The Revelstoke Recovery Task Force (RTF) has with support from the city, handed out 20,000 free REVY. branded masks to businesses, residents, and visitors.
The “Mask Up REVY.” campaign collected over 9,000 dollars and 350 pounds of food donations at the Visitor Information Centre during the mask distribution.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Community Connections has experienced a great increase of households in need, with 125 new clients signing up for food programs since March 2020.
The food bank saw 94 new registrants during the campaign, and many more accessed the service without signing up.
In contrast, last year the food bank had 52 new registrants over the same time frame.
RTF reminds Revelstoke residents and visitors that “Staying Safe = Staying Open.” Wear your mask in public spaces, socially distance, and keep your bubble small.
RTF also encourages all local residents to take the community wellbeing survey.
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