The COVID-19 pandemic has been tough on everyone, especially hospital employees, but a Kelowna family-run restaurant is trying to do its part to give back.

On Saturday, Jan. 22, Frankie We Salute You! Restaurant and Bar is offering a free burger and beer to all Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) staff when they present their hospital identification. The vegan restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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Hospital employees have had to deal with staffing shortages, burnout, the cancellation of surgeries and procedures and more over the course of the pandemic.

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Frankie We Salute You! opened in Kelowna in May 2019, and is located at #6 1717 Harvey Ave in the Landmark District Market.

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