# Community events and fundraising in British Columbia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/community-events-and-fundraising-in-british-columbia
> Updated: 2026-10-01T21:00:00.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 2.

Community events and fundraising initiatives are occurring across various regions in British Columbia. In Sooke, the third annual Sooke Grand Parade raised over $16,000 to support the development of the Sooke Gathering Place, a proposed drop-in centre for seniors, youth, and families. Additionally, the Sooke Region Museum held its second annual Crabfest to fund the replacement of heritage shields.

In other parts of the province, cultural and environmental activities are also underway. The Surrey and White Rock region is preparing for the annual Culture Crawl to showcase local artists, while the Surrey & White Rock Environment & Business Awards recognized companies for environmental awareness. Fundraising efforts for youth services are being conducted in the Okanagan and Kelowna regions through donation matching and art auctions, and the Chilliwack Academy of Music recently held a fundraiser via the BC Tasting Festival.

## Claims

- The Wubs Family Foundation donated $1 million to Foundry South Surrey-White Rock. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Peace Arch Hospital + Community Health Foundation has committed $2 million to the new Foundry centre. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The total cost of the Foundry South Surrey-White Rock project is $6.45 million. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The centre will serve youth aged 12 to 24 and their families. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Construction is expected to begin toward the end of 2026. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-01: British Columbia community events and local fundraisers

British Columbia communities are hosting various cultural and charitable events, including the White Rock and South Surrey Culture Crawl and several fundraisers supporting youth health and music education.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wubs-family-foundation-donates-1m-to-foundry-south-surrey-white-rock

### 2026-09-18: Sooke community events raise funds for local projects

Community events in Sooke, B.C., including the Grand Parade and Crabfest, raised funds for a new community gathering place and local heritage preservation projects.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-festivals-held-in-sooke-and-vernon

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