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Park Board Committee Meeting

December 12, 2016

CHAIR’S REPORT

Commissioners in the Community

Nov 30: NEFC Park Design

Creekside Park Chair Kirby-Yung announced the hiring of the acclaimed New York based firm, James Corner Field Operations, to design the Creekside Park Extension in Northeast False Creek

Dec 1: Hockey Canada World Juniors Announcement

Rogers Arena Vancouver and Victoria have been selected to host the 2019 IIHF World Juniors Hockey

• Tournament. Commissioners with Megan Acosta, Trevor Linden, Councillor Louie and Donnie Rosa.

Dec 1: Festival of Lights Opening Event

VanDusen Botanical Garden Commissioners attended the annual Festival of Lights opening at VanDusen Botanical Garden. With Make a Wish Foundation Director of Communications, Stuart Chase.

Dec 1: Odd Squad Fundraiser

The Imperial Theatre Chair Kirby-Yung attended an annual fundraiser for Odd Squad to support prevention outreach and programs for youth against drugs and gangs. With Executive Director, Tony Hinton and President Diana Zappa.

Dec 3: Lumière Reception

Morton Park & Jim Deva Plaza Chair Kirby-Yung attended the lighting of Luna the Whale at Morton Park. With Lumière founders Stephane Mouttet and Shelley Hayashi along with Councillor Deal.

Dec 3: Santa’s Breakfast

West End Community Centre Commissioner Crawford attended the Annual Breakfast with Santa at the West End Community Centre

Dec 7: Christmas Party

Kerrisdale Community Centre Commissioners Crawford and Mackinnon attended the Kerrisdale Community Centre Society’s annual Christmas Party to thank the staff and volunteers

Dec 8: Holiday Heights at Bloedel Opening Night

Bloedel Conservatory Commissioners attended opening night of Holiday Heights at Bloedel, a new event at the

• Conservatory. With Lee Richmond, Cambie Village Business Association, Shawn Mitchell, and Rich

Hankin from VanDusen Garden Association