CSR is important because business is based on trust and foresight. Establishing and keeping trust with customers and communities is not a simple formula and can be damaged easily. To be successful in the long-run, businesses need to think beyond what is affecting them today to what might happen tomorrow. And it is not just about changes in technology or the needs of the customer, but also taking into account alterations in the social community environment.
Generations Flooring is looking long-term at our community and filling the need of installing a new floating floor for our Teesdale location. They are using the product KCC Commercial Flooring Sensedyna # FPS 10781 in a neutral honey caramel colour, that will provide a contemporay feel and refine the interior of the space. The customers and staff at Teesdale will benefit from this act of corporate social responsibility by making it easier to clean up and maintain a beautiful new floor.
Generations Flooring has been installing luxury vinyl tile, laminate and carpet all over Toronto since 1985 and we are one of several organizations they have agreed to support as part of their community outreach.
We look forward to being a part of this amazing floor makeover experience!
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
continued ... Before you go... from the Executive Director
Challenge to the Community
Challenge to the Community
- Check your stereotypes of youth - where do they originate? What has been your true experience with some young people? Accept that the negative is not true of all youth.
- Take responsbility for youth in your family or for youth who is close to you in the community.
- Talk to young people with respect - ask, don't assume. Listen don't preach.
- Remember what it was like when you were a bit younger - ask, how can I understand what this young person is thinking? How can I be of assistance?
- Make a list of positive things young people do.
- Say hello, good morning and good day and wish young people well. Let them know they are loved.
...continued from Before you go... from the Executive Director
The Challenge to Youth
The Challenge to Youth
- Make a plan for you future - where do you want to be 5 years from now? What are the steps to get you there? - ask questions, research, invest time in your future
- Think outside the box - you don't have to to be a youth worker or a basketball star ect...
- Refuse to be defined by stereotypes of others - Define yourself and decide for yourself who you are/or want to be
- make a list of the resources available to you - and take action to enlist their support - start with Angela Gagliano ext.123, our youth worker and me the Executive Director ext.112
- Make another list of your stengths and abilities
- Stop other youth who are up to the negative stereotypes
Before you go... From the Executive Director
February 8,2011 - Today, I responded to one of numerous complaints I tend to receive about the fact that some of the young people in this community spend their days sitting in the lobby or standing on the ramp or chillin' out in one of the available meeting rooms at the Centre. This time, it was that the youth were wrestling vigorously in the Brennamen Room. Other times it has been that unspecified youth are smoking cigarettes or other substances on or near the Centre property. Aside from the concerns for their health in general and for the concerns about risk and the overall welcoming atmosphere for others in the community being jeopardized, I have a deeper concern about the future of these (mostly) young men. Often , my response has been to speak to them directly about the complaints, remind them of the need to respect the Center's policies about smoking and generally, try to engage them in discussion.
Over the years, I have heard several responses that vary from their overall feeling of being monitored by police, by staff, and by community members. They generally feel unwelcomed in a Centre that has been a part of their lives since they were young children. They want jobs and opportunities to start their own businesses. Some are attending school. Some are working. Most have graduated and have been attemptimg to get jobs to no avail. They speak about being stereotyped as criminals and feeling judged on sight as such and with assumptions being made about their intentions and possible activities. I truly believe that we must embrace youth as part of our community and take personal care to ensure that they have a sense of hope, rather that a sense of defeat.
The sentiments I am expressing, echo the genuine concerns of some members of the community who have participated in focus groups to help us develop programmes. Warden Woods has recently adopted a Resource Development strategy to raise funds to provide an additional youth outreach worker and increase youth programming. However, money alone is not the solution. We need to make a commitment to transform this community into one that supports and celebrates youth, rather than participating in the general societal tendency to treat them with impunity. To that end, I am issuing a challenge to this community and to the youth in this community to share your ideas about this and take these steps:
February 8,2011 - Today, I responded to one of numerous complaints I tend to receive about the fact that some of the young people in this community spend their days sitting in the lobby or standing on the ramp or chillin' out in one of the available meeting rooms at the Centre. This time, it was that the youth were wrestling vigorously in the Brennamen Room. Other times it has been that unspecified youth are smoking cigarettes or other substances on or near the Centre property. Aside from the concerns for their health in general and for the concerns about risk and the overall welcoming atmosphere for others in the community being jeopardized, I have a deeper concern about the future of these (mostly) young men. Often , my response has been to speak to them directly about the complaints, remind them of the need to respect the Center's policies about smoking and generally, try to engage them in discussion.
Over the years, I have heard several responses that vary from their overall feeling of being monitored by police, by staff, and by community members. They generally feel unwelcomed in a Centre that has been a part of their lives since they were young children. They want jobs and opportunities to start their own businesses. Some are attending school. Some are working. Most have graduated and have been attemptimg to get jobs to no avail. They speak about being stereotyped as criminals and feeling judged on sight as such and with assumptions being made about their intentions and possible activities. I truly believe that we must embrace youth as part of our community and take personal care to ensure that they have a sense of hope, rather that a sense of defeat.
The sentiments I am expressing, echo the genuine concerns of some members of the community who have participated in focus groups to help us develop programmes. Warden Woods has recently adopted a Resource Development strategy to raise funds to provide an additional youth outreach worker and increase youth programming. However, money alone is not the solution. We need to make a commitment to transform this community into one that supports and celebrates youth, rather than participating in the general societal tendency to treat them with impunity. To that end, I am issuing a challenge to this community and to the youth in this community to share your ideas about this and take these steps:
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
You're Invited to our Annual General Meeting
Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) takes place on Wednesday, October 13th, 2010. There will be an election of new Board members; review of the past year and a celebration of our 40th anniversary in the community.
If you plan on attending this event, please contact Valdete at valdeter@wardenwoods.com.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Be A Star at Starry Starry Night in Classic Hollywood
Gala Dinner Fundraiser to roll out the red carpet in southwest Scarborough for a Starry Starry Night in Classic Hollywood!!
Warden Woods Community Centre is holding their 2nd annual gala dinner fundraiser “Starry Starry Night in Classic Hollywood” hosted by Canadian Idol judge Farley Flex, in order to continue their commitment to providing services to meet social, emotional, and educational needs of the community.
Enjoy an elegant dinner with wine, music and a live theatre production of "Murder So Reel" while you escape to the golden age of Hollywood when movies were full of dreams, romance and mystery. Experience a live auction and bid on a VIA trip to Quebec City, a Tim Horton's coffee maker, theatre and event tickets and so much more...
Book your table and get ready to experience the classic Hollywood lifestyle, the likes of Bette Davis or the debonair Humphrey Bogart. Be greeted by paparazzi, walk the red carpet, sign autographs, and be the star of the evening!
Starry, Starry Night in Classic Hollywood, hosted by Canadian Idol judge Farley Flex
Date: April 9th 2010
Time: 7:00 PM- 11:00 PM
Location: Warden Woods Community Centre, 74 Firvalley Court
Themed Dress Attire: Glamorous Diva or Dashing Divo
Ticket Price: $60 per person or $400 for a table of 8
Warden Woods Community Centre is holding their 2nd annual gala dinner fundraiser “Starry Starry Night in Classic Hollywood” hosted by Canadian Idol judge Farley Flex, in order to continue their commitment to providing services to meet social, emotional, and educational needs of the community.
Enjoy an elegant dinner with wine, music and a live theatre production of "Murder So Reel" while you escape to the golden age of Hollywood when movies were full of dreams, romance and mystery. Experience a live auction and bid on a VIA trip to Quebec City, a Tim Horton's coffee maker, theatre and event tickets and so much more...
Book your table and get ready to experience the classic Hollywood lifestyle, the likes of Bette Davis or the debonair Humphrey Bogart. Be greeted by paparazzi, walk the red carpet, sign autographs, and be the star of the evening!
Starry, Starry Night in Classic Hollywood, hosted by Canadian Idol judge Farley Flex
Date: April 9th 2010
Time: 7:00 PM- 11:00 PM
Location: Warden Woods Community Centre, 74 Firvalley Court
Themed Dress Attire: Glamorous Diva or Dashing Divo
Ticket Price: $60 per person or $400 for a table of 8
Monday, March 30, 2009
"Starry Starry Night in Rome"
Our first ever "Starry, Starry Night in Rome" was a fabulous success! On March 13th, our "Roman" guests were transported back to the exciting world of ancient Rome. It was a fun-filled evening with live music and a satrical look at the Assassination of Caesar!
Guests participated in solving Italian riddles, learned fun facts about ancient Roman civiliztions and enjoyed a fabulous Italian dinner prepared by dedicated Warden Woods' volunteers. Guest participated in a live auction with fabulous prizes including a trip to Quebec City. A few exclaimed that they would be back next year because there were so many wonderful items to bid on.
All the money raised went to support our programmes and services at Warden Woods Community Cnetre.
We are most definitely going to begin planning for next year. How about "Starry, Starry Night in Glamourous Hollywood" or at "Woodstock" or in "China" or........
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