Special thanks to fire fighters for supporting Muscular Dystrophy Canada for over 50 years.

 

WALK FOR MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

The Winnipeg Walk for Muscular Dystrophy took place on May 29th and was a day of fun, fellowship and fundraising for a good cause!

This family fun event  also included a light lunch, refreshments and prizes for top fundraisers following the walk.

City Councillor John Orlikow, who represents River Heights, braved the rain and joined UFFW Executive Jim Hemphill, Al Gray, Derek Balcaen, Chad Swayze and Tom Bilous on June 29th at the walk, which took place at Kildonan Park. Also in the picture is Kathy Harbeck of MD Canada.

 

Date:                March 4, 2010

From:               Alex Forrest, President

Re:                  Unique Fire Fighter Fundraiser for Muscular Dystrophy Canada

From the beginning, Fire Fighters have been raising funds and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.  They give hope to thousands of Canadians with muscular dystrophy. They inspire generosity and bring awareness to neuromuscular disorders. 

Fire Fighters are the biggest supporters of Muscular Dystrophy Canada and they always have been.

Now Winnipeg Fire Fighters have embarked on a fundraiser in support of Muscular Dystrophy Canada.   On March 8, 2010 a small group of courageous fire fighters will be lifted up to the roof of the fire hall on Osborne Street to camp out until they reach their lofty fundraising goal.  Spending day and night in the cold wind and snow, the group will eat and sleep on the roof in a large tent. 

The cold, wind, and snow won't be deterring this group who are answering the call of a rival fire department.  "The Edmonton Fire Department has run a successful campout for the last four years," says TJ Belluk, one of Winnipeg's campers, "and last year raised over $50,000.  We couldn't ignore the challenge."  Next week, campers from St. Albert, Alberta and Strathcona County, Alberta will also brave the wintry weather with campouts of their own.

We would like to encourage everyone to gain an awareness of neuromuscular disorders and give generously to this worthy cause. 

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