Canvassers for the Heart and Stroke Foundation are ready to go door-to-door.
Following a brief meeting at the Estevan Public Library on Jan. 25 lead by the foundation’s campaign co-ordinator for Estevan, Tamara Bloor, canvassers were provided with their donation kits and some additional resources.
“In the past, one of the things canvassers gave us feedback on was that they would like information prior to going out on their route so they can answer any questions citizens around town may have,” Bloor said.
She noted residents have inquired about how money is used.
Bloor said examples of the money going back into the community can be seen in Estevan.
“It’s nice to be able to say we have two automated external defibrillators in Estevan placed here by the Heart and Stroke Foundation,” she said.
According to Bloor, about 60 per cent of the campaign’s needs have been filled in Estevan when it comes to canvassers. She said she’s working closely with Estevan Comprehensive School to recruit students by February. Canvassing would go towards their community hours.
“We’re definitely accepting new and old canvassers alike,” she added.
At the moment, Nutter’s Bulk and Natural Food is the lone business that is selling red paper hearts. Nutter’s donated healthy snacks for the meeting as well.
Bloor acknowledged the partnership with the Estevan Bruins and praised them for their support. A total of $14,605 was raised through the jersey, silent and online auctions.
“It’s fantastic, I really believe people got behind the cause because of Nick Egan,” Bloor said. “He was coached by many individuals and a lot of his teammates still live in the city.”
The former Bruins defensemen passed away early August, 2014 after suffering a heart attack
