Tree of Hope

The Tree of Hope lighting ceremony was held Friday evening at the Sundre Hospital and Care Centre. The annual event raises funds for the Sundre Palliative Care Association's efforts to provide individuals and families with a support network during life's final journey, said Jo-Anne McDonald, an organizer. Blue bulbs are lit in memory of loved ones who have passed on, while red bulbs send a message of hope to those who need support.

Simon Ducatel
Dec 3, 2017 12:00 AM

The Tree of Hope lighting ceremony was held Friday evening at the Sundre Hospital and Care Centre. The annual event raises funds for the Sundre Palliative Care Association’s efforts to provide individuals and families with a support network during life’s final journey, said Jo-Anne McDonald, an organizer. Blue bulbs are lit in memory of loved ones who have passed on, while red bulbs send a message of hope to those who need support.

About the Author: Simon Ducatel

Simon Ducatel joined Mountain View Publishing in 2015 after working for the Vulcan Advocate since 2007, and graduated among the top of his class from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology's journalism program in 2006.

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