Campbell River And Courtenay-Comox RCMP Detachments Assist Service Dog Charity

Officers and staff at the Campbell River and Courtenay-Comox RCMP detachments have been working on a little friendly fundraising competition over the summer months.

Officers and staff at the Campbell River and Courtenay-Comox RCMP detachments have been working on a little friendly fundraising competition over the summer months.

Officers chose to help out Ned's Wish, an organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the quality of life for retired Police and Military Service Dogs across Canada.

The charity was near and dear to many police and members of the community after the tragic in service death of Police Service Dog Gator in July 2021.

Constable Maury Tyre with the Campbell River detachment says they couldn't be more astounded and humbled by the support of the community.

Police helped organize fundraisers with local businesses and residents.

In a release, they point to local youth Emery, Hadley and Rory, who sold freezies and Pokemon buttons roadside in Campbell River and in a few short hours raised $75.

Others sold crafts, held BBQs, put together gift baskets, and raffled off jars of dog bones over the last few months.

In the end, a combined total of $7665 was raised and forwarded to Ned’s Wish.

For more information on Ned’s Wish please check out their website at: nedswish.com