Archive for September, 2009

September – Ellen at Marpole Oakridge Family Place Event

Sunday, September 27th, 2009

Ellen attended the Marpole Oakridge Family Place’s 2009 Family Fun Day Fundraiser/Open House Event. Marpole1

The Marpole Oakridge Family Place Society is a support and resource centre for parents and caregivers and their young children, infant to early six.

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photo credit: Ron Sombilon

Sept. 19 – Ellen attends rally to protest the HST

Sunday, September 20th, 2009

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On September 19, 2009, Ellen attended a rally against the HST (Harmonized Sales Tax),  at the Trade and Convention Centre in Vancouver with, among others, former Premier Bill Vander Zalm and NDP leader Carole James.

Ellen rides her bike to HST RallyShe rode her bicycle to the rally, and met and talked with many of the people in attendance.

Ellen speaking at the HST Rally in Vancouver

Ellen speaking at the HST Rally in Vancouver

Along with many others, Ellen spoke out against the proposed implementation of the tax.

August – Ellen at Vancouver Tourism Awards Ceremony

Tuesday, September 1st, 2009

Ellen attended the August 2009 Vancouver Tourism Awards Ceremony at Pan Pacific Vancouver.  Sis Kassay of Westin Grand Hotel was the August 2009 recipient.

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Sis Kassay and Ellen at the Vancouver Tourism Awards. photo credit: Mits Naga