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Minutes of the Executive Committee of Council

Open meeting held on 2016 December 07

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#17-N-001 - Scandinavian Cultural Society

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Leif Erikson Day Festival

An application was received from the Scandinavian Cultural Society for the Leif Erikson Day Festival to be held on 2017 September 30 to October 1 at the Scandinavian Cultural Centre.  The festival will feature Finland as the country of focus showcasing its history, current endeavours and the contributions made to Canada by its immigrants.  Other components of the festival include presentations, music and folk dance performances, craft workshops, photography and art displays, film screenings, cultural foods and children's activities.

Request:

$2,000

CPA:

2016 - $2,500 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2015 - $2,500 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2014 - No Application

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#17-N-004 - South Burnaby Lawn Bowls Club

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Centennial Celebrations

An application was received from the South Burnaby Lawn Bowls Club for their Centennial Celebrations to be held 2017 February to July at their Clubhouse at Kingsway and Inman.  The club celebrations include a member luncheon, an official opening luncheon and two celebrations related to Canada's 150.

Request:

$6,000

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17-S-004 - Vancouver Cantonese Opera

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Reunion of a White Hare

An application was received from the Vancouver Cantonese Opera for the performance of the Reunion of a White Hare to be held on 2017 July 22 at the Michael J. Fox Theatre.  Cantonese opera is a unique combination of performing arts including singing, dancing, acting, miming and acrobatic movements.  The Reunion of a White Hare by Tong Dik San is a challenging musical that eulogizes the theme of love and devotion.  Three international and renowned Cantonese opera performers from Hong Kong and Seattle have been invited to participate with the local professional Cantonese artists for this performance.

Request:

$8,000

CPA:

2016 - $3,500 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2015 - $3,500 (Small Scale Grant)

2014 - $5,000 (Small Scale Grant)

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#17-L-003 - Ocean Canada Inc.

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Kariktan Festival

An application was received from Ocean Canada Inc. for the Kariktan Festival to be held on 2017 August 27 at the Central Park Triangle Playing Fields at Patterson and Kingsway.  The one day festival will showcase multicultural, ethnic and traditional culture and arts including dance, music and cuisine in celebration of Burnaby's 125th anniversary.  The Festival goals include promoting unity, showcasing pride and the various traditions of Ethnic communities, and delivering a high impact family oriented festival.

Request:

$25,000

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17.01.p - Burnaby Hospice Society

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Hike for Hospice Burnaby

An application was received from the Burnaby Hospice Society requesting an in-kind grant for printing of promotional materials (brochures, posters, banners, etc.) for the 15th annual Hike for Hospice Burnaby to be held on 2017 May 07 in Central Park. Event proceeds support the Society’s hospice palliative care and bereavement support programs, offered at no cost to Burnaby residents and their families and friends.

Request:

$1,500 in-kind printing

CPA:

2016 - $1,500 (in-kind printing)

2015 - $1,500 (in-kind printing)

2014 - $1,500 (in-kind printing)

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#17.02.p - The Society to End Homelessness in Burnaby

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Coldest Night of the Year

An application was received from the Society to End Homelessness in Burnaby requesting an in-kind grant for printing two banners – one for the Society, to raise the awareness of homelessness in Burnaby and services provided to citizens living in extreme poverty and homelessness, and one for the first annual Coldest Night of the Year Walk to be held on 2017 February 25.  The Coldest Night of the Year event is a fun, family-friendly fundraiser to raise money in support and provide services for Burnaby’s homeless citizens.

Request:

$520 in-kind printing

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17.03. - BullyingCanada Inc.

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Programming Support

An application was received from BullyingCanada Inc. requesting a grant to assist with the cost of services and programs provided by the organization for 2017.  Programs and services include: national 24/7 telephone support network, and youth voices speaking program, and workshops.

Request:

$5,000

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17.04. - Moscrop Secondary School

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Dry Grad 2017

An application was received from Moscrop Secondary School requesting a grant in support of their Dry Grad event for 2017.

Request:

Unspecified

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17.05. - Sandra's Closet, LLC

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Clothing for Communities

An application was received from Ms. Sandra Allen, Owner of Sandra’s Closet, LLC seeking a grant to assist with the business operations financial to open Sandra’s Closet in British Columbia.  Sandra’s Closet, LLC is a community-based program that helps low and moderate-income individuals and families, as well as providing clothing for its communities.

Request:

Unspecified

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17.06. - Stoney Creek Environment Committee

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Bee Pollinator Awareness Project

An application was received from the Stoney Creek Environment Committee seeking a grant to assist with the cost of a Bee Pollinator Awareness Project at the upcoming Great Salmon Send-Off to be held on 2017 May 13.  The purpose of the project is to educate the public regarding the issue of the lack of bee habitat and the important role bees play in our ecosystems and food systems.

Request:

$500

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17.07.p - Rotary Club of Burnaby Metrotown

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2017 Wine, Food and Music Festival

An application was received from Rotary Club of Burnaby Metrotown requesting a grant in support of the 2017 Wine, Food and Music Festival scheduled to take place on 2017 April 22 at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre.  Proceeds raised support the charitable work in Burnaby, as well as contributing funds to build an outdoor fitness circuit at Fraser Foreshore Park.

Request:

$3,000 in-kind printing

CPA:

2016 - $2,500 (in-kind printing)

2015 - $2,500 (in-kind printing)

2014 - $2,000 (in-kind printing)

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#17.08. - Burnaby Community Services

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Core Programs and Publications

An application was received from Burnaby Community Services requesting a grant to assist with the cost of services and programs provided by the Society for 2017.  Programs and services include: the Burnaby Camping Bureau ($6,000), various publications ($9,000), Seniors Transportation ($8,000), the Burnaby Christmas Bureau ($5,000).

Request:

$28,000

CPA:

2016 - $28,000

2015 - $28,000

2014 - $28,000

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#17.09.p - Burnaby Community Services

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Various Publications

An application was received from Burnaby Community Services requesting an in-kind grant to assist with the printing cost of various publications provided by the Society.  These publications include: Seniors Outreach Cards in multiple languages ($2,500), Ready, Set, Learn brochures ($3,250), and Community Outreach Cards ($2,000).

Request:

$7,750 in-kind printing

CPA:

2016 - No Application

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

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#17.10. - Burnaby Community Services

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Burnaby Recreation Credit Program (2017 and 2016 Supplemental)

An application was received from Burnaby Community Services requesting a grant to assist with the fixed costs ($17,000) of administering the Burnaby Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Recreation Credit Program for 2017, as well as a supplemental balance of $7,912 for 2016.  The Recreation Credit program provides low-income residents with credits that can be used towards Burnaby Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services programs and admissions. 

Request:

$24,912

CPA:

2016 - $17,000

2015 - $17,000

2015 - $8,720 Supplemental Grant

2014 - $17,000

2014 - $9,260 Supplemental Grant