Media Release: Mayor’s Charity Bonspiel raises $8,000 for local youth programs and organizations

WELLINGTON NORTH – The second annual Mayor's Charity Bonspiel, presented by 88.7 The River, was held on Thursday, November 21 at the Mount Forest Curling Club. The event brought together 48 enthusiastic curlers and raised an impressive $8,000 for local community organizations.

On the ice, Team Coburn Insurance won the Late Draw and Overall Bonspiel, while Team Walker Industries won the Early Draw.

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Mayor Andy Lennox congratulates Team Coburn Insurance on winning the second annual Mayor’s Charity Bonspiel. Pictured, from left: Lyndsey Wilson, Mayor Andy Lennox, Andrew Coburn and Christy Tangney. Absent from photo: Angie Hunt.

Mayor Andy Lennox expressed heartfelt gratitude to all participants, sponsors, and volunteers who made the event possible.

"The community's support and generosity have been truly inspiring. This event not only brings us together for a day of fun and friendly competition but also makes a significant impact on the lives of many in our community," said Mayor Lennox.

The funds raised will be distributed to the following organizations, supporting a wide range of programs and initiatives:
- Centre Wellington Foundation - Wellington North Youth Fund: $2,500
- Saugeen Student Start Up Program: $1,500
- Wellington North Youth Programs: $500
- Wellington 4-H Association: $500
- Lunch Programs for six local schools: $500 each, for a total of $3,000

"As Mayor, I believe in supporting our local youth programs. These initiatives are vital in nurturing the talents and potential of our young people, providing them with opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive,” said Mayor Lennox. “I am incredibly proud that the Mayor's Charity Bonspiel is contributing to these selected organizations, ensuring they have the resources needed to continue their invaluable work in our community."

The Mayor’s Charity Bonspiel would like to thank the following sponsors for their support:
- Presenting Sponsor: 88.7 The River
- Hosted by: Mount Forest Curling Club
- Lounge Sponsor: Walker Industries
- Lunch Sponsors: Coburn Insurance and BM Ross and Associates
- Breakfast/Coffee Sponsor: Teeswater Concrete
- Sheet Sponsors: Desjardins Insurance, Deryck West; Viking-Cives Inc.; BM Ross; and Coburn Insurance
- Prize Sponsor: MARCC Apparel
- Silent Auction Sponsors: Triton Engineering, MARCC Apparel, Town of Minto, Township of Wellington North, Mount Forest Foodland

Media Contact
Mike Wilson
Community Development Coordinator
Township of Wellington North
519-848-3620 ext. 4236
mwilson@wellington-north.com