On Dec. 3, the Great Plains Power Station trades workers all came together to raise funds and provide gifts for families in need through the “Adopt A Family” program at Moose Jaw Salvation Army.
Throughout COVID-19, needs in the community have been on a rise for Salvation Army support.
“With the Adopt A Family, first of all, we want to thank you (the Great Plains Power Station trades workers) and your organization (Burns & McDonnell) for what you have done. We solely appreciate it and see first hand how the needs in the community are increasing. We can tell from the hamper applications,” said Lt. Lester Ward, pastor at the Salvation Army.
“Without organizations such as yourselves, we could never do this. We could do some but with needs rising, what we are able to do is limited. We would like to see more organizations make a positive impact on the community such as this,” he continued.
“The idea for this came fourth with Jami who works for Burns & McDonnell. She brought the idea of supporting the program by sharing it at a safety meeting. Everyone contributed what they could to help our local families have the best Christmas they can. I have lived in Moose Jaw for 31 years now and have witnessed for myself people struggling in our community. I believe this is really going to help out and make someone’s Christmas this year,” said Jordan Styles, a carpenter at Allan Construction.
“Burns & McDonnell have been a great company to work for and we are working hard to help build the power station for SaskPower,”
“I’m very proud to be a part of this, as I have always wanted to do something like this. I love helping families in need and I hope everyone sees and follows our lead on donating to the program,” said Rayanna Eashappie, carpenter at Allan Construction.
“All of the Allan team managed to donate to the program and we are thankful for the opportunity to help families in need through this program,” said Joshua Cyr, carpenter at Allan Construction.
“I’m passionate about working with people where I can, and already work with a program for at-risk youth. I am excited to be a part of the Adopt A Family program this year,” said Christy Daae, carpenter at Allan Construction.
“Everyone at the Great Plains Power Station is interested in becoming a part of the community that we are working in. This year was a full effort from all the craft on site that are working hard every day in the field. It was so great to see everyone come together and pay attention to the Adopt A Family program, and I think everyone was excited for the opportunity to make a difference for the families in Moose Jaw,” commented Jami Cuthbert, office manager and community liaison at Burns & McDonnell.
“Interacting with the team at MJ Salvation Army, it’s so heartwarming and refreshing to see the passion they have in serving the needs of their local community,”
The employees of the following companies subcontracted under Burns & McDonnell contributed to the program this year:
-Allan Construction
-Harris Rebar
-Flyer Electric
-Peak Mechanical
-Bird Construction
-Quorex Construction
-Regina Fasteners
-SaskPower
-Haztech
The Salvation Army is still accepting donations for its “Adopt A Family” and Holiday Hamper programs.
If a family or company is interested in donating to the great cause this year please contact Moose Jaw Salvation Army Community and Family Services at (306)692-5899, Mon-Fri 9 a.m-4:30 p.m.
