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LaurenVanderdeen lvanderdeen@burnabynow com

Coworkers at a Burnaby-based production company have seven million reasons to celebrate

On April 10, a group of 24 colleagues won the Daily Grand top prize of $1,000 a day for life and took a lump-sum payment of $7 million for their reward

Group spokesperson Iuliana Petrovici, who co-ordinated the lottery purchase, said she learned of the win late at night

“It was 10:30 p m at night, it was late, but I still called a few in the group,” Petrovici said in a statement “They were excited and said, ‘Oh my gosh, it’s us!’”

“I was at home, and I got goosebumps all over my body! I started shaking and I asked my husband to double-check.”

Members of the group hope to use their winnings to buy new cars, go on vacations and renovate their homes They also plan to host a company-wide lunch

The winning ticket was purchased at Save-OnFoods on MarineWay and Byrne Road in Burnaby

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thurSday, april 27

SANSEI: THE STORYTELLER

In this powerful performance, Sansei: The Storyteller, creator and performer Kunji Mark Ikeda (who grew up in Burnaby) blends dance, spoken word, historical audio, family audio and unexpected humour as Ikeda examines the internment and dispossession of tens of thousands of Japanese Canadians living on the West Coast of Canada.

With a scathing flick of an eyebrow, Ikeda casts their gaze on a shameful part of Canada’s history and still describes The Storyteller as “the most fun you’ll ever have learning about the Japanese Internment,” and still profoundly personal.

WHEN: Thursday, April 27 from 2 to 3 p.m.; Friday, April 28 from 8 to 9 p.m.’ Saturday, April 29 from 8 to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts (6450 Deer Lake Ave.)

COST: $25, tickets available online through tickets. shadboltcentre.com

Saturday, april 29

Evening Peace Spring Choral Concert

Join the Amabilis Singers choral group in an evening of song, as the group presents its spring concert, Evening Peace.

The repertoire will move through time and genre, from works by Victoria and Brahms to Lauridsen, Childs, Aguila and Tate. You can also enjoy the contemporary sounds of Barnwell’s Wanting Memories, made famous by Sweet Honey in the Rock, and There is a Light, by Alcorn and Nickel The choir is directed by Frank Lee

WHEN: Saturday, April 29 at 7:30 p m

WHERE: New Westminster Christian Reformed Church (8255 13th Ave , Burnaby)

COST: $25 plus tax; tickets and information at www amabilissingers org

Youth Week Plaza Party

Youth Week is kicking off on Saturday at Edmonds Community Centre

Youth age 10 to 18 years old can join in the festivities at the Edmonds plaza, with a host of activities and games including a mini-golf course and tournament, open mic, art, a DJ and barbecue. This is your chance to make new friends and win some cool prizes

Youth Week runs from April 29 to May 7 with a variety of fun events all around the city for youth and teens check out the city’s Youth Week website at www.burnaby.ca/ youthweek for more info.

WHEN: Saturday, April 29 from 2 to 5 p m

WHERE: Edmonds Community Centre (7433 Edmonds St )

COST: Free

Spring Forward Concert

With a range of musical repertoire spanning from classical, jazz and pop to new, original pieces, this multimedia performance will delight the senses. Celebrate the musical talents of Raskin School of Music with performances from Alina Raskin, Victoria Raskin and Armen Martirosyan

WHEN: Saturday, April 29 at 7 p.m.

WHERE: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts (6450 Deer Lake Ave )

COST: $38-$45, tickets available online through tickets. shadboltcentre ca

All Weekend

Job Fair

Looking for a summer job? The Metropolis at Metrotown job fair is happening Friday, April 28 to Sunday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. You can apply directly with 18 different retailers hiring for a variety of summer roles Bring your resume and good luck!

WHEN: Friday, April 28, Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Grand Court, Metropolis at Metrotown mall (4700 Kingsway)

COST: Free