Richmond’s friendly neighbourhood florist has brought the community together with another colourful celebration.
Around 70 people donned flower crowns and created beautiful bouquets to celebrate Canada Day outside Cambie Community Centre on Sunday, July 2.
“Witnessing the tremendous turnout for our event has filled us with an overwhelming sense of excitement and gratitude,” said organizer Jane Lee, known for her community flower workshops.
Lee told the News she saw a need for engaging community activities such as flower arrangement workshops, “which can instill hope, spread joy, and cultivate a sense of peace among people from various backgrounds.”
To put the event together, Lee enlisted the help of fellow residents and received funding from the City of Richmond’s Neighbourhood Celebration Grant.
Although the event was initially planned to have a capacity of 50 people, the tickets were sold out within a day and around 70 people showed up for the event.
“I felt like the old story of (five loaves and two fish), people keep coming and we keep serving with the same amount of resources,” said Lee.
“It’s just incredible like a miracle.”
