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Quilt-a-Thon 2008How many quilts can 135 people make in one day? The answer, simply, is “many”, as in more than 125. Our hard work (and lots of fun) means that at least another 125 people diagnosed with cancer in Canada will receive one of our quilts. The quilts bring with them a sense of peace and a feeling that people care. These feelings are very important to someone who is struggling with the fear and pain of cancer. Our sincere thanks go out to our dedicated volunteers, who worked their way through cutting, ironing, sewing and quilting. And thank you to all the people who helped organize Saturday’s event; and to our many corporate sponsors without whose support our ongoing work would not be possible. TopOur Newest BranchesTopFashion Show 2008TopRaffle 2008Please click on any image to see a larger view
The draw was held on November 8, 2008. Tickets cost $2 each, or 3 for $5, and details available by calling us at (613) 843-9212. Thank you for supporting this chance to win one of these beautiful creations, and know that you are helping us in our mission of providing handmade quilts to people with cancer. TopBetty Bares All! - April 2008
In an effort to raise more funds for our important work, Betty Giffin, President, had her head shaved on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at the annual general meeting of Victoria"s Quilts Canada. "My hair was already short, so a few more inches was a small price to pay for the goal of raising more funds," said Betty. "People with cancer need to know that they are not alone in their struggle. The quilts help provide them comfort, both physical and spiritual." Although Betty"s hair may be gone, Victoria"s Quilts Canada is continuing to accept pledges until May 31. Please call in your pledges and send in your cheques to push Betty over her goal of $5,000. All funds collected will be used to continue Victoria"s Quilts Canada"s mission of providing hand-made quilts to people with cancer across Canada. Top10,000 Quilts - January 2008Victoria's Quilts members were jumping for joy today as Quilt No. 10,000 was carefully wrapped and boxed for shipment to its new home, a cancer patient in St. Andrews, near Winnipeg. (Read the full News Release) The quilt, which depicts a calm winter scene with evergreen trees against a starlit sky, was crafted by Jean P.
TopArchiveQuilt-a-Thon 2007 - And a Good Time Was Had by AllPlease click on any image to see a larger view
Congratulations to... us! For again hosting a very successful Quilt-a-Thon on Saturday, October 20 at the Orleans United Church. About 100 people joined forces for a day of fun, laughter, companionship and hard work to make about 110 quilts that will be distributed at no charge to individuals diagnosed with cancer across the country. The quilts bring with them a sense of peace and a feeling that people care. These feelings are very important to someone who is struggling with the fear and pain of cancer. Our sincere thanks go out to our dedicated volunteers, who worked their way through cutting, ironing, sewing and quilting. Some of our participants traveled a distance to join us, and others were struck with personal tragedies on the day, but nevertheless came to join in. And thank you to all the people who helped organize Saturday's event; and to our many corporate sponsors without whose support our ongoing work would not be possible. Raffle 2007Congratulations to our 2007 Raffle Winners!! Three great prizes were awarded in this year's raffle. . Please click on any image to see a larger view
Victoria's Quilts Canada would like to sincerely thank all the people who purchased tickets; the volunteers who sold tickets, both publicly and privately; and the people and organizations who allowed us to sell tickets from their locations. The 2007 raffle raised over $7,000, which will support the important work of Victoria's Quilts Canada ~ Comforting People with Cancer ~ one quilt at a time! And, to continue our work in the future, we are holding a raffle in 2008. TopTopVQC keeps on growing! - June 2007Welcome to our newest Branches from Moncton N.B., The Laurentians, Quebec, and Sturgeon Falls/Nipissing ON. For more information on how to contact our newest branches, email betty@victoriasquiltscanada.com Fashion Show - June 2007On June 1, 2007 a successful summer fashion show was held at Barrhaven United Church. Talbot's at Bayshore presented an impressive array of their summer fashions. With Kathi Donovan from CJOH TV as the MC, those attending enjoyed themselves immensely. And, thanks to corporate donations, we also held a very successful silent auction. A special thank you to Talbot's in Bayshore for their support in presenting their fashions. The money raised will be used to purchase quilting supplies. TopCarol Evans - Cookbook - July 2006The Okotoks Branch of Victoria's Quilts Canada has printed a cookbook as a fundraising venture. The books are available for $20.00 shipped to your home, by contacting Carol Evans. Thanks for supporting VQC Branches. TopNewsletterThe Fact QuarterWe hope to soon publish a newsletter which will be issued periodically. Check back often for updates. |
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