Canada

MUSCLES FOR CHARITY SALUTES CLAIR ARCHER
- A FOUNDER MEMBER OF THE CANADIAN CHAPTER.

Clair Archer was a founder member of the Canadian team in 2006 and exemplified the voluntary nature of both the organisation and his personal commitment to helping other people. International and local Muscles members salute the commitment and dedication of this true Canadian ambassador.

To date, and with Clair's help, Muscles for Charity has completed over 200 projects, generating finance and awareness for over 80 registered charities in seven countries.

Members of Muscles for Charity teams in the UK, Belgium, the USA and Canada are deeply saddened by the loss of a respected and valued friend and send our condolences.

John Bishop, England - on behalf of all MfC members

The official launch of Muscles for Charity - Canada took place in Vancouver, British Columbia on Saturday 30th September 2006. A total of sixteen volunteers from as far away as Belgium, the UK, the USA joined their 'Canuck' friends to complete a total make over of a large outside area to the front side and rear of a detached house in the Vancouver suburb of Delta.

In addition to clearing the rear lawn area, completely covering it with fresh top soil and clearing flower beds and shrubs, the team managed to safely lower a Tree House and reassemble it in a different corner of the 'yard'.

The overall effect and the fun and friendship demonstrated by the team was enthusiastically welcomed by the recipient, Margaret.

"It is an amazing transformation and I cannot thank the team enough for their wonderful achievement."

The benefiting charity provides medical and holistic care for local cancer patients. The unique occasion included Canadians, Sharron, Sandy, Gerrie, Clare, Duncan, Jackie, Sheryl, Margaret. Americans, Sheri, Fred, Amy and Steve Brits - Glenna and John Belgium - Johan.