Granville Street is where the world came to Mix it up during the 2010 Olympics. We're carrying this same spirit into the summer with a slew of summer events including dance, music, food and drink. Come visit Vancouver's Street and get the details here.

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Holt Renfrew teams up to do charity with Marc Jacobs and Canada Goose

Marc by Marc Jacobs and Canada Goose have joined together with Holt Renfrew to raise charity. For a limited time you will be able to purchase exclusive products to Holt for a limited time. The charities are all for great causes and why not get a gift for yourself while giving back to the world?Marc by Marc Jacobs has created a limited edition tote with Holt Renfrew priced at $48 to raise funds for Vision Spring. Vision Spring is a non profit foundation that raises money to buy low cost glasses for developing worlds. In a normal situation a tailor, teacher or even a farmer would have to stop working when their eyesight degraded but with a new pair of glasses they can continue their contribution to their community and earn a living.
Canada Goose has created a limited edition gift for Christmas to give back. This limited edition toque with merino wool exterior and lined with fleece. Merino wool comes from a special breed of sheep prized for its high quality wool. Portion of proceeds will go to Polar Bears International. This non-profit organization looks to preserve the polar bear through conservation of the bear and habitat through research, stewardship and education.