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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 2014-01-15, Page 3Women's House recognizes young Lucknow donor Troy Patterson Kincardine News Lucknow's Korey Sutton has raised $700 and helped collect boxes of food for Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey (WHSBG), and he turned 13 last month. Sutton is being recognized by WHSBG for his fundraising efforts and was intro- duced to the cause through a neighbour leading up to his 1 lth birthday. When he learned of the children impacted through domestic situations that lead to mothers using the services, housing and counseling offered byWHSBG, he asked his parents what he could do to help. His mother Danielle said Korey knew from a young age his family "had every- thing they needed," so both his birthday and Christmas became dates they could help others with less, rather than them- selves. Korey had heard of other kids raising money for organizations like Pet Rescue, local food banks and other causes, but wanted to do something different. "We've worked hard to get the point across and he always felt, with his birthday around Christmas, he didn't need anything and wanted to give some- thing to charity," she said. "Once he learned there were other kids at Wom- en's House, he decided to donate." The past two years Korey invited friends to a free skate for a donation of cash or food to the cause. Leading up to his birthday on Dec. 15, 2013, his family ran out of time to book the ice and instead went on a social media cam- paign and spread the message via CKNX radio, which brought in another sum of money and food donations. Korey's Lucknow Bantam Develop- ment Team made another collection on Dec. 23, alongside a number of busi- nesses that stepped forward to support his efforts, raising more from each per- son and group involved. "He's pretty laid back, but he knows it helps," Danielle said. "We want it to help build his self esteem. He know's it's doing something good for something else, so we don't mind if it makes him feel a bit like a celebrity." Korey is interested in carrying on the fundraiser to high school next year at F.E. Madill, as well as getting another other groups involved in helping chil- dren and families served by Women's House. "We'd like to see more kids involved with things like this," said Danielle. "There already is so much fundraising for other causes, but sometimes getting a box of food from your cupboard can go a long way." Every fundraising event that benefits Women's House is championed by the agency, who recognized Korey via their facebook page to celebrate his dedi- cated fundraising efforts. "This generation tends to be labelled as the "me generation", but that is not necessarily the case," said Lana Sander- son-Neeb, Shelter Manager for 'WHSBG via e-mail. "It's very uplifting to see some of today's youth doing incredibly unselfish things to support those that truly need help. Korey is one of these incredible kids who has consistently done this for WHSBG and we are very impressed and grateful for his support." For more information visit www. whsbg.on.ca CanWEA celebrating doubling of wind power capacity The Canadian Wind Energy Associa- tion (CanWEA) said it's "pleased" about the production of wind energy in Ontario has doubled over the past four years and that wind energy is "poised to reach critical mass in meeting Ontario's electricity supply needs." CanWEA noted the information in a media release Jan. 10, citing a 2013 Ontario Electricity Data report of Ontario's Independent Electricity Sys- tem Operator (IESO). In the Electricity Data report released on Jan. 8, the IESO confirms the annual production of wind energy in Ontario has risen from 2.3 TWh to 5.2 TWh between 2009 and 2013. CanWea said based on data from the IESO and the Ontario Ministry of Energy, Ontario wind farms produced electricity equivalent to the power needs of close to 550,000 average Ontario homes. CanWEA president Robert Hornung said the IESO believes the contribution of wind energy to Ontario's electricity supply will increase even more signifi- cantly in the next couple of years as new wind energy projects come on line. "We believe that future electricity supply in Ontario should be drawn from a balanced mix of new wind energy, in combination with natural gas and other renewable energy sources, to ensure that Ontario has a reliable, robust and cost -competitive electricity system," Hornung said. He added that governments across Canada and in advanced economies around the world appreciate the impor- tance of blending increasing amounts of wind energy in the electricity supply because of its economic and environ- mental benefits. "The 100 communities across Can- ada that host wind energy operations, developments and businesses, as well as Ontario's Long Term Energy Plan (LTEP), recognize that wind energy is a proven, reliable and cost -competi- tive energy solution that drives eco- nomic diversification, environmental sustainability and rate -base value," Hornung said. Ontario Summer Company open for student applications Ontario's Summer Company 2014 wants to help students start and run their own company. Summer Company helps eligible stu- dents between the ages of 15 to 29 with business training, mentoring and support. Students who qualify for the program can receive up to $1,500 in start-up funds for their business, and then receive another $1,500 once they com- plete the program. They also keep any profits earned from their business. Past students have enjoyed the chal- lenge of running their own business, and the learning experience involved. It has helped many students choose their career path, by determining early on if entrepreneurship is right for them. While self-employment may not be for everyone, the skills acquired from the Summer Company experience are transferable to just about any profes- sion. Summer Company is a valuable experience that looks very impressive on a resume. To apply, students can visit www. ontario.ca/summercompany and fill out an online application. The first step is to check eligibility, the next is to write and submit a busi- ness plan and cash flow forecast. For Bruce County students, the staff at the Business Enterprise Centre in Saugeen Shores will review their busi- ness plan and cash flow, helping to "tweak" it, and requesting students clarify and edit their plan, before its submission to the province for final approval. The Business Enterprise Centre staff will interview students prior to approval. Students need to apply early, as the program fills up quickly. Ontario's Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment (MEDTE) provides funding for Summer Company. The Business Enterprise Centre in Saugeen Shores is the pro- gram service provider for Summer Company in Bruce County. For more information visit their web- site at www.saugeenshores.ca/business or by call 519-832-2082. The BEC provides support to start-up and small enterprises at all stages of their business development; from start- ing to growing to succession planning and closing down. Entrepreneurs have easy access to business consulting services and infor- mation covering management, market- ing, technology and financing. The BEC is part of Ontario's Network of Entrepreneurs (ONE) - a collabora- tive network built to help your business succeed. Wednesday, January 15, 2014 • Lucknow Sentinel 3 Submitted Lucknow's Korey Sutton, 13, has been recognized by Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey for his fundraising efforts and food drive, which the agency said has brought in about $700 and boxes of food since he first donated his birthday to the cause three years ago. 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