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As one of the top three provinces in Canada for adoption, BC is on the forefront of raising adoption awareness throughout the country. Through events, educational forums and family-friendly activities, adoption organizations are informing the public while also celebrating adoptive families.
Fundraisers to Promote Adoption Awareness in BC
With over 900 children currently waitlisted for adoption within BC, adoption organizations throughout the province are focusing on raising awareness of older child adoption for November 2010. The Adoptive Family Association of BC (AFABC) is spearheading many of the province’s events including:
- Wine in the Sky – a gala event at Vancouver Lookout including wine and food sampling, as well as an auction.
- Partnership with Ethical Bean Coffee – a portion of the proceeds from sales of Ethical Bean Coffee will be donated to AFABC programs.
- Hop on Board the Train – a train ride for kids at Metropolis, Metrotown that raises funds for AFABC throughout December 2010, with a special fundraising date of December 11.
The proceeds from these events will go to assist with the AFABC’s Waiting Child Toll Free Line, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids, Speak-Out Youth Group, and Focus on Adoption magazine.
