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Polar Plunge on Sunday, March 24, 2024

Toronto Paramedic Services (TPS) has joined the 2024 Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics Ontario Athletes! Please consider joining me at the Toronto Zoo to celebrate Special Olympics Ontario Athletes and support Deputy Chief Jamie Burnett, and Michael Chan Ah Song, Manager, Financial Planning & Accounting, who will be plunging!

Date:            Sunday, March 24, 2024

Time:            09:00 – 10:45 (Registration)

11:00 (Plunging Begins)

Location:     Toronto Zoo (2000 Meadowvale Rd.), Tundra Trek

There’s still time to register if you’re interested in taking part; individual and team plungers are welcome. Everyone who registers to plunge will receive a Polar Plunge towel, as well as free admission and parking at the Zoo on event day. Friends and family accompanying plungers will also be granted 50% off admissions to the Zoo that day.

If plunging isn’t your thing, consider donating to support Jamie and Michael, who will be #FreezinForAReason.

Donate to Jamie’s page, here:

Donate to Michael’s Page, here:

 

For more information, log on to https://polarplunge.ca/. I hope to see you there!

Regards,
Bik

United Way
Final Call for Generosity

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As we approach the end of our United Way Employee Campaign, we want to extend heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who has already contributed to making a positive impact in our community.Your generosity has been a beacon of hope, and together, we’ve taken strides towards creating a better tomorrow.

However, our mission is not complete, and we’re making one last push for donations. Every dollar counts, and your support can truly make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. By contributing to United Way, you are empowering local initiatives that tackle critical issues like education, health, and financial stability.

Let’s finish strong and show the power of City of Toronto’s compassion! Your donation, no matter the size, contributes to the collective force for good. Together, we can create lasting change and uplift our community in ways that resonate far beyond the confines of our workplace.

The deadline is fast approaching, so let’s rally together for this final surge of generosity. Make a contribution and be a part of something bigger than ourselves.

City of Toronto 2023 United Way Employee Campaign – HQ Parking and Gym Memberships Silent Auctions

In support of the City of Toronto’s United Way Employee Campaign, this year’s silent auction is now underway. One-year memberships to the gyms at Headquarters (HQ) and 01 Station, as well as a parking space at HQ, are available to be won.

Bids will be accepted from 09:00 on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, to 15:00 on Friday, December 15, 2023.

The gym memberships at HQ and 01 Station will be available for bid on a one (1) year basis. All staff will be eligible for these two memberships. Don’t miss your chance to be active in our indoor gyms. All proceeds from the auction are donated to the United Way campaign.

  • Bidding sheets for the HQ Gym Membership will be located at the Security desk in the HQ Atrium.
  • Bidding sheets for the 01 Station Gym Membership will be located at the Logistics Desk at 01 Station.

The HQ parking spot will be available for bid on a month-to-month basis for the 2024 year. Staff whose primary work location is HQ are eligible for this parking spot.

  • Bidding sheets for the HQ Parking Spot will be located at the Security desk in the HQ Atrium.

If you have questions, please contact Peter You (Peter.You@toronto.ca or 416-684-7505).

Stay tuned for regular updates and thanks for supporting the United Way!

Sincerely,
(Original signed by)

Peter You

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HQ UW 2023 HQ parking bid cover page

City of Toronto 2023 United Way Employee Campaign
HQ Parking and Gym Memberships Silent Auctions

In support of the City of Toronto’s United Way Employee Campaign, this year’s silent auction is now underway. One-year memberships to the gyms at Headquarters (HQ) and 01 Station, as well as a parking space at HQ, are available to be won.

Bids will be accepted from 09:00 on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, to 15:00 on Friday, December 15, 2023.

The gym memberships at HQ and 01 Station will be available for bid on a one (1) year basis. All staff will be eligible for these two memberships. Don’t miss your chance to be active in our indoor gyms. All proceeds from the auction are donated to the United Way campaign.

  • Bidding sheets for the HQ Gym Membership will be located at the Security desk in the HQ Atrium.
  • Bidding sheets for the 01 Station Gym Membership will be located at the Logistics Desk at 01 Station.

The HQ parking spot will be available for bid on a month-to-month basis for the 2024 year. Staff whose primary work location is HQ are eligible for this parking spot.

  • Bidding sheets for the HQ Parking Spot will be located at the Security desk in the HQ Atrium.

If you have questions, please contact Peter You (Peter.You@toronto.ca or 416-684-7505).

Stay tuned for regular updates and thanks for supporting the United Way!

Sincerely,
(Original signed by)
Peter You