Special Events

Celebration of Hope

The Celebration of Hope is a free, one-hour fundraising breakfast held each fall. Coast Mental Health hosts the event both to introduce our organization and mission to people who may not know of our work, and to provide a forum to raise awareness of mental illness in our community. Guests hear directly from Coast clients about how our services and programs have facilitated their recovery from mental illness. It is both an informative and inspiring event, and funds raised there help Coast deliver innovative and effective programs throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Surrey. There is no charge to attend the event, and we promise to wrap up within one hour. If you are interested in attending the next Celebration of Hope breakfast in October 2011, please contact us at tours@coastmentalhealth.com.

Courage To Come Back Awards

Coast is the proud presenter of the Courage To Come Back Awards that recognize six outstanding British Columbians for their courage and perseverance in the face of illness, injury or adversity. Each year, one recipient is selected in each of these categories: Addiction, Medical, Mental Health, Physical Rehabilitation, Social Adversity and Youth. Panels of volunteers read through and shortlist the hundreds of nominations received, and a Final Selection volunteer panel chooses the recipients. Recipient stories are told on Global BC Television, in The Province newspaper, on News1130 radio and on Coast’s website. The season culminates in a gala event honouring the recipients in front of their families, friends and nearly 1,000 special guests. To nominate someone who inspires you, or to purchase a ticket to the gala visit our Courage To Come Back Awards section online.