pass along and some of you are watching from the sidelines.

I have lived in Vancouver all my life I think more people should ride to work as opposed to driving it would cut down on ozone depletion and total air quality I am 47 years old and I would benefit from exercise.

My earliest recollection, from a young age when thinking about summer fun was involving a bike. The sound of the chain, the rubber grabbing the road, and the wind in my hair was freedom to a young boy. As I grew up, bike became an integral part of my fitness regimen, as well as an economic alternative to get to and from point 'a' to point 'b'.

I already own a bike but live in False Creek so I'll see if I can give it away in the next few days. We're organizing a potluck on July 7th in Leg-In-Boot square and maybe the bike could be given away then.

I really think it is good to ride bike. Especially in the downtown area and it is safer for the booming population/ Good for health. I like biking it saves me a lot of money. I would even take a biking trip to the country to enjoy the environment.

Have been a long time bike rider (recreational) and bike riding has been one of the pleasures of my life. I hope that by participating the joy of bike riding can be spread to others.

I work at a natural foods restaurant, and I currently drive to work. I grew up in a rural town where driving was the default "assumed" mode of transportation...

I am interested in this program b/c it might help me 'unask' my old prejudices regarding this, and help me live in accordance with my own ideals...

I am Devi Rai I like to ride a bike to go to work its good way to come to work instead of driving and have more pollution on the road. I love riding its good for your health. It is one of the best ways to get around town.

Saw the bike share program in Berlin and was very impressed with the idea. A really thouroughly implemented bikeshare program would lessen the need to carry bikes on buses. I'm also a Vancity member and dig their community initiatives.

I think the Vancity bikeshare program is a fabulous and innovative idea to promote friendly commuting and to raise awareness within the community. I have not ridden since my elementary days and have always said that I should just ride a bike to work given that it is so close. The problem: I don't own a bike yet!

I think alternative transportation is a great idea. it helps the environment and keeps you fit. You also feel less stress because you are free from driving in traffic, finding parking and it saves you money. Riding a bike is also fun and a great way to enjoy time with your family and friends.

I'm part if the autoshare and I also work in the Film Industry and have the ear of a lot of people who would like to ride a bike and share with others that would like to do the same. i've told others about the autoshare and they have signed up with it. this would be just another way to help

I would like to join bike share to be able to explore the city for the couple of months while I am visiting Vancouver, and save money, time and stress by not clogging up the roads with more unwanted congestion.

I have been volunteering in Vancouver for over eleven years. In that time I have seen first hand how a small group of dedicated people can affect change within the community at large. As a dedicated transit user I know the toll congestion takes on our city.

I love the bike share idea. Biking is truly the best way to get around Vancouver, especially during the summer. On top of reducing pollution, noise, greenhouse gas emissions it also saves you money, keeps you feeling healthy and self-assured and keeps your life simple and flexible.

While my father still mentions getting a learner's permit in a lofty voice over the phone, I think I've accepted the fact that I'll never drive a car. I have always been dependent on transit, bikes or my own two legs. I'm excited about the launch of a bike share program and I'd love to participate.