Red Shirt Day

Don’t miss out on your chance to show visible solidarity with people affected by disabilities, and celebrate their achievements by wearing red on Wednesday, May 31st! You can celebrate with us by stopping at the Bentley Center, UNBC @1pm. This is the day when you can wear your bravest clothes and support good cause at the same time!

Wednesday, May 31, at UNBC's Bentley Centre from 1:00pm to 2:30pm.

If you cannot attend in person, join the Zoom livestream: https://unbc.zoom.us/j/67902175129...

Webinar ID: 679 0217 5129

Passcode: 116565

Go By Bike Week

To help decrease the use of motorized transportation the Prince George Cycling Club is hosting Go By Bike Week once again! It’s time to SHIFT YOUR MODE on May 29 - June 4. Don’t forget to register at GoByBikeBC for a chance to win an E - bike and possibly a trip to Croatia!

To learn more about how to enter the contest for adventure in Croatia click here.

Give Hope Wings

Are you interested in experiencing the thrill of flying alongside a dedicated group of Canadian pilots while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients who require long-distance travel for urgent medical care? Give Hope Wings offers you the opportunity to not only enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Canada's most remarkable aviation sights but also connect with Hope Air patients along the journey and participate in community events across urban and rural settings.

In 2023, Give Hope Wings is launching three distinct expeditions focusing on Western Canada, the Prairies, Ontario, and Eastern Canada. These expeditions will include stops at major metropolitan airports, Hope Air patient communities, and renowned aviation locations. The aim is to raise funds and awareness for Hope Air, ensuring that patients receive the necessary support. You'll have the chance to witness stunning aerial vistas, interact with Hope Air patients, and engage in various community events.

Give Hope Wings has already raised an impressive amount of over $1.8 million, facilitating 5145 travel arrangements for individuals facing challenging circumstances. This initiative is your opportunity to join forces with Canadian pilots and leave a lasting impact on the lives of those in need.

Participants Needed To Help End Post-Secondary Student Homelessness (PSSH)

UNBC is conducting a study on Post-Secondary Student Homelessness (PSSH) and how it is a growing problem across Canada. They are asking to talk to anyone who has

  • experienced any form of homelessness,

  • Is your experience with homelessness in the past or currently experiencing homelessness, 

  • experience with homelessness and its length of time (e.g. very brief or a long time), 

  • if you have been at risk of homelessness but have not been homeless, 

  • are concerned you could become homeless. 

Interviews will be 1 to 1.5 hours long and can be attended at UNBC or virtually and will be conducted by a student researcher. For participating in this project, you will receive a $25 gift card. For more information, please get in touch with PSSH.UNBC@gmail.com.

Better Bike Lanes In Prince George

Are you tired of the lanes being unconnected and Unsafe? Do you want better bikes lanes in Prince George and also to promote cycling effectively? First, tell City Council that Prince George wants safe and bikeable lanes now and in the future! Then, sign the petition change.org/SafeBikingPG to see better bike lanes in Prince George! For more information on this petition and the people behind it, contact safebikingPG@gmail.com today

Grad Celebration at Omineca Arts Center

All roads lead to happy endings is an event held by Omineca Arts Center on Friday, May 26th, 2023, at 369 Victoria Street, Prince George, BC. With Performances by Hubcap Walter, The Fresh Princess & Miss Ryan with special guests and more. $20 for food, drinks and mingling at 5:30 p.m.; if you want to attend the dance party at 7:00 p.m., it will be $10. Email UNBChappyendings@gmail.com to grab your tickets, come down on convocation night, and enjoy your accomplishments!

Fly A Musical Performance

Fly is a concert happening May 13th at 1505 5 Ave, Prince George, BC and features local professional musicians, including Shoshanna Godber, Katherine Peter, Allison Bell and Noel Jagoand and is themed to include many facets of lights. So come and enjoy an evening of music and explore flight from diverse perspectives! In addition, they will have a bake sale set at Intermissions that will be by donation to help support the St. Michaels lunch program, as well as a silent auction to benefit the Cantata Singers who continue to share their passion for choral music with you.