BCLC Community Heroes

Do you know a hero in your community? Nominate a BCLC Community Hero for a chance to be recognized by their favourite team this season!

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Back for another season, BCLC is recognizing heroes that go above and beyond in their communities to make B.C. an even better place to live. BCLC is committed to supporting communities across all of B.C. and we're proud to celebrate individuals making a difference in their community.

Do you know a hero in your community?

Nominate them today!

 

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Alice Hale

Alice’s dedication has had a profound and lasting impact on thousands of lives in the Tri-Cities. Among her many remarkable contributions, she most recently secured a new home for The People’s Pantry, which will help provide access to food for local individuals in need. Alice is widely recognized in her community for her visionary leadership, unwavering compassion, consistent commitment to service and exceptional problem-solving skills. Thank you, Alice, for all you do to make meaningful change in your community!

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Holly Mitton

Holly is the volunteer coordinator and community engagement lead for Guru Nanak’s Free Kitchen (GNFK), organizing thousands of volunteers per year for both GNFK’s annual and weekly events. Meals are prepared by teams of volunteers every single weekend and Holly leads those teams in organization, cooking and food service. She also leads the co-ordination of 11 annual GNFK events, including a bike-a-thon fundraiser and school supplies drive for kids in need. The program is founded on the principles of “seva” which is the concept of selfless service without expectation of reward, which Holly truly embodies.

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June Jimmie

June is an exemplary member of her community, always giving back to those in need. For the past two years, she has voluntarily collected food, blankets and other clothing items to give to the unhoused to help them stay warm during the colder months. June has inspired others, including her grandchildren, to do the same. Thank you, June, for making your community a better place to live!

Abbotsford Canucks

Martin Hole

Martin spent 40 years in the army reserves, was a quartermaster for a company of volunteer reserves fighting the forest fires in Sun Peaks, retired and became a volunteer instructor in the cadet program. Martin also volunteers for Operation Red Nose—a service offering people a safe ride home during the holiday season.

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Nathan Clement and Justina Di Stasio

Nathan Clement is a Paralympic silver medalist cyclist and Justina Di Stasio is a world champion wrestler and two-time Pan Am Games medalist. Both Nathan and Justina have made a lasting impact through their exceptional athletic achievements and by inspiring the next generation of athletes and future Olympians. They embody the spirit of resilience, diversity and community pride, making British Columbia proud both at home and on the international stage.

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Peter Natrall

From a young age, Pete has been playing lacrosse – a sport that has helped him learn the importance of hard work, dedication, commitment and teamwork. He enjoys bringing these qualities to his role within Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I-SPARC) and the Vancouver Coastal Region. Pete was a member of a steering committee that helped curate and launch the Digital Indigenous Sports Gallery (DISG) in 2024 – a milestone completed in partnership with the BC Sports Hall of Fame. He enjoys developing sport pathways for Indigenous athletes and coaches, alike. Thank you for your dedication, Pete!

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BCLC and the Vancouver Canucks Celebrate Local Heroes

In the 2022/23 season, the Vancouver Canucks asked fans to nominate individuals who make a positive impact in their community. The Vancouver Canucks invited selected heroes to attend a home game and pump up its team by cranking the siren at puck drop.

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