After an earthquake on the border of Turkey and Syria killed thousands earlier this month, locals in Victoria teamed up to raise money for relief.

The Victoria Filipino Canadian Association and Bayanihan Cultural and Housing Society hosted a fundraiser Feb. 18, teaming up with Turkish-Canadian community members to cook for a cause.

The 7.8 magnitude earthquake, which struck the border to Turkey and Syria Feb. 6 has claimed the lives of over 46,000 people.

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Agie Mhyre, president of the Victoria Filipino Canadian Association said the devastation is heartbreaking and she had to do something to help.

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Volunteers arrived at the Bayanihan Community Centre as early as 6 a.m. to begin the preparation for the 200-plus orders the fundraiser received.

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