407 ETR and its employees announced a donation of $59,887.05 to United Way of York Region today. The donation represents fundraising activities conducted in November 2006 and the company’s pledge to donate twice the amount the employees gave.
“Once again our employees have shown how much they value their community and wish to help those in need,” said Antonio de Santiago, President and Chief Executive Officer of 407 ETR. “After winning a United Way Spirit Award in 2005, 407 ETR employees embraced the campaign again this year and increased their participation rate by five per cent. I’m proud of our employees and of the United Way for the work they do in our communities.”
The volunteer Chair of United Way of York Region’s 2006 Campaign Cabinet applauds 407 ETR’s efforts to support United Way. David Barnes, Vice President, Advertising, Sponsorship & Communication, Amex Canada Inc. says, “Every act of kindness, every act of generosity, creates a powerful force that creates community impact. The generosity shown by 407 ETR and its employees helps us help other people reach their potential and improve their lives.”
About United Way of York Region
United Way of York Region supports 39 human care agencies funding over 100 critical programs addressing five priority areas:
- Affordable Housing and Homelessness
- Domestic Violence and Abuse
- Literacy
- Mental Health
- Newcomers / Immigrants
Everyday people, helping everyday people – Every day. That is what United Way of York Region is all about.
About 407 ETR
407 ETR Concession Company Limited (“407 ETR”) is the operator and manager of Highway 407, which extends 108 kilometres east-west, just north of Toronto. 407 International Inc., the sole shareholder of 407 ETR, is owned by a consortium comprised of Cintra Concesiones de Infraestructuras de Transporte, Macquarie Infrastructure Group and SNC-Lavalin.
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