Hell or High Water Concert & Telethon Fundraiser
Additional Relief for the Affected Fire and Flood Communities in British Columbia, Canada
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada – Communities impacted by fires and floods in BC, along with nearby First Nation bands, have faced significant losses in 2021. EH Canada Travel, Kenny Hess (Founder of the Rockin’ River Music Festival), the Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly (including Nooaitch, Coldwater, Shackan, and Cook’s Ferry Indian Bands), Tourism Nicola Valley, Experience Nicola Valley, and the Rotary Club, proudly present the “Hell or High Water” live music concert and 12-hour online telethon aimed at raising funds for the affected communities in British Columbia, Canada.
Please hold on to your kindness until the website www.hellorhighwater.ca is ready to process your donations, expected to launch on or around December 25th. Stay tuned for updates.
BC Flood and Fire Relief
All of Canada is closely observing the plight of British Columbia like never before. The devastating forest fires and flooding have become widely recognized across the nation. According to “Google’s Year in Search,” B.C.’s wildfires ranked 7th in online searches, with the Lytton fire coming in at 9th, overshadowed only by Covid-19 at the number one spot. People are taking notice.
Hell or High Water Concert and Telethon
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Musicians, celebrities, dignitaries, organizations, and individuals like you are joining forces in this important fundraising effort. British Columbians face multiple ongoing challenges, including devastation from floods and fires, housing shortages, supply chain issues, transportation infrastructure problems, current Covid-19 safety measures, and more. The “Hell or High Water” telethon will be conducted online, adhering to Covid protocols, and consists of two parts.
(1) Music Concert
(January 28th, 2022)
This live music concert will feature a stellar lineup of artists and celebrities from across Canada and North America, performing at the Clarke Foundation Theatre in Mission, B.C. Seating will be limited due to Covid-19 protocols and will be by donation. The concert will be recorded and exclusively streamed online by EH Canada Travel, in partnership with Experience Nicola Valley. Stay tuned for the lineup announcement!
(2) Online 12-Hour Telethon
(February 13th, 2022)
The live music concert mentioned above will also be featured during a 12-hour online telethon. Alongside the live performances, there will be special guest appearances, performances, videos, personal messages, interviews with national, regional, and local musicians, celebrities, dignitaries, and much more. (Location: Merritt, B.C. Venue to be announced)
Billions in Damages
The wildfires that devastated Lytton, B.C., are projected to incur costs of $78 million. Additionally, significant damage occurred in Monty Lake, Paxton Valley, and Okanagan Lake, among others. Following this, widespread flooding hit southern British Columbia in November 2021, leading to an estimated $450 million in insured damages, making it the costliest extreme weather event in the province’s history. Canadians are closely watching as British Columbians bravely recover from these disasters. This event aims to raise as much funding as possible to support those affected, and the designated Rotary Clubs will manage the allocation of these funds.
Stay Informed About Announcements, Contests, and Surprises
To keep up with announcements regarding the artist lineup, contest prizes, telethon guests, and hosts, please follow EH Canada Travel and Experience Nicola Valley on their social media platforms (links below). It’s essential that we all share this story, so please help spread the word by sharing announcements and posts.
BC Fire and Flood Event Partners
Our group embodies values such as determination, responsibility, community, and Canadian pride. These values guide us in our everyday work, from organizing to realising community programs and events.
EH Canada Marketing Group
National Website / Blog / Talk Show
Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube
- 2022 “Best Adventure Vacation Planner” Canadian Business Awards by Corporate Vision
- 2021 “Best Canadian Inbound Travel & Tourism Marketing Business” Lux Life Hospitality Awards
- 2021 Top 100 Power Influencers – #Cloud Global
Tourism Nicola Valley
Experience Nicola Valley
Website / Blogsite / Talk Show
Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube
- 2021 “Best Community Marketing Program in Canada” Canada Prestige Awards
- 2021 “Best Economic Development Program in BC for Communities Under 20,000” BC Economic Development Association Awards
Kenny Hess
Founder, Merritt Rockin’ River Festival
Facebook
- A prominent music festival in B.C. that occurs annually on the BC Day long weekend in Merritt, B.C.
Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly
Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / YouTube
This assembly collaborates with the local Nooaitch, Coldwater, Shackan, and Cook’s Ferry Indian Bands, established to manage agreements for community development.
- Economic and Community Development Agreement (ECDA) with the Province
- Participation Agreement (PA) with Teck Highland Valley Copper
Charity
Facebook
- The Rotary Club of British Columbia in Merritt will collect donations, with proceeds distributed to local Rotary clubs in Merritt/Lytton, Princeton, and Abbotsford.
- There are over 700 clubs across Canada registered with Rotary International.
Coming Soon
- A Hell or High Water Website will soon be launched at www.hellorhighwater.ca.
- Regular contests will begin in mid to late December 2021. Entry will be by donation, with additional entries available.
- Please follow the websites and social media pages of participating organizations for updates on artists, celebrities, event details, tickets, and contest announcements.
It is essential for all of us to share this story. Please donate, share, challenge friends, and make calls. Let’s show that Canada cares!
Hell or High Water Contacts
Sponsorship opportunities for the telethon and concert are available. Request a sponsorship package.
Greg Girard
relief@hellorhighwater.ca
EH Canada Travel Marketing Group
778.585.1878
Melvina White
tnv@hellorhighwater.ca
Tourism Nicola Valley
604.302.4440
