Nanaimo Odd Fellows recognizes the work of the Guide Dog Foundation.
The Black Diamond Lodge No. 5, Odd Fellows, presents a $500 cheque to Bill Thornton, CEO of B.C. and Alberta Guide Dog Foundation.
From left: Ole Maltesen, lodge donations chairman, Bill Thornton, Karen Cross with her guide dog Bruce, and Sheldon Smith, lodge secretary.
Bruce is Cross’s third guide dog from the foundation. Her first dog, Colo, was retired after eight years, and her second dog, Cecil, after 10 years.