Swaying 83 meters above Burrard and Cordova streets, the advice from my rappel leader was hardly comforting.
“Just lean back.”
Scaling down the AXA building as part of the sixth annual Easter Seal’s Drop Zone fundraiser Tuesday did not conjure the usual fuzzy feelings one experiences when participating in a charity event.
Stephen Miller, CEO of Easter Seals B.C./Yukon, said Drop Zone is special because it puts into perspective how children with disabilities face their fears daily.
“The challenge of rappelling down a 20-storey building is nothing compared to the challenges for disabled children everyday,” he said.
The 80 participants were required to raise at least $ 1,500 toward Easter Seals Houses and summer camps. Many dressed as their favorite superhero for extra inspiration — but even Batman experiences butterflies.
“The kids are the real superheroes,” Miller said. “I think it is wonderful that the kids give strength to inspire everyone.”
The event takes place in 13 cities across Canada. Drop Zone in B.C. raises $ 210,000 providing 35,000 sleeps at camp for children each year.
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