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Kelowna and Vernon firefighters fundraiser for colleague

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Firefighters from the Kelowna and Vernon fire departments organized a head-shaving fundraiser on November 8 to support Stefon Marshall, a colleague diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. The event, held at Kelowna Fire Station 1, aimed to alleviate the financial burden caused by Marshall’s extensive medical treatments and surgeries. Approximately 60 department members participated in the event. A GoFundMe campaign associated with the cause raised over $43,000, surpassing initial expectations as organizers worked toward a $45,000 goal. The funds are intended to assist Marshall with medical expenses not covered by insurance and to provide financial relief for his family. Organizer Torren Freeman noted that the diagnosis has prompted a culture change regarding medical testing within the department. The situation also drew attention to occupational risks, noting that Canadian government data indicates firefighters are approximately 9 percent more likely to be diagnosed with cancer and 14 percent more likely to die from the disease.

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