On January 13,
EllisDon Corp announced that, in conjunction
with its subtrades and suppliers, it was donating $1.7 million in labour,
materials and services toward the construction of the
Wellspring Centre
addition to the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.
The Wellspring Centre, a cancer support facility at
Sunnybrook's Bayview campus, is being almost quintupled in size, from 2,400 to
11,000 square feet, gaining a large lecture room, four group support rooms, a
teaching kitchen and a large activity room in the process.
EllisDon president and CEO Geoff Smith said in a statement,
"It has been terrific to see the enthusiasm with which EllisDon people, as well
as many of our industry partners, have embraced this outstanding cause, both in
terms of personal effort and hard cash. And the Wellspring team has been
terrific to work with. We are extremely happy to be involved."
Lynda Morrison, the CEO of Wellspring, adds in same release,
"We are quite simply overwhelmed by the incredible generosity and enthusiasm
with which the people at EllisDon and their industry partners have embraced
this expansion project. They are truly building a lasting legacy of support and
comfort for the many thousands of men, women and children living with cancer
who turn to Wellspring each year, and we are grateful beyond words."
Writer: Bert Archer
Source: EllisDon