shoppers have done their part to provide a clearer picture for Vancouver Island cancer patients.

The B.C. Cancer Foundation recently received a $10,459 boost from Thrifty Foods for its campaign to bring a PET/CT scanner to Vancouver Island.

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In honour of its , all 26 Thrifty Foods locations have been raising funds for a variety of causes each month throughout the year.

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ThriftyB次元官网网址檚 support has gone a long way in bringing a much-needed piece of medical equipment to Vancouver Island

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That campaign kicked off at the annual Jingle Mingle gala, getting a huge boost from a $1 million donation from Thrifty Foods.

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But thanks to donations from individuals and organizations like Thriftys, the campaign is quickly approaching its $5 million goal.

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