Chatham-Kent’s local electricity distributor has announced a significant donation to support dozens of people in need of affordable housing.
Entegrus and its shareholders have donated $200,000 to the organization Indwell to be put towards the redevelopment of St. Agnes school in Chatham. The former school will ultimately be turned into affordable housing spaces to support 35-45 residents.
“We are proud to be able to provide funds that will help support the housing shortages we see firsthand in our communities,” said Jim Hogan, president and CEO of Entegrus, in a news release.
Entegrus has donated more than $445,000 this year to several organizations within southwestern Ontario. The hydro company has provided funds to Salvation Army organizations in Chatham, Strathroy & St. Thomas, Habitat for Humanity, and to the Chatham-Kent & St. Thomas Elgin United Way. Support has also been provided to the Chatham-Kent Children’s Treatment Centre, Opportunity Village Community, local food banks, and various registered charities on behalf of employees.
