Recognition

(Paris, ON) Wednesday, Brantford Oldtimers Hockey Club President Larry Smith and Club teammate John Emerson presented a cheque in the amount of $1,000 to the Twin Pad Capital Campaign.

Commenting on the Brantford Oldtimers Hockey Club donation, Mr. Smith and Mr. Emerson noted that the Club was more than happy to contribute to the project and discussed the Club's commitment to giving back to the community.

"What a fantastic contribution to the campaign, benefitting all residents of the County!", said Mayor Ron Eddy.

Councillor Murray Powell added, "We certainly appreciate the support of local clubs and this gift will help the campaign reach its $3.5 million goal."

(Paris, ON) Monday, Mitten Inc. President Doug Mitten presented a cheque in the amount of $20,000 to the Twin Pad Capital Campaign. This amount is in addition to the $30,000 previously donated by Mr. Mitten in November of 2009.

Commenting on Mitten Inc.'s donation, Mr. Mitten noted that the company was more than happy to contribute to the project and discussed the company's commitment to giving back to the community that has supported its growth.

"What a fantastic, local contribution to the campaign, benefitting all residents of the County!" said Mayor Ron Eddy.

Councillor Brian Coleman added, "How great to see a fifty thousand dollar donation in honour of fifty successful years in business! We certainly appreciate the support and this generous gift will help the campaign reach its $3.5 million goal."

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(Paris, ON) Monday, Cornell Construction President John McAllister and Vice President Jeff McAllister presented a cheque for an undisclosed amount to the Twin Pad Capital Campaign.

Commenting on Cornell Construction's donation, both John and Jeff noted that the company was more than excited to contribute to the project and were thrilled to purchase a dressing room in the Brant Sports Complex.

"What a tremendous contribution to the campaign… greatly appreciated!" said Mayor Ron Eddy.

Councillor Brian Coleman added, "We certainly appreciate the support and this generous gift will help the campaign reach its $3.5 million goal."

Cornell Construction Limited has been successfully "paving the way" for more than 80 years, and has evolved over the years from being one of the largest sewer and water main contractors in South Western Ontario to leadership in the field of finished asphalt surfaces in both hot mix and emulsion products. Cornell specializes in industrial commercial hot mix paving and surface treatments such as chip sealing, slurry sealing, dust suppressant (emulsified dust layer) tack coat and granular sealing for MTO, municipal and industrial commercial projects. Cornell is always on the look out for what they can do to best service their customers and provide them with proven, cost-effective and efficient systems such as Liquid Road, a new coating system for roads, streets and other pavement surfaces and Brick Print, a traffic calming technique garnering a great deal of interest in various municipalities. Cornell has also been involved in winter maintenance with both municipal and MTO contracts for well over 25 years. Cornell is a great choice for commercial, residential, condominium, retail and even private roads.

For more information on Cornell Construction Limited, visit www.cornellconstruction.ca

(Paris, ON) Monday, Kings Wood Products President Dennis Kings and Vice President & Sales Manager Greg Kings presented a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to the Twin Pad Capital Campaign.

Commenting on Kings Wood Products' donation, Dennis and Greg noted that the company was more than happy to contribute to the project and discussed the company's commitment to giving back to the community that has supported its growth. "What a fantastic, local contribution to the campaign, benefitting all residents of the County!" said Mayor Ron Eddy.

Councillor Brian Coleman added, "It's great to see a long-time Paris business step up and contribute and we appreciate the support. This gift will certainly help the campaign reach its $3.5 million goal."

Kings Wood Products is located in Paris and is a family owned and operated wood product manufacturing plant that has been in business since 1970. Some of their products include pallets, boxes, reels, export packaging, and specialty packaging parts. Kings Wood Products is able to produce a wide range of specialty parts in their custom shop, and they utilize their own jigs and fixtures to maintain a quality product. For more information on Kings Wood Products, visit www.kingswoodproducts.ca

(Paris, ON) Monday, Brookfield Homes VP of Acquisitions and Development, Pete Schut and Henry Stolp, Associate, presented a cheque in the amount of $50,000 to the Twin Pad Capital Campaign.

Commenting on Brookfield's donation, Mr. Schut reminisced about having grown up in the area and the importance of giving back to the community, noting that the Brant Sports Complex is a great addition to the community for today and for the future.

"This is certainly a wonderful contribution to the campaign and will benefit all residents of the County," said Mayor Ron Eddy.

Councillor Brian Coleman added, "It's great to see the development community step up and contribute and we appreciate the support! This gift will certainly help the campaign reach its $3.5 million goal."

Brookfield Homes has been building homes and developing master planned communities in Ontario since 1956. For more information on Brookfield Homes, visit www.brookfieldhomes.ca

(Brantford, ON) Monday, Scott Tomlin Regional Vice-President (Brant / Lincoln Market), Dan DeGroote, Vice-President (Brant / Norfolk Commercial Financial Services) and Adam McInnis, Branch Manager, RBC Dominion Securities, presented a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to the Brant Sports Complex capital campaign.

Commenting on their donation they said, "RBC Royal Bank is proud to have this opportunity to be a part of the Brant Sports Complex project through our donation. This reflects our commitment to giving back to a community that has supported our growth. The Brant Sports Complex is a great addition to the community for today and for the future."

"This is a generous contribution to the campaign and will benefit all residents of the County", said Mayor Ron Eddy.

Councillor Brian Coleman added, "It's great to see this sort of contribution and we certainly appreciate the support. This gift will help the campaign reach its $3.5 million goal."

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Article and photo courtesy of brantnews.com Published: Wed, 28 Apr 2010

The County of Brant twin pad fundraising campaign got a boost Wednesday thanks to a donation from BGI Graphics on Paris Road.

The company donated $25,000 to the arena campaign.

Kristian Carson, BGI Graphics president, said the donation reflects the company’s commitment to the community.

"BGI Graphics, a part of the Paris and Brant County area for 20 years, is proud to have this opportunity to be a part of the twin pad project through our donation," Carson said. "The twin pad complex is a great addition to our community for today and for the future."

County Coun. Brian Coleman and Mayor Ron Eddy toured BGI's facility before accepting the cheque on behalf of the campaign committee.

"It's great to see a long-time Paris business step up and contribute and we appreciate the support," Coleman said.

Eddy thanked BGI for the contribution.

The campaign committee has set a fundraising goal of $3.5 million toward the $20 million Brant Sports Complex, located at Powerline and Rest Acres roads. The campaign is edging close to the $2.5 million mark.

The project is being funded in equal parts by the County of Brant and the federal and provincial governments.

(Paris, ON) Representatives from the Paris, Burford and Glen Morris Lions Clubs were on hand to present a cheque in the amount of $25,000 to the Twin Pad capital campaign.

"This gift is from three Lions Clubs in the County and the funds will come from community fundraising events," said Lions spokesperson Dwayne Budgell. "We believe that it’s important that Lions Clubs support the new Twin Pad and are pleased that we are able to participate."

One of the Paris Lions fundraising initiatives will see member Dwayne Budgell shave his head if they meet the goal of $6,000.

Mayor Ron Eddy commented, "Once again the Lions have risen to the top with their support."

(Paris, ON) BMO – Bank of Montreal presented a $35,000 cheque in support of the Twin Pad Capital Campaign today.

"At BMO, we are committed to investing in organizations that strengthen our communities. We fully support the new Twin Pad Complex as it is going to play a key role in benefiting the community, both economically and recreationally," said Andrew Furgal, BMO's District Vice President.

Councillor Brian Coleman, Chair of the Twin Pad Committee commented, "We are thankful for the generous contribution and consider it a privilege and an honour to accept such a gift. Thank you to the Bank of Montreal for stepping up to the plate and we are hopeful that other financial institutions will follow the Bank of Montreal's lead." He also thanked campaign volunteer Gary Cain for spearheading the conversation with local bank manager Marlene Topper.

Gary Cain expressed his appreciation to BMO for their generosity and thanked them for being the first bank to make a donation.

"It's important for the County of Brant to have great representation from local businesses as the project involves the entire County," said Marlene Topper. Area Manager Jayne Seguin added, "What a great location for such an exciting facility!"

(Paris, ON) The end of January saw a new corporate sponsor bring funds to the Twin Pad Capital Campaign. Todd Wood and Matt Cummings of Cobblestone Pub held a fund–raising weekend on January 29, 30 and 31. The event was well-attended and. Wood and Cummings donated 20% of their sales to the campaign resulting in a $4,000 donation. Todd and Matt have decided to match that donation and more, over the next 4 years, for a total of $20,000.

Honorary Campaign co-chair Jay Wells attended all three days of the event and acknowledged that "This was a great event. It was a nice gesture on Todd's and Matt's part to get behind the Twin Pad Campaign". Jay, an 18 year NHL veteran and Stanley Cup Champion, went on to say "A lot of people took advantage of the opportunity to come out and have a bite and know that a portion of what they spent was going to the fundraising". Walter Gretzky, the other Honorary co-chair added his congratulations to everyone involved in the event when he attended on Sunday, January 31.

The Cobblestone public house opened its doors to the public on April 6th 2008 and has strived from day one to provide an unforgettable pub experience. Taking great pride in the food they serve and the service they provide, it quickly became exactly what the two owners had envisioned; a comfortable, fun place to be. Whether you go for beer and wings, steak and wine, a beer while watching the game or a late night snack, they have it covered with the same quality of food and service at one o'clock in the morning as there is at one o'clock in the afternoon.

When asked why he and his partner chose this campaign to support, Wood answered, "We have had tremendous support from this community. This is one way for us to give our support back to the community".

(Paris, ON) Representative from Your Neighbourhood Credit Union presented a cheque in the amount of $5,000 to the Twin Pad capital campaign.

"The campaign committee presented us with a very nice proposal that showed the importance of this project to the County of Brant," said Kate Neff, Vice President of Member Services and Marketing. "Your Neighbourhood Credit Union wants to be a part of people's everyday lives and be seen as a part of this community."

On accepting the donation, Councillor Murray Powell commented, "We appreciate this donation from Your Neighbourhood. It is wonderful that the Paris branch supported this project and that the kids in the area will benefit from their gift."

Your Neighbourhood Credit Union, a Kitchener based company, has a long history in the area and currently serves 29,000 members. With two branches in Burford and one in Paris, they offer a full spectrum of financial services.

The Twin Pad Complex will be a welcome addition to sports facilities in the County of Brant and to people who are concerned with the welfare of youth.

Construction began in August 2009 and is scheduled from completion in fall 2010.

"We are looking forward to the completion of the complex and seeing people getting out and enjoying it," adds Neff.

(Paris, ON) Punt Installations was pleased to present a $50,000 cheque in support of the Twin Pad.

Steve and John Punter along with their family were honoured to make the presentation to Capital Campaign Chair Brian Coleman, Mayor Ron Eddy and Campaign Volunteer Jamie Sass.

"It is not often we get an opportunity to give back to the community in a way that is so focused on youth. We are not a large company but we felt the need to get involved in this important project," said Steve Punter. The Punter Family, tracing its roots back to Holland, is proud to be in its third generation in the Brant County area. Currently based in Princeton, the Punters have been community members both in the Paris and Burford areas.

Thanking them for their support, Councillor Brian Coleman, Chair of the Twin Pad Building Committee commented, "This donation is coming from the grassroots of the County of Brant. I’m hoping your support will have a snowball affect and inspire other small companies to support this project."

(Paris, ON) Beauti-Tone Paint and Home Products was pleased to present a $5,000 cheque in support of the Twin Pad.

Darrin Noble, General Manager along with Dan Arndt, Manager HR and Dale Weatherbee, Staff were honoured to make the presentation to Capital Campaign Chair Brian Coleman, Mayor Ron Eddy and Murray Powell.

Darrin commented that "they were proud to be a member of the County of Brant community and particularly pleased to be a part of the fundraising efforts of the Twin Pad Capital Campaign."

Councillor Brian Coleman, Chair of the Twin Pad Building Committee thanked them for their support of the project and encouraged other County of Brant companies to support this project as well.

(Paris, ON) On behalf of Dumfries Mutual Insurance Company, John Innes, director, and manager Shelley Sutton presented a cheque in the amount of $45,000 to the Twin Pad capital campaign.

"It is very important for all of us to support the youth of today," says Shelley Sutton. "The Twin Pad Complex addresses both urban and rural needs and we are glad to be involved."

On accepting the donation, Councillor Brian Coleman said, "On behalf of Council I want to thank the insurance companies for stepping up to support the campaign."

Dumfries Mutual Insurance, founded in May 1856 in the Village of Roseville, is the oldest Ontario farm mutual insurance company and has grown from a company that was strictly an insurer against fire perils to one that now offers residential, agricultural automobile and commercial coverage. Today the company is based in Cambridge, with customers throughout Brant and the County of Brant.

A long time supporter of the 4H movement in Ontario, Dumfries Mutual sees the creation of the Twin Pad Complex in the same light. "It's for the kids," adds Sutton. "We are a strong supporter of 4H and this recreational complex falls into the same category... helping youth."