YORKTON, SK — This holiday season, Suncrest College spread not just Christmas joy, but also gave back to the communities we serve.
Thanks to Suncrest’s internal “12 Days of Christmas Spirit” Initiative, the College was able to give back to at least 19 community organizations, with donations of warm winter wear, food, as well as volunteering time across the region.
“These initiatives reflect our staff’s deep commitment to making a positive difference in the communities we serve,” said Malena Vroom, Vice President of People & Strategy at Suncrest College. “We’re proud of the collective efforts that have helped spread warmth, care, and hope during this holiday season.”
All in all, 56 volunteer hours were recorded through the initiative at organizations such as Yorkton Salvation Army, Fort Qu’Appelle Community Outreach, the Kinistino Metis Local #43 Christmas event and at the Salvation Army Toy Drive in Nipawin.
In the Food Drive, Suncrest collected at least 416 food items for organizations such as the Melville Food Bank, the Tisdale Salvation Army and the Little Free Pantry Esterhazy.
As for warm winter wear donations, 300 items such as mitts, toques and scarves were collected to help organizations which include the Yorkton Family Resource Centre, the Fort Qu’Appelle Friendship Centre, and the Melfort Marquerite Riel Centre.
About Suncrest College: Suncrest College was established in 2023 as a result of merging Cumberland College and Parkland College. The college offers a superior learning experience with locations in Canora, Esterhazy, Fort Qu’Appelle, Kamsack, Melfort, Melville, Nipawin, Tisdale, and Yorkton. Students can choose from a wide array of educational options, including university degrees, skills training diplomas and certificates, trades training, high school upgrading, employability programs, safety training, corporate/professional development, along with taking part in various applied research projects led by the College.
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