Douglas College Foundation
1250 Pinetree Way V3B 7X3 Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Don’t miss out on a night of trivia fun, coming to a screen near you on March 11. RSVP for Quiz Night here: douglascollege.ca/quiznight ABOUT THE COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROJECT ... Last year this Douglas College student-led project won the John Gibbard Memorial Award from the United Nations Association in Canada Vancouver branch. The award is given out annually to a student or group of students committed to creating positive change locally or internationally. The project collects donations of clothing, food and toiletries, as well as funds they use to purchase additional necessities; supplies are then distributed to homeless people in the Downtown Eastside. Being recognized with this award is a reminder to us that what we’re doing is noticed and that it’s important, says Vanessa. It has made me feel really motivated to continue promoting change for the homeless community. Despite COVID-19 and the state that the world is in, it’s still important to try to connect with others and give back where we can, in the safest way possible. This student-led project makes an important impact on many in our community. And now you can help, too! In collaboration with Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise!

Join us on March 11 for our annual Quiz Night & Silent Auction in support of Community Outreach Project, led by Douglas College Psychiatric Nursing students all from the comfort of your own home!

The end of the year brings no greater joy than the opportunity to express to you season’s greetings and good wishes. While we can’t celebrate together in person this year, know that we appreciate all that you DO and we value you as a member of the Douglas College community! Wishing you a joyous holiday season with peace and cheer in the New Year, from all of us at the Foundation! Please note that the College is closed to the public during the holiday season (December 24 January 1). If you are looking to make a gift that would qualify for the 2020 tax year, please visit our website for more information: http://ow.ly/Ag1R50COlNv

Giving Tuesday was a rousing success! Thanks to each and every one of those in our community who gave to support students in a time of uncertainty. And thank you to those who shared why they chose to give this year! We'll be sharing these messages throughout the week to highlight the passion and dedication of those in the Douglas community.

We are incredibly grateful to each and every individual who has come together today to help Douglas College students be resilient this #GivingTuesday. If you’ve already given, consider sharing the Resilience Campaign link with friends and family who also value the power of education. Gifts made before midnight tonight will qualify for a match, while funds last! douglascollege.ca/resilience Today, any act of kindness of a gift of resilience. Thanks to the Kendalls who shared why they continue to support Douglas College students. You are helping Douglas students be resilient!

Meet Paula, a Douglas College Alumni who graduated in June 2020 with her Bachelor of Applied Psychology. Paula was also recognized as Douglas College's Community Builder of the Year at the 2020 Student Leadership Awards. With your help, students who are graduating in the midst of a pandemic can be resilient. Give today at douglascollege.ca/resilience #DouglasCollegeAlumni #Douglas50 #Giving Tuesday

Meet JP, a Physical Education and Coaching student who is on his last semester at Douglas College JP was recently recognized with the Living Big Student Leader of the Year Award of Distinction at the 2020 Student Leadership Awards, for his outstanding leadership, commitment to his academics and contributions to Douglas community. With your help, the leaders of tomorrow like JP can be resilient. Give today at douglascollege.ca/resilience - Giving Tuesday Canada #GivingTuesday2020 Douglas College Student Life

Meet Amrita, a Douglas College Bachelor of Business Administration student specializing in HR, who is working to advocate for students across BC. Today, your support can help students like Amrita be resilient: douglascollege.ca/resilience #GivingTuesday2020

Congratulations to Psychiatric Nursing student Vanessa Reid and the entire Homeless Outreach Project for Mental Health team for winning the United Nations of Canada John Gibbard Memorial Award. This award is given out annually by the United Nations Association of Canada Vancouver branch (UNAC-Vancouver) to a student or group of students committed to creating positive change locally or internationally. Read more about this incredible project on the Douglas blog: http://ow.ly/7fWm50CnoeC

Meet Melissa, an international student studying Psychology at Douglas College. With your help, international and domestic students alike can be resilient: douglascollege.ca/resilience

Meet Jennifer, a Psychiatric Nursing student at Douglas College who is excited to make a difference in her community. With your help, the future healthcare workers of tomorrow can be resilient: douglascollege.ca/resilience

Patty is a Douglas College Physical Education and Coaching (BPEC) student and member of the Douglas College Royals women’s curling team. Patty was kind enough to film and share this video with the Douglas community from her home in the Yukon! With your help, student-athletes like Patty can be resilient. Give today at douglascollege.ca/resilience

These two grads found more than just a career path when they came to Douglas they found love, too. Learn more about their journey here: http://ow.ly/eBlM50BYQFP #FeelGoodFriday

It’s quite the process to paint a four-story mural! It took artist Carrielynn Victor, with the help of assistant Deb Silver, a full week to complete the paintin...g at our New West Campus. We captured the progress in this hyperlapse video. Titled Raven Figures, the mural was created to commemorate our 50th anniversary and is located on the south wall of the concourse. To learn more about the mural and the artist, visit our website: https://www.douglascollege.ca/mural

At Douglas College, we love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join the Foundation & Alumni Relations team: Executive Director, Foundation & Alumni Relations: http://www.douglascollegecareers.ca/postings/6557 Development Officer, Foundation: http://www.douglascollegecareers.ca/postings/6513

#ICYMI, earlier this year we sat down (virtually) with the AVP of Student Affairs, Sarah Dench, to discuss how Douglas College pivoted to a digital learning environment and continued to support instructors and students. While no one could have been prepared for a pandemic, Sarah and her team have been incredibly nimble as they continue to go above and beyond. Read more here: http://ow.ly/py9p50BUT7n

The response to our student videos has been incredible so far! We can’t thank you enough for your ongoing support of our students’ futures. This week we want to introduce Ariel, a Douglas College Child and Youth Care student who is specializing in child protection. Here’s what he has to say about his journey at Douglas College so far. You can help students like Ariel be resilient. Give today at douglascollege.ca/resilience

In the lead up to #GivingTuesday, we’ll be sharing videos from just a few of the Douglas College students who are persevering through uncertainty this year. Today we’d like to introduce you to Alex, a Psychiatric Nursing student who is passionate about helping his patients. With your help, future healthcare workers like Alex can be resilient. Give today at douglascollege.ca/resilience

2020 marks 50 years of @DouglasCollege. It also marks one of the most difficult years for our community, especially our students. In honour of the Douglas College students who are persevering through their studies during a challenging time, we are proud to launch the Douglas College Resilience Fund. As the pandemic continues, the many needs of our students are constantly shifting, from securing technology to remain connected with peers and instructors, to custom wellness support, to emergency funds. This fund will help address the critical, ever-shifting needs of these students in short, their GREATEST needs allowing them to continue preparing for their futures and pursuing their dreams. Give today to help Douglas students be resilient at douglascollege.ca/resilience

While 2020 has been incredibly difficult for all of us, this weekend we’re reflecting and giving thanks for the kindness and generosity of the Douglas College community. We hope everyone stays safe and healthy this long weekend from all of us at the Douglas College Foundation.

Even though we’re apart this year, we’re still Lighting Up Purple in memory of Amada Todd to raise awareness for World Mental Health Day! To learn how you can get involved and help, visit http://www.lightuppurple.com/ #lightuppurple #amandatodd #worldmentalhealthday #caring4others

We are adding large-scale Indigenous art pieces to our New Westminster and Coquitlam Campuses in commemoration of our 50th anniversary. Gerry Sheena, a Coast S...alish carver, is carving a traditional welcoming pole for the Coquitlam Campus, and Coast Salish artist Carrielynn Victor is painting a mural at the New Westminster Campus. The estimated 2.5 metre (roughly 8ft) welcoming pole will be carved on-site at the Coquitlam Campus starting the week of Oct. 13 and is expected to be completed by January. The pole will be erected near the Sol Garden by the campus’s main entrance, at the corner of Pinetree Way and Town Centre Blvd. The Coast Salish peoples use poles carved with a welcoming figure often making a gesturing motion as markers to greet guests arriving in their territories. The mural painting begins today at the New Westminster Campus. The mural will extend four stories on the south wall of the concourse and will portray the student journey, highlighting the knowledge students gain and share at Douglas. The mural will take roughly one week to complete. Read the full article here: http://ow.ly/mGPI50BKlYm

Thanks to our Communications Officer, Carly, for sharing this photo from Creston, BC! World Cleanup Day Return-It

For this year’s World Cleanup Day we’ll be sharing photos from our community doing their part to reduce, reuse and recycle. First up is Sherrill, from Douglas’ Safety, Security and Risk Management team, dropping off her recyclable containers at Return-It Maple Ridge. Thanks for sharing, Sherrill! #worldcleanupday

To celebrate World Cleanup Day (September 19) at a safe distance this year, we’re calling our community to share photos of themselves doing your part to reduce, reuse and recycle. Send your photos to [email protected] and we’ll share them on our social media channels on September 19! Looking for ideas? Learn more about the Foundation’s new partnership with the Return-It recycling program here: http://ow.ly/KdDI50B7Jf5

Prepare to be aMAZEd! Sorry if that’s too CORNy. The Bose and Sons Family Farm Corn Maze opens today and they’re helping us celebrate our 50th anniversary with ...a special Douglas-themed maze. This fun, family-friendly, outdoor activity is open rain or shine, from Aug. 26 through Oct. 14. Discounted tickets available! To ensure everyone enjoys their visit, please remember to maintain social distancing recommendations of 2 meters. https://bosecornmaze.com/bose-farms-corn-maze/ See more

Congratulations to Douglas College graduate Jessica L., the first recipient of the largest undergraduate nursing award in Canada. Read the press release here: http://ow.ly/wlFA50B5HM9