Kudos to two local eye doctors who recently saw some big honours come their way.
Dr. Brenda Horner, who practises optometry in New Westminster, has been elected vice-president of the B.C. Association of Optometrists, and her associate, Dr. Shainul Waljee, was the recipient of the Young Optometrist of the Year award.
Horner owns Family Eyecare Centre of New Westminster.
Recognized as an outstanding member in practice for less than 10 years, Waljee works at Family Eyecare Centre in New Westminster.
Waljee dedicates her time to the community through parent education seminars at local health units and has participated in eye care missions in Mexico, Tunisia and India.
Helping women
The trade union Unifor announced recently that it was donating $100,000 to 50 women’s shelters across Canada in conjunction with International Women’s Day held on March 8.
In New Westminster, the union, which represents workers at this paper (including me), presented a cheque to Monarch Place, which provides shelter and support to women and their children who are fleeing domestic violence.
Artisan’s fair
For those who love a little crafty shopping, get down to the River Market.
The event will feature artisans from New Westminster and beyond showcasing their wares including jewelry, quilting, books, beadwork, knitwear, painting and more.
This truly local shopping experience is being held on Saturday, March 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can also take in the delicious food and breathtaking surroundings that the market has to offer.
For more, visit www.rivermarket.ca.
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