There will be a community fundraiser and celebration for Garry Feschuk on Monday, Nov. 28 at the shíshálh Nation Longhouse.
Feschuk was a long-time chief and councillor of the shíshálh Nation before suffering a stroke in May that caused him to step down.
He’s been slowly healing since then, but still requires more therapy, which is why close family friend Candace Campo has organized the Monday night fundraiser.
“I’ve been able to work closely with the family during this time and I know that Garry is requiring additional treatments to help his wellness and that includes activities such as deep massage therapy and other forms of alternative medicines that are not always available through a medical plan,” Campo said.
“He’s doing everything he personally can to make himself better, but he really would benefit greatly from some more services than are currently being offered to him.”
She hopes to raise a large sum of money for Feschuk to continue with whatever treatments he needs in the future and to celebrate and honour the Feschuk family.
“Garry and his family have just been through such an incredible amount. It’s been a life-changing experience, and their whole family has handled it like troopers,” Campo said.
“I thought it would be really nice, as Garry gradually gets better, to have a community event, a celebration, a coming together.”
The event will feature a wild game and barbecue salmon feast, traditional storytelling, cultural songs and performances in the longhouse, at 5488 Monkey Tree Lane in Sechelt.
Tickets cost $30 per person or $50 per couple. Campo asks that attendees purchase or reserve their tickets soon, so caterers know how many people to prepare for. Reserve tickets by emailing Campo at [email protected] or booking online at http://tinyurl.com/hesbvyl.
Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests are invited to bring their own drums to warm up with the performers before the formal cultural welcome and singing of the feast song. Dinner starts at 5:45 p.m., followed by traditional storytelling by Campo, drumming, singing and dancing. The evening is scheduled to end at 8 p.m.
Find out more at www.shishalh.com.
