Scotiabank supports Hospice Society

Team Scotiabank presents a cheque for $500 to Sharon Mallard, Central Cariboo Hospice Society volunteer service co-ordinator.

Jul. 26, 2012 8:00 p.m.
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Team Scotiabank presents a cheque for $500 to Sharon Mallard, Central Cariboo Hospice Society volunteer service co-ordinator. Staff at Scotiabank raised the funds during Friday Jeans Days.

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