Fundraising rappel from top of downtown tower with persuasive granddaughter leaves 72-year-old exhilarated

On a Tuesday morning, 23-year-old Morgan Parker and her 72-year-old grandmother, Christine Jameus, rappelled 83 meters down the side of a downtown building to raise money for a meaningful cause. This was one of 50 Manitobans who participated in Easter Seals' Drop Zone fundraiser, which supports Manitoba Possible, a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers for people with disabilities.

The experience was a first for both Parker and Jameus, who were standing at the top of the 21-storey Portage Avenue tower in Manitoba when they leaned back into their harnesses and began their descent. Parker, an early childhood educator, was working with children who were involved with Manitoba Possible, making the cause particularly significant to her.

Jameus was initially hesitant but eventually convinced by her granddaughter. Both wore bright pink and were the first to rappel, embarking on a roughly 10-minute journey to the sidewalk. Parker expressed that it was a 10-minute experience, but it held a big memory, especially doing it with her grandmother. Jameus, after reaching the ground, expressed her enthusiasm, saying, "That was fun!"

The money raised through Drop Zone goes directly to Manitoba Possible and helps provide essential programs and services for Manitobans with disabilities, ensuring they have the opportunities they need to participate fully in their communities.