Harry's Grandson!

April 16, 2008

Harry was delighted to greet his first grandchild, a healthy 10lb 7oz baby boy, on April 16, 2008.

Reconnecting Seniors

March 28, 2008

Harry and fellow Burnaby MLAs Richard Lee and John Nuraneywere pleased to present the Burnaby Seniors Outreach Services Society with a $10,000 cheque for its Reconnections Program. The funds will assist with the engagement of new retirees in the community. March 28, 2008.

Trades Training and Research

March 14, 2008

Burnaby MLAs Richard T Lee, John Nuraney and Harry Bloy were delighted to present two cheques worth more than $900,000 to BCIT for trades training and research. March 14, 2008.

Fire Fighters' Burn Fund

March 12, 2008

Harry joins Victoria area firefighters for the announcement of a $2 million grant to the Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund Building, to help burn survivors and their families. March 12, 2008.

B.C. Agriculture Plan

February 15, 2008

Harry attends the government’s announcement of the 2008 Agriculture Plan. February 15, 2008.

Banting School fundraiser

January 18, 2008

Harry was pleased to make a personal donation of $500. Ken Woodward, Sharon Stead, Doug Stead, Mayor Maxine Wilson, and beside Harry is Yonah Martin along with other supporters. January 18, 2008.

Celebrating the MRIF library announcement

January 15, 2008

Harry with Simon Ahn Chair of the Library Board; MP James Moore; MLA Iain Black; and Coquitlam Mayor Maxine Wilson cutting cake. January 15, 2008.

Harry at the Coquitlam MRIF library announcement

January 15, 2008

Harry Bloy speaking at the Coquitlam MRIF library announcement on January 15, 2008.

Harry and Simon Ahn

January 15, 2008

Harry and Simon Ahn Chair of the Coquitlam Library Board. January 15, 2008.

Coquitlam Public Library

January 15, 2008

Harry helped annouce $2 million from the federal and provincial governments’ Canada-B.C. Municipal Infrastructure Fund for upgrades to the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library. Pictured with Harry are: Anne Lee (Library Board) and Simon Ahn (Chair, Library Board). January 15, 2008.

Opening of the Baldy Hughes Therapeutic Society

January 14, 2008

Harry with MLA Lorne Mayencourt at the grand opening of the Baldy Hughes Therapeutic Society, near Prince George B.C. January 14, 2008.

Opening of the Baldy Hughes Therapeutic Society

January 14, 2008

Harry with Jaret Clay (the New Director of Baldy Hughes), MLA Lorne Mayencourt, Minister Shirley Bond and MLA John Rustad at the grand opening of the Baldy Hughes Therapeutic Society, near Prince George B.C. January 14, 2008.

Skate for Residents of Cottonwood

December 29, 2007

Harry enjoys a few laps around the rink at his annual event for the residents of Cottonwood. December 29, 2007.

Cottonwood Connection

December 29, 2007

Harry is seen here with Kim Nelson from Cottonwood Connection at their annual skating event. Cottonwood Connection is a community group for the betterment of the residents in the Cottonwood area of Coquitlam. December 29, 2007.

Harry's Ongoing Support for Volunteer Services

December 05, 2007

Harry Bloy is very committed to supporting volunteer services as he has been an active member of many community groups for more than twenty years. Pictured here with community volunteers from left to right, Jon Samson and Dolores Hallson (Jimmy Christmas Hamper); Nancy McCuaig (SFU Community Association); Harry Bloy (MLA, Burquitlam); Stephen D’Souza (Burnaby Christmas Bureau); Gerda Wever-Rabehl (Northeast Burnaby Community Association); Kim Nelson (Cottonwood Connections); Karen Madeiros (Adoptive Families Association of BC); Roxy Abernethy (Burnaby Optimist); and Larry Fleming (Jimmy Christmas Hamper). December 5, 2007.

Fifth Annual Burnaby Edmonds Santa Claus parade

November 24, 2007

Harry is pictured here with some of the great entertainment at the Fifth Annual Burnaby Edmonds Santa Claus parade on November 24, 2007.

Treasures of Christmas event

November 23, 2007

Harry with Ann Soucie (left) Treasures of Christmas 2007 Chairperson and Barb Henham (right) Crossroads Hospice Society Executive Director at the wonderfully successful Treasures of Christmas event. November 23, 2007.

Working Together to Improve the Province

November 07, 2007

Premier Gordon Campbell and I sat down to discuss issues that matter to Burquitlam. November 2007.

Happy Diwali!

November 05, 2007

Harry joined Premier Gordon Campbell on the front steps of the legislative building to celebrate Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights. November 5, 2007.

Chief Kim Baird and Harry

October 15, 2007

The British Columbia treaty process reached a historic milestone today with the introduction of Tsawwassen First Nation settlement legislation in the legislature. Harry is seen here with Chief Kim Baird,her daughter,The Honourable Wally Oppal, and MLAs Dave Hayer and Richard Lee. October 15, 2007.

Partners in Crime Prevention

October 10, 2007

I'm seen here with RCMP officer Fred Elder on October 10th during the launch of the Youth Asset Network Program at Lougheed Centre.

Leading the Nation in Healthy Lifestyles

September 12, 2007

Part of the Premier's goal of making our Province the healthiest and fittest in the country is expanding the Fruit and Vegetable healthy snack program. Local students will now receive fresh snacks each day. Burnaby September 12, 2007.

Get Active!

August 07, 2007

Here I am taking part in the VanCity bike program this summer.

Iain Black and Harry Bloy Announce Funding for New Bike Paths

July 11, 2007

COQUITLAM – The provincial government is investing nearly $333,000 on new bike paths in Coquitlam, announced Port Moody-Westwood MLA Iain Black and Burquitlam MLA Harry Bloy today. July 11, 2007.

New Bike Paths

July 11, 2007

Harry speaks at the announcement of the New Bike paths in Coquitlam. July 11, 2007.

Simon Fraser University

July 07, 2007

I enjoy working with all the fine folks at Simon Fraser University who do excellent work in educating our post-secondary students. Here I am discussing with Nello Angerilli, Associate Vice-President for SFU's International Program ways we can better work to attract foreign students to SFU.

Burnaby Healthcare in Excellent Shape

July 07, 2007

I'm pictured here outside of the Burnaby Hospital which experiences thousands of emergency triage visits a year. BGH provides a full range of services including surgical, actue and residential care to the community. Dr. Paul Wright was kind enough to write to me, "Sincerely thank you for your support and energy in keeping Burnaby Hospital as an important acute care facility."

Woodlands Memorial Garden

June 22, 2007

Harry, seen here with Minister of Labour and Citizen's Services Olga Ilich, celebrate the official opening of the Woodlands Memorial Garden for the public to enjoy. June 22, 2007.

Crime Prevention Opener

June 12, 2007

Harry is seen here delivering the opening remarks at his Crime Prevention Forum. June 12, 2007.

Crime Prevention

June 12, 2007

Minister Wally Oppal, Attorney General & Minister responsible for Multiculturalism, speaking at the Crime Prevention Forum. June 12, 2007.

Commemorative Centennial Medal

June 12, 2007

MLA, Harry Bloy was pleasantly surprised at the start of his Crime Forum in Coquitlam when he was awarded with the Scouts Canada Commemorative Centennial Medal by Lynn Holden and Celinda Williams. June 12, 2007.

Kickin’ Day of Play

June 08, 2007

Harry, Minister Hogg, John Nuraney, MLA Burnaby-Willingdon, and Lui Passaglia (Former BC Lions Player) at the Kickin’ Day of Play event. June 8, 2007.

World Police and Fire Games

June 07, 2007

I was honored to be a part of the Adelaide World Police and Fire Games, seen here at the flag presentation. The 2009 World Police and Fire Games will be held right here in Burnaby. To my right is Jeff Clark and in front is Blues Guitarist Jim Byrnes.

Opening of RCH

June 05, 2007

Harry at the ICU opening of Royal Columbian Hospital. June 5, 2007.

Steelhead Caucus Supports Initiatives to Save Capilano Steelhead

May 30, 2007

MLAs Ralph Sultan West Vancouver-Capilano, Daniel Jarvis West Vancouver-Seymour, and Harry Bloy Burquitlam, as well as noted fish biologist Mark Angelo and Al Lill, North Vancouver resident and former Director of the federal government Department of Fisheries and Oceans, all joined Environment Minister Barry Penner in front of the Cleveland Dam, following the tour of the smolt kill. May 26, 2007.

Burnaby MLAs announce significant funding to city from traffic fine revenue.

May 23, 2007

Harry Bloy MLA, Burquitlam, John Nuraney MLA, Burnaby-Willingdon and Richard Lee MLA, Burnaby North joined Gery Begin, Burnaby city councillor to announce $2.7 million in traffic fine revenue from province. May 23, 2007.

Harry Bloy announces significant funding to city of Coquitlam

May 23, 2007

Coquitlam – Harry Bloy, MLA for Burquitlam and Iain Black, MLA for Port Moody-Westwood joined Maxine Wilson, Mayor of Coquitlam to announce $1.4 million in traffic fine revenue for the city of Coquitlam, from the province. May 23, 2007.

Burnaby MLAs join Premier Gordon Campbell in an event to announce toll free flood information line.

May 22, 2007

Harry Bloy MLA, Burquitlam, John Nuraney MLA, Burnaby-Willingdon and Richard Lee MLA, Burnaby North joined an event to announce that the province is partnering with the Canadian Red Cross to operate a toll-free flood information line to provide the public with up-to-date information on the flood situation throughout British Columbia. May 22, 2007.

Bloy Celebrates the Great Salmon Send off

May 17, 2007

Harry, joined Richard Lee MLA for Burnaby North, and Minister of Environment Barry Penner to present a cheque to Jennifer Atchison, a representative of the Stoney Creek Environment Committee. May 12, 2007.

Bloy Examines the Migratory Route of the Salmon

May 17, 2007

Harry seen here with Richard Lee, MLA for Burnaby North, and Minister of Environment Barry Penner examining a model of salmon migratory routes. May 12, 2007.

$2 million grant for Canadian Red Cross

May 08, 2007

Employment and Income Assistance Minister Claude Richmond, Canadian Red Cross Regional Council President Leanne Dospital, Burquitlam MLA Harry Bloy and volunteer Diana Barazza celebrate the $2 million grant the B.C. Government provided the Canadian Red Cross for their Medical Equipment Loan Service. May 8, 2007.

$2 Million Grant for Red Cross

May 07, 2007

Employment and Income Assistance Minister Claude Richmond, Canadian Red Cross Regional Council President Leanne Dospital, myself and volunteer Diana Barazza celebrated the $2 million grant the B.C. Government provided the Canadian Red Cross that I delivered for their Medical Equipment Loan Service in May 2007.

Community Organic Gardens

May 05, 2007

Burquitlam MLA Harry Bloy presents members of the Burquitlam Community Organic Gardens Society with a $1,400 cheque from the provincial government. Left to right: Clara Robino, Harry Bloy, Kristen Faulkner, Doug Hansen, Liz Hansen, Diane Nipius and Lu Robino. May 5, 2007.

Korean Memorial

April 21, 2007

Harry and Doug Germaine at the groundbreaking of the Korean Monument. April 21, 2007.

Harry at Korean Memorial

April 21, 2007

Harry and Peter Choi at the Korean Monument groundbreaking. April 21, 2007

Korean Memorial

April 21, 2007

Harry Bloy, Korean Consul General Choong-Ju Choi and local volunteers at the official groundbreaking ceremony of the Korean Monument. April 21, 2007.

Leigh Square Arts Village

April 20, 2007

Port Coquitlam Councillors Darrell Penner and Mike Bowen flank Burquitlam MLA Harry Bloy at the opening of the Leigh Square Arts Village. April 20, 2007.

Tour of Leigh Square

April 20, 2007

Irene Bouchard, former chair of the Port Coquitlam Arts Committee, shows Burquitlam MLA Harry Bloy some of the artwork on the wall of the Gathering Place in the Leigh Square Arts Village. April 20, 2007.

Opening of Leigh Square

April 20, 2007

Harry speaks at the grand opening of the Leigh Square Arts Village. April 20, 2007.

Burnaby Family Life Institute

April 11, 2007

MLAs Harry Bloy, Richard Lee and John Nuraney (Left to Right) present a $100,000 cheque for the Burnaby Family Life Institute to support the enhancement of child care and early childhood development programs throughout Burnaby. April 11, 2007.

Central Valley Greenway

April 10, 2007

BC Liberal MLAs Richard Lee, Harry Bloy and John Nuraney with a $1.9 million cheque for the city of Burnaby to enhance the Central Valley Greenway. The funding came from the provincial government's LocalMotion program. Burnaby also received nearly $100,000 for a mountain bike skills facility. April 10, 2007.

Community Recognition

April 07, 2007

Here I am presenting a cheque to Stephen D'Souza of Burnaby Information and Community Services back in April 2007. An example of how I work hard to bring services to the community.

Safeway Cares

March 10, 2007

Harry and Safeway workers raise money for the Adoptive Family Association of B.C. March 10, 2007.

Solutions to Bullying Seminar

March 10, 2007

Harry speaking at the Solutions to Bullying Seminar. March 10, 2007.

Meeting with Refreshments Canada

March 07, 2007

Harry and fellow BC Liberal MLAs meet with Refreshments Canada during their weekly Caucus Outreach. March 7, 2007

Festival du Bois

March 03, 2007

Harry spends time with a few francophone Scouts at the Festival du Bois. March 3, 2007.

Flaunt Your Frenchness

February 24, 2007

Harry and volunteer Barry Parish "flaunt their frenchness." February 24, 2007.

Harry Celebrates Korean New Year

February 23, 2007

Harry, in celebrating Korean New Year, helps paint a pot, a common Korean tradition. February 16, 2007.

Harry Participates in Korean Traditions

February 23, 2007

Harry take part in the breaking of a pot, a tradition to celebrate Korean New Year. February 16, 2007.

Harry Honours Korean War Memorial

February 23, 2007

Harry presenting a cheque to Sam Chae, representative of Korean War Memorial. February 16, 2007.

Enhancing Public Safety

February 23, 2007

Harry and Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General John Les receive a certificate from the Red Cross in recognition of the provincial government’s support of the Red Cross Disaster Center in Burnaby. February 23, 2007.

Opening the Red Cross Disaster Centre

February 23, 2007

Harry helps cut the ribbon at the official opening of the Red Cross Disaster Center in Burnaby. Harry is joined by Minster John Les and the Director of the Red Cross. February 23, 2007.

Speaking at the Opening of the Red Cross Disaster Centre in Burnaby

February 23, 2007

Harry speaking at the opening of Red Cross Disaster Center in Burnaby. February 23, 2007.

Out and About in Burnaby

February 23, 2007

Harry attended the expansion of Kensington in Burnaby with Boris Elisman, President of Kensington and Sid Pagliaro of Pagliaro Construction Ltd. February 23, 2007.

Harry Encourages a Strong Start for Burnaby Children

February 21, 2007

Harry, and fellow MLA John Nuraney at the Opening of StrongStart Early Learning Centre at Edmonds Community School in Burnaby. Also pictured - Al Post, Principal and Diana Mumford, School Trustee of SD 41. February 16, 2007.

Harry Celebrates a StrongStart

February 21, 2007

Harry seen with father and son at Edmonds Community School in Burnaby for the opening of the StrongStart Early Learning Centre. February 16, 2007.

Harry Helps to Open StrongStart Centre

February 21, 2007

Harry cutting cake at the opening of StrongStart Early Learning Centre at Edmonds Community School in Burnaby. February 16, 2007.

Harry Breaks Ground for the Pitt River Bridge

February 09, 2007

Harry joined Premier Campbell, Transportation Minister Kevin Falcon and MLAs Randy Hawes, Iain Black and Mary Polak and broke ground on the site of what will be a new seven-lane bridge across the Pitt River. The provincial government is providing $108 million and the federal government $90 million for the construction of the bridge and a new interchange at Lougheed Highway and Mary Hill Bypass. February 9, 2007.

Harry and Premier Campbell

February 09, 2007

Harry and Premier Campbell celebrate the beginning of construction on a new seven-lane bridge across the Pitt River. February 9, 2007.

Promoting Literacy

February 07, 2007

Since 2004, I have promoted literacy by giving a book to every Kindergarten student in my constituency. Each year starting in January I visit the Kindergarten classrooms in my riding to hand out books and visit with students. Here I am handing out books to students at Lord Baden-Powell Elementary School in Coquitlam, February 1, 2007.

Harry Celebrates Family Literacy Day

January 27, 2007

Harry reading with a child at Coquitlam Centre Mall on Family Literacy Day.While at the event, Harry helped launch Books for BC Babies in the Tri-Cities. January 27, 2007.

Harry at the Burnaby Family Life Institute

January 23, 2007

Harry joined Minister of Children and Family Development Tom Christensen on a tour of the Burnaby Family Life Institute. Pictured with Harry and the Minister is Jeanne Fike and other staff members. January 23, 2007.

Harry with Minister Christensen in Burnaby

January 23, 2007

Harry with Minister of Children and Family Development Tom Christensen and John Thompson, President of TP Systems. January 23, 2007.

Harry Encourages Kids to Eat Healthy

January 22, 2007

Harry hands out milk and healthy snacks to students at Inman Elementary School in Burnaby as part of the government's Fridges in Schools Program and School Fruit and Vegetable Snack Program. January 22, 2007.

Milk Makes Healthy Kids!

January 22, 2007

Harry delivers a fridge to Inman Elementary School in Burnaby as part of the government's Fridges in Schools Program, which supports the BC Dairy Foundation's elementary school milk program. January 22, 2007.

Harry celebrates the season in a unique way

December 19, 2006

The money Harry would normally spend on Christmas Cards is instead donated to local charities and support groups. This is a personal donation from Harry, who has been an active member of community groups for twenty years. This year $2,250 was presented by Harry to the following groups:

Adoptive Families Association of BC
Burnaby Christmas Bureau
Burnaby Optimist Club
Coquitlam Kinettes
Jimmy Christmas Hamper (Burquitlam Lions)
Miller Park Elementary School
Northeast Burnaby Community Association
SHARE Family Community Services (Cottonwood Connection)

The recipients pictured with Harry are (l-r) Karen Madeiros (Adoptive Families Association of BC); Gerda Wever-Rabehl (North East Burnaby Community Organization); Marilyn Craig (Share Family & Community Services); Roxy Abernethy (Burnaby Optimists); Marion Lochhead (Coquitlam Kinette Club); and Ryan Drew (Miller Park Community School).

Harry delivers $10,000 to SFU Childcare Society

December 19, 2006

Harry presents a cheque to Karyn Atlin of the Simon Fraser University Childcare Society. The $10,000 provincial grant will be used to paint the interior of the Society's three licensed child care centres - Nanitish Centre, Espuleta and Morningside Centre. December 19, 2006.

Harry opens Belvedere Care Centre

December 14, 2006

Harry and Minister of Health George Abbott officially opened Belvedere Care Centre in Coquitlam. With this opening, it was announced that the Province has surpassed 2,500 net-new residential care beds, assisted living units and supportive housing units. December 14, 2006.

Pictured left to right: Marc Pelletier, Fraser Health Vice-President; George Abbott, Minister of Health; Ted Sandvold, Belvedere resident; Harry Bloy, Burquitlam MLA; Bert Evertt, Belvedere Seniors Living CEO; Maxine Wilson, Coquitlam Mayor.

Harry Launches StrongStart Early Learning Centre in Coquitlam

December 14, 2006

Harry, with Education Minister Shirley Bond, was at Roy Stibbs elementary school in Coquitlam to launch B.C.’s first 16 StrongStart Early Learning Centres. Harry and the Minister are pictured with principal Luigi DeMarzo, preschooler Faythe Walker, Minister of State for Childcare Linda Reid and preschooler Draden Ward. December 14, 2006.

Harry is in Coquitlam to unveil a StrongStart Early Learning Centre

December 14, 2006

Harry, with principal Luigi DeMarzo and Minister of State for Childcare Linda Reid, was at Roy Stibbs elementary school in Coquitlam to launch B.C.’s first 16 StrongStart Early Learning Centres. December 14, 2006.

Harry celebrates the BC Lions Grey Cup Victory at the Santa Parade

November 25, 2006

Harry with BC Lions player Ryan Thelwell and the CFL Grey Cup at the start of the Burnaby Edmonds Santa Claus parade. Harry and Ryan rode together during the parade to the delight of the crowds in attendance. November 25, 2006.

Harry poses with the Grey Cup

November 25, 2006

Harry and his Constituency Assistant, Dave Teixeira, pose with the Grey Cup at the Santa Parade. November 25, 2006.

Harry meets up with the Ladies in the Red Hats

November 25, 2006

Harry and Members of the Red Hat Society pose with the Grey Cup at the Santa Parade. November 25, 2006.

Harry catches up with a former BC Lion

November 25, 2006

Harry, former BC Lions player Lui Paassaglia and a Burnaby Firefighter at the Santa Parade. November 25, 2006.

Harry's parade car gains some star power

November 25, 2006

BC Lions player Ryan Thelwell joins Harry in his parade car. November 25, 2006.

Harry supports the World Police and Fire Games

November 20, 2006

Harry joins Minister Les and former MLA Patty Sahota with members of the Women’s Canadian Police and Fire Hockey Team during a $300,000 funding announcement. Monday, November 20th.

Harry gives a cheer

November 20, 2006

Harry and Minister Les practice cheering on the Canadian athletes at the cheque presentation for the World Police and Fire Games. November 20, 2006.

Harry presents a cheque to support the World Police and Fire Games

November 20, 2006

Harry, Minister Les, and MLA John Nuraney present a cheque to 2009 World Police and Fire Games Chair Chad Turpin as two athletes look on. November 20, 2006.

Harry delivers provincial funding to local child care centre

November 06, 2006

Harry presents a $5000 cheque to Wanda Gray of Village Day Care Society. The Minor Capital Funding Grant will be used by the society for renovations and new equipment. November 6, 2006.

Harry on Bring Our Kids to Work Day

November 01, 2006

Harry with Grade Nine student Arthur Shim and Tom Kim, President of the Art Institute of Vancouver, on the occasion of Bring Our Kids To Work day. November 1, 2006.

Harry meets with Premier Campbell and Coquitlam City Council

October 24, 2006

Harry met with Premier Gordon Campbell, Mayor of Coquitlam Maxine Wilson and Coquitlam City Councillor Doug Macdonell at the Union of B.C. Municipalities Conference in Victoria. Tuesday, October 24.

Harry joins the Premier at the Grand Opening of SFU's Surrey campus

September 08, 2006

Harry and Premier Campbell celebrate the opening of SFU Surrey. September 8, 2006.

Celebrating the Crystal Mall's Anniversary

August 27, 2006

Harry helps 'dot the eye of the dragon' during Burnaby's Crystal Mall Anniversary Celebration on August 27, 2006.

Thinking Ahead in Post-Secondary Education

July 17, 2006

Harry, pictured with fellow Burnaby MLA John Nuraney and former Attorney General Geoff Plant, QC, attended the launch of Campus 2020: Thinking Ahead on July 17, 2006 at BCIT.

The new program, is designed to build on the strengths of B.C.'s post-secondary education system while discovering new approaches
to expand the network of learning opportunities across the province. Mr. Plant has been named as the special advisor to the leadership
team for Campus 2020: Thinking Ahead.

Fundraising for Variety Children's Charity

July 17, 2006

Harry, pictured with (from left) Peter Legge, Global TV's Tony Parsons and George Pittman, participated in the annual Peter Legge Charity Golf Classic on July 17, 2006 to help raise money for Variety, the children's charity.

Royal Canadian Legion Week Proclamation

June 30, 2006

The BC Government proclaimed June 25th to 30th as Legion Week in British Columbia to honour their work in assisting Veterans and our military personnel.

Harry is pictured delivering a proclamation to David Fletcher, president of the Royal Canadian Legion's Coquiltam Branch #263.

Korean Heritage Day Festival

June 17, 2006

Harry, along with some new friends, help celebrate the annual Korean Heritage Day Festival in Coquitlam on June 17, 2006.

Youth Matters!

June 12, 2006

On June 12, 2006, Harry presented Wendy Cooper from Youth Matters! with a cheque for $92,000 towards supporting programs that assist young British Columbians.

The Bottom Line on Education

May 26, 2006

Harry, standing outside his Community Office on May 26, 2006, points out a report by the Ministry of Advanced Education concerning the fact B.C.'s universities granted over 2,300 teaching degrees this year.

There are almost 27,000 full-time teaching positions throughout the province.

The Importance of Reading

May 23, 2006

Every year, Harry personally delivers a book to each-and-every kindergarten student in the constituency.

On May 23, 2006 Harry visited Cameron Elementary School to deliver the books and read with the students.

Visit to Alderson Elementary

May 19, 2006

On May 19, 2006 Harry popped-in to visit Alderson Elementary's kindergarten class as part of his commitment to give all kindergarten students in the riding a book to encourage reading.

Harbour View Elementary Visit

May 19, 2006

Continuing on his tour to visit every kindergarten class in his constituency and deliver a book to each student, Harry paid a visit to Harbour View Elementry School on May 19, 2006.

Reading to Kindergarten Students

May 19, 2006

On May 19, 2006, Harry visited kindergarten students at Lord Baden-Powell Elementary to personally deliver a book to each pupil and to stress the importance of reading.

Literacy is the Key to Knowledge

May 19, 2006

As part of his pledge to give a book to every kindergarten student in the constituency, Harry was at Miller Park Elementary School on May 19, 2006.

Great Salmon Send Off!

May 13, 2006

On May 13, 2006, Environment Minister Barry Penner helped Harry at the annual Great Salmon Send Off at Stoney Creek Elementary School.

Harry also presented a cheque at the event for $5,000 towards salmon conservation in Stoney Creek.

Protecting the Enviroment for Future Generations

May 13, 2006

Enviroment Minister Barry Penner and Harry pose with some of Burquitlam's youngest constituents on May 13, 2006 during the Great Salmon Send Off at Stoney Creek Elementary School.

Burnaby General Hospital Tour

May 12, 2006

Harry recently toured the Burnaby General Hospital to see first hand the great work the province's health care professionals do in assiting British Columbians.

Here he is pictured by a transfer ambulance on May 12, 2006.

Celebrating the Japanese Language School's 100th Anniversary

May 12, 2006

The Vancouver Japanese Language School is celebrating their 100th Anniversary this year.

On May 12, 2006 Harry, along with Intergovernmental Relations minister John van Dongen, joined the celebrations and presented the school with a cheque for $5,000.

Commemorating Japanese Culture

May 12, 2006

As part of the 100th Anniversary of the Vancouver Japanese Language School, Harry had an opportunity to meet members of the Japanese-Canadian community.

Here he is pictured with a lady in a traditional Japanese kimono.

Thumbs Up for Learning!

May 11, 2006

Children from Dawn Saunders-Mason's Oakdale Child Care Society class help give Harry the thumbs-up when he visited them on May 11, 2006.

Harry also presented the Oakdale Child Care Society with a cheque for over $4,900 to help them provide for the kids.

Opening of the Burnaby Village Museum

May 06, 2006

Harry helped open the Burnaby Village Museum at an event held on May 6, 2006 and presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Dennis Brown.

Here he is pictured with (from left) Garth Evans, City of Burnaby Councillor, Dennis Brown, Project Manager with Friends of Interurban 1223 and fellow MLA Richard T . Lee.

French Language Playschool - 30th Anniversary Celebration

May 06, 2006

On May 6, 2006 Harry joined in the 30th anniversary celebrations of the French Language Playschool in Burnaby.

Here he is pictured talked to a couple of the playschool's teachers.

Hyde Creek Hatchery and Education Centre Grand Opening

May 06, 2006

Early in May 2006, Harry had the opportunity to tour the Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery during their grand opening.

April 30, 2006

Harry delivers a cheque worth almost $850,000 to the BC Dairy Foundation to help them expand their school milk program. April 2006

Justice Society

April 21, 2006

Grant Presentation - Fraser-Burrard Community
On April 21, 2006, Harry presented a $2,500 grant to Sandy Burpee of the Fraser-Burrard Community Justice Society to assist them in their work promoting a better society.

Chance to Choose Speech

April 20, 2006

On April 20th, Harry visited Port Moody to discuss his role as an MLA. Chance to Choose is a program set up by S.U.C.C.E.S.S. to help entrepreneurs to overcome barriers when establishing
small businesses.

Burnaby NOW - Best of Burnaby Awards

April 19, 2006

Harry had the opportunity to attend the Burnaby NOW newspaper's Best of Burnaby Awards ceremony. Held on April 19, 2006, they are a chance to honour the city's outstanding businesses and entrepreneurs.

Burnaby Hospice Society - Thrift Store Opening

March 24, 2006

On March 24, 2006, Harry presented Gerry Herkel, President of the Burnaby Hospice Society, with a certificate of congratulations in recognition of the Hospice's new Thrift Store.

Coquitlam's Annual Flaunt Your Frenchness Fesitival

February 25, 2006

Harry Bloy is pictured with Coquitlam Heritage Society President, Konni Bernaschek at the opening of Coquitlam’s “Flaunt Your Frenchness!” annual festivale celebrating B.C.'s francophone culture. February 25, 2006.

Burnaby Board of Trade Post Budget Review Luncheon

February 24, 2006

On February 24, 2006 Harry attended the Burnaby Board of Trade's Post-Budget Luncheon to hear an address by Finance Minister Carole Taylor. Here Harry is speaking to Jeff Clark, Co-Chair of the BC 2009 World Police and Fire Games and Minister Taylor.

Coquitlam Books For Babies Event

February 09, 2006

Harry with mother Margaret Larsen and baby Rozalynn at the Poirier Library in Coquitlam to celebrate the “Books for Babies” programme on February 9, 2006.

Honouring Métis Veterans

February 08, 2006

On February 8, 2006, Harry presented the flag of British Columbia to Bob Sutherland and Elsey Foulds of the Métis Veterans Association.

Burnaby Direct Access Grants Meeting

February 02, 2006

Over 200 people attended Harry’s second Accessing Provincial Grants Seminar in Burnaby. This helped a variety of non-profit organizations have a better chance of securing funding, thanks to Harry.

Celebrating Chinese New Year

January 27, 2006

Harry, along with fellow Burnaby MLA Richard T. Lee, attend the attend the opening ceremony of the Chinese Federation of Commerce of Canada Lunar New Year Festival 2006 and the PNE in Vancouver on January 26, 2006.

Visit to Forest Grove Elementary School

January 24, 2006

On January 24, 2006, Harry paid a visit to Forest Grove Elemenatry School to answer questions about live as an MLA and to talk to the students on how the BC Government helps them.

Class Act

January 13, 2006

Harry spoke with Ms. Karen Peplow’s ESL class at Riverside Secondary School about the functions of government. January 13, 2006.

Helping Worthy Causes

January 05, 2006

Each Christmas, Harry helps others in a unique and personal way. Money he normally might spend on Christmas Cards are instead donated to local charities and support groups.

This year, donations reached $2,000 and were presented on December 8, 2005 to the following groups:

• Adoptive Families Association of BC
• Burnaby Christmas Bureau
• Burnaby Optimist Club
• Coquitlam Kinettes
• Jimmy Christmas Hamper
• Miller Park Elementary School
• Northeast Burnaby Community Association
• SHARE Family Community Services

Pictured: (l-r) Karen Madeiros (Adoptive Families Association of BC); Larry Fleming (Jimmy Christmas Hamper); Stephen D’Souza (Burnaby Christmas Bureau); Dorothy Fleming (Jimmy Christmas Hamper); Harry Bloy; Carla Alexander (SHARE Family Community Services); Heather Jack (Burnaby Christmas Bureau); and Ken Ryan (Burnaby Optimist Club)

Cropping Hair for Cancer Care!

December 12, 2005

Harry cuts Small Business and Revenue Minister Rick Thorpe's hair after Harry donated $1,000 to the Sindi Hawkins and Friends Charity Golf Classic for Cancer Care for the honour. December 2005

Salmon Conservation Initiative

December 08, 2005

Harry is joined by fellow MLAs and other dignitaries at the announcement of the Tom Bewell B.C. Leadership Chair in Salmon Conservation and Management at the University of Simon Fraser in December 2005.

Regocognizing our Firefighters

December 07, 2005

Harry is joined by local firefighters Jim Peever and Rob Lamoureux (Burnaby) and Randy Hamel (Coquitlam) at an event announcing increased cancer coverage the Legislative Assembly in November 2005

ICD Therapy

October 05, 2005

Dr. Larry Sterns and Dr. Mark Henderson discussed the importance of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Therapy with Members of the Government Caucus at the Legislative buildings in Victoria. October 5, 2005.

Funds for Athletics Facilities

April 08, 2005

Harry is joined by Premier Gordon Campbell at an event to announce $20 million towards athletic facilites for Simon Fraser University. - April 8, 2005.

Apples for Students

March 15, 2005

Harry hands out apples to students from Mountain View Elementary School after he made a funding announcement for $50,000 towards an after school program - March 15, 2005

Bloy-Scout

February 22, 2005

Harry reading his statement in the Legislature proclaiming BC Scout-Guide Week.

B.C. Spirit Week

February 12, 2005

Harry, joined by fellow MLA Richard Lee, helps kick-off BC Sprirt Week at a flag raising event at Simon Fraser University.

Smiles For Seniors

January 20, 2005

Harry and Deputy Premier Shirley Bond recently paid a visit to the residents of the Christmas Manor seniors residence (January 2005).

A Visit To Christmas Manor

January 20, 2005

Harry and Deputy Premier Shirley Bond met with Christmas Manor staff Larry, Maggie and Renee (January 2005).

The $5,000 Haircut!

October 30, 2004

As the largest single contributor to MLA Harry Bloy's "It's Only Hair" fundraiser for the BC Cancer Foundation, local businessman Doug Stead was given the honours of snipping of Harry's trademark ponytail. The hair will be donated to Eva’s Wigs to be transformed into hairpieces for cancer patients. October 30, 2004

Using His Head

October 30, 2004

Harry's haircut gets underway at Magicuts in the Lougheed Town Centre shopping mall. October 30, 2004.

A Close Shave

October 30, 2004

Harry's haircut is complete, but his fundraising efforts are ongoing. To date more than $5,000 has been raised, and donations are still coming in. To contribute to this great cause, please call 604-933-2077. Ocotber 30, 2004.

Chamber Luncheon

October 12, 2004

MLAs Richard Stewart, Harry Bloy and Karn Manhas meet with the local business community at a TriCities Chamber of Commerce luncheon. October 2004.

Officers of the Year

September 30, 2004

Harry joined the Burnaby Optimists in congratulating Corp. Martin Blais and Const. Alain Bengamin as the winner and runner up of the 2004 Burnaby Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. September 2004.

Tour for the Cure

September 20, 2004

Harry is a proud supporter of the annual Telus Tour for the Cure. September 2004.

Burnaby's 2010 Legacy

September 14, 2004

Harry, MLAs Patty Sahota and Richard T. Lee, and the Burnaby 2010 Legacies Now Committee - Wilf Hurd; Alnoor Tejpar; Ian Tait; Andy Chang; and Sev Morin. September 2004.

Coquitlam's 2010 Legacy

September 14, 2004

Harry with the Coquitlam 2010 Legacy committee: Marianne Lee; Ian Tait; Linda Baker; and Ken Woodward. September 2004.

Temple Visit

September 12, 2004

MLAs Harry Bloy and Patty Sahota present a proclamation celebrating the Sikh faith at the Gilley Street Temple. September 2004.

Summer Reading Awards

September 11, 2004

Harry congratulated hundreds of young readers who participated in the Burnaby Public Library's annual summer reading club. September 2004.

Cash For Kids

September 01, 2004

Harry delivers a $41,479 grant to the SFU Child Care Society (September 1, 2004).

BC Day

August 02, 2004

Harry hosted the BC Day festivities at the Lougheed Town Centre shopping mall. Harry joins Steve MacPherson of the Old Dutch Bakery, which supplied the event with a giant cake designed to look like a British Columbian flag. August 2, 2004

O Canada!

July 01, 2004

Harry carves up the Canada Day cake at Lougheed Town Centre with marketing director Bonney Rempel. (July 1, 2004)

Groundbreaking News

June 15, 2004

Harry joined SFU president Dr. Michael Stevenson, Advanced Education minister Shirley Bond and several MLA colleagues at the groundbreaking for the new $23 million TASC 1 Applied Sciences building (June 15, 2004).

Schools For BC

June 02, 2004

Harry was on hand for the recent announcement of more than $722 million for school construction and renovation projects across BC, including several in Burnaby and Coquitlam. June 2004

Easter Greetings

April 14, 2004

Harry recently took part in the Burquitlam Lions Club Easter egg hunt at Blue Mountain Park. April 2004

Star Chamber

April 01, 2004

Harry meets with TC Chamber of Commerce reps Barrie Seaton and Gary Bruyere at the TC Volunteer Fair held at Coquitlam Centre. (April 1 2004)

You Be The Judge!

April 01, 2004

Harry meets with booth judges Greg von Euw and Jay McGarva at the Burnaby Volunteer Fair held at Lougheed mall. (April 1, 2004)

Children Matter

March 21, 2004

Harry and MLA Patty Sahota recently met with Carmen Maretic of the Protect Our Children Society. March 2004

The Best of BC

March 21, 2004

Harry recently met Miss BC International 2003 Tina Shaw and Miss Fraser Valley 2003 Nicole Cichanovich in Victoria at the Legislature. March 2004

Caring for the Cure

March 13, 2004

The Burnaby MLAs recently held a "Spring Romance" fundraising dinner for the Canadian Cancer Society. The event was made possible thanks to the Burnaby Chinese Parents Association and the Romana restaurant on Hastings Street. March 2004

Expanding Education

March 09, 2004

Harry and his fellow TriCities MLAs joined Advanced Education Minister Shirley Bond for an announcement of increasing student spaces. March 2004

Gung Hei Fat Choy

February 28, 2004

Harry joined Burnaby councillor Lee Rankin and MLA Patty Sahota for Chinese New Year celebrations. January 2004

Chinese New Year

February 28, 2004

Harry, MLA Richard Lee and Premier Gordon Campbell enjoyed Chinese New Year celebrations throughout the Lower Mainland. January 2004

Outstanding Achievement

January 25, 2004

Harry recently met with Rainbow Choi, a Burnaby recipient of the Premier's Excellence Award for outstanding student achievement. January 2004

Back To Business

January 24, 2004

Harry met with renowned author, publisher and guest speaker Peter Legge at the TriCities Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. Legge received the Legacy Leadership Award. January 2004

Super Streamkeeper

January 04, 2004

Harry with Greg von Euw, a 12-year-old streamkeeper he nominated for Burnaby's Local Hero Award. January 2004