Press Release
Stanley Barkman, from Sachigo Lake First Nation, challenged himself to help Fort McMurray and the people affected by the devastating wildfire by walking from Sioux Lookout, Ont. to Fort McMurray, Alta.
He hopes to help by raising awareness and funds by walking more than 2,000 km, which will take him more than six weeks to complete.
This is not the first time Barkman has walked a long journey to raise awareness and funds, but he admits this one will be the biggest challenge.
He’s asking to help spread his message, and for your support and prayers during his journey.
You also can help out by joining their Facebook group called “Walking for Fort McMurray” or hash tagging #WalkingforFortMcMurray.
Barkman said he is determined to do this walk “to help rebuild Fort McMurray and surrounding communities.”
If he can help even one or two families, or even rebuild a hospital, then this journey will be worth it.
“No one deserves to lose their home, neighbourhood, or even their town from this devastating wild fire,” said Barkman.
Three other people will accompany him during this journey.
You can support by making a donation to gofund.me/Walk4FortMcMurray to help cover the expenses they will incur.
Any other money raised beyond their expenses will be donated to the Fort McMurray cause.
Other payment options include:
•donations directly with them during the walk; or
•donations with your WE Financial pre-paid card to user name Leroy Robert Barkman (account number 4537 4450 0101 7749 expiry 04/21).
Donations can be made at any Northern Store.
For more information, contact Barkman’s father, Robert, at 1-807-707-5137.
