A Kelowna branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will honor fallen first responders from September 11, 2001, with a community breakfast that doubles as a wildfire relief fundraiser.
The event lands at a moment when wildfire recovery efforts across British Columbia continue to demand resources and attention. Kelowna Legion Branch 26 has positioned the gathering as both a memorial and a practical way to channel community support toward those affected by recent fires.
On September 11, from 7 to 10 a.m., the branch at 908 Wilson Ave. will serve pancakes, sausage, bacon, and potatoes to the public.
Uniformed first responders eat free. Everyone else contributes by donation, with all proceeds directed to wildfire relief.
The Legion aimed the invitation at the entire community, framing the meal as an opportunity to remember the emergency personnel who lost their lives in the 2001 attacks while also addressing a pressing local need.
As a result, the breakfast serves a dual purpose: reflection and fundraising under one roof.
Organizers expect the morning to draw a broad cross-section of residents, from veterans and active-duty responders to families seeking a tangible way to give back.
The Legion branch has not announced a fundraising target, but the structure of the event allows any amount to make an impact.
With wildfire seasons growing more intense in British Columbia, community-led relief efforts like this one have become an increasingly common way for local organizations to respond quickly.
