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Creative art reflects strength of IWK

Hands Together is an interactive art piece created in celebration of the IWK Health Centre’s Centennial anniversary. The mural acknowledges the amazing level of cooperation at work in a regional health center. With Emera’s support, artists Heather Wilkinson and Melissa Marr worked with IWK patients and their families, staff, physicians, visitors and volunteers over two days to create a unique felted mural, crafted from Maritime wool, reflecting the strength and diversity of the IWK community.

Student learn responsibility

Emera’s sponsorship of the 2009 Halifax Junior Bengal Lancers summer program provided students with the opportunity to participate in a two-week riding camp. These students, aged eight to 12 years, learned the fundamentals of riding while developing a strong sense of responsibility and self-esteem by taking an active role in the care of the horses.

Emera employees roll up their sleeves

Emera partnered with Crombie REIT, Eastlink, KPMG, RBC, Scotia Investments and Stewart McKelvey to donate $60,000 to the Halifax Region Habitat for Humanity 2009 build. Executives and employees from Emera, Emera Energy Services and Nova Scotia Power rolled up their sleeves to help build a home for a single mother and her two children. Four Electric Thermal Storage Units were also donated by NSPI to help save on heating costs.

Energy is the essence – Emera supports TNS Junior Circuit tournaments

Emera recognizes the value of organized athletics for youth in Nova Scotia by promoting healthy lifestyles and building confidence. Emera is proud to commit another year of sponsorship to Tennis Nova Scotia Junior Circuit tournaments. The 2009 tournaments are open to youth aged 7-18 and begin on May 22nd and come to an end on August 29th. There are eight tournaments in total that are held throughout Nova Scotia in areas such as Liverpool, Sydney, Truro, Windsor and Halifax. Emera wishes the best of luck to all the youth competitors participating in the tournaments.

Talented Kids Take to the Stage with the Help of Emera Emera’s sponsorship support reached talented kids across the Atlantic provinces with the David Foster Ovation Star Search Atlantic. Youth from across the region competed for a chance to perform at The David Foster & Friends Charity Gala, where Craig Sharpe from Upper Island Cove, Newfoundland was selected by David and a panel of celebrity judges. Emera wishes all the participants the best of luck with their bright futures.

Emera a Major Sponsor at Event Raising $1.6 Million for Children

Emera was one of the major sponsors at The David Foster & Friends Charity Gala held in Halifax from March 28-30, 2008. The event raised over $1.6 million for The David Foster Foundation, which helps families cover the many non-medical expenses that are incurred while their children wait for organ transplants. Emera was proud to be an integral part of such a meaningful event for so many children and their families across the country.

Leading the Way with United Way

Emera and its subsidiaries have once again joined forces to raise money to help support the United Way - Halifax Region. The 2010 Campaign was highly successful; with more than 1300 employees participating, $429,000 was raised for organizations that make a difference in our communities. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Good Neighbour Campaign, with more than $4 million raised overall to help support dozens of programs and organizations that build communities across the nation.

Bangor Hydro Electric Company delivered nearly $103,000 in checks and pledges to United Way of Eastern Maine as part of its 2009 campaign. Money was raised through employee pledges, fundraising activities and a 100 per cent corporate match.