Chief Constable Adam Palmer, building owner Jeff Holmes and Vancouver City Councillors Sarah Kirby-Yung and Lisa Dominato cut the ribbon for the Mount Pleasant Community Policing Centre's Grand Opening.
A big shout out to the Mount Pleasant community for the overwhelming response and support for the 70 plus people who lost their homes in the devastating apartment building fire on E 10th. The contributions filled an empty store which was generously donated by Kingsgate Mall. Community volunteers worked with Mount Pleasant CPC and Business Improvement Association staff to sort, display and assist the evacuees. The MPCPC worked closely with the City of Vancouver’s Emergency Response Team to ensure all the evacuees received gift cards and had access to donated goods. 33 community volunteers worked at the distribution centre Dozens of more [...]
The MPCPC is looking for volunteers to help staff our new office and to help with our community events. if you are interested apply today.
On July 15th the MPCPC was involved in its first event, the Mount Pleasant Park Festival sponsored by the MP Community Centre. The MPCPC hosted an interactive game focusing on children’s road safety. During July the MPCPC partnered with ICBC at three events specifically to teach children about road safety. Thank you ICBC for the sponsorship.
