Member Statement (2 November 2022)

From Hansard (2 November 2022)

 

Family Nine Restaurant Hosts STARS Fundraiser

Mr. Keisig: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This past summer, the Family Nine Restaurant at Katepwa Beach hosted its eighth annual STARS [Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service] ambulance wing-night fundraising event. The manager, Darlene Bohun, was inspired to host this annual event after the passing of her husband eight years ago. Prior to the end of his journey with cancer, Darlene’s husband had expressed that he wanted donations to be made to the STARS air ambulance in remembrance of him. These conversations between them led to the hosting of an annual fundraiser.

Each year Darlene and her staff host a wing night where proceeds are donated to STARS. Darlene’s staff were inspired to contribute 100 per cent of any tips they made for the day to STARS. Darlene in return matches all tips.

This wing night is no ordinary wing night, Mr. Speaker. It is an event that is very well received by community members, consisting of entertainment, dancing, and raffle prizes to be won.

Mr. Speaker, this year Darlene and the staff from Katepwa Beach Family Nine Restaurant raised $7,514. Over the last eight years, they’ve raised over $30,000 for STARS air ambulance. I ask all members to join me in thanking Darlene, her staff, and many other individuals that continue to support STARS so that lifesaving services can be provided to those in need. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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