August 27, 2011 (Regina) – More than 40 superheroes made their decent down the side of Hill Tower II in downtown Regina as a fundraiser for Camp Easter Seal and children living with disabilities in Regina. Some participants raised their required $1,500 for family members with disabilities, some to support a good cause and some just for the thrill of rappelling down the side of the 21 storey landmark office town.

“People living with disabilities in Saskatchewan get out of their comfort zone every day to live active and barrier free lives.” said Regional Director of the Saskatchewan Abilities council, Karen Moore. “That’s what we did here today,” she continued. “It’s a big challenge but it’s nothing compared to what a person with a disability faces every day.”

Camp Easter Seal is the only barrier-free, fully accessible summer camp in the province providing a true camp experience through adaptive technology. This year’s total funds raised reached $60,000 and 40 children will attend Camp Easter Seal this year because of it.

Getting out over the ledge of Hill Tower II takes determination. Ordinary people conquered their fears for a good cause. Century 21 Canada’s president, Don Lawby, made the trip from Vancouver to Regina to conquer his fear of heights and to support Camp Easter Seal. Three participants in wheel chairs also made the descent.

Keeping all superheroes safe during their rappel were our superhero sponsors and Drop Zone supporters: Remote Access Technology (RAT) from Halifax and Regina’s own Haztech Fire and Safety Services. Each individual and organization involved committed their time, effort and knowledge to our success. Watch for Drop Zone’s return to Regina next summer for more super-sized superhero action.

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For more information, contact:

Lisa Peters, Drop Zone Coordinator 2011 (Regina)
306-539-5339
www.thedropzone.ca

Easter Seals Drop Zone presented by Libro Financial Group at One London Place

London, ON, August 25, 2011— On Thursday, September 29th 2011, more than 100 individuals from the London community will rappel down the side of One London Place, located at 255 Queens Ave in support of children and young adults with physical disabilities. Participants of Easter Seals Drop Zone London, presented by Libro Financial Group are regular everyday people that will be stepping off of a 26 story building.

All Superheroes are required to raise a minimum of $1,500 in donations, train, and challenge themselves and change lives alongside highly trained experts who will guide participants to conquer their fears in support of Easter Seals kids. Spectators and supporters are invited to join the excitement on Queens Ave to watch the brave Superheroes take the plunge.

Nationally since 2005, the Easter Seals Drop event has had more than 2300 individuals participate in this unique event raising over $3.76 million (over $1.3 million in 2010 alone) for kids with physical disabilities through 56 Drop Zone events from coast to coast. This year London is excited to be one of thirteen host cities for Drop Zone events across Canada and will be one of the highest rappel locations!

Proceeds from the Easter Seals Drop Zone London event will help Easter Seals Ontario assist families of kids with physical disabilities with the purchase of costly mobility equipment and communication devices. By providing financial assistance, Easter Seals performs an essential service to families who might not otherwise have the resources to obtain this equipment. Easter Seals also owns and operates two fully accessible camp properties and is recognized as an industry leader in providing specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities at Easter Seals camps.

Sponsors of the Easter Seals Drop Zone London include: local host and presenting sponsor Libro Financial Group, Sifton Properties, Astral Media, RogersTV and Century 21 as well as national founding sponsor; CREIT Management L.P., national hero sponsor Amway and national supplier Remote Access Technology International and Delta Hotel & Suites.

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For media inquires, contact:

Stacey Law
Development Officer, Ontario West
519.432.9669 ext 226 Office
519.668.9630 Cell
slaw @ easterseals.org