Metro conducts holiday initiative
By Derek Winkler
Grocery store chain Metro has begun a holiday season promotion in Ontario called “Metro Merrymakers.” During the promotion, the company will provide support to three individuals conducting holiday events in their communities. Metro will donate 4,000 food items to the local food bank of Derek Durkac, organizer of the Durkac Festival of Lights in Sudbury. Metro will also pay for the delivery of 1,000 meals by The Stop Community Food Centre of Toronto. Finally, the company will pay for electricity and advertising for a light show called the Albertini Family's Christmas Display in Rockland. The show raises funds for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
“During the holidays, the spirit of generosity and togetherness can be a beacon of hope for many,” said Joe Fusco, senior vice-president of Metro. “However, with one in five Canadians relying on charitable services in 2023 and a continued decline in donations over the years, it's clear that more support is needed. Our Metro Merrymakers exemplify the extraordinary impact that dedicated individuals can have on their communities. By amplifying their efforts with $15,000 in community donations, Metro aims to help these Merrymakers spread even more joy and make an even bigger difference this holiday season.”