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Rebuilding Hope: Help Jasper Couple & Pup Recover from Fires

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Hi friends and loved ones,

We are writing on behalf of our dear friends Sara, Mario, and their sweet pup, Miel, who were among the thousands forced to evacuate their home on July 22nd due to the rapidly moving wildfires sweeping across Jasper National Park. On July 25th, they received the devastating news that their apartment complex was one of many destroyed by the fires. This loss is both shocking and heartbreaking.

We are raising money to help Sara and Mario cover immediate emergency expenses such as housing, transportation, and personal necessities, as well as the long-term costs needed to rebuild their home.

For those who may not know Sara and Mario, they are two of the most generous, compassionate, and adventurous people we have ever met. Avid outdoors enthusiasts, they have spent countless days running, hiking, paddleboarding, and camping in Jasper National Park. During their time in Jasper, they warmly opened their home and shared their love for the outdoors with friends and family from across Canada and Colombia, showcasing the beauty of Jasper to all.

Deeply engaged in their community—whether through sports teams, volunteering, or hosting dinner parties for neighbors—Sara and Mario's loss goes beyond the material goods. It’s a loss of the vibrant community they have worked so hard to build over the past year.

Please consider donating to support this wonderful couple and their beloved dog, Miel. Sharing this fundraiser with your friends and family would also be greatly appreciated. Any and all support will be received with the deepest gratitude and love.

With love,

Kaitlin, Pola, and Emily

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Hola amigos y seres queridos,

Les escribimos en nombre de nuestros queridos amigos Sara, Mario y su dulce perrita, Miel, quienes fueron evacuados de su hogar el 22 de julio debido a los incendios forestales que se propagaban rápidamente en el Parque Nacional Jasper. El 25 de julio, recibieron la devastadora noticia de que su complejo de apartamentos fue uno de los muchos destruidos por los incendios. Esta pérdida es impactante y desgarradora.

Estamos recaudando fondos para ayudar a Sara y Mario a cubrir gastos de emergencia inmediatos como vivienda, transporte y necesidades personales, así como los costos a largo plazo necesarios para reconstruir su hogar.

Para quienes quizás no conozcan a Sara y Mario, son dos de las personas más generosas, compasivas y aventureras que hemos conocido. Amantes de la naturaleza, han pasado innumerables días acampando, subiendo montañas, corriendo o en medio de los lagos de Jasper. Durante su tiempo en este parque, abrieron calurosamente su hogar y compartieron su amor por el aire libre con amigos y familiares de todo Canadá y Colombia, mostrando la belleza de Jasper a todos.

Profundamente comprometidos con su comunidad—ya sea a través de equipos deportivos, voluntariado o organizando cenas para sus vecinos—la pérdida de Sara y Mario va más allá de las pertenencias materiales. Es una pérdida de la vibrante comunidad que han trabajado tanto en construir durante el último año.

Por favor, consideren hacer una donación para apoyar a esta maravillosa pareja y su querido perro, Miel. También agradeceríamos mucho que compartieran esta recaudación con sus amigos y familiares. Cualquier apoyo será recibido con la más profunda gratitud y amor.

Con cariño,

Kaitlin, Pola y Emily
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    Kaitlin Labatte
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    Saint Catharines, ON
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