Aunt Leah’s Place cooking program has earned a Celebration of Community Award.
The New Westminster-based organization won a Celebration of Community Award at the 13th annual Scotiabank and United Way Community Spirit Awards held last week. The awards are presented to groups or individuals that have made an impact in helping children and seniors in the Lower Mainland.
“We are proud that our cooking club and fresh food program has been recognized with this award and are grateful for United Way’s support,” said Sarah Stewart, program manager for Aunt Leah’s Place. “The program provides a space for moms to build community, provides access to milk, eggs, bread and fresh produce, and relevant workshops on parenting skills.”
The United Way funds the cooking club and fresh food program, which ensures moms can access and learn how to cook healthy food for themselves and their children so their kids can get the best possible start in life.
Aunt Leah’s Place, a registered charity, has been helping kids in foster care and teen moms achieve a better future for 25 years.
Miss New West pageant set
Six young women will be vying to be Miss New Westminster 2014 at the upcoming pageant.
The Hyack Festival Association is holding the 43rd annual Hyack ambassador pageant on April 10 at the Columbia Theatre.
This year’s contestants and their sponsors are Anna Almonte (One Source Productions); Talia De Capite (New Westminster Firefighters’ Charitable Society): Ceylin Ozdemir (Save-On-Foods); Claire Dresselhuis (New Westminster Police Officers’ Association); Andie Lloyd (Royal City Rotary); and Jenni Slinn (Kiwanis Club of New Westminster).
Tickets are $20 and are available at www.eventbrite.ca. For more information, call 604-522-6894.
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