Unifor Local 444 donates $7,500 to the The Safety Village in Windsor to buy mini jeeps that will help teach children about road safety, August 5, 2016. (Photo by Ricardo Veneza)Unifor Local 444 donates $7,500 to the The Safety Village in Windsor to buy mini jeeps that will help teach children about road safety, August 5, 2016. (Photo by Ricardo Veneza)
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Safety Village receives major donation

The Safety Village will be getting some upgrades thanks to a major donation from the Stephanie and Barry Zekelman Foundation.

The foundation is now the village's lead sponsor after a donation of $1 million.

"This transformative donation will empower us to upgrade our educational infrastructure, develop innovative safety programs, and expand outreach initiatives," said Melissa Lauzon, executive director of the Safety Village. "Through this partnership, the Safety Village will continue to evolve and meet the changing needs of our community. We are thrilled about the opportunities that lie ahead, and we look forward to making an even greater impact with their support."

The Safety Village has been delivering safety education initiatives to residents in Windsor and Essex County for over two decades.

"We recognize the pivotal role The Safety Village plays in shaping the safety mindset of residents, and it is with great pleasure that we contribute $1 million to support their invaluable programs. This partnership exemplifies our commitment to creating a safer environment for the next generation," stated Barry Zekelman, president of the Stephanie and Barry Zekelman Foundation.

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