The Cornerstone: Spring 2011
Making a Difference
The second annual Hangout event was a huge success! Now in its second year, the Hangout raises funds for the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation and promotes awareness about HIV/AIDS in the community. This year, the Hangout featured some of the city’s most celebrated DJs for an afternoon T-dance at the Helm on June 5th.
I Couldn't Imagine Being Who I Am WIthout This Place
For Jay, the Dr. Peter Centre has been a place of acceptance – and a place where he learned to be himself again.
Read more: I Couldn't Imagine Being Who I Am WIthout This Place
Inspiring Achievements
Every day at the Dr. Peter Centre is an inspiring reminder about the positive change that can happen when we work together. Please read about some of the inspiring achievements of clients, staff, volunteers and supporters of the Dr. Peter Centre and Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation over the spring of 2011.
Team Dr. Peter and the Scotiabank Charity Challenge
“I don’t run – I walk,” says Chris Cross with a boisterous laugh. For Chris, a volunteer at the Dr. Peter Centre, the Scotiabank Charity Challenge Half-Marathon & 5k is a chance to raise money for the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation and to get out to Stanley Park for a little fresh air fitness.
Read more: Team Dr. Peter and the Scotiabank Charity Challenge
Telus Day of Giving
For the last six years, TELUS has hosted the TELUS Day of Giving to lend a hand in communities all across Canada.
Sunday, September 11th is Passions
Get ready for a forking fantastic event!
Passions, known as Vancouver’s “Best Small Gala”, brings together two dozen elite chefs for an extravagant evening of eating and auctioning. Don’t miss this special 8th edition of Passions with hot new restaurants, auction items and entertainment!
To purchase tickets, please click here or call 604.331.5086.
Featuring:
C restaurant, Chambar, Cibo Trattoria, CinCin, Coast, Crave on Main, Diva at the Met, El Barrio, Ensemble, Fraiche, Fresh Local Wild, Hapa Umi, Hawksworth Restaurant, La Terrazza, Le Gavroche, Maenam, Market at the Shangri-La, MIX the Bakery, O’Doul’s Restaurant & Bar, Oru Restaurant, Provence Restaurants, The Apron at The Westin Wall Centre, The Observatory, Tojo’s
Message from the Executive Director
On May 12th, the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation was in the Supreme Court of Canada as an intervener in support of Insite, Vancouver’s internationally recognized supervised injection site for people who inject drugs. We were there because the outcome will significantly shape Canada’s HIV prevention, care, and treatment strategies for years to come. The date the Court will release its decision is, of course, not yet known.
Coming Events
Rapture 11 July 30th & 31st
Pride Parade July 31st
Passions September 11th
Life Commitment September 22nd
World AIDS Day & Voices of Hope Concert December 1st
For more details please click here or call 604.331.5086.
Party with Purpose
If you’re hosting a party or event you can make the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation the beneficiary.
Click here to find out more about selecting the Foundation as your charity of choice.
Share Your Points
You can donate your Shoppers Optimum reward points to the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation.
You’ll help us purchase essential medical supplies and personal grooming items for our clients, as well as seasonal items and refreshments.
Donating your points is easy – visit www.shoppersdrugmart.ca/donate and click on Donate Now.
30 Years
June 5 was the 30th anniversary of the first reported cases of what we now know to be HIV/AIDS. While there has been great progress in the last 30 years, we need to continue to work together to ensure that everyone has access to appropriate treatment and care.
