Fire destroys family’s dream home and business, community rallies to help them rebuild

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 6:05 AM

A fundraiser for the Finlayson family

A fundraising effort is well underway to support a local family after a devastating fire destroyed their home and contracting business.

The blaze left Aislinn and Brandon Finlayson, and their twin boys without a residence and essential work tools. Jessica McMillan, a close friend of the couple launched the GoFundMe page.

McMillan talked about what drove her to launch the fundraising effort.

Funds raised will assist with rebuilding, replacing equipment and helping the family regain stability.

A link to the GoFundMe here.

Story by Harper Cotie

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