On March 7, The Bargain Shop launched their fourth annual Paper Egg Campaign with Easter Seals Canada. The campaign means a great deal to our organization, as the proceeds are dedicated funds to improve the quality of life for kids with disabilities across Canada.

There is immense satisfaction in knowing that we can, collectively, make such a positive impact in so many young lives.

Nationally, in this year’s campaign, we raised $213,000, and in total over the last four years we have donated $658,000 to support these very crucial programs and the equipment necessary to create independent living opportunities for youth.

We would like to especially extend our gratitude to all of our customers, who participated and gave generously this year, creating so many possibilities that wouldn’t exist otherwise.

In 2010, our customers donated $185,000 across all the communities in which we serve. As a result of fundraising events, paper egg sales and coin box contributions, we will be sending more kids to camp this year to experience personal growth, undaunted challenges and fun.

Casey MacKay, a 14-year-old past provincial ambassador for the Easter Seals, puts it in perspective when he says, “Without the support of our campaign partners, such as The Bargain Shop, none of us would have the opportunities we have today. We thank them for helping us achieve our goals.”

It is a privilege to take part in such a rewarding campaign with such visible results. We look forward to another successful and groundbreaking campaign in 2011.

D. Brosseau
Store manager, The Bargain Shop,
Chelmsford