In the Community

A Richmond-based society is celebrating World Autism Awareness Day by engaging autistic voices in the community this year.

Shoppers Drug Mart has released a free mental health program for community members struggling with stress during COVID-19.

They say there is no such thing as a free lunch, but a Richmond-based restaurant begs to differ.

Richmond residents will start receiving postcards from United Way as part of its Hi Neighbour initiative this week.

The Richmond Olympic Oval is bringing workout classes straight to residents and community members’ living rooms starting this week.

Dianne Woodhouse (left) presented a cheque for $15,300 on behalf of St. Albans Outreach and Advocacy to the organization’s treasurer, Sandy Scherban.

The Richmond branch of the Royal Canadian Legion donated $2,500 to the Richmond Salvation Army Rotary Hospice House.

The Richmond VanCity team raised $1,350 for CHIMO after it participated in the Coldest Night charity walk last month. Each year, CHIMO hosts the event to raise funds and awareness of the city’s most vulnerable people.

The Maple Residences in Steveston echoed with the sound of people banging pots and pans Friday night to declare their thanks for the province’s healthcare workers fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.

A Richmondite’s granddaughter took her musical talents to the local community to spread hope and joy in a time of social isolation.