RIPPLE

**RIPPLE COMMENT** According to CBC News (established source), a report on traditional Scottish country dancing in St. John's highlights the long-standing community engagement with this activity. The news event: A group of enthusiasts has maintained their interest in traditional Scottish country dancing for decades, involving themselves and others in the community. This is an example of sustained community involvement and potentially successful fundraising efforts. Causal Chain: - Direct cause: Community members' passion for traditional Scottish country dancing - Intermediate step: Decades-long commitment to this activity likely requires consistent funding or resource allocation within the community. - Timing: Immediate effects are seen in the continued presence and popularity of the group, while long-term implications include potential benefits to local education through cultural exchange and community engagement. Domains Affected: - Education (through cultural exchange and community involvement) - Community Fundraising (as a possible mechanism for sustaining this activity) Evidence Type: Event report Uncertainty: If sustained funding or resource allocation is indeed necessary to maintain such activities, this could lead to potential discussions about allocating funds within the education system. Depending on the specific needs and requirements of similar groups in other communities, this might result in policy changes aimed at supporting community-based initiatives. ---