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Irving K. Barber

Ike Barber profile in the South Delta Leader

By Glenn Drexhage on June 25, 2010

An in-depth portrait of Irving Barber appears in the June 24, 2010 issue of the South Delta Leader. You can view the profile here.

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Dr. Irving Barber given philanthropy award

By Glenn Drexhage on October 27, 2009

Dr. Irving K. Barber has been honoured with a 2009 Special Award for Philanthropy from the British Columbia Museums Association. The award was given in recognition of his involvement with several philanthropic activities in the province, most notably his exceptional gift for the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, which provides innovative support and funding to […]

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Congress 2008, Learning Centre, Irving K. Barber featured in Business in Vancouver newspaper

By Glenn Drexhage on May 30, 2008

The following article recently appeared in Business in Vancouver newspaper. Business in Vancouver May 20-26, 2008; issue 969 UBC to host largest conference in its history Social sciences gathering highlights rise of cultural industries in the province Glen Korstrom The University of British Columbia is preparing to host the largest conference in its 100-year history […]

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