Glen Oro Farm, a luxury camping eco-retreat in Oro Medonte, Ontario, has faced devastating damage from a recent ice storm, with an estimated rebuilding cost of $300,000. The storm destroyed 10 out of 14 accommodations, severely impacting the business and the environment. Owner Luke Sedgwick expresses deep sadness at the loss of trees planted by his grandfather. He, alongside the local mayor, advocates for declaring a natural disaster to access federal and provincial relief funds, as insurance likely won't cover the damages. A GoFundMe has raised $60,000, but further support is crucial for survival.
"My grandfather planted these trees. To see them come down in my own lifetime is super sad."
"If this doesn't classify as a natural disaster, I'm not sure exactly what would."
"Having the access to that is the difference between businesses like ours going bankrupt and being able to keep cash flow while we're closed."
"It's hard to see someone's dream get torn up by nature in that manner."
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