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Gene Haas Foundation donates $40,000 for Georgian College students

Georgian College students in the mechanical technician and precision skills program could soon benefit from a generous donation.

Dan Ferko, President of Sirco Machinery Co. Ltd., a Canadian Haas Factory Outlet, visited the college recently to present a cheque for $40,000 US to senior staff and faculty. The money will support the Gene Haas Scholarship for students in the mechanical technician and precision skills program who achieve an average of 75 per cent or higher in their third semester.

“We are committed to helping Georgian College students achieve their goals of pursuing a career in the trades,” said Ferko.

Since 2014, the Gene Haas Foundation has donated over $134,000 and more than 100 students have benefited from the scholarship. This year 32 students each received $1,717 in awards and scholarships courtesy of the foundation.


How you can prepare for a blackout, according to HVAC company Reliance

Almost 15 years ago — August 14, 2003 — a widespread blackout left approximately 10 million Ontario residents without power during peak summer temperatures.  

While it’s hard to predict when or if another outage will strike, it is always good to be prepared in case of such an emergency. To help safeguard against the perils of a summer blackout, Reliance Home Comfort is pleased to offer the following household tips:

• Stop the surge: Unplug all unnecessary appliances in the event of a blackout to help guard against a surge once the power is turned back on.

• Power line protection: Stay away from any downed power lines and report them to your utility company right away.

• Fridge basics: Food can remain cool in a refrigerator for up to four hours and in a freezer for up to 48 hours if it’s fully stocked. Ensure refrigerator and freezer doors are shut tightly to prevent premature spoilage.

• Emergency essentials: Power outages are unpredictable and can sometimes drag on for days. Every home should have a fully stocked emergency kit with three days’ worth of supplies that is safely stored and easily accessible. Non-perishable food, a can opener, two litres of water per day for each family member, basic toiletries, blankets, insulated clothing, flashlights, extra batteries, garbage bags and a first aid kit should be included.

• Generator safety: Residential generators can come in very handy during a power outage but must be installed with care. Generators should only be installed outside the home to ensure proper ventilation and to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

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