VCDS Honors Garth Pinton
Along with VCDS founding members George Garrett and John MacInnes, The VCDS)has honored Garth Pinton with the title of Honorary Life Member. There were 12 drivers when Garth Pinton co-founded VCDS in 2016. Now there are nearly 450 Garth, previously a founding partner of Pinton Forrest & Madden, has a longstanding history of community service. […]
Volunteer drivers step up for cancer patients, but more help needed
The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society says it will likely reach its goal of signing up 100 new drivers in 100 days. But as Janet Brown reports, the group needs even more volunteer drivers to sign up, with demand growing faster than anticipated. – Global News Continue to video please click here Explore more articles
Easter Seals House Tour
Share the Spotlight Easter Seals House The Lions Club members along with VCDS drivers in the Vancouver West zone were invited to tour the Easter Seals House in Vancouver on Oak Street. VCDS dispatcher and Lions Club member, Steve Scott along with driver Way Tsang are shown with VCDS President Bob Smith, Lisa Beck – […]
100 Drivers – 100 Days
“With the growth of our program, we simply need more volunteers. If we could get ‘100 drivers in the next 100 days’, we’d be in much better shape” Bob Smith – President Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society Surrey, B.C. (March 27, 2023): Since starting with just a handful of drivers in 2016, the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society […]
Volunteer Spotlight – Steve
When putting out the call for volunteer dispatchers on a local Facebook community page “The New Tsawwassen Loop” , a trusted member of the community stepped up to volunteer. Steve Scott, and his wife, have positively impacted the lives of people in their community for decades. Dispatching for Vancouver residents, Steve’s outstanding commitment of care […]
George is our Local Hero
In presenting the Platinum Medallion honouring Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years on the Throne, MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay recognized George’s many community activities including co-founding the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society. She said, “George is our local hero.” George has a wonderful concern for others. Many cancer patients became the beneficiaries of his drive to build our volunteer service […]
Volunteer Spotlight – Megan
Joining the VCDS, with our recent expansion to Greater Vancouver, Megan brings a relatable and calming energy when it comes to driving patients to their treatments. We asked Megan questions to get to know her and her “Reason Why” she became a volunteer. Q: What inspires you to Volunteer and how did you come about volunteering […]
Abbotsford Community Foundation
For the second year in a row we are pleased to announced that we have been awarded the “Smart and Caring Grant” from the Abbotsford Community Foundation for the amount of $2500.00. Having deep roots in Abbotsford, spanning 40 years, they have been supporting local charities through their various granting programs. The Foundations website says… “WE GIVE WHERE WE LIVE“. They […]
North Delta Rotary
The North Delta Rotary club is a long time supporter of the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society. At a recent lunch meeting their President, David Brown, presented Gord Locke – VCDS Communications Director, with a generous donation of $3,000. North Delta Rotary partners with other Rotary Clubs and local organizations for the Starfish Pack program where they provide […]
New Westminster Firefighters Charitable Society
On Saturday, March 21, 2022 we received a cheque for $750 from the New Westminster Fire Fighters Charitable Society. Larry Coleman, VCDS Director, was pleased to have had the opportunity to go in person to Fire Hall #1 and receive a cheque from Cody Schick and Eric Picher. Established in 1990, the New Westminster Firefighters Charitable Society was formed to help those in need, from […]