Vancouver Active Communities Launches Red Fox Waking

February 16, 2007 (No. 5) - Supporting Aboriginal Families to be "20% More Active By 2010". A Partnership between the Vancouver Park Board and Helping Spirit Lodge  

Active Outreach - Red Fox Waking Launch
When: Tuesday, February 20, 4 pm to 6 pm
Where: The Aboriginal Friendship Centre (1607 East Hastings St.)
What: Active Outreach - Red Fox Waking Kick-Off

There will be a photo opportunity 4 to 4:30 p.m.

Red Fox Waking is a program focused on increasing access to fitness for Aboriginal families in East Vancouver. Please join Vancouver Active Communities Network (VACNet) Co-Chairs Bob Lenarduzzi and Sharon Urton for the launch of Active Outreach - Red Fox Waking and learn about the new activities and programs.

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Contact: Jim McKenzie,Park Board Active Communities Coordinator at 604-257-8492.
www.vancouverparks.ca

Something "foxy" is brewing at Helping Spirit Lodge, an organization dedicated to assisting the alleviation of family violence in the Aboriginal communities. Stilts, fox costumes, and air guitars fill an activity room where giggly youth are rehearsing a skit for the launch of Red Fox Waking.

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation maintains 200 parks and 40 major facilities throughout the City of Vancouver. The Park Board's mission is to provide, preserve and advocate for parks and recreation services to benefit people, communities and the environment.

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