Realtor.ca is organizing a fundraiser to support colleague Hind Iguernane who was seriously injured and lost her husband in the recent Lisbon funicular derailment.

Iguernane, based in Ottawa and a member of Realtor.ca’s marketing team, suffered multiple injuries in the crash that occurred on Sept. 3, only to find out later that her husband had passed away from his injuries. 

The couple was vacationing in Portugal when the tragedy occurred. Iguernane’s husband Aziz Benharref, 42, was one of 16 people who were killed in the accident. 

A GoFundMe page has been set up by her colleagues to raise funds for Iguernane’s essential and medical costs. 

“Our first and foremost priority is supporting Hind during this unimaginably difficult time. Hind is a valuable member of the Realtor.ca team, not just for the skills and professionalism she brings to her role on the marketing team, but for how her warm personality brings us all together at the office,” said Patrick Pichette, interim CEO of Realtor.ca.

 “Realtor.ca is committed to supporting Hind as she recovers. We appreciate any support people can provide.”