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Photograph of Zile Singh addressing the audience at a Diwali celebration hosted by the City of Burnaby and sponsored by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of BC and the Canadian Ramgarhia Society. The event took place at the Bonsor Recreation Centre in Burnaby, British Columbia (B.C.). Zile Singh was the acting consul general of India.
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
The Canadian Ramgarhia Society is a charitable organization dedicated to the religious, social, cultural, and educational advancement of its community members. Originally located in Burnaby, British Columbia, the society has since relocated to Surrey, where it manages the Gurdwara Sahib Brookside.
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
The Canadian Ramgarhia Society is a charitable organization dedicated to the religious, social, cultural, and educational advancement of its community members. Originally located in Burnaby, British Columbia, the society has since relocated to Surrey, where it manages the Gurdwara Sahib Brookside.
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Photograph of Derek Corrigan addressing the audience at a Diwali celebration hosted by the City of Burnaby and sponsored by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of BC and the Canadian Ramgarhia Society. The event took place at the Bonsor Recreation Centre in Burnaby, British Columbia (B.C.).
Derek Corrigan was born and raised in Vancouver. He attended a number of elementary schools in East Vancouver, Queen Elizabeth Elementary School (Gr. 4-7) and Sir Charles Tupper High School. He attended the University of British Columbia, majoring in philosophy and political science, and after travel in Europe, successfully applied to enter law school without completing his bachelor's degree. He graduated in 1977, articled with Jim Lorimer in Burnaby and was called to the bar in 1978. In 1977 Corrigan and his wife Kathy moved to Burnaby, first to the Stoney Creek neighborhood and then to a home on the South Slope where they raised their family of four children. Corrigan first ran for Burnaby Council in 1979 with the Burnaby Citizens Association, and after three more tries was elected to council in 1987. He has served Burnaby for 28 years, first as a councillor and then as mayor in 2002. Corrigan served as the mayor of Burnaby for five terms. During his career he has served on many committees at the local, regional and national levels.
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
The Canadian Ramgarhia Society is a charitable organization dedicated to the religious, social, cultural, and educational advancement of its community members. Originally located in Burnaby, British Columbia, the society has since relocated to Surrey, where it manages the Gurdwara Sahib Brookside.
Derek Corrigan was born and raised in Vancouver. He attended a number of elementary schools in East Vancouver, Queen Elizabeth Elementary School (Gr. 4-7) and Sir Charles Tupper High School. He attended the University of British Columbia, majoring in philosophy and political science, and after travel in Europe, successfully applied to enter law school without completing his bachelor's degree. He graduated in 1977, articled with Jim Lorimer in Burnaby and was called to the bar in 1978. In 1977 Corrigan and his wife Kathy moved to Burnaby, first to the Stoney Creek neighborhood and then to a home on the South Slope where they raised their family of four children. Corrigan first ran for Burnaby Council in 1979 with the Burnaby Citizens Association, and after three more tries was elected to council in 1987. He has served Burnaby for 28 years, first as a councillor and then as mayor in 2002. Corrigan served as the mayor of Burnaby for five terms. During his career he has served on many committees at the local, regional and national levels.
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
The Canadian Ramgarhia Society is a charitable organization dedicated to the religious, social, cultural, and educational advancement of its community members. Originally located in Burnaby, British Columbia, the society has since relocated to Surrey, where it manages the Gurdwara Sahib Brookside.
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Photograph of a group of unidentified individuals at a Diwali celebration hosted by the City of Burnaby and sponsored by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of BC and the Canadian Ramgarhia Society. The event took place at the Bonsor Recreation Centre in Burnaby, British Columbia (B.C.).
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
The Canadian Ramgarhia Society is a charitable organization dedicated to the religious, social, cultural, and educational advancement of its community members. Originally located in Burnaby, British Columbia, the society has since relocated to Surrey, where it manages the Gurdwara Sahib Brookside.
Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a major religious festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, and translates to "the Festival of Lights." The festival lasts five days: the first day is known as Dhanteras; followed by Choti Diwali; Lakshmi Puja, which is the main celebration; Govardhan Puja; and finally Bhai Dooj. The festival is typically marked by the cleaning and decorating of homes, as well as the lighting of diyas and rangoli designs. Each region in India and religion has their own manner of celebrating Deepavali and their own gods to be worshipped.
Officially registered as the Hindu Cultural Society and Community Centre of B.C., the Hindu Temple of Burnaby, previously known as Vishva Hindu Parishad temple, stands as one of Canada's oldest and largest Hindu temples. It was founded on May 15, 1972 as a small prayer hall in North Burnaby, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hindu culture and traditions.
The Canadian Ramgarhia Society is a charitable organization dedicated to the religious, social, cultural, and educational advancement of its community members. Originally located in Burnaby, British Columbia, the society has since relocated to Surrey, where it manages the Gurdwara Sahib Brookside.
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Photograph of Hakam Bhaloo posing with the Burnaby Local Hero Award he received from Mayor Derek Corrigan on November 29, 2004, at the front lobby of Burnaby City Hall, British Columbia. The event, organized by the Burnaby City Council and the Social Issues Committee, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
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Group photograph of Hakam Bhaloo with an unidentified woman after receiving the Burnaby Local Hero Award from Mayor Derek Corrigan and another city official on November 29, 2004, at Burnaby City Hall, British Columbia. The event, organized by the Burnaby City Council and the Social Issues Committee, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
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Group photograph of Hakam Bhaloo with other unidentified attendees [?] after receiving the Burnaby Local Hero Award from Mayor Derek Corrigan and another city official on November 29, 2004, at Burnaby City Hall, British Columbia. The event, organized by the Burnaby City Council and the Social Issues Committee, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
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Photograph of Harminder Sanghera with an unidentified woman after receiving the Burnaby Local Hero Award from Mayor Derek Corrigan and another city official on November 29, 2004, at Burnaby City Hall, British Columbia. The event, organized by the Burnaby City Council and the Social Issues Committee, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Harminder Sanghera was one of the founders of the South Burnaby Neighbourhood House. She was instrumental in establishing a number of the organization's programs and services as a Board member and has assisted with the setup of the organization's storefront location. She has also served on the Board of Directors of the Burnaby Multicultural Society and has volunteered with the Southeast Burnaby Community Police Office. She currently ran a support group for Punjabi-speaking caregivers at the Edmonds Community Centre for the Retired as well as was instrumental in starting a new Family Resource Centre at Akali Singh Sikh Society Gurdwara in Vancouver.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
Harminder Sanghera was one of the founders of the South Burnaby Neighbourhood House. She was instrumental in establishing a number of the organization's programs and services as a Board member and has assisted with the setup of the organization's storefront location. She has also served on the Board of Directors of the Burnaby Multicultural Society and has volunteered with the Southeast Burnaby Community Police Office. She currently ran a support group for Punjabi-speaking caregivers at the Edmonds Community Centre for the Retired as well as was instrumental in starting a new Family Resource Centre at Akali Singh Sikh Society Gurdwara in Vancouver.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
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Photograph of Hakam Bhaloo posing with the Burnaby Local Hero Award he received from Mayor Derek Corrigan on November 29, 2004, at Burnaby City Hall, British Columbia. The event, organized by the Burnaby City Council and the Social Issues Committee, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
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Photograph of Harminder Sanghera with an unidentified Sikh man after receiving the Burnaby Local Hero Award from Mayor Derek Corrigan and another city official on November 29, 2004, at Burnaby City Hall, British Columbia. The event, organized by the Burnaby City Council and the Social Issues Committee, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Harminder Sanghera was one of the founders of the South Burnaby Neighbourhood House. She was instrumental in establishing a number of the organization's programs and services as a Board member and has assisted with the setup of the organization's storefront location. She has also served on the Board of Directors of the Burnaby Multicultural Society and has volunteered with the Southeast Burnaby Community Police Office. She currently ran a support group for Punjabi-speaking caregivers at the Edmonds Community Centre for the Retired as well as was instrumental in starting a new Family Resource Centre at Akali Singh Sikh Society Gurdwara in Vancouver.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
Harminder Sanghera was one of the founders of the South Burnaby Neighbourhood House. She was instrumental in establishing a number of the organization's programs and services as a Board member and has assisted with the setup of the organization's storefront location. She has also served on the Board of Directors of the Burnaby Multicultural Society and has volunteered with the Southeast Burnaby Community Police Office. She currently ran a support group for Punjabi-speaking caregivers at the Edmonds Community Centre for the Retired as well as was instrumental in starting a new Family Resource Centre at Akali Singh Sikh Society Gurdwara in Vancouver.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
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Photograph of Hakam Bhaloo receiving the Burnaby Local Hero Award from Mayor Derek Corrigan on November 29, 2004, at Burnaby City Hall, British Columbia. The event, organized by the Burnaby City Council and the Social Issues Committee, recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.
Hakam Bhaloo served in many civic bodies and non-governmental organizations in Burnaby. He was a member of the Burnaby Interfaith Committee and helped organize Burnaby's centennial celebrations in 1992. He served on Burnaby's Family Court and Youth Justice Committee for six years, as well as the director of the Burnaby Arts Council. His volunteer work also includes organizing the Ismaili Walk for Charity which raises funds for community organizations such as Burnaby Hospital, the United Way, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.
The Burnaby Local Hero Awards, established in 1997, recognize residents of Burnaby who have made long-term contributions to the community through volunteer work. Nominees must have dedicated at least five years to volunteer activities in Burnaby, engaging in at least two different initiatives. Recipients are honored for their efforts in improving the city's quality of life. In 2004, the Burnaby Local Hero Awards held their eighth annual ceremony, recognizing twenty individuals for their dedicated community service as Burnaby's 2004 Local Heroes.