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SUMMARY:Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball game day
DESCRIPTION:We’re partnering with the Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball club this season. Together\, we’re bringing fun and meaningful ways to get involved. \nWednesday\, August 5\, is the NightOwls’ final home game! Join us at Serauxmen Stadium in Nanaimo and support Jesse’s House. \nTickets start at just $10\, making it a great opportunity to enjoy a fun day at the ballpark and support Island families. \nWestJet Ticket Raffle\n\nIntroducing our first-ever WestJet Ticket Raffle with the Nanaimo NightOwls in support of Jesse’s House. \nEnter for your chance to win one round-trip flight for two guests to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination*. \nEvery ticket sold goes towards Jesse’s House — our future Home Away From Home in Nanaimo for families travelling for pediatric and neonatal care. \nKnow your limit\, play within it. Must be 19+ to play. BC Gaming Event Licence #173264 \n\n\n  \n  \nRaffle details \nTicket sales: May 15\, 2026 – August 5\, 2026 at 7:30 pm \nDraw: August 5\, 2026\, at 8:00 pm at Serauxmen Stadium during the Nanaimo NightOwls’ final game of the season. \nTicket prices: \n\n1 ticket for $10\n3-ticket pack for $25\n\nGrand prize \nOne (1) round-trip flight for two (2) guests to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/nanaimo-nightowls-baseball/
LOCATION:Serauxmen Stadium\, 745 Third St\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Third Party Event
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SUMMARY:Mid Island Co-op's Fuel Good Day
DESCRIPTION:We’re honoured to be the beneficiary of Mid Island Co-op’s Fuel Good Day this year\, with proceeds supporting Jesse’s House. \nThere are two big ways you can get involved with Fuel Good Day: \nFuelling Up \nOn Tuesday\, September 15\, all Mid Island Gas Bar locations donate 10¢ for every litre of gas sold. No special steps\, just fill your tank. Plus\, you could win your fill! Enter inside with your fuel receipt and you could win your entire fuel purchase back. \nDonation Squares \nFrom September 1-15\, purchase donation squares at any Mid Island Gas Bar\, Liquor Store\, or Food Store. Round up your purchase total or add on a few dollars; you can choose the amount to donate. Don’t forget to fill out your square and tell us what makes you “fuel good”!
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/mid-island-co-ops-fuel-good-day/
CATEGORIES:Third Party Event
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, September 24 at 6:00 p.m. to learn about the impact that donors like you make on the lives of thousands of Island kids. \nYour contribution is invaluable\, and our work wouldn’t be possible without you. \nMembers who donated $15 or more between April 1\, 2025 and March 31\, 2026 are eligible to vote. \nPlease register by Tuesday\, September 22: \n\n  \nIf you have any questions\, please email info@islandkidsfirst.com or call us at 250-940-4950.
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/2026-agm/
CATEGORIES:CHF Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T163000
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SUMMARY:Meaningful giving conversations
DESCRIPTION:Are you a financial planner\, estate lawyer\, or trust professional? Join us on October 6 for an evening of learning and networking with Rich Widdifield\, CFP®\, a Planned Giving Consultant with decades of experience in estate and legacy planning. \nRich will share practical strategies\, real-life examples\, and insights to help professional advisors engage clients in meaningful conversations about philanthropy and legacy. \nAttendees will learn how to help clients align their values with their financial and charitable goals\, while strengthening long-term relationships through meaningful planning conversations. 
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/meaningful-giving-conversations/
LOCATION:Union Club of British Columbia\, 805 Gordon St.\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1Z6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CHF Event
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SUMMARY:Royal Victoria Marathon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Royal Victoria Marathon weekend this October in downtown Victoria! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out\, there’s a race for everyone. Choose a distance that suits your level: the full marathon\, half marathon\, 8K\, 5K\, or Kids Run.  \nEvents will be capped for 2026. When the block number is reached\, prices will increase. In 2025\, the marathon and half marathon both sold out in July.  \nSaturday\, October 10: Kids Run and 5K — start and finish at Willows Park in Oak Bay.  \nSunday\, October 11: Marathon\, Half Marathon\, and 8K — start and finish in downtown Victoria.  \nGrab your friends\, lace up your runners\, and join us as we run for Island kids.
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/royal-victoria-marathon-2026/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Third Party Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Victoria Marathon":MAILTO:register@runvictoriamarathon.com
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SUMMARY:Island Kids Art Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027. To mark this special milestone\, we’re inviting Island kids and youth to create art pieces for our Virtual art gallery and our 2027 Children’s Art Calendar. \nThis year’s theme is Celebration. We encourage young artists to interpret this theme in their own creative way. The artwork might celebrate friends or family\, birthdays\, animals\, nature\, holidays\, or any joyful moment. \nSubmitted pieces will be displayed in an online gallery at islandkidsfirst.com\, and 12 will be featured in our Calendar. Plus\, selected pieces will also be displayed in one of our facilities. \nDeadline to submit: October 14
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/island-kids-art-showcase/
CATEGORIES:CHF Event
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SUMMARY:Pancakes & Pajamas - Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Tickets go on sale October 19\nPancakes & Pajamas is one of Victoria’s favourite traditions\, bringing families together for festive fun\, delicious pancakes\, and holiday magic while supporting local kids and families. \nThis year\, we’re making it even bigger! For the first time ever\, Pancakes & Pajamas is expanding with two new locations: Campbell River and Nanaimo. Now more families can experience this unique and memorable holiday fundraising event! \nGather your loved ones\, grab your PJs\, and save the date for a magical morning of breakfast\, festive activities\, and holiday cheer. All in support of Island kids. \n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\nDate: Sunday\, November 29\nTime: 9 am\nLocation: Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall\, 1999 14th Ave\, Campbell River.\nDress code: Pajamas or festive wear encouraged\n\n\nTicket info \n\n$35 (13 years old +)\n$15 (3-12 years old)\nFree for children two and under\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nQuestions? \nPlease email events@islandkidsfirst.com with any questions regarding this event.
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/pancakes-pajamas-campbell-river/
LOCATION:Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall\, 1999 14th Ave\, Campbell River\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CHF Event
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SUMMARY:Pancakes & Pajamas - Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Tickets go on sale October 19\nPancakes & Pajamas is one of Victoria’s favourite traditions\, bringing families together for festive fun\, delicious pancakes\, and holiday magic while supporting local kids and families. \nThis year\, we’re making it even bigger! For the first time ever\, Pancakes & Pajamas is expanding with two new locations: Campbell River and Nanaimo. Now more families can experience this unique and memorable holiday fundraising event! \nGather your loved ones\, grab your PJs\, and save the date for a magical morning of breakfast\, festive activities\, and holiday cheer. All in support of Island kids. \n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\nDate: December 6\nTime: Seatings at 9:00 am and 12:30 pm\nLocation: Hotel Grand Pacific\, 463 Belleville Street\, Victoria\nDress code: Pajamas or festive wear encouraged\n\n\nTicket info \n\n$90 (13 years old +)\n$30 (3-12 years old)\n$450 Hotel Package\nFree for children under three\n\n\n\n\n\nExclusive hotel packages \nTurn Pancakes & Pajamas into a weekend getaway in the heart of Victoria! Kick off your holiday season with a cozy night’s stay\, then join us for a magical morning of festive fun. \nHotel package rate: $450 \nIncludes: \n\nA cozy one-night stay in a beautiful room at the Hotel Grand Pacific on Saturday\, December 5\nAdmission to Pancakes & Pajamas for 4 (maximum 2 adult tickets)\n\nDon’t miss out – quantities are limited! \n  \n\n  \nQuestions? \nPlease email events@islandkidsfirst.com with any questions regarding this event.  \n  \nThank you to the Hotel Grand Pacific for generously hosting this event and being a key supporter since 2001!
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/pancakes-pajamas/
LOCATION:Hotel Grand Pacific\, 463 Belleville St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8V 1X3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CHF Event
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION:We’re proud to be a charity of choice for the 2027 Oak Bay Half Marathon — one of BC’s most scenic and best-loved running events. \nWhether you’re taking on the half-marathon\, the 10K\, or bringing your children to the Kids 1K\, every step supports the health care journeys of Island families. \nStarting at beautiful Windsor Park in Oak Bay\, the course winds through the heart of the village and follows the stunning seaside route along Beach Drive. \nWant to make it a team effort? Grab your friends and split the course in the 4-person relay\, where teammates each run approximately 5 km of the route. It’s a great way to experience the race together.
URL:https://islandkidsfirst.com/event/oak-bay-half-marathon-2027/
LOCATION:Oak Bay
CATEGORIES:Third Party Event
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