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LCI Education Joins CityReach Care Society for 2024 Back to School Blast

A team of staff and students from LaSalle College Vancouver joined CityReach Care Society for their Back to School Blast event in East Vancouver, where 1,000 backpacks were provided to local children and youth to ensure they are well-equipped as they return to school.
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Group Photo at Back to School Event

On Saturday, August 17th, a team of staff and students from LaSalle College Vancouver had the honor of joining CityReach Care Society for their Back to School Blast event in East Vancouver, where 1,000 backpacks were provided to local children and youth, helping to alleviate the stress many families face as they prepare for the new school year.

Hundreds of families joined the fun-filled community event which featured a variety of family-friendly activities, including free barbecue, treats, bouncy castles, face painting, arts and crafts, and special appearances by the Vancouver Fire and Police Departments.

LaSalle College Vancouver and the LCI Education Foundation were proud to support the impactful initiative organized by CityReach Care Society, as it aligns with their commitment to the United Nations' goal of ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all. The’s primary mission is to advance school perseverance, access to education, and children’s literacy, particularly in countries where the network operates.