Giving Tuesday is happening this year on Tuesday, December 1st and due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it’s looking much different this year. In past years, we ran our “Brown Bag Challenge” and the idea around this was that folks that wanted to give back to their community could donate what
The holidays are just around the corner and if you are looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community, we invite you to consider sending a greeting card to a resident living in long term care. As the pandemic continues to impact those living in local nursing
The Winter Disconnection Ban starts today and runs until April 30th, 2021. Here are 5 important things that residential customers should know about the ban: Electricity and gas distributors are banned from disconnecting residential customers for non-payment from November 15 to April 30. Electricity and gas distributors have until December
2020 has been a different kind of year from the usual… and this Christmas/Holiday Season will most likely be as well. Why not use this holiday season to create new expectations, traditions and memories. If you are finding things tough this year financially or simply want to cut back on
As we move towards the upcoming Holiday Season that will most likely be very different from previous ones, it is a good time to think about creating new traditions that are kinder to your bottom line. The holidays tend to be a time during which debts mount along with stress
Preparing a Will can be intimidating. It can also be empowering. By laying out your wishes in a formal document, you can better control what happens after you pass and allow your family to grieve knowing they can follow your decisions. If you have a low or modest income, we
Halloween traditions are important for our mental and social wellbeing. The Grey Bruce Public Health Unit recently released tips to provide guidance for a safe and happy Halloween. Have an online costume party or celebration Send Halloween themed cards and letters Arrange for contactless drop off of spooky crafts or
We are thrilled to congratulate Mike Rencheck, President and CEO of Bruce Power, on being named CEO of the Year by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. Mike’s leadership, dedication and commitment to community is beyond incredible and this award recognizes and celebrates all the wonderful traits that makes Mike so
At the United Way of Bruce Grey, we believe that children have the right to be all that they can be and all should have the opportunity to live a life full of promise and possibility. That is why today, on #DressPurpleDay, we are all wearing purple to show our
This Tuesday, October 27th is #DressPurpleDay. This is a province-wide day that raises awareness about the important role that individuals and communities play in supporting vulnerable children, youth and families. This year, the campaign is more important than ever as the Covid-19 pandemic has created additional stressors for families across
