First Nations performers raise money for Haiti
Lottery winners chip in $25,000
Last Updated: Saturday, January 30, 2010 | 12:37 PM CT
CBC News
A benefit concert in Winnipeg's Centennial Concert Hall has raised $60,000 for relief efforts in Haiti.
The event, Aboriginal Nations for Haitians, featured First Nations performers. Included in the Friday show was Billy Joe Green, as well as Eagle & Hawk.
The event caught the attention of lottery winners Kirby and Maria Fontaine, who have been noted for their generosity in sharing their recent $50-million prize.
The couple, who are from the Sagkeeng First Nation northeast of Winnipeg, donated $25,000 to the fundraiser.
All proceeds will go to UNICEF's work in Haiti.
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