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Discovery Centre delighted with $30,000 donation from RBC

Fraser River Discovery Centre has received an impressive donation from the RBC Blue Water Project.
New West Record

Fraser River Discovery Centre has received an impressive donation from the RBC Blue Water Project.

The centre received a $30,000 donation as the featured charity at the recent RBC GranFondo Whistler, in which thousands of cyclists took part in a 122-kilometre journey from Vancouver to Whistler.

"We are very grateful for the donation and even more honoured to receive it as part of this year's RBC GranFondo Whistler," said Catherine Ouellet-Martin, the centre's executive director. "The Discovery Centre's work in bringing awareness to issues related to the Fraser River watershed is perfectly aligned with the RBC Blue Water Project. In addition, all our programs can be combined with a bike tour through Fraser River Bike Tours and Rentals at the River Market. Truly, this was a perfect fit!"

The RBC Blue Water Project, a 10-year global commitment to help protect fresh water, includes a $50 million philanthropic commitment to organizations that protect watersheds and ensure access to clean drinking water. The RBC Blue Water Project also promotes responsible water use through awareness programs and supports programs that encourage businesses to develop and commercialize innovative solutions to the water issues facing the world.

"The Discovery Centre is bringing awareness to the Fraser River in fun and innovative ways," said Susan Roh, manager at the Plaza 88 RBC branch in New Westminster. "RBC is committed to making a lasting social impact that strengthens health and well-being of communities. It's wonderful that RBC can support a charity from our community that has such a positive impact."

Fraser River Discovery Centre will use the donation to help provide interactive educational experiences that increase appreciation and understanding of the Fraser River environment, including the river's social and economic importance and to help ensure its sustainability for future generations. Through its education programs, the centre fosters a stronger understanding, ownership and desire to act positively to affect the health of the Fraser River.