<div>Hi everyone,
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<div>We’re reaching out on behalf of our dear friends Shana and David Pitawanakwat, who just experienced a devastating event.
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<div>While camping at Samuel de Champlain Park, their site was hit by a sudden tornado. Their trailer, filled with years of memories, travel gear, and David’s cherished hunting and fishing equipment was destroyed.
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<div>Thankfully, they are safe. David’s quick actions saved Shana’s life, and for that, we are deeply grateful.
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<div>Nature had become a grounding force in their lives. David, an Odawa/Anishinaabe man, helped Shana fall in love with the land, something she never expected.
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<div>Like many travelers, they never expected a storm like this. Without insurance, they’re now navigating an unexpected and difficult loss.
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<div>We’re asking for your support to help Shana and David recover what they can and begin rebuilding the life that brought them so much joy.
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<div>Any amount helps, and every donation goes directly to replacing essential gear, and transportation.
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<div>Please give what you can and share this fundraiser widely.
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<div><strong><a href="https://www.sudbury.com/local-news/sudbury-couple-lucky-to-be-alive-after-storm-near-mattawa-10853945" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.sudbury.com/local-news/sudbury-couple-lucky-to-be-alive-after-storm-near-mattawa-10853945</a></strong>
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<div><a href="https://www.ctvnews.ca/northern-ontario/video/2025/06/23/campers-caught-in-intense-weekend-storm-share-evacuation-story/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><a href="https://www.ctvnews.ca/northern-ontario/video/2025/06/23/campers-caught-in-intense-weekend-storm-share-evacuation-story/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.ctvnews.ca/northern-ontario/video/2025/06/23/campers-caught-in-intense-weekend-storm-share-evacuation-story/</a></strong></a>
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<div><a href="https://www.thesudburystar.com/news/weekend-storm-topples-trees-traps-campers-at-provincial-parks-in-northern-ontario" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><a href="https://www.thesudburystar.com/news/weekend-storm-topples-trees-traps-campers-at-provincial-parks-in-northern-ontario" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.thesudburystar.com/news/weekend-storm-topples-trees-traps-campers-at-provincial-parks-in-northern-ontario</a></strong></a>
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Help Shana & David Rebuild After Tornado Loss

Just $210$ to go! Make an impact.

Help Shana & David Rebuild After Tornado Loss

Just $210 to go!
Make an impact.