https://freerepublic.com/tag/britishcoumbia/ en-us Tue, 3 May 2022 00:43:01 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4059838/posts John Hillman, a Second World War veteran living in Oak Bay, B.C., has kicked off his fundraiser for Ukrainian children and families affected by war. The 103-year-old began his campaign Monday, and plans to walk 103 laps around the courtyard of his independent living centre. Hillman's scheduled to walk 10 laps around the courtyard every day, and local children are slated to join him on his walks next week. The centenarian is raising money for the Save The Children charity, with funds going towards Ukrainian children. "It touched my heart to see those kids being herded away from their homes... CTV News Vancouver Island https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4059838/posts#comment Tue, 3 May 2022 00:43:01 GMT