Judge’s Decision Tomorrow and Pledge Update!

Dear Supporters, The stay hearing concluded late this afternoon, after a full day of argument from all parties. The judge announced that he will render his decision tomorrow, Wednesday March 11. Those wishing to attend should aim to arrive at the Rossland Courthouse no later than 1:15 PM. We encourage another show of support through your presence, if you can be available. As to the amount of pledges we received to cover potential damages, more than 150 community members have come forward, pledging just over $170,000 towards potential payment of damages, as well as giving additional donations. We cannot express our gratitude and the love we felt as pledge after pledge and each donation rolled in. The huge amount pledged by the community was critical to our case today. This is yet another extraordinary demonstration of the community’s commitment to protecting Record Ridge. In another notable expression of community support, there were more than 170 members of the public in attendance for the start of the hearing! This filled the main court room, the full balcony, and then an overflow room. Our counsel and others present indicated that this may be one of the largest public turnouts for a court hearing in BC history. Rossland has certainly shown our true colours, demonstrating our passion and concern for this cause. Once we hear the decision tomorrow we will provide further information to those that have pledged their support as to the next steps. At this time we are no longer asking for additional pledges. With that said, donations remain extremely helpful, as this stay proceeding has cost us a great deal. Donations are welcomed through our GoFundMe or by e-transfer to [email protected]. Challenging the province on this matter is no small task and it is your continued support that makes this effort possible. Here’s to a positive outcome tomorrow! SRRAC