Volunteer Request for Concentrated DTES Search, Daytime

Posted November 24, 2009 by tbaur
Categories: Find Pierre, Search, Volunteer

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As Paula mentioned on Sunday, we are planning to continue our Downtown Eastside search with a more concentrated effort. This is in part based on some feedback we’ve received from the DTES community at large.

The time commitment is roughly 1-1.5hr min: from 0730 to 0900 and 1130 to 1300 and will involve canvassing specific areas. Ideally we would like to have 3-4 people cover each time slot, everyday for a week.

If you are available, please contact us at: volunteers@findpierre.com

-Tim (tbaur@findpierre.com)

Two weeks today, Thank you

Posted November 22, 2009 by paula
Categories: Family, Find Pierre, Update

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It has been two weeks to the day since Pierre went missing.

Hundreds of volunteers; family, friends, friends of friends and even strangers have taken to the parks, waterways and streets to help find Pierre. You have all been unwavering in your commitment and support and I wanted to thank you all and express my utmost gratitude.

To all the volunteers who turned out today to search the Downtown Eastside. We will be following up on some of the sightings mentioned in this area and will be posting information shortly of a more concentrated search.

Paula

Important Information, Search Plan for Downtown Eastside on Sunday

Posted November 20, 2009 by tbaur
Categories: Find Pierre, Search, Volunteer

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An update with meeting location for our efforts on Sunday.

  • When: Sunday, November 22nd
  • Time: 10 AM sharp
  • Location: Science World Parking Lot
    • The north end of the parking lot under the Sky Train rail
    • Click the map below, the blue pin is the meeting area
    • We will organize there and then depart by 1030AM
  • Clothing: Wear warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear
  • Bring: Cell phone, food & water (for yourself as needed)

Note, if you expect to show up after 1030AM, please let me know (tbaur@findpierre.com) so that we can exchange phone numbers. When you arrive in the area I will to direct you to meet up with a team.

We won’t know exactly how many volunteers we have until we perform a headcount in the morning. We will organize the groups, assign team leaders and then distribute the kits (maps, posters and contact numbers). We have a reasonably sized area to cover in a very challenging and dense neighborhood and will be canvassing stores, shelters and churches. Keep this in mind as you prepare.

If you have any questions, please let me know. I will update this blog entry if there is more information to share or to answer questions raised.

Regards,
-Tim (tbaur@findpierre.com)

UPDATE (11/21/2009 at 6.40PM): Map and zones for the search, including pins for shelters (etc) that we’ll want to visit.


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Self-organized Search Details for the North Shore

Posted November 20, 2009 by tbaur
Categories: Find Pierre, Search, Volunteer

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Many of you have been asking how you can help outside of the more formalized search plans (ex. DTES). We are asking for focus to be on a broader search and canvassing of the North Shore, including both West Vancouver and North Vancouver. The area from Dundarave to Second Narrows bridge as outlined in the map below.

It would be best if you could report on what you intend to do and/or have done so that we can update the Search Reports to help reduce duplicated effort. We may also be able to put groups of people in contact with each-other. Emailed reports can be sent to: tbaur@findpierre.com

As always, please keep the following in mind – we request that private property and restricted areas be respected or avoided unless express permission is given. The authorities have the channels to enlist the appropriate personnel accordingly. We do not want anyone breaking the law or putting themselves in harms way to assist with the canvassing and search. We want everyone to return home safely to their homes and loved ones at the end of each day.

To all the volunteers helping search for and spread the message about Pierre, thank you again from Paula and the family.

Updated Missing Persons Poster for Pierre Parkinson

Posted November 19, 2009 by tbaur
Categories: Find Pierre, Update

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Friends, Family and Volunteers,

We have updated the missing persons poster, which can be downloaded by clicking the image below. If you can, please use this poster going forward.

The old poster is still available and can be downloaded here.


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