Kelownasa国际传媒檚 Bright Jenny Coffee has launched a pay it forward program to support those affected by forest fires.

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The local coffee shop announced this program through an Instagram post on August 16, and the reception has been sa国际传媒渆xcellentsa国际传媒� so far.

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Evacuees are also welcome to utilize any of Bright Jennysa国际传媒檚 all-purpose spaces. Usually offered as rental spaces, these three areas, dubbed the Bright Lab consists of a full kitchen, living room area and a plethora of workspace complete with a WiFi connection are open to evacuees looking for a place to be.

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Bright Jenny is accepting donations online at and in person at 984 Laurel Avenue.

The money will go towards the cost of free coffee for evacuees and firefighters; any excess funds will be donated to the B.C. Wildfire Service.

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