NORTH BATTLEFORD — People came together to support local charity at a barbecue and walk in North Battleford May 22.
The event was organized by the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.
This marks the 20th anniversary of the National Walk, where funds raised support local charities across Canada.
This year’s theme is Safe Places, and the North Battleford community was invited to join the walk in support of this meaningful cause, the organization said in a news release.
The funds raised and donated locally will be given to Scouts Canada in North Battleford.
Tanis Roberts, Western Financial Group North Battleforid insurance advisor, told SaskToday the event helps promote community well-being.
On the issue of Safe Places, she said the theme of the event is meaningful.
"The Walk for Safe Places is a promotion of being able to have safe spaces, safe places, being able to enjoy our community, and to make our communities better," Roberts said. "A lot of communities in this country, coast to coast, are struggling with a lot of economic issues, and people are having a really hard time. It is showing up on our streets. We're seeing what's happening in people's lives, unfortunately. Everyone deserves better in life and everyone deserves safety, so I think it's a really good cause."
Sarah Thompson, Group Commissioner Second North Battleford Scout Group, was thrilled the Scouts organization will be the recipient of the donations.
"It goes directly to the kids' programming," she said. "As youth led, the Scouts decide what they want to do and we help to make their adventures that they want to do come true. It will go towards camps, like attending the provincial Cub camp, for our eight to 10 year olds. They do a provincial camp every year... It goes towards their camp fees, the programming and their food."
Thompson said the fundraiser is great, and was happy that Scouts Canada North Battleford was chosen as the charity.
"To be selected as their charitable organization of choice is absolutely amazing," she said.
