Dozens cheer in support for healthcare workers on Thanksgiving night

Oct 12, 2021 | 5:09 PM

PRINCE GEORGE—While many of us enjoyed a warm thanksgiving meal, there are those who couldn’t. Since the beginning of the pandemic, healthcare workers have tirelessly fought for us and gave the chance to enjoy the holidays.

Yesterday, dozens came out in support of those workers. A car parade took place where dozens decorated their cars and cheered for them.

It was one of many parades that has happened in the past year. Organizer Melanie Hansen said another parade was necessary as a pick up for those who are feeling fatigued from the pandemic.

“I mean thanksgiving, isn’t that what it’s about? It’s time to give thanks for what we’re thankful for and I think as a community, these people have been working since the start of the pandemic, long hours, through difficult times and made great sacrifices to their own families,” said Hansen.

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Following the parade, people banged their drums and sang. They also waved and held up sparklers, lighters, and candles to ‘light up the night’.

“To the men and women that are working so hard to keep people and our community safe, we want them to know that we’re grateful and thankful and I think we’ve done that tonight,” said MLA Shirley Bond.

by Oli Herrera

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Dozens cheer in support for healthcare workers on Thanksgiving night

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