
About this Event
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Join us to celebrate and remember the extraordinary life of Chris Morrissey on Saturday, October 18th.
This Celebration of Life is being organized by Rainbow Refugee and Quirk-E, in collaboration with Foundation of Hope, friends and chosen family of Chris Morrissey.
1. Support the Celebration of Life – Event Expenses
If you’d like to help cover the costs of the Celebration of Life, including venue rental, web hosting, refreshments, and ASL interpretation:
Donate here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/rainbow-refugee-society/
- “Where it’s Needed Most” will already be selected.
- In the message box, write: “In honour of Chris Morrissey.”
- Click “Continue to complete donation.”
- Enter your contact and payment information.
- Press “Complete Donation.”
Any remaining funds will support the Chris Morrissey Fund, which helps sponsor LGBTQI+ refugees, with a focus on women and Trans or Gender Diverse people facing additional barriers.
A tax receipt will be emailed to you within minutes of completing your donation.
2. Support the Chris Morrissey Fund – Ongoing Work
If you’d like to support ongoing sponsorship organizing in line with Chris Morrissey’s wishes:
Donate here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/rainbow-refugee-society/campaign/chris-morrissey-memorial-fund
- No message is required.
- Enter your contact and payment information.
- Press “Complete Donation.”
Your contribution honours Chris Morrissey’s legacy and helps ensure this vital work continues. A tax receipt will be emailed to you within minutes of completing your donation.
A virtual stream will be available for guests unable to join us in person. Please select "Virtual Ticket" if you would like to join us online.
Agenda
🕑: 01:00 PM
Welcome! Doors open for guests.
Info: Come to the Roundhouse Community Centre early to find a seat, listen to some selected music, and prepare for our ceremony to honour Chris Morrissey.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Ceremony
Info: Selected speakers will give their tributes to Chris Morrissey during the formal portion of our gathering.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Reception to follow
Info: Join us for light refreshments and a chance to connect with others to share your stories and memories of Chris. There will be music, photos, some of Chris' work, and spaces for small group discussion.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
181 Roundhouse Mews, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, Canada
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