Honouring those who persevered in the face of mental illness and addiction. SHINE started 2018 by announcing that it’s signature event of communities supporting communities will be held on September 22, 2018, at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver. This year SHINE takes a look at The ARTS. Van Gogh to Ledger – Gaga to Chanel ...

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Spectrum Sessions: Deeper Side of House A new series of events promoting love and unity through music and the beauty of diversity. Explore the deeper side of house music with special guest BERLIN, at the XYYVR, 1216 Bute Street on Friday November 18th. Spectrum Events was created by a group that is made up of ...

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Firstly, if you haven’t got your tickets yet there is still a bit of time left. The Show is about 90% sold out so act fast. It’s been a journey for hundreds as they prep for Saturday’s show at the Commodore Ballroom. From participants to community members the one thing that stands out prior to ...

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With hundreds of volunteers and only a page to write, it’s impossible to put this event into complete perspective. There are just so many people that won’t be mentioned or highlighted simply because this extravaganza is Epic in Size. You may have seen the countdown on Facebook, or watched Justin Voitic’s Tour De Force last ...

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Random Encounter: Why SHINE is Important Walking to the pride parade I encountered a young man in his twenties sitting on a discarded mattress, next to a garbage bin, eating a few scraps.  He asked if I could spare some change. I recognized this young gay man from Davie Village, as well as from interactions ...

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An extravaganza with hundreds of local volunteers takes to the Commodore Ballroom on September 10th for SHINE.  SHINE is the continuing legacy of Dean Thullner, who after years of producing BRILLIANT and raising millions of dollars for St. Paul’s Hospital, now aims to raise funds for mental health and Hope Centre.  Dean thrives on giving ...

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