Councillor Scarrow announced December 9 the Christmas Bus comes through the District of Lake Country. There will be four or five stops, collecting money for local charities. they are looking towards a $60,000 to $70,000 target. Last year, with COVID-19 $25,000 worth of product was donated. It's a 10 day tour and if the DLC would support the Santa Bus when it comes, Councillor Scarrow would be appreciative.
Councillor McKenzie mentioned issues related to mental health are an ongoing concern and asked when Council will see Interior Health again to hear updates on overdose issues and COVID-19. It would be very valuable for Council to see them again at some point.
Councillor Gambell thanked the Fire Department for the wonderful fireworks display on Halloween. It was greatly appreciated. It was very special and brightened the whole evening. She thanked all those people and families of those that served in World War I and World War II and during peacekeeping for Canada. She also thanked those for their recent and continuing service through the COVID crisis; they are really putting themselves out there and we are fortunate to have people willing to do that.
Councillor Reed echoed Councillor Gambell's comments of thanks and encouraged people, if they cannot attend a remembrance day ceremony, to support your local legion and buy a poppy.
Councillor Reed also advised that the Carr's Landing Recreation Association's AGM will be held tomorrow via Google Meet at 7 p.m. Invites can be accessed by contacting Wendy Malcomvist. Wendy also helped organize a social-distanced trick or treat and Councillor Reed thanked her and everyone that participated.