The Editor,
East Richmond Community Association (ERCA) in partnership with the City of Richmond, is proud to provide a variety of community recreation, cultural and social programs and services at Cambie Community Centre.
Sunday, April 22 was a very special day for ERCA.
More than 350 men, women and children came out to participate in our sixth annual Earth Day activities. ERCA, in collaboration with the City of Richmond, Richmond Food Security Society and Tree Canada brought together a diverse group of residents to clean up the popular King George Park and its neighbourhood.
This hands-on event was an excellent way of creating more pride amongst residents in their environment. It was a wonderful opportunity for ERCA to work in partnership with so many organizations and businesses.
ERCA was privileged to have our local businesses like Disposal King, Starbucks-Bridgeport, Kin's Farm Market and Home Depot support our efforts by donating equipment and supplies. The leadership provided by the association, city, parks, Cambie secondary youth and community volunteers was exemplary.
The ERCA continues to support community garden initiatives and environmental programs. One of our priorities is to be leaders in environmental sustainability. Our board, staff and volunteers consider this goal in everything we do.
This past year, we created a new seasonal pre-school program called Pee Wee Farmers. We have just begun developing a second natural play space and truly support the philosophy and benefits of children interacting with nature.
Thanks to the city and its parks department, the King George Park has become a very popular and well-used landmark/attraction for our community. On behalf of the ERCA board and staff, I would like to thank everyone who took the time to help.
Balwant Sanghera ERCA President
