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WELCOME TO HOPE British Columbia By: hopebc.com
Elaine Lawton from the Canada Post Office in Hope British Columbia celebrated her 30th anniversary of employment on July 25th 2012. In commemoration of her 30th anniversary, the staff and management got together to celebrate this event by giving Elaine a 30 yrs golden pin, cake and flowers, cards and best wishes. Many people in the community of Hope have a personal connection to the staff at this organization and Elaine in particular has welcomed many people to Hope over the past 30 years. Her ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with employees and customers has been fundamental to this community. Please drop in and congratulate Elaine for this amazing accomplishment.
Hope BC Community Recognition Elaine Lawton (photo: www.hopebc.com)
FACES OF HOPE, British Columbia By: hopebc.com
Who does not know Victor? He is known for the Chainsaw Carvings Events, was former president of the Hope Chamber of Commerce for 8 years, was the owner of Riggers Industrial Sales for 26 years, 8 years as a Minor Hockey Coach and re-introduced the Antiques Car Show events we have today. Victor is a kind noble man who will do anything for you. He says his business philosophy is simple: "Have a meeting, make a plan and make it a reality". Victor believes that it is important to think as "One" in a community. As you drive into town, the “Experience Hope” welcoming mat is truly an expression of our town.
Victor Smith (photo: www.hopebc.com)
Victor has been such a great contributor to the District of Hope, we wish to salute him for his honorable service to our area and how grateful we are for his dedication in promoting Hope for the last 40 years. Faces of Hope – Victor Smith, September 2012
FACES OF HOPE, British Columbia By: hopebc.com
Eva Wunderman was born in Stockholm, Sweden, and immigrated to Canada in 1981 and lives in Hope BC. As a Producer, Director and Writer, Wunderman’s intimate style and fearless ability to get the footage needed, coupled with her skills to make people comfortable in front of the camera has become her signature. She is known and respected throughout the world and her impressive work will captivate your heart. She has been working in the film industry for more than 20 years.
Eva Wunderman (photo: www.hopebc.com)
Her films have been broadcast around the world and for many years she directed the Gemini Award winning television series Weird Homes. Wunderman received a Platinum Remi Award for the “Canyon War – the Untold Story”. She has also produced and directed Crystal Fear, Crystal Clear for CBC's The Passionate Eye which earned her a Gracie Allen Individual Achievement Award in New York. Eva has directed an hour long documentary for the Knowledge Network called Aftermeth. Her portfolio is jam packed full of treasures and what a “Wonder Woman” indeed. Faces of Hope – Eva Wunderman, November 2012
FACES OF HOPE, British Columbia By: hopebc.com
Hideo (Ed) Araki was born in Mission City, BC in 1932, and during the war, was evacuated to Alberta where he worked in the beet fields for 10 years. In 1952, he returned to Hope BC to become a logger at the Allison Pass Sawmill. Ed’s passion for sports and fastball was so great; he became President of Hope Minor Hockey and coached the Ladies Fastball team for many years. Ed also received an Outstanding Service Award in 1993 from Softball Canada for his input into minor softball.
Hideo (Ed) Araki (photo: www.hopebc.com)
Ed Araki volunteered as a Hope Fireman, became President of Hope Brigade Days and was the Commissioner for Hope and District Recreation and Cultural Services. Ed joined the Hope Crime Prevention Society and was the President for 3 years. Since then, Araki became the coordinator of Hope Block Watch, Crime Free Multi Housing and CPTED; and is on the Board of Directors of the Block Watch Society of BC and the Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stopper Society. The District of Hope has greatly benefited from his volunteer work and contribution to this community. Faces of Hope – Hideo (Ed) Araki, December 2012
FACES OF HOPE, British Columbia By: hopebc.com
As the first female Mayor of Hope BC, Susan Johnston is not wasting a minute to help this community flourish by 2014. As a woman filled with dreams of a new City of Hope, she wants to breathe life into this town and give it wings to fly. “I want people to have a spring in their step.” she said, reflecting on her first year as Mayor.
Susan Johnston (photo: www.hopebc.com)
Born in Bathurst, NB in 1951, Susan moved to the Northwest Territories, worked for NWT Airlines, NWT Government and RCMP which brought her to live in Vancouver and then Richmond before moving to Boston Bar, Chilliwack, then making Hope her home in 1986. Harnessed with a desire to make a difference, she performed many roles, owned the Bea’s Cottage Gift and Antiques Shop for five years, worked as a Councillor for nine years, was the VP of Chamber of Commerce for one year; all to give her more insights on what to do to make a difference. As a people person, she would like everyone in Hope to join together and help this community fulfill its true potential. Faces of Hope – Susan Johnston, January 2013
FACES OF HOPE, British Columbia By: hopebc.com
Born in Vienna Austria in 1938, Hans Jeschek moved to Canada in 1960 and lived in Montreal for 15 years, while working in New York as a Management Consultant Engineer. Hope BC became his permanent home in 1975 because the climate was too hard for him to resist. His entrepreneurial spirit within expanded in various business ventures. Hans became a drapery manufacturer, retail store owner, motel owner, restaurant owner and for the last 25 years has been a Royal LePage Realtor in Hope BC.
Hans Jeschek (photo: www.hopebc.com)
Hans earned the respect of his peers through his volunteer work and strong dedication to his community. Highlights of his many awards include: The United Nations’ International Year of the Volunteer for Canada in 2001, the Queen’s Golden Jubilee in 2003 and this past month the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Hans is also the only lifetime Honorary Member of the Chamber of Commerce in Hope BC. The Spirit of BC honoured him to carry the torch for the Olympic Torch Run, which is one of his most precious moments of life. A true gem of Hope! Faces of Hope – Hans Jeschek, February 2013
FACES OF HOPE, British Columbia By: hopebc.com
Michele Wiens is a well-known face around Hope BC. As a child born in Montreal Quebec in 1951, her family moved to Windsor Ontario while she was still an infant. Growing up in Windsor where she graduated from high school, she became curious about the outdoors, nature, history and physical activity. Michele left Windsor Ontario in 1976 with a Bachelor of Education majoring in Physical Education and History and headed west with her deep sense of adventure. Upon arriving in BC in 1976, she worked as a teacher in the Lower Mainland and Midway BC. Michele made Hope BC her permanent home in 1980 when she accepted the position of Phys. Ed. Teacher at the Hope Secondary School. She completed her Masters of Education through the University of Victoria in 1981. She retired from the school in 2008 and remains physically active with many outdoor activities. Michele served as a board member of the Hope & Area Transition Society and Hope Community Services. Michele is very proud to be a part of the wonderful Board and Staff of Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning where she has been the Board Chair since 2008. Michele continues to inspire people to get off the couch and encourages them to learn about the outdoors. She loves being part of the creation of teaching and feels great joy in helping people believe that they can. Michele Wiens (photo: www.hopebc.com)
Faces of Hope – Michele Wiens, April 2013