Christmas comes early to Kincardine, thanks to OPG donations
By: Liz Dadson
December 11, 2019
Several groups and organizations in the Kincardine area received early Christmas presents, as Ontario Power Generation (OPG) presented $12,000 in donations, Friday morning, at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine.
Lynda Cain, senior communications advisor with OPG's nuclear waste management division, was on hand to make the presentations.
“This is the third year for our 'Christmas comes early' donations,” said Cain. “All through the year, OPG strives to ensure we are a good corporate citizen and neighbour. We must operate our electricity, and in Bruce County, our waste management facilities, safely, environmentally-sound, efficiently, and reliably.
“It is important to be an engaged member of the community and to give back to the community … to make a difference in everyone’s quality of life.”
Through the company's Corporate Citizenship Program, it supports charitable and non-profit initiatives throughout Kincardine.
“Our program focuses on small grassroots contributions – primarily in the areas of environment, education, community events, sports and cultural initiatives,” said Cain.
This year, OPG's program provided support to more than 80 charitable and non-profit initiatives within Bruce County, representing $28,000, she said. Of these, 21 were in Kincardine.
The following groups received donations from OPG:
- Pine River Watershed Initiative Network (PRWIN) - Beginning in 2006, this group has actively worked on improving the water quality in the Pine River Watershed through tree planting, animal crossings, fencing and more. OPG has been supporting this imitative since 2007.
- Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band in support of the annual Robbie Burns Fund-raising Dinner - For the first time in many years, this event will fall on Robbie Burns' birthday. The donation goes to sponsor a table at the event, and individuals with Community Living of Kincardine and District are invited to attend.
- Penetangore Watershed Group – This group is actively involved in improving water quality along the Penetangore River through various environmental measures. OPG assists with the purchase of 3,000 seedlings to be planted by volunteers for windbreaks and erosion control.
- Women’s House Serving Bruce Grey – The shelter offers a safe haven to women and children who are experiencing physical, sexual or emotional abuse. OPG provides support so the Women’s House can continue to offer vital programs and services to those in need.
- Kincardine Curling Club – OPG's support will go toward the youth curling programs, for ages six to 17.
- Kincardine Food Bank - Two dedicated volunteers co-ordinate this program, along with the many volunteers needed to help with the number of clients visiting the food bank each week. They depend on this community for donations.
- Kincardine Minor Hockey Association – This association attracts more than 570 girls and boys from the Municipality of Kincardine. The OPG support will help with the cost of ice time and keep costs at a level that is manageable for young families to enjoy the sport of all ages.
“I want to thank each and every one of you for the time and commitment you give to the groups and events you support,” said Cain. “Without your help and the help from others in your organization, many of these events and activities would not happen or be as successful as they are year-after-year.”
Lynda Cain (centre) of Ontario Power Generation (OPG), presents donations to several groups in the Kincardine area; from left, are Terry Reid of the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band, Chrystel Murphy of the Penetangore Watershed Group, Michelle Lamont of Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey, David Grant of the Pine River Watershed Initiative Network (PRWIN), Jean Sylvester of the Kincardine Curling Club, and Nancy Dawson of the Kincardine Food Bank
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