A humanitarian group in Langford is stepping up its support for the people in war-torn Ukraine. It’s hosting a fundraiser this Saturday night at the Bear Mountain Westin to raise money for much-needed medical supplies after an urgent plea from a doctor in the invaded country.
“This doctor appealed to us that they badly needed medical equipment, dressings, sutures and diagnostic equipment,” said Bob Beckett, the project coordinator.“Let’s raise money and secure the equipment that they are asking for,” said Beckett.
The partnership raised $400,000 to provide food and rescue equipment to the Ukrainian people. Most of that aid has now been delivered.“The war shows no signs of stopping,” said Makhnovets. “My compatriots are still being slaughtered every day. Children are being stolen from their parents and sent to remote parts of Russia.”
“Each village liberated by the armed forces of Ukraine also means thousands of those who haven’t had access to proper medicine, food and basic facilities for a long time,” said the interpreter.When the team visited Ukraine, Beckett began building a relationship between the Sooke School District and a local school district in that country.
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