It was only a suggestion by members of the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP detachment, not a command.
But many motorists happily complied.
The local constabulary was joined by their emergency brethren from Vernon Fire Rescue Services in holding signs off 32nd and 33rd streets, directing motorists into the Prestige Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre parking lot Wednesday, March 23, for the 21st annual United Way British Columbia North Okanagan Drive-Thru Breakfast.
Businesses, organizations and volunteers were on hand in chilly -3C temperatures to help with the popular event.
“We are so thankful for all the volunteers out here this morning,” said United Way CEO Mike McKnight, decked out in a UW hoody with a winter jacket over top. “We appreciate all the participants driving through and making a donation, supporting programs in our communities.”
The nearly three-hour drive-thru breakfast was presented by Total Restoration Services, and raised more than $24,000 for United Way programs in the North Okanagan with a focus on food security.
Drive-Thru guests who made donations received a hot coffee, delicious treats, and giveaways on their way to picking up their breakfast bags.
The bags included things like water, yogurt, coupons, potato chips, baked goods, granola bars, juice boxes, cheese strings and pet treats.
Vernon councillor Akbal Mund rang a bell to indicate a motorist had received a bag with one of many hidden prizes, ranging from gift cards to WestJet trips to hotel stays.
This story was updated Thursday, March 23, with the financial total raised
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