Port Alberni 'Fitness FUNdraiser' collects nearly $1,000 for frontline workers mental health
Alberni Valley TimesAug 19, 2020
With Covid-19 crippling society in many ways, two
"In times like this with such uncertainty and where things can feel so inherently defeating, it is so important that we do our part to lift each other up, come together as a community, support where and how we can and not get lost in the chaos by forgetting to prioritize our own health (physically, mentally and emotionally)," she said.
"None of us know others' full situations or circumstances, but if we can try and bring some form of light to each other—how beautiful that would be."
Thirty people took part in the outdoor event, from mothers who brought their young children to retirees. "We all managed to have an absolute blast together at this event," Pighin said. She and Duncan marked people's physical space with soccer cones to keep the event appropriate for COVID-19 health restrictions.
"It was absolutely amazing that so many businesses came together to offer their support in our FUNdraiser," Duncan and Pighin said. DripFit from
"A huge thank you to the