Montreal-based Lallemand has donated $5,000 each to three rural community projects across Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Alberta through its 2026 Hometown Roots Contest.

Lallemand’s 2026 Hometown Roots Contest has invested $15,000 in rural projects in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Alberta that support community development, emergency preparedness, and local heritage preservation. The winning entries reflected the strong connections between agriculture, local residents, and community development.

The winner from Macklin, Saskatchewan, Darlene Kidd, is using her prize money to support an emergency shelter project at Villa Marie Assisted Living Facility. The money will help the community raise funds for a generator that can provide emergency shelter during power outages or other emergencies. The shelter offers support not only to Villa Marie residents but also to people from Macklin and nearby rural areas, including farming families.

The second winner, Charlene Saquet from Laurier, Man., selected the Laurier Community Centre as the recipient of her $5,000 prize. The volunteer-run centre will use the contribution for ongoing expenses and planned improvements, including exterior insulation and siding, helping to keep the community centre open and in good shape.

The third winner, Apinya Roy in Alberta, selected the St. Jean Baptiste Historical Society to receive $5,000. The donation will help support the restoration and preservation of an important historic site in Alberta that marks the beginnings of the early settlers who established this community and help promote historical tourism.

Lallemand is a global, family-owned Canadian company that develops, produces, and markets yeasts, bacteria, and other microorganisms for various industries.

Source: Farms.com