Wednesday, October 2, 2024 The results are in! The second annual Haul for Hope plane pull at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport successfully raised over $100,000 to support Hope Air’s mission of providing families across Canada with the travel and accommodations they need to access medical care far from home. This year’s Haul for Hope saw a remarkable response, with 11 returning teams from last year’s inaugural event and six new teams joining in, totaling 17 teams dedicated to helping Hope Air fulfill its mission of assisting Canadian patients in need of crucial medical services. Among the new participants was David Steele, a strongman competitor from the UK, who participated in his first plane pull while engaging his colleagues in a team-building activity.
A frequent traveler to Toronto for business, Steele is an advocate for Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, appreciating its prime location in the heart of the city. Recognizing how this convenience aids Hope Air patients, he was excited to contribute his strength and leadership to the event, viewing Haul for Hope as an ideal opportunity for team bonding while supporting a cause close to his heart. The Haul for Hope plane pull is a one-of-a-kind event where teams of up to 10 individuals collaborate to pull a 67,000-pound Porter Airlines aircraft for a distance of 100 meters.
This symbolic challenge mirrors the obstacles Hope Air patients face as they navigate geographical distances to access essential medical care. The .
