Pandemic concerns lead to cancellation of Williams Lake Harvest Fair
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WILLIAMS LAKE – Organizers of the Williams Lake Harvest Fair have cancelled the planned 2020 celebration. With the uncertainty created by the COVID-19 pandemic, officials say planning of the event would be difficult.
“We know people could really use the love the fair brings to this community,” said Harvest Fair President, Tammy Tugnum. “But, following the directive of provincial health authorities, we want to do our part to contribute to hopefully turning the tide on the advancement of this virus.”
Officials also said they were not comfortable with seeking sponsorships from local businesses that have already been hit hard by the virus. “The fair depends heavily on the always-generous sponsorship of our community, and while everyone hopes the restrictions will be lifted long before September, public safety and wellness have been and will always remain our priority,” said Tugnum.
The 43rd annual event was scheduled for September 12th and 13th. “As much as it hurts, it’s really the only choice we have,” said Harvest Fair Director Marg Bublitz
