Stories & Photos
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New Shopping Experience at Cloverdale
September 1, 2010
Thrifty Foods Cloverdale first opened its doors back in 1997 and as the times have changed, so has our store. We're quite proud of our newly renovated store and look forward to offering you a new shopping experience.
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Symphony Splash
August 1, 2010
More than thirty Thrifty Foods employees gave their time and energy on August 1 to raise money for the Victoria Symphony at Symphony Splash! This year's event was another successful Sunday, with plenty of snacks sold and $2935 donated to the Symphony (all proceeds from sales). Thanks again to our vendors Frito Lay and Coke, who generously donated product for us to sell.
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Food for Families
July 13, 2010
Food for Families and BC Sharing are two great programs that in the last year raised more than $380,000! A big heartfelt thank you to all our customers who generously support their local food banks with a donation at the till.
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Oh Canada!
July 1, 2010
Thrifty Foods Campbell River was proud to participate in this year's Canada Day parade. Thank you to everyone who helped out!
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Boomer's Legacy
June 18 - 19, 2010
As part of the 4th annual Boomer's Legacy Bike ride, 25 cyclists cycled from Comox to Victoria on June 18 and June 19. Thrifty Foods provided the food for this worthy event that raises money for the Boomer's Legacy fund, which assists front line soldiers in the direct provision of medical services and supplies, school supplies, and other items to improve the quality of life in Afghanistan.
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25th Annual ChildRun
June 5 - 6, 2010
The 25th annual ChildRun set new records for participation and fundraising. More than 6,300 people registered for the event this year, which included a 5km run and the Thrifty Foods 1km Fun Run.
Funds raised from ChildRun and during the BC Children's Hospital Miracle Weekend totalled over $16.5 million. Donations to the Miracle Weekend are used to support the purchase of life-saving equipment, research into the treatment, prevention and cure of childhood diseases, recruitment and educational programs for caregivers, and programs in communities throughout the province.
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Youth Golf Clinics 2010
May 30 - 31, 2010
This year over 100 kids participated in the Thrifty Foods Youth Golf Clinics at Uplands Golf Course. The clinics were taught by professional golfers and members of the UVic Vikes Golf team. All proceeds from the clinics are donated to youth golf programs in Victoria.
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Sources Community Food Bank
May 28, 2010
From February 24 until March 23, Thrifty Foods Morgan Crossing donated 1% of sales to the Sources Community Food Bank. On Friday, May 28, Thrifty Foods presented the Food Bank with a cheque for $18,701.
Sources relies on over 80 regular volunteers to provide their services and survives through support of food and monetary donations from the community. Their services include shower and laundry facilities, and providing nutritious food, clothing and household items to White Rock/South Surrey community members in need.
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Nutrition for You Wins Regional Award
May 27, 2010
We are pleased to announce that Nutrition for You was selected as the Speaking of Food and Healthy Living Award regional winner for British Columbia!
Jessalyn O'Donnell, Registered Dietitian, received the award on behalf of Thrifty Foods at the Dietitians of Canada Annual Conference held in Montreal from May 27 to May 29.
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Tour de Rock Kick Off
May 15, 2010
This family fun event was a chance for everyone to come out and meet and greet the 2010 Tour de Rock Team Members, their supporters, sponsors and community volunteers. Sponsored by Coast Capital Savings, Thrifty Foods and the Beach club resort, it was a fun day with the RCMP Helicopter on site.
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Delta Hospital Walk for Health
May 11, 2010
On May 2, Thrifty Foods sponsored the Walk for Health - a fundraiser for Delta Hospital Foundation - by providing nourishment and energy to participants. $10 Smile Cards were also handed out as fundraising incentives. In the end, about 260 walkers raised over $55,000!
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TC10K
April 25, 2010
On April 25th, Thrifty Foods volunteers helped feed the 13,508 participants who registered for the TC10K this year. The event included a 10km run and the Thrifty Foods Family Run, both of which were held in downtown Victoria.
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MS Walk
April 11, 2010
Thrifty Foods volunteers were on hand to help feed over 650 participants at this year's MS Walk in Victoria. Event participants walked through Oak Bay, then gathered at Willows Beach Park for lunch and a celebration with music and entertainment.
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Help for Haiti
March 1, 2010
Thank you to all British Columbians for making a world of difference to the families who are facing one of the largest urban disasters. These funds will be assisting the Canadian Red Cross to provide the necessary humanitarian responses.
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22nd Annual Herb Bradley Coca-Cola Classic
February 7, 2010
The 22nd Annual Herb Bradley Coca-Cola Classic took place on Sunday, February 7 at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. This fundraiser for the Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports was open to all public and attracted both skiers and boarders.
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Gorge Road Hospital Christmas Dinner
January 5, 2010
The staff and patients of Gorge Road Hospital were treated to an amazing Christmas Dinner this year. The hospital staff all pitched in and cooked four turkeys with all the fixings, which was all provided by Thrifty Foods. Each of the hospital patients were also given a care package for Christmas, compliments of Thrifty Foods.
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CFAX Santas Anonymous
December 29, 2009
CFAX Santas Anonymous raises funds through general donations and special events, including the annual "Miracle on Broad Street Radiothon", which is supported by Thrifty Foods.
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Annual Sendial Luncheon
December 14, 2009
On December 14, over 380 Sendial Volunteers from our Victoria, Tsawwassen, Duncan and Mill Bay stores gathered at the Victoria Conference Centre for the Annual Christmas Luncheon. All of the volunteers who participate in the service for the community at large are dedicated to helping those in need.
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CIBC Run for the Cure
October 4, 2009
Over 4000 participants turned out in support of this year's Run for the Cure fundraiser at UVic. In total, over $500,000 was raised in Victoria. Many Thrifty Foods employees showed their support by volunteering at the event, while other employees raised money for the cause and walked the 5km route.
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Tour de Rock Finale
October 2, 2009
After two weeks and over 1100km of cycling, the Tour de Rock team arrived at their final stop - the Bay Centre in Victoria. This year, the team raised 1.3 million dollars, including a donation of $46167.85 from Thrifty Foods.
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Double Up
September 29, 2009
Earlier this year, Thrifty Foods announced a partnership with Vancouver Island University (VIU) to provide financial support to students. The new initiative, called Double Up, will see Thrifty Foods match funds raised by VIU faculty, staff and students for scholarships, awards, bursaries and student projects. VIU's goal is to increase internal fundraising to $20,500 in 2009, and Thrifty Foods will provide matching funds, dollar for dollar.
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Tour de Rock Send Off
September 19, 2009
The Tour de Rock Send Off took place at Broadmead Thrifty Foods on September 19. The Tour stopped at many Thrifty Foods stores on the Island, who helped raise funds for Cops for Cancer.
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Easter Seals Regatta
September 12, 2009
The Easter Seals Regatta is a unique fundraiser that raises money for Camp Shawnigan and Easter Seals House in Vancouver. It's all about giving children with disabilities a place to go where they're free from life's daily challenges.
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A Day at the Farm
September 12, 2009
Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust hosted "A Day at the Farm" 2009 to spread the word about the importance of agriculture in the region. Thrifty Foods supported this event by providing gift cards for the purchase of volunteer food, a gift basket for a draw prize and the use of two Thrifty Foods tents.
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Victoria Burn House Fundraiser
September 5, 2009
Staff from Thrifty Foods Tuscany Village and Quadra stores came together to raise funds for the Victoria Burn House, which provides free accommodation for families of patients undergoing treatment for burn injuries. From the sale of food, balloons, raffles and dunk tank games, $3000 was raised for this important place.
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Canada Day
July 1, 2009
Thrifty Foods was the title sponsor of the Canada Day event in Parksville. Our Smile Team worked hard to organize the parade and staffed the special events trailer to feed thousands of people in attendance at the park. They cooked hamburgers, hot dogs and fries, with proceeds of over $1000 going to Tour de Rock.
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24 Hour Relay Vancouver - BC Lions Society for Children With Disabilities
June 20 - 21, 2009
The 24 Hour Relay is more than staying up all night with your co-workers and running in circles; it's 24 little hours that can make a lifetime of difference in lives of children with disabilities.
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24 Hour Relay Victoria - BC Lions Society for Children With Disabilities
June 6 - 7, 2009
The 24 Hour Relay is more than staying up all night with your co-workers and running in circles; it's 24 little hours that can make a lifetime of difference in lives of children with disabilities.
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BC Children's Hospital Miracle Weekend
June 6 - 7, 2009
The 22nd Annual BC Children's Hospital Miracle Weekend is the chance for everyone across BC to be a Superhero. This two-day celebration showcases the best of Children's Hospital: patients, their families, caregivers and supporters that come from every corner of BC.
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Big Bike Ride for Heart and Stroke
June 3, 2009
Parksville Thrifty Foods participated in the annual Heart and Stroke Big Bike Ride this year and raised $1700 for the cause.
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Shawnigan Lake Walk
May 23, 2009
Thrifty Foods was proud to sponsor the half-marathon 22km Shawnigan Lake Walk for the Cowichan Family Caregivers Support Society. This year, 228 walkers/runners participated raising over $20,000 for this worthy cause.
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Eagle Unvelied at Suter Brook Thrifty Foods
May 15, 2009
On May 15th, the first of three Thrifty Foods sponsored eagle sculptures was unveiled at 10:00 a.m. under the watchful eye of Jerry Jaggers and staff and customers of the Port Moody area.
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Port Coquitlam May Day Parade
May 9, 2009
Thrifty Foods was pleased to be part of the 86th Annual May Day Parade. This Parade is enjoyed by up to 15,000 spectators from Port Coquitlam and the surrounding area.
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Thrifty Foods Teddy Bear Toss
December 13, 2008
Fans tossed over 800 teddy bears on the ice at the annual Thrifty Foods Teddy Bear Toss at the Cowichan Valley Capitals hockey game in Duncan.
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BC Children's Hospital Gingerbread Project
December 4, 2008
On December 4 and 5, 26 of our employees took part in an extraordinary event held at BC Children's Hospital and Sunny Hill Hospital.
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Thrifty Foods is proud to be a sponsor of Eagles in the City
November 1 - 30, 2008
Every winter from November to February literally thousands of Bald Eagles arrive to migrate on the West Coast of British Columbia to feast on Salmon on the banks of our rivers and tributaries.
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Cure by Chocolate raises $38,562 to benefit the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
October 8 - 21, 2008
From October 8th to 21st customers were able to pick up a Rogers' Pink Ribbon Raspberry Swirl Chocolate Cream at any one of 21 Thrifty Foods locations on the Island or in the Lower Mainland.
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RoundUp for Research
October 1, 2008
RoundUp for Research is a classic western style FUNdraising campaign that takes place in communities throughout BC. Local business people are "arrested" by volunteer sheriffs during the campaign. Our very own Andy Carter, store manager of Thrifty Foods Tsawwassen was a participant this year.
