Celebration of Leaders: Honouring Our Past, Inspiring Our Future

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Join Us for an Exclusive Event for Past and Present Board Members

Merrymount is thrilled to celebrate 150 years of service to children and families in crisis This milestone reflects the dedication, vision, and leadership of those who have shaped our organization—including you.

To honour the impact of our past and present Board Members, we invite you to a special event:

Celebration of Leaders

📅 Date: June 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre, 1064 Colborne Street

This exclusive gathering is an opportunity to reconnect, reflect, and celebrate the legacy of leadership that has helped Merrymount thrive. Join us for an afternoon of appreciation, inspiring stories, and a look ahead at our vision for the future.

We would be honoured to have you join us for this special celebration.

📩 Please RSVP by emailing btschirsow@merrymount.on.ca.

Optional Merrymount Tours

Before the event, we welcome you to take a tour of Merrymount to see firsthand how your contributions have shaped our programs.

⏰ Tour Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM

If you are unable to attend at this time, we would be delighted to schedule a tour on a different day that works for you.

📩 To RSVP for the tour, please email: btschirsow@merrymount.on.ca

Stay for Our 150th Annual General Meeting

Following the Celebration of Leaders, we would love for you to join us for Merrymount’s 150th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at 4:00 PM. This is a great opportunity to hear about our progress, future plans, and how we continue to support children and families in need.

Let’s come together to celebrate the impact of the past and the promise of the future. We can’t wait to see you there!

Support Our 150th Anniversary Campaign

In celebration of 150 years of care and compassion, we are launching an ambitious fundraising campaign to raise $150,000. These funds will directly support our Child Mental Wellness Program (CMWP), ensuring that Merrymount can continue to provide critical services to children in crisis. Your support, whether through a donation or attending our event, will help us expand and sustain this vital program, allowing us to offer the resilience, healing, and hope that generations of families have relied on.

We invite you to support the campaign by:

• Making a donation via our website, by cheque, or by phone.

• Leaving a legacy by naming Merrymount in your will.

• Designating Merrymount as a beneficiary in your RRSP or life insurance policy.

• Gifting stocks, bonds, or mutual funds.

Thank you for supporting Merrymount’s 150th Anniversary by participating in our President’s Campaign.

For donation inquiries, please contact funddevelopment@merrymount.on.ca.