FCC Executive Vice President and COO Sophie Perrault says that the Fund supports projects that make positive changes in rural communities.
She adds that giving is not just about making a donation it’s about making a difference. FCC hopes all the community groups receiving funds will thrive and continue to do good work in their communities for many more years to come.
Three local municipalities are getting $27,000 in funding; the St Marys Fire Department is getting $7,000 for new fire resistant coveralls, West Perth is getting $10,000 to renovate the community centre washrooms for accessibility and the Howick Fire Department is getting $10,000 to outfit a fire tankers with 2 water tanks and a portable pump.