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SPRING 2021
Ronald McDonald
House Charities®
Manitoba
Keeping families close
in their time of need
V.I.P Lube Grant Park Animal Hospital Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
Good service never gets old Caring for our pets and beyond Strengthening ties with the
Indigenous community
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From the
Publisher’s
Desk Indigenous communities in a variety of capaci-
ties as well as the development and launch of
Art City– a not-for-profit community art studio
dedicated to providing people of all ages with
innovative and professional art programming,
free of charge. Carla leads the College in its
S
commitment to Indigenous education in the
o many things have changed since the begin- Gory Gaudette and family, the proud owners of the province and their truth and reconciliation
ning of the Covid 19 pandemic. Words such as newly opened V.I.P Lube demonstrate that the need for journey.
lockdown, wave, isolating, and physical distanc- excellent value and services will never change and that “I took a break from my career when my
ing have become common place to us now. One good service never gets old. They encourage anyone husband got ill, but when I came back I knew I
wanted to do something that I could utilize my
can’t help but contemplate when things will get back looking to buy a franchise to join them on their success-
unique skill set working with Indigenous com-
to “normal” and indeed what the new normal will look ful journey. munities and in community engagement,” said
like. Beal Business Brokers gives us excellent advice for Carla.
This issue of Manitoba Business & Trade features sto- selling your business during these uncertain times. Carla began applying for jobs and RRC had
ries of what HASN’T changed rather than what has. Some businesses have been negatively impacted by the two positions come up. One of them being her
Our feature article brings awareness of the capital pandemic while others have been deemed “essential.” current role of, Manager of Truth and Reconcili-
campaign to build a new Ronald McDonald House in The need to understand and know your profit margins ation and Community Engagement.
Winnipeg. To quote RMHC Manitoba CEO Wendy Ga- to stay afloat and/or attract a potential buyer will also
lagan – “What hasn’t changed is that childhood illness
impacts the entire family. Someone needs to look after
never change.
The Winnipeg Real Estate Board once again brings
I wanted to do
the families. That’s where RMHC Manitoba comes in. news of over the top back to back increases in real es- something that I
We take care of the parents and siblings by keeping the tate transactions. This demonstrates the fact that the
family unit intact. RMHC Manitoba has been support- need to put value on home and hearth is more impor- could utilize my
ing the health and well-being of families for the past 37
years. The new House will be the next RMHC Manito-
tant to people than ever. “Buyers continue to show un-
wavering enthusiasm for all property types in May and
unique skill set working with
ba legacy of care for families for the next 10, 20, or 40 as a result it is putting a price premium on many list- Indigenous communities and
years.” ings that come onto the market for sale,” said Kourosh
Another thing that has not changed is the need to Doustshenas, president of the Winnipeg Regional Real in community engagement
care for our precious pets and keep them healthy. Dr. Estate Board.
Jonas Watson and his partners at Grant Park Animal So, take heart that while much has changed, some
Hospital demonstrate expertise and compassion while things never will. Stay healthy and stay strong!
- Carla Kematch
dealing with all creatures’ great and small. They also
show their compassion for people by being involved “This position was the final piece of the pie
Advancing Indigenous
with the Community Veterinary Outreach, a program for me,” smiled Carla. “It allows me to use a
that takes a “one health” approach to the provision of Sincerely, piece of everything that I’ve done in the past.
care to people and their pets. I also enjoy the fact that it was a new initiative
and position at the college so it gave me a lot
Achievement at RRC
The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce brings us news
of how the business community may be involved with of ability to be creative in implementation. It
brings everything full circle.”
strengthening ties between Indigenous and non-Indig-
During Carla’s first year with RRC, she fo-
enous communities by looking at things such as hiring WILSON WONG cused on getting to know the college, the staff
practices and creating a work atmosphere that feels Publisher and students to try to figure out what the col-
H
safe and inclusive for all. They also continue to forge lege’s collective knowledge was around truth
ow does a journey of truth and recon- As part of RRC’s commitment to advancing
forward with their creative ReimagineWPG campaign ciliation begin? What are the first steps? Indigenous achievement while strengthening and reconciliation and Indigenous culture. She
demonstrating that the need for continuous education Why do you need to begin this process? ties between Indigenous and non-Indigenous began to realize it was a wide range.
and innovation never changes. These are questions many business owners communities, in 2019 they appointed their first “I knew I needed to build a common lan-
and individuals are asking themselves today. Manager of Truth and Reconciliation and Com- guage and knowledge within the col-
Red River College (RRC) is well on the way of munity Engagement– Carla Kematch. lege to ensure everyone was on the
their journey and hopes to model the way for Carla joined the RRC team in February of same baseline of understanding,”
the Winnipeg business community. 2019 with 30 years’ experience working within said Carla. “I started looking at
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WINNIPEG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WINNIPEGCHAMBER
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different training programs that I could I tell the staff is you have to be comfortable It tells me people are thirsty for knowledge.”
bring into the college, and I settled on the 4 in that vulnerability and accept that you are Red River College offers a wide range of re-
Seasons of Reconciliation.” learning along with their students and that’s sources, programming, events and more on
The 4 Seasons training program creates ok.” Truth and Reconciliation at rrc.ca/indigenous/
L
an understanding on the history of coloniza- Back in 2019, The Chamber welcomed Carol- trc
ouise has always been a dreamer. Her course of our business quickly. We thought
tion in Canada and how it impacts current is-
sues and Indigenous Peoples. It provides the
Anne Hilton, the founder of the Indigenomics
Institute, for a special keynote presentation
So now we return to the question– how do
we businesses start? How can businesses be-
Embrace change. love for animals, the outdoors and gar- about what we had to offer to help out our
dening was at the forefront of every- family, friends and the community of people
knowledge required for informed, respectful and fireside chat all about Indigenomics. Sarah come more inclusive and equitable? Discover resources, thing she did. who count on Aurora Farm for one thing or
and effective engagement in the classroom Panas, Indigenous Education Communications “I think the journey begins with being as
and workplace. Officer at RRC, was in attendance along with inclusive as possible. Taking a look at hiring real life stories, virtual “Aurora Farm was my inspiration 16 years
ago,” smiled Louise May, owner of Aurora
another.”
With farmers markets, workshops, and
The college began a pilot series in March other faculty and students. practices can be a first step,” said Carla. “As a
and was ready to launch a training program “I came back from the event and told Carla business owner, try to create those opportuni- events, and more to help Farm. “I had known for some time that I want-
ed to be more directly involved with creating
anything in-person for that matter, shutting
down in a matter of days was a major shock
for all staff, but then COVID hit. Carla and her we have to have her speak here at RRC in some ties for Indigenous people to come into your
team still moved forward with the launch and capacity,” said Sarah. “She really opened up ev- business and look at some of the barriers that you reimagine the solutions to the environmental crisis at hand to the system for Louise.
since March have had over 460 staff complete erybody’s mind which was incredible.” may be there during the hiring process. Look and felt that agriculture and land manage- “There was the possibility that we could
the training. In March of 2021, the College brought in at where you’re placing your job ads, how future of your business. ment in general was the way to go.” lose 100% of our revenue,” said Louise. “We
“We have been getting such great feedback Carol-Anne Hilton for a virtual event with fac- you’re asking your questions etc. The second Now, 16 years later Aurora Farm is more had an online store, but it wasn’t very well
from faculty. The instructors at the college are ulty and staff. step would be looking at how you create an than she could have ever dreamed. Aurora developed. We had to pivot very quickly.”
the ones who teach the students and they Over the last year, RRC found a way to de- environment that’s inclusive for those staff and Farm is an earth-friendly, animal-loving, And pivot she did. Within a few days, Lou-
have to feel comfortable doing so. Once they liver training, hold workshops and host differ- ensuring they feel safe and included.” solar-powered farm located in St. Norbert, ise and her team switched from an in-person
actually take that course, they get it. They re- ent exercises to help continue the learning of You can read our Truth and Reconciliation Manitoba. They make and sell a number of model to online and shifted their focus to the
alize what a valuable resource it is because it Indigenous culture virtually. Roadmap at winnipeg-chamber.com/trr. The natural products like goat milk soap, offer one thing everyone was looking for– hand
provides them with the knowledge they need “I recently looked at our viewership stats document provides access to a wide variety of We connected with Louise May, Founder of Aurora a multitude of workshops, goat yoga and soap.
to help educate the students as well as answer and we have had over 19,000 views this past resources and professional experienced train- more. “Our main product is soap – so in a global
Farm, to discuss how she embraced change this Louise was prepped for a 2020 filled with pandemic where washing hands is a top
any questions.” year,” smiled Carla. ing, individuals or teams, that can support
“Before we had this program sometimes a “It was heartwarming for me because the needs of your organization, and help you past year. On a mission to help each other live workshops, farmers markets, a new gift shop, priority, that became more important than
student would ask a question around the work that I do is emotional. I’m trying to access a balanced approach to understand- more gently on planet earth, Louise expanded her you name it, she was ready. ever,” said Louise. “It felt good to be offer-
“I was in a nice groove and my plan was ing people an excellent product,
Indigenous culture and the faculty change people’s mindsets. I sometimes feel ing why the TRC started their work in the first online store and revamped her business plan to
would find themselves in a vul- like I’m saying the same things over and over place, and why the Calls to Action requires an just to truck on ahead with that groove,” said especially as our goat milk has a
sell her products in stores and fulfill her Louise. “Then when the pandemic really hit creamy moisturizing and sooth-
nerable position if they didn’t again, but then these moments happen and I immediate response.
know the answer. But what realize I am making an impact and a difference. life-long dream of an urban farm. in March, we knew we had to change the ing quality for hands as many
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as well as community organizations that serve people at risk. They have expand her revenue, something she knew she had to do if she wanted to your cutindustry?
costs?Is there room to increase prices profits too. If inventory is kept right-sized, will morecompany attractive
donated countless bottles to multiple organizations over the past year. achieve her goal of building an urban farm. or cut costs? will be more attractive to a buyer.
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
Fast forward to the summer and things were back to an almost-nor- Simply put, an urban farm is a food production farm located in a
mal pace. densely populated area often using derelict buildings or empty lands. RECENT
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They were able to have some in-person workshops and camps all
while following the provincial health guidelines. Their online store, now
selling all kinds of other products from local farmers and artisans, had
Louise has found an ideal site to begin designing this farm in the Main
and Higgins area. She hopes this farm will help with food security for the
surrounding communities and bring a little farm-vibe to the downtown
BUSINESSES
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picked up nicely. Things were going well for Louise and her team. core. HVAC Business
Small Town
As the fall rolled around and cases began to rise again, Louise knew “Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a farm to bring a guaranteed food HVAC Business Small Town
Small Town
they would make it through another lockdown thanks to the Buy-Local supply to that area?” said Louise. “It will also serve as a link to my St. Nor-
movement. She began to think about how she could expand her busi- bert farm. Hopefully we can excite more people to take up farming. I’m HVAC Business
HVAC
Small Town Business
working with the Clan Mothers Healing Village to create a training pro-
ness, help others in the community and begin to chase some of her big-
gest dreams. gram and other advisors to ensure we are going about this in the right
HVAC Business
“I began to ask myself, what more could we do? How can we reach way.”
Without having the extra time to dream big and fuel her passions, she
Northern Ontario
more people and have more of a positive impact?” said Louise. “This past
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year made me think about my bigger visions. I was especially thinking of never would have achieved some of these goals. Louise has embraced
the pandemic affecting certain people much harder than others based the change and is continuing to build her business plan for the better. Hardware Store
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Outstanding expertise and compassion
abound at Grant Park Animal Hospital Care for your pet
that you can trust
By Colleen Swifte geon who additionally performs advanced
sports medicine techniques on dogs. This
“I
had a fascination with animals right includes shock wave and platelet rich plas-
from an early age”, says Dr. Jonas ma therapy which are treatments that help
and always count on.
Watson. “I’ve had many pets over heal musculoskeletal and orthopedic inju-
the years and have seen them through dif- ries in both household pets and high per-
ferent stages of their lives. At some point I formance working dogs. “These are referral
came to see that playing a role in the main- procedures that veterinarians across Mani-
tenance of animal health would be a good toba have come to rely upon,” says Watson.
career choice to make.” Kraemer is a former human ultrasound
Watson is one of three veterinarians who technician. “Tim’s now one of the top vet-
co-own the Grant Park Animal Hospital lo- erinary ultrasonographers in the province”,
cated at 8-1170 Taylor Ave. His partners are says Watson. “We get referrals every day
Dr. Tim Kraemer and Dr. Chris Bell. The for cardiac and abdominal ultrasound. It’s The guiding philosophy of our practice is simple: our priority is to treat patients and clients exactly as
trio were classmates at the Western College a tremendous diagnostic tool to have in we’d hope to be treated ourselves. We’re pet owners too after all.
of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatchewan. house.” We trust our clients to know what’s best for their pets. We will always hear you out and make
Watson and Kraemer grew up in Winnipeg Watson describes his own role in the ourselves available to address your questions and concerns. Involving you in decision making about
while Bell hails from Alberta. They gradu- partnership. “I’m more of a jack of all your pet’s care is essential.
ated in 2006 and have been practicing for trades. I travel a lot to work in underserved In addition to the three owners, the
Veterinary medicine is going through a lot of changes these days. In all the most important ways
15 years now. communities where access to veterinary Grant Park Animal Hospital team includes
though, we think things ought to stay the same.
“Grant Park Animal Hospital is a project care is limited. I have a special interest in Dr. Mairead Drain, one of Winnipeg’s most
the provision of services to isolated areas. seasoned emergency room vets who has Grant Park Animal Hospital will be the kind of traditional veterinary clinic your family has
that was years in the making,” says Watson.
For example, I am the contract vet for the recently joined the practice as a general come to know and trust for as long as you’ve had pets. We’ll take a pragmatic, collaborative,
“We opened our doors in August 2020 and
practitioner. Dr. Drain brings with her a and mutually-respectful approach to veterinary care.
have been delighted with the reception town of Churchill, Manitoba.”
we’ve gotten from the community. We’re Watson says he is very concerned with wealth of experience in internal medicine, We feel strongly that veterinary health services should be accessible to all pet owners,
super enthused to be in the Grant Park Fes- dog overpopulation in northern commu- critical care, surgery, and dentistry. “She’s no matter who you are or where you’re from. We treat every animal and person who walks
tival Mall which is such a bustling develop- nities and regularly travels as far as Rankin been a fabulous addition to our group,” through the door with kindness and dignity.
ment. There seems to be a real need for our Inlet, Nunavut. “We serve many northern says Watson. We’re committed to professionalism, compassion, and exceptional communication.
services in this part of the city.” communities and we’ve made some prog- The Grant Park Animal Hospital is see-
All three veterinarians have different ar- ress in improving health and welfare. There ing a new trend that has developed with
eas of interest. is an ongoing need though to engage with the outbreak of Covid 19. Watson says the
Bell, who is also the owner of Elder’s stakeholders and policy makers like the concept of “Covid puppies” is a very real
Equine Veterinary Service, is a horse sur- provincial and federal governments and phenomenon.
first nation communities themselves to “The pandemic has proven a remarkably
strategize ways of improving animal health busy time for veterinary medicine. In addi-
in these underserved areas.” tion to people working from home, watch-
Watson is a past president of the Mani- ing their pets more, and thus catching
toba Veterinary Medical Association, and health problems more promptly, there has
is currently Chair of the Winnipeg Humane been a huge increase in people acquiring
Society’s Board of Directors. He also serves new dogs and cats. It’s a trend unlike any
on the board of the Canadian Animal Blood I’ve ever seen.”
Bank, and is one of the regional co-direc- The practice of veterinary medicine
tors of Community Veterinary Outreach, a these days is more cumbersome with con-
program that takes a “one health” approach tactless and curbside appointments. “It’s
to the provision of care to people and their been a bit of challenge but we’ve adjusted.
pets. “We collaborate with the U of M’s Hopefully we will soon be able to get back
School of Dental Hygiene, Klinic Commu- to practicing the way we always have, face
nity Health, and other partners. We incen- to face with our clients, some of whom we
tivize people to have their own health and haven’t seen in person in over a year.”
wellness needs met by drawing them in to “We are especially proud to be one of
access veterinary services for their pets. We the remaining independently and locally
primarily serve the vulnerably-housed and owned veterinary hospitals in Manitoba,”
homeless community. Around 60% of our Watson concludes. “We practice cutting-
edge medicine guided by the traditional Community minded. Community focused.
attendees agree to partake in the human
services offered, including oral health care principles we espouse.
and smoking cessation.” We offer the kind of old-fashioned vet- Our Veterinarians 8-1170 Taylor Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3M 3Z4
Watson was recognized for his philan- erinary care clients expect but in a con-
temporary setting. We believe our values, Dr. Tim Kraemer BSc. DVM P. 204.477.8600 F. 204.477.8680
thropic work by being honoured as one of
six recipients of the 2019 Word Veterinary especially our keen focus on community Dr. Jonas Watson BA DVM E. office@grantparkanimalhospital.com
initiatives, set us apart within the profes-
Dr. Chris Bell BSc. DVM. MVetSc. DACVS-LA
grantparkanimalhospital.com
Association’s Global Animal Welfare Award.
“That was quite the experience and prob- sion. We’re really just trying to get back to
ably the greatest accolade I will receive in basics- compassion for our patients and Dr. Mairead Drain BSc. DVM
my life,” says Watson. empathy for our clients. It’s that simple.” Dr. Renata Ward BSc. DVM Independently owned and operated with over 30 years of veterinary experience.
WORLD TRADE CENTRE WINNIPEG
Around Manitoba Around Manitoba
Government of Canada investing
in safety at airports in Manitoba
OTTAWA, ON - From traveling to medi- Shamattawa
cal appointments, getting goods to market, • Rehabilitation of airside surfaces -
distributing PPE and medical supplies, or $6,282,716
delivering vaccines, Canadians rely on safe Thompson
Mariette Mulaire and well-maintained local airports to sup- • Purchase of a sweeper to assist with
President and CEO port vibrant communities. These airports the essential clearing of ice and snow
also provide essential air services, more so from airside surfaces - $355,680
Homeward Bound
World Trade Centre Winnipeg
during this COVID-19 pandemic, includ- For 2021-2022, Transport Canada has al-
ing community resupply, air ambulance, Flin Flon
• Replacement of sand storage shed - located ACAP funding to 63 airports for 86
search and rescue, and forest fire response. safety-related projects, including runway
The Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and $287,071
and taxiway repairs/rehabilitation, lighting
I
Special Representative for the Prairies and • Replacement of airport beacon to bet-
f only our country would refine its own oil. an American-led global economy is turning As well, instead of building distant facto- ter identify the airport’s location to pi- enhancements, purchasing snow clearing
Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South equipment and firefighting vehicles and
If only Manitoba would process more into a hotly contested competition between ries to benefit from cheap labour, it is now Centre, on behalf of the Minister of Trans- lots at night - $16,088
of its own crops. Gods Lake Narrows installing wildlife fencing.
several peer nations – like China. Sophis- possible to invest in advanced production port, the Honourable Omar Alghabra today
If only Canada would produce its own • Rehabilitation of airside surfaces and Since the Airports Capital Assistance
ticated companies in Russia and India, are methods and make more money doing it announced that the Government of Cana-
vaccines. electrical systems - $12,872,635 Program started in 1995, the Government
producing everything from spacecraft to right at home. The risks tied to political insta- da is making important safety investments
We often hear comments like this, es- Lac Brochet of Canada has invested over $1.1 billion
5G hardware, competing directly with their bility, geographic distance and rising labour at airports in Manitoba.
pecially during tough negotiations on free • Installation of wildlife control fencing - for 1,088 projects at 199 airports across the
American counterparts. This intensifying costs are greatly reduced. Many of the com- Through Transport Canada’s Airports
trade agreements or in hard economic times. $1,156,265 country.
competition is creating enough friction be- panies that first attempted this transition Capital Assistance Program (ACAP), the
The “go to” reaction is to retreat into an tween major economies that there are se- have no regrets. Philips now makes all their Government of Canada will provide over Red Sucker Lake
idealized world where the global supply rious doubts about whether current trade electric shavers using robotics in Holland. $21.9 million to the following Manitoba • Installation of wildlife control fencing - SOURCE: Transport Canada
chains of our biggest sectors can seamlessly patterns between them is sustainable. If that Maytag brought back the Chinese produc- airports for safety-related projects: $1,000,203
converge in our backyard and create plenty wasn’t obvious enough in the years leading tion of washing machines to the Midwest,
of well-paying jobs. It’s an easy interpre- to the COVID-19 crisis, it certainly will be and General Electric has brought many dif-
tation of how the global economy should once economies re-open and governments ferent facilities across the industrial spec-
function; which ignores why production is allocate their stimulus funds to bolster do- trum back to North America. Other multi-
located elsewhere - in the first place. mestic champions. nationals are quickly following suit. While
Local and regional specialization is what
drives competitive advantage. If it makes
More specifically, the ongoing decoupling
of the American and Chinese economies
the total might not equate the same number
of jobs that were initially outsourced, the
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RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES MANITOBA
Around Manitoba
North America sees record high Peak of the Market’s
Larry McIntosh
lumber prices amid supply shortage retiring after 27 years
WINNIPEG, MB – The price of lumber in with supply and an issue with trans- WINNIPEG, MB - It is with mixed emo-
North America has hit a new record high as portation tion that we announce the retirement of
the demand for products has surged and • 2019 and 2020 were expected to be Larry McIntosh after 27 years as Peak of
supply chain problems continue. good years. Lumber prices were low in the Market’s President and CEO.
Key market indicators for lumber pricing 2019 and heading into 2020 “Larry’s commitment, dedication and
show record highs on two types of prod- • At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, extreme passion to the produce indus-
ucts -- $1,120 U.S. mfbm for the wholesaler mills stopped work temporarily as de- try and to Peak of the Market will not be
price of 2X4 Western Spruce-Pine-Fir and mand dropped forgotten, stated Peter Loewen, Chair of
$1,048 U.S. mfbm for the wholesaler price • Once the home building season picked Peak of the Market. We are grateful for his
of framing lumber composites according up, the demand for materials doubled contributions and wish him nothing but
to the Random Lengths Publication Inc. as the demand for DIY projects and the best in the future.”
One year ago, the same amount of lumber renovations increased Larry McIntosh stated “I am very proud
was $282 U.S. mfbm and $358 U.S. mfbm • Volume of lumber available was down of the entire Team at Peak of the Market.
respectively. and the demand didn’t change Together, over the years, we have grown
There are several factors contributing to “While pricing is at an all-time high, the the Company and have accomplished so
the higher cost according to the The West- product availability is a larger issue. If peo- many major milestones. The Team’s dedi-
ern Retail Lumber Association (WRLA): ple want to get spring projects done, they cation to Growers, Customers, Suppliers
Production curtailments due to fires and should not hesitate and should expect de- and to each other says so much about
the mountain pine beetle infestations have lays,” says Liz Kovach, WRLA president. the Company. Peak of the Market will
caught up with us causing a shortage of “We expect 2021 to be a tough year in continue to be a leader in the produce in-
wood terms of availability of lumber and other dustry and has a solid foundation to have
• Timber supply is managed so mills are building materials as a result of raw materi- strong growth well into the future.”
not able to harvest more to meet in- al shortages and supply chain disruptions.”
creasing demands
SOURCE: Western Retail Lumber Association: SOURCE: Peak of the Market
• Forest fires in 2018 created an issue
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Wendy Galagan, CEO, Tracey Novak, Capital Campaign Fun- Ryan McCullough, McDonald’s® One of the most beautiful things about a Ronald McDonald
Owner Operator, Rrepresenting 12
Ronald McDonald House
Charities® Manitoba
draising Committee Member, Ronald
McDonald House Charities® Manitoba Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario House is the ability for families to support each other.”
Owner Operators
- Wendy Galagan, RMHC Manitoba CEO
37 years in,
RMHC Manitoba
breaks ground again Rhonda Lorch, Board President, Rick Adams, Founder (1984) and Doug Fawcett, Capital Campaign
Ronald McDonald House Honourary Capital Campaign Chair, Chair and Board Member, Ronald
Charities® Manitoba Ronald McDonald House Charities® McDonald House Charities® Manitoba
Manitoba
Manitoba Business & Trade Magazine C3
RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES MANITOBA RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES MANITOBA
RMHC Manitoba founder shares Family is at the heart of everything we do.
That phrase says it all. We strive to provide some
‘absolutely’, and Morris never hesitated.
“Morris was very hands-on and went to
fundraising events with us. He did a won-
heart-wrenching origins
derful job in winning people over. By late
relief for families enduring emotional pain and 1982, we felt confident enough to make a
formal public announcement of the project.
We held a press conference to announce
financial hardship as their children are being treated for serious what we were trying to do. That was in No-
vember 1982,” says Adams.
R illnesses. Those circumstances first arose for me when my niece
ick Adams, who initiated the organi- profit, charitable corporation. The purpose McDonald’s Restaurants (Adams was their On the morning of the press conference,
zation known as the Winnipeg Ronald of the Houses is to address the needs of fam- lawyer from the 1970s until his retirement Adams received some devastating news.
McDonald House, has been commit-
ted to the charity’s mission of supporting
ilies from outside Winnipeg whose children
come to Winnipeg out of necessity, often for
last year), I called them in Vancouver and
asked about building one in Winnipeg. They lost her battle with cancer. It continued as I watched others in our “Unfortunately, my daughter was diag-
nosed with leukemia that same morning.
families with sick children for almost 40 extended periods, for treatment of serious, were reluctant at first as there was already She was very close in age to my niece who
years. Through his relationship with Mc- and frequently, life-threatening illness. one in Toronto, one under construction in original organization face enormous challenges as their children had died two years earlier. They were like
Donald’s® Restaurants, Adams spearheaded Adams had very personal and close-to- Vancouver, and the Edmonton house was sisters, those two little girls.
efforts to open the first House in Winnipeg
in 1984. Today, he is the Honourary Capital
home reasons for wanting to build a Ronald
McDonald House in Winnipeg. “The origin,
in the early planning stages. However, with-
out my knowing, they looked into the kind
suffered, and often succumbed to disease, and it really hit home “We went on with the press conference
and we went on with fundraising and plan-
Campaign Chair and has been instrumen-
tal in fundraising efforts for the new House.
from my perspective, was the passing of my
niece, Laura Kozak”, says Adams. “She died
of facilities we had in Winnipeg for cancer
treatment. In those days, it was called the during my daughter’s battle with leukemia. All those children and ning. We hired an architect, Mr. Phil Reyn-
olds, to design the House and we found a
Manitoba Cancer Treatment and Research property at the corner of Bannatyne and
their families are the reason why Ronald McDonald House, and
Not many people have the opportunity to in June 1980, the day before her 7th birth-
build one Ronald McDonald House, but Ad- day. She was the victim of an inoperable Foundation; today it is called CancerCare Kate. It used to have a rooming house on it.
ams has remained steadfast in his efforts to brain tumour. Laura was the daughter of a Manitoba. It had a highly regarded pediat- We bought the land for $15,000. (McDon-
build two.
Ronald McDonald Houses operate world-
well-known radio personality named Boyd
Kozak and his wife, Frances.”
ric oncology unit. McDonald’s Restaurants
called me back from Vancouver after doing
what it provides, will always be so very ald’s had to lend us the money to buy the
land, but we did reimburse them). We sub-
wide. Though they are not owned by Mc-
Donald’s Restaurants, McDonald’s autho-
“In late 1981, I learned about Ronald Mc-
Donald Houses through a TV commercial
their research and said they would like to do
one in Winnipeg. I said, ‘That’s terrific; let
important to me. stantially completed the design and before
we knew it, we had raised enough to pay
rizes the use of the name and provides a and thought such a place would be a won- me know if I can help.’ They said, ‘No, it is half the costs. McDonald’s helped us ar-
tremendous amount of support. The Winni- derful testament to Laura and other children not quite that simple. We will provide sup- - Rick Adams, Founder, Winnipeg Ronald McDonald House range a mortgage loan for the rest.”
peg House is owned and operated by a non- like her. Because of my relationship with port if you do it.’ I think the expression is, The 11,000 square foot, 14 bedroom Ron-
‘put your money where your mouth is.’” are unable to pay. ald McDonald House opened in May 1984.
From there, Adams began efforts to get “With the help of the Manitoba Cancer Adams’s daughter, Robyn, and a little boy
the Winnipeg House project underway, in- Treatment and Research Foundation, a from Brandon being treated for leukemia,
cluding finding people who might be able number of families were identified as po- as well as Ronald McDonald himself cut the
to help. tential participants in the project. Four of ribbon to open the doors.
“I had a friend, Dr. Norm Goldberg, who these courageous families that agreed to “Unfortunately, my daughter died about
was a highly regarded pediatrician. I called help with the project either had already lost 16 months later,” says Adams. “I am happy
him and told him what I was trying to do, a child to disease, or had a child in treat- to say that Brent, ‘the little guy’ who cut the
and that I needed the assistance and input ment. ribbon with my daughter, is a big, strapping
of the Manitoba Cancer Treatment and “Medical people joined our group as guy in his forties now.
Research Foundation. I didn’t have a way did the Regional Manager of McDonald’s. “There has always been a huge demand
to make a connection with them. He said, We incorporated a company and acquired for the House. We started mostly with fami-
‘Leave that to me.’ Within a very short time, charitable status. None of us really had past lies whose children were being treated for
he introduced me to the senior doctors and experience in this kind of project. We knew cancer and leukemia, but then extended it
nursing staff at the Foundation’s pediatric we needed to raise funds, find a property to all families whose children were experi-
oncology unit, and the journey began. and plan the House, and so we did, learning encing serious illness. Demand for space
Kids with cancer, for example, face long as we went along. has always exceeded our ability to help
stays for treatment—the families had to find “We needed to acquire support in the everyone, so when the new 40 bedroom
a place to live to be near them. In addition community, certainly financial support, House is completed, we will be able to help
to the emotional trauma of a child in treat- but we also needed to make the commu- so many others.”
ment, the family is often divided, with one nity aware of our project. One of the people
parent here in Winnipeg, the other at home I talked to was Barry Shenkarow, the owner
caring for other children in the family and/ of the Winnipeg Jets. I related the nature of
or staying at their job. There can be a signifi- the project to him and asked if the Jets could
cant financial impact on families as well - help us raise awareness by allowing the cap-
accommodation and meal costs can mount tain of the Winnipeg Jets, Morris Lukowich,
up very quickly. Ronald McDonald House to become our Honorary Chair. Barry said,
seeks to relieve some of those pressures
by providing them with their own room,
a communal kitchen, and laundry facili-
ties. Families usually take comfort in living
among others in similar circumstances, pre-
paring their own meals with other families
and sharing their thoughts and feelings. It
truly is a home-away-from-home at a nomi-
nal cost—$10 per day, if they can afford it.
No one is turned away simply because they
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Bird Construction
proud to work with
RMHC Manitoba
B
ird Construction was awarded the con-
tract to build the new Ronald McDonald
House at 62 Juno Street. The scope of the
project involves not only Bird itself, but also 41
sub-contractors who, with a combined effort, are
contributing $400,000 in gifts in-kind toward the
build to help such a worthy cause come to frui-
tion.
Operations Manager, Mark Brzuskiewicz,
says, “The gifts in-kind of $400,000 is a com-
bined value from all the contractors involved.
They submitted tenders with the understanding
of the scope of the work and then they applied a
deduction to their bid to represent that gift in-
kind. So the $400,000 actually is from Bird and
the sub-contractors. Because of the type of facil-
ity and the nature of the project, everyone went
out of their way to help, and certain individuals
went further.”
The opening date for the new House is slated
R
for July 4, 2022. Brzuskiewicz says, “Contractu- By Colleen Swifte
ally, it’s July 4 of 2022, but if Mother Nature co-
operates and a few other things work out well for
onald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)
us, we feel we might beat that date, but right now, Manitoba supports the health and well-being of
that’s the target date.”
Once complete, the House will boast 48,000
children by providing a “home-away-from-home”
sq. ft. and have 40 bedrooms, whereas the exist- and other essential services for critically ill,
ing 11,000 sq. ft. House only has 14 bedrooms.
The entire project is expected to cost $20 million,
chronically ill and seriously injured children and their
with the province providing matching funding of families. Proudly serving all pediatric medical disciplines,
private donations on a three-to-one basis up to
$5 million. including high-risk pregnancies and premature babies,
The impressive outdoor space that will be in- annually, thousands of families find comfort with
cluded in the new build was designed by ft3 Ar-
chitecture Landscape Interior Design, the prime RMHC Manitoba.
consultant on the project. According to their
website, they designed the House and space with RMHC Manitoba is embarking on a 10–20 years. Based on the pediatric
a “playful concept of a tree house that is reflected major $20 million project to build a 40 medical projection needs, the popu-
in the corner glass atrium that houses a two- bedroom facility at 62 Juno Street in lation of Manitoba, and RMHC sys-
story high play structure, greeting families upon Winnipeg. With groundbreaking held tem knowledge, it was determined we
arrival. The design of the House connects the on March 16th, construction is well needed a 40 bedroom House. We have
interior of the House with its exterior surround- underway. The existing house on Ban- grown from 14 bedrooms to 40 in or-
Building Partnerships
ings through the use of colorful glazed window natyne Avenue only has 14 bedrooms, der to meet the needs of families in
boxes, multi-level terraces, and a large backyard.” which are inadequate for the demand. Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.
“Our team at Bird Construction is very proud CEO, Wendy Galagan, says, “In We couldn’t be more proud or pleased
to be working with ft3 and RMHC Manitoba to 2019, we turned away 205 families to expand our mission, and our role in
where we build communities.
bring this much-needed facility to the families and last year, amid a global pandem- family-centered care in the province
ic, we turned away 108 families. We of Manitoba and Northwestern On-
who need it,” says Brzuskiewicz
believe no child should ever face ill- tario.”
Bird Construction has provided construction
services to a long list of new and repeat clients
ness or injury alone. Even one family We recognize the importance and impact that Ronald McDonald
since 1920. Through dedication, collaboration,
turned away is too many.” What inspires House Charities Manitoba has within the community and are
customer satisfaction, and value creation, Bird
Identifying the need for a new and
larger house became evident, not
RMHC Manitoba’s CEO? pleased to partner with ft3 Architecture Landscape Interior Design
has become a premier Canadian builder driven
by passion and fueled by a team of committed
just based on the size of the waiting Galagan knows first-hand what it to provide construction services to build Manitoba’s newest
list, but also from collaboration with is like to be an RMHC family facing
“home-away-from-home.”
professionals. medical professionals. Galagan says,
“We work with our hospital partners
the uncertainty and heartbreak of not
knowing what is going to happen to 204-775-7141
at Health Sciences Centre and St.
Boniface Hospital on pediatric medi-
your child. In 2013, her oldest child
suffered a traumatic brain injury. www.bird.ca RMHCMB rendering provided by
cal needs and projections for the next Thankfully, he is doing very well to
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