Barrie 2016
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I went on my first HANDS Team mission several years ago, in the Dominican Republic. It had a profound impact on me. When you put yourself out there and volunteer, you often get back more than you give. I cemented friendships with people I knew casually but really never got to know before. I also got the feeling that every single Canadian should experience what we experienced in these areas in Santo Domingo to appreciate what a wonderful country we live in. Even though there are lots of issues in Canada as well as around the world, I think it's important that everybody pick something, regardless of whether it's at home or abroad, and run with it. Let's take action when the opportunity presents itself - why wait? Taking action is important. I'd rather that the worst people could say about me is that I did the wrong thing, not that I did nothing. During one of the many discussions had on my last HANDS trip, I realized that while my physical efforts were appreciated, the financial support I was able to bring, thanks to the fundraising efforts of friends and family, helped a great deal more. Now that you understand why I'm going, I hope you'll give whatever you're able to. Your support will go a long way. I will appreciate it a great deal, but the community I will be visiting will appreciate it a great deal more.
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