The Fun Team

08/04/2022

BC Women's Health Foundation held their illuminations lunch yesterday with Dr. Bonnie Henry as the guest speaker. They used ClickBid Simple Mobile Giving for their hybrid event to raise $500,000 for grants to fund women's health researchers.

Let us know how we can help you with your event!

06/03/2022

ClickBid Simple Mobile Giving back in the studio again last night for the Kidney Foundation of BC gala! Raised over $250,000. Thanks to Sophie Lui and for adding so much fun to the event!

31/08/2021

Let us show you how ClickBid could work for your event !

COMING THIS WEEK - Our software makes giving easy. Recurring Donations through ClickBid allows your organization to accept monthly donations from a single donor! Check back later this week to see the release.

19/07/2021

Let us show you how simple and easy ClickBid is to use!

New Feature! Reduce the pressure and stress of check-in at your event this year.

19/06/2021

What a great evening at the virtual gala for The Odd Squad Productions Society (OSP) on Thursday evening! ClickBid Simple Mobile Giving handled the Live and silent auctions and the Fund A Need. Thank you AV Strategies for the tech support and a smooth evening. Let us know if we can help with your virtual auction event!

09/06/2021

We are excited to be working with the The Odd Squad Productions Society (OSP) on their virtual gala and tribute to Jim Byrnes on June 17. Tickets are still available!

ClickBid Mobile Bidding Silent Auction for Odd Squad Production Society. Smartphone bidding web application.

02/06/2021

Give us a call and we can show you how ClickBid can help your non profit with its virtual livestream auction!

COMING JUNE 2 | DOUBLE THE DONATION

04/04/2021

This was an interesting discussion between Dr. Bonnie Henry and the Arts and Culture Community a few days ago. It gives you an idea as to what she is thinking if things go well.

- Gradual allowance for gatherings will likely begin in May/June for up to 50 people.

- Gatherings may be possible in summer for seated outdoor events.

- A return to normal gatherings indoors will happen progressively throughout the fall.

- Large venues may be back to full capacity by the end of the calendar year.

- International touring will likely be the last thing to return.

BC Alliance executive director Brenda Leadlay shares the details from recent conversations between arts and culture orgs, Ministers Mark and Bains and other government representatives, and Dr. Bonnie Henry.

14/03/2021

Second virtual event this week using ClickBid Simple Mobile Giving! The Kidney Foundation of Canada La Fondation canadienne du rein BC Branch raised over $240,000 with some amazing silent auction items and the incredible generosity of donations through online and text to give. The always full of energy did an amazing job and thanks to Sophie Lui who was able to make a virtual visit with us. PEAK Technologies were wizards on the tech side with a flawless streaming.

Let us know how we can help you out with your virtual event!

10/03/2021

Had another successful virtual gala last night for Kidsport surrey white rock using ClickBid Simple Mobile Giving. Thanks to Proshow Audiovisual for running the tech!! Let us know how we can help you with your gala using ClickBid!

29/01/2021

Give us a call and let us know how we can help you by using ClickBid to run your virtual auction!

24/12/2020

This is a good article about safe socializing outdoors now that we are into winter. The FunTeam wishes you all a safe holiday season!

The way to determine whether a modified outdoor environment is safe from infection is to light a candle

20/11/2020

New health orders announced today for BC

Masks are now required in many situations, non-essential travel should be avoided.

Funerals, weddings and baptisms may proceed with a limited number of people and a COVID-19 Safety Plan in place. You can have a maximum of 10 people attend, including the officiant. Receptions associated with funeral, wedding or baptism receptions are not allowed at any location.

No social gatherings of any size with anyone other than your household or core bubble

All events and community-based gatherings are suspended. For example:
Galas
Musical or theatre performances
Seasonal activities
Silent auctions

Let's all ensure we do what is needed so we can have a live event again as soon as possible!

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/covid-19-provincial-support/restrictions

All individuals, places of work and businesses in B.C. must significantly reduce their level of social interactions and travel.

19/11/2020

What a great way to have some fun and to help support businesses in New Westminster!

We've decided that 2020 is going to end with some JOY...no bang... no whimper. Introducing , a community gift exchange. Support some great local small businesses, services, artists, charities and not for profits and put a smile on a neighbour's face. Details at https://www.givenewwest.ca/

08/11/2020

Last night we were part of the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation True Blue Gala where ClickBid Simple Mobile Giving was used to not only handle the silent auction, but to also live stream the show and take Fund A Need donations. Thanks to the professionals Proshow Audiovisual for their hard work on this event!

For more information on ClickBid Online software visit:
https://clickbidonline.com/ and then in Canada email us for information. [email protected]

03/11/2020

The Government of BC has announced a small and medium size business recovery grant. Check to see if you qualify!

Providing fully-funded grants to B.C. businesses to ensure they have the support they need during and beyond COVID-19.

03/11/2020

The Canada United Small Business Relief Fund provides relief grants of up to $5,000 to small businesses. The grant can be used for specific COVID-19 recovery efforts: purchasing PPE, renovating physical spaces, or developing your website or e-commerce capabilities.

Rowe Services has Electrostatic sprayers and disinfectant for sale that could qualify under this grant, but hurry as there is a limited amount of money available.

Let them know if they can help you with your sprayer or disinfectant needs today!

Contact them at 604-303-0650 or [email protected]

A relief grant fund to help small businesses cover some COVID-19 related costs when reopening. Latest update (October 20th, 2020): Canada United announced they are extending their grants. The new a...

02/11/2020

Is your workplace looking for an easy way to decorate for the holidays and bring a smile to everyone's face this year? Imagine That Events has the answer. Give their elves a call to help you decorate your office!

22/09/2020

The event and tourism industries are struggling. Don’t cancel your event. Think about how you can have a hybrid event. Consider combining a small gathering with a virtual event. This means you get to have an event but also helps your event industry partners keep going. Work with your favorite event planner to develop something a little different. It won’t be the same. It will just be different! The Fun Team​ is here to help with all your event needs!

Visit this link for a list of venues and suppliers who are ready to help with all your event needs

https://lightuplive.ca/

19/09/2020

This week we were part of the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation Golfless Virtual event where ClickBid Simple Mobile Giving was used to not only handle the silent auction, but to also live stream the show and take Fund A Need donations. Thanks to the professionals Proshow Audiovisual for their hard work on this event!

For more information on ClickBid Online software visit: https://clickbidonline.com/ and then in Canada email us for information. [email protected]

15/09/2020

Rowe Services can help you Stick to six. Get together with family and your small group and hold your gathering outdoors. You can have six under one tent and six under another with spacing between.

Rowe Services has four packages to make your outdoor gathering easy to hold. Packages include tables, chairs, umbrellas or tents, a cooler, hand sanitizer station, sanitizer spray, cold water wash station and your choice of games to play with the family!

Games include: Bocce, Croquet, Kubb, Lawn darts, Ring toss, Washer toss, high tower and more

Packages range from $295 to $795 including delivery and pickup within Metro Vancouver for a weekend gathering.

Add-ons are available including: Strings of lights, patio heater, table heater and additional games

Contact them at [email protected] for information

09/09/2020

This is a great article on how easy a virtual fundraising event can be!

As the global pandemic continues to limit the ability to hold in-person fundraising events, nonprofits are forced to create new, “virtual” giving opportunities.

07/09/2020

How can we avoid a second lockdown from COVID-19?

It’s all about how we protect our community. It’s all about masks, physical distancing and small gatherings and large spaces.

Rowe Services is prepared to help with that.

They have created our small gathering packages that help you have family and close friends over in your backyard.

They have packages to make your family and close friend outdoor gathering easy to hold. Packages include tables, chairs, umbrellas or tents, a cooler, hand sanitizer station, sanitizer spray, cold water wash station and your choice of games to play with the family!

Games include: Bean bag toss, Bocce, Petanque, Croquet, Kubb, Lawn darts, Ring toss, Washer toss, Jumbo High Tower and Jumbo four in a row

Packages range from $295 to $795 including delivery and pickup within Metro Vancouver for a weekend gathering.

Add-ons are available including: Strings of lights, patio heater, table heater and additional games. They can even link you up with food!

Contact them at [email protected] or 604-303-0650 for booking

Like many things coronavirus-related, the chance Canada will need to tighten restrictions again is hard to predict, according to disease experts.

04/09/2020

This is a great article on how to minimize the risk of catching COVID-19!

Scientists say it's increasingly clear that airborne virus particles help the coronavirus superspread. Here's what they recommend to reduce the risks.

03/09/2020

The live events industry had a moment of solidarity on the evening of Sept. 1, when venues across the U.S. and Canada were bathed in red light. This was to advocate for the live events industry during the pandemic.

Venues in North America lighted up in red to call attention to the plight of the live events industry.

01/09/2020

Dr. Bonnie Henry is calling on British Columbians to “slow down” their social interactions as summer comes to an end. ”We need all of us to take a step back and refocus,” she said.

Rowe Services can help with that. They have four packages to make your family and close friend outdoor gathering easy to hold. Packages include tables, chairs, umbrellas or tents, a cooler, hand sanitizer station, sanitizer spray, cold water wash station and your choice of games to play with the family!

Games include: Bocce, Petanque, Croquet, Kubb, Lawn darts, Ring toss, Jumbo High Tower and Jumbo four in a row

Packages range from $295 to $795 including delivery and pickup within Metro Vancouver for a weekend gathering.

Add-ons are available including: Strings of lights, patio heater, table heater and additional games. They can even link you up with food!

Contact them at [email protected] or 604-303-0650 for booking

There are now a record-high 1,107 active cases of COVID-19 in the province.

27/08/2020

Get together with family and/or your small group and hold your gathering outdoors!

Rowe Services has four packages to make your outdoor gathering easy to hold. Packages include tables, chairs, umbrellas or tents, a cooler, hand sanitizer station, sanitizer spray, cold water wash station and your choice of games to play with the family!

Games include: Bocce, Petanque, Croquet, Kubb, Lawn darts, Ring toss, Jumbo High Tower and Jumbo four in a row

Packages range from $295 to $795 including delivery and pickup within Metro Vancouver for a weekend gathering.

Add-ons are available including: Strings of lights, patio heater, table heater and additional games. They can even link you up with food!

Contact them at [email protected] or 604-303-0650 for booking