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PG firefighters ‘Boot Drive’ raises more than $26,000 for Muscular Dystrophy

Prince George filled a firefighter’s boot last weekend, giving a chunk of change for a good cause.

Residents raised more $26,600 in which, the money is going towards Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

PG Fire Prevention Lieutenant Ian Provan says this is a brand new record for the Northern capital, adding they’re likely to host the event next year due to the “very generous community.”

Firefighters were set up at multiple locations, including Rona, where they raised $1,400 and Rona matched the funds with a $1,400 donation of their own.

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