Metro supports Ontario “Merrymakers” with $15K in donations

Who: Metro 

What: The grocer is celebrating three Ontario “Merrymakers” for their charitable efforts through a total of $15,000 worth of community donations.

Derek Durkac, organizer of the Durkac Festival of Lights in Sudbury, Ont.—in support of his local food banks—Shae London, executive director of The Stop Community Food Centre in Toronto and The Albertini family, organizers of The Albertini Family's Christmas Display for CHEO in Rockland, Ont. will all receive support from Metro.

The grocer is donating 4,000 non-perishable foods to this year’s Edgar Burton Sudbury Food Drive in Durkac’s name. 

For London, Metro will cover the charity’s transportation costs for their 1,000 extra hot holiday meals this December. 

And for the Albertini family, Metro is covering hydro and advertising costs for their display, donating $1,000 in the family’s name to kickstart their annual fundraising and matching all additional community CHEO donations up to $1,000.

“During the holidays, the spirit of generosity and togetherness can be a beacon of hope for many. 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,” said Joe Fusco, SVP of Metro, in a release. “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.”