The American Rental Association Foundation and the Toro Company Foundation donated equipment, volunteers and a $20,000 grant to install new fencing, sidewalk extensions and landscaping improvements at the Sherbrooke Community Center on September 10 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Employees from The Toro Co., Ditch Witch, The Rent It Store, Hub City Display, Rent Quip, Earthworks Equipment, Event Source, Core Rental Services, United Rentals, Sunbelt Rentals Saskatoon and Sunbelt Rentals Squamish have joined together to help revitalize the landscape and property.
Sherbrooke Community Center is a long-term care facility known for its high standards of personal and nursing care. It offers a range of services, including physical therapy and recreational programs, to support residents' health and quality of life. The Center is dedicated to creating a vibrant, supportive environment for the people it serves.
“I think this project today really fits our philosophy and goal of achieving wellness,” said Kim Schmidt, CEO of the Sherbrooke Community Center. “We are just very grateful for the generosity of everyone who is here today and is a part of this.”
On project day, more than 40 volunteers worked to transform the outdoor area of the Sherbrooke Community Center. They installed 240 feet of decorative iron fencing, removed trees, ground stumps, extended a walkway and spread more than 50 feet of mulch. The area has been transformed into a safe, welcoming green space for residents.
“We are thrilled to welcome all of the skilled workers and heavy equipment provided by ARA members, and we are thrilled to also accept the ARA Foundation grant for our project,” said Joy-Ann Allin, Donor Relations Manager at Sherbrooke Community Center. “This project achieves our goal of creating a green space where our elders can have visits, social time, entertainment and simply spending time outdoors.”
For more information about Toro, visit thetorocompany.com.