On August 17th, our brother and dear friend Neil Martin was forced to evacuate his home ahead of the McDougall Creek wildfire that swept through West Kelowna B.C., and still burns today. Thankfully, he got out with his beloved dogs and the clothes he was wearing. He has still not been allowed back into his area due to continued danger with downed power lines, etc. However, yesterday he was notified by Emergency Measures that his home and everything in it, was 100% destroyed. After moving to West Kelowna only months ago, this has been a life-changing blow.

Neil has been steadfast and strong throughout this unimaginable time. His work, which was also threatened, survived and so Neil was able to go back to work. However, his life has been irrevocably changed, and we want to help any way we can to help him return to some sense of normalcy.

We are grateful for all the support given to the evacuees by various services in and around Kelowna, but it will take more to help him get back on his feet. He will have to start from scratch for everything including a new place to live, clothes, furniture, replacing essential documents, and the list goes on.

Any support (including your positive thoughts & vibes) would be so appreciated. Neil and his loving companions Maggie, Sara, and Yona, also thank everyone for their love and encouragement through this unprecedented time.