The Windsor Detroit Bridge Authority has delivered $5,000 in computers and cell phones to Linck – Child, Youth and Family Supports.
Chris Hatt, associate vice-president of business solutions for the authority, made the donation of 23 laptops and 17 cell phones
“It’s very rewarding to be able to contribute to the success of our local youth,” Hatt said in a media release.
Linck is a multi-service agency dedicated to supporting the well-being and safety of infants, children, youth and families of Chatham-Kent.
Linck delivers a wide range of best-practice services in child and youth mental health, child development, youth justice and child welfare. The agency has the demonstrated ability to ensure that infants, children/youth and their families have access to the right service at the right time.
The services supports children and youth from birth to 23 years, along with their caregivers.
Support for Outreach for Hunger
After another year of rising food insecurity and food bank use across the province, the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Locals 175 and 633, on behalf of 70,000 members, once again donated $180,000 to food banks and charitable organizations across the province this holiday season.
“Our executive board members know that our local union is well-positioned to offer this support, and I remain deeply proud of their ongoing commitment to the communities across the province where they live and work,” said Kelly Tosato, President of UFCW Local 175, in a media release.
Recently, union representative Skip Pavlick presented a cheque for $3,000 to Chatham Outreach for Hunger.
Members are making donations to a total of 60 organizations in cities across the province this year including Windsor, Sarnia, Leamington, and London as well.
“I am delighted to have this opportunity to thank UFCW Locals 175 & 633 for this wonderful donation,” said Brenda Leclair, executive director of Outreach for Hunger. “As many more of our neighbours are struggling with food insecurity, this donation will go a long way in meeting their need for nutritional food as the holidays approach. Thank you to everyone who makes this possible.”
Sip the Season
Mixologists around the municipality worked their magic as part of the Sip the Season: Holiday Edition.
The glasses have been raised, the votes are in for the event, which celebrated creativity, community, and some unforgettable holiday sips.
Created and presented by dougthefoodie, the contest invited local mixologists to shake, stir, and pour their most festive creations while the public helped decide the winners.
Taking top honours in the Cocktail Category is Sam, mixologist at Forte Resto-Lounge, whose Gingerbread Espresso Martini captured hearts (and taste buds) with its rich holiday spice and bold espresso kick.
In the Mocktail Category, Marcus and Sydney claimed the win with their crowd-pleasing creation, Nice List, proving that festive flavour doesn’t need alcohol to shine.
“This event came together as a way to spotlight local talent, encourage people to explore our food and drink scene, and celebrate the holidays in a fun, interactive way,” said Doug Robbins, creator of dougthefoodie, in a media release. “The response from the community was incredible, and the creativity we saw from participants was next-level.”
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