Renfrew-Collingwood Community News

News stories from the Renfrew-Collingwood community in East Vancouver


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August 2018 issue of RCC News is here

RCC News August 2018

Happy summer! This issue of the RCC News is full of the many wonderful people, events and programs happening in our neighbourhood.

Get your latest issue of the RCC News at your local coffee shop, grocery store, library and community centre.

Or click on the cover image to view the new issue.

In this issue:

  • Creative City Strategy — New arts opportunity for engagement
  • RCC News 20 years: Renfrew-Collingwood’s humble historic landmark by John Mendoza
  • Hairstyling for seniors at Collingwood Neighbourhood House
  • Remembering Chris Jamieson
  • How to design a bird-friendly garden
  • Report on Community Open House No. 1 for seniors
  • What you need to know before buying a home

Do you have a local story to tell or an event to share? We’d love to hear about it! Email rccnews-editorial@cnh.bc.ca.

The deadline for the September 2018 issue is August 10. We welcome story submissions from 300 to 400 words long. Accompanying photos must be high resolution in a jpg file at least 1 MB large and include a photo caption and the name of the photographer.


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July 2018 issue of RCC News is here

RCC News July 2018

Happy Canada Day! Remember to stop by Youth Celebrate Canada Day.

This issue of the RCC News is full of the many wonderful people, events and programs happening in our neighbourhood.

Get your latest issue of the RCC News at your local coffee shop, grocery store, library and community centre.

Or click on the cover image to view the new issue.

In this issue:

  • Family Place celebrates 30 years
  • RCC News 20 years: Cambodia by Robert F. Edwards
  • Collingwood Corner: The little house on Park Avenue
  • Tips to live with coyotes in RC
  • Collingwood resident receives award
  • Donations for a new seniors shuttle bus
  • Personal Financial Planning 101
  • Respect for cultures woven throughout CNH
  • Mr. Hoo recognized for 25 years volunteering

Do you have a local story to tell or an event to share? We’d love to hear about it! Email rccnews-editorial@cnh.bc.ca.

The deadline for the August 2018 issue is July 10. We welcome story submissions from 300 to 400 words long. Accompanying photos must be high resolution in a jpg file at least 1 MB large and include a photo caption and the name of the photographer.


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June 2018 issue of RCC News is here

This issue of the RCC News is full of the many wonderful people, events and programs happening in our neighbourhood.

Get your latest issue of the RCC News at your local coffee shop, grocery store, library and community centre.

Or click on the cover image to view the new issue.

In this issue:

  • Youth Celebrate Canada Day Sunday, July 1
  • RCC News 20 years: Turning 50 with Chatty Cathy by Loretta Houben
  • Expert tips to fight chafer beetle
  • Remembering Pat
  • Collingwood Corner: Joyce Road Auto Wreckers
  • Let’s talk about elder abuse
  • Read On! Start your day off right
  • Canada’s updated Food Guide coming soon
  • Local church shares music with the neighbourhood

Do you have a local story to tell or an event to share? We’d love to hear about it! Email rccnews-editorial@cnh.bc.ca.

The deadline for the July 2018 issue is June10. We welcome story submissions from 300 to 400 words long. Accompanying photos must be high resolution in a jpg file at least 1 MB large and include a photo caption and the name of the photographer.