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St. John’s Scrap Drive helps raise over $26,000

Fort St. John Hospital received a sizable donation from the first-ever St. John Scrap Drive, which successfully collected over 200 tonnes of scrap metal and saw 11 companies participate. The month-long scrap drive raised an impressive sum of $26,371, which will be used to buy several vital items in the hospital to enhance patient care.

The Summer Scrap Drive was a month-long scrap metal drive hosted by ABC Recycling. The proceeds from the scrap metal will be donated to the FSJ Hospital Foundation, to enhance patient care in the North Peace. This initiative showcased the strength of community collaboration, with PETRONAS taking the lead as the top contributor, recycling more than $7,400 worth of scrap metal and earning the prestigious “Bischoff Hat” trophy.

The drive concluded on September 20th and had 11 local companies participate including Petronas, Windward Resources, Strait Group, NorthRiver Midstream, Nels Ostero, Canfor among others. An in-person collection was organized at the North Peace Arena on September 14th, co-sponsored by the foundation, ABC Recycling, and the City of Fort St. John’s yard waste drop-off.

All proceeds from the drive were donated to the foundation for the purchase of new medical equipment at the local hospital. Kelly Amboe, Executive Director of the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation, mentioned that while there wasn’t a specific piece of equipment designated for the funds, the money would support several vital items that the hospital planned to acquire this year. These included a new blood product fridge, butterfly tables, and more, all intended to enhance patient care.

At Polite Canada, we endeavor to highlight stories that celebrate individuals and groups making a meaningful difference in their communities. These stories not only acknowledge the hard work and dedication of those involved but also inspire others to contribute and foster a spirit of collaboration and support. By sharing these uplifting examples of community service, we aim to create a ripple effect that encourages kindness and generosity across the nation, reinforcing the idea that together, we can build stronger, more connected communities in Canada. 

Source: Energetic City