Many thanks to first responders

TEC Canada is deeply grateful to the citizens of Vancouver who acted as first responders, risking their lives to assist all those who were passengers – TEC members and pilots – in the Vancouver plane crash of Thursday, October 27th. As first responders, their help and quick efforts were critical at saving so many lives. We extend our sincerest condolences to the family and loved ones of pilot, Luc Fortin, and co-pilot, Matt Robic.

TEC Canada is a leadership development organization that works with entrepreneurs to help them develop their leadership abilities and businesses. The plane was enroute to Vernon where members were gathering for a business retreat, an annual activity and part of our leadership training model.

The TEC community has been very supportive with many, many offers of help. This is the first time we have experienced a situation like this in our 25-plus year history, and are offering our full support to all members involved. For those who wish to support Vancouver General Hospital, particularly the burn, spinal and trauma units, please contact the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation. (Select “Donate Now” at the top of the page, select any one of the three donation categories on the following page, and scroll to “Which Priorities – Other” on the details page if you wish to designate a specific fund. Alternatively, you can call the foundation on 604-875-4676.)

For those who wish to support the pilot’s family, Luc Fortin, please contact TD Canada Trust (604) 654-3665, indicating contributions for Ryan Van Haren & Janet Archibald In Trust for Katelyn and Dagne Fortin.

We will be providing information on how to support the co-pilot’s family, Matt Robic, as soon as it becomes available.

To protect the privacy of members and families, we cannot comment on those who were injured but hold them and the co-pilot in our thoughts and hope for full and speedy recoveries.