So, you found that perfect tree for the 2021 winter season — and you've decked it out with lights, tinsel and ornaments for the family to enjoy.
The question lurking in the back of your head... how am I going to properly dispose of this thing after Christmas and New Year's?
Port Moody Fire Rescue has a solution.
The local department is offering a service that'll put your tree through the wood chipper as part of an ongoing holiday initiative that supports children and adults suffering trauma in hospitals from fire events.
The BC Burn Fund provides "life-saving, life-supporting, and life-enriching services" to nearly 700 people each year, the non-profit explains.
Port Moody firefighters are among 4,000 across B.C. involved in regular fundraising with the organization, as well as increasing "public awareness of fire and burn safety issues through the Burn Fund’s research, support and prevention programs."
Its tree-chipping event will be by donation at a $5 minimum, and will be a drive-thru format at the Inlet Centre Fire Hall (150 Newport Dr.) out of respect for everyone's health and safety.
Interested participants are being asked to stay inside their vehicle at all times.
All decorations must be removed.
The tree-chipping madness is scheduled to take place on Jan. 1 and 2, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
For those who can't make it to the event, you can arrange for firefighters to pick up your tree by emailing bcburn2399@gmail.com.
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