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Vernon realtors raised more than $28,000 for Easter Seals Camp Winfield in 2018, making the local Century 21 office one of the top fundraisers in the province.

Realtors from Century 21 Executives Realty raised a total of $28,629.50 during several events throughout the year. Combined with efforts at 14 offices across B.C., more than $100,000 was raised for the camp, which since 1968 has provided camping experiences for children, teens and young adults with physical and intellectual disabilities.

More than 2,300 guests have enjoyed camping experiences in just the past 10 years.

"Easter Seals ... is a perfect fit for our company. Our donations stay local and help children that rarely get a chance to be like other children. I am so proud of the realtors in all four of our offices," says Bill Hubbard, owner of Executives Realty. "They all donate money from each deal, plus give their time and energy for various fundraising throughout the year. We have the honour of helping children with disabilities experience one week where they can feel like other kids and not be judged."

The camp provides safe, fun activities in an environment where the focus is on abilities, not disabilities, says Charlene Krepiakevich, president and CEO of Easter Seals BC/Yukon.

"Giving campers an opportunity to try activities like canoeing, wheelchair basketball, water polo or just having a simple water balloon war, we see their confidence, independence and interaction with their peers improve so much by the end of the week. Campers then bring these skills and confidence back home allowing them to have meaningful relationships and be active members of their communities."