Honored by Community. Featured by Media. Driven by Impact.
Firefly Youth Network is proud to be recognized by government leaders, community organizations, and media outlets for our commitment to youth leadership, arts education, and community service.
Honored by the International Art Museum of America for outstanding youth leadership, artistic excellence, and advancing arts education through community engagement. Presented by San Francisco Supervisor Matt Dorsey.
Recognition from the International Art Museum of America (IAMA)
January 6, 2024
Recognition from Mabel Elmore, MLA
December 22, 2024
Recognized for organizing the inaugural Light of Hope Charity Concert, demonstrating outstanding youth leadership, artistic excellence, and meaningful community impact.
Recognition
Honored by Community Leaders and Community Partners . Inspired to Create Greater Impact.
Recognized by BC Children’s Hospital Foundation for our ongoing commitment to supporting children and families through fundraising, music, and community service.
Recognition from the BC Children's Hospital Foundation
August 11, 2026
Recognition from Councilor Chak Au
September 27, 2022
Honored by the City Council for outstanding commitment to community service, youth leadership, and using the arts to strengthen our community.
Featured by OMNI Television for the third Melodies of Hope Charity Concert, highlighting youth leadership, music, and community support for BC Children's Hospital Foundation.
OMNI Television – Melodies of Hope Charity Concert
May 30, 2026
Cool News – Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 22，2026
Featured by Cool News for the third annual Light of Hope Charity Concert, highlighting youth leadership, artistic excellence, and community support for BC Children's Hospital Foundation.
International Art Museum of America – Official Event Recap
January 6, 2024
Media Coverage & Official Features
Sharing Our Story. Spreading Our Mission.
Featured by Phoenix Television’s North America News, Firefly musicians brought joy to children at BC Children’s Hospital through vocal, guzheng, piano, and cello performances.
Phoenix Television – Mini Concert at BC Children’s Hospital
August 11, 2026
Official event recap celebrating Firefly Youth Network's "Illuminating" Forum, highlighting youth creativity, artistic excellence, and meaningful community engagement.
Featured Articles — Aubade with Joy
VITA Daily profiles Richard Li’s journey as a young classical vocalist, highlighting his artistic growth and the charitable impact of Aubade with Joy, which raised CAD $22,653 for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation. The feature also explores his leadership through Firefly Youth Network, empowering young people through music, community service, and meaningful opportunities for artistic expression.
VITA DAILY — Finding His Voice: How 16-Year-Old Vancouver Opera Singer Richard Li Is Changing Lives Through Music
October 27, 2026 · By Noa Nichol
CLASSICAL FM / LUDWIG VAN — Sixteen-Year-Old Vancouver Musician Raises $22,653 for BC Children's Hospital Foundation
October 23, 2026 · By Anya Wassenberg
Classical FM / Ludwig Van reports on Richard Li’s Aubade with Joy solo classical vocal charity concert, which raised CAD $22,653 for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Mighty Music Program. The article highlights the concert’s musical performances, youth participation, and the charitable impact of Richard’s leadership and Firefly Youth Network’s commitment to community service.
Certificates & Letters
Gratitude and Support from Government Leaders and Community Partners.
Mark Carney Prime Minister of Canada
Greetings Letter
3rd Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 22, 2026
Teresa Wat Member of the Legislative Assembly
Greetings Letter
3rd Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 22, 2026
Justin Trudeau Former Prime Minister of Canada
Greetings Letter
1st Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 25, 2023
Ken Sim Mayor of the City of Vancouver
Greetings Letter 1st Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 25, 2023
David Eby Premier of British Columbia
Greetings Letter
3rd Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 22, 2026
Mike Hurley Mayor of the City of Burnaby
Greetings Letter
2nd Light of Hope Charity Concert
December 22, 2024
Mable Elmore Member of the Legislative Assembly
Greetings Letter
3rd Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 16, 2026
Richard T. Lee Burnaby City Councillor
Certificate of Appreciation
1st Light of Hope Charity Concert
March 25, 2023