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August GBGH 50/50 winner takes home $10,988

Steven Millett of Midland is the latest winner in the GBGH 50/50 lottery, taking home the August Jackpot prize of $10,988. Steven was thrilled to receive the lucky call from Kool FM’s Dale & Charlie, who provided Steven with his own shower radio so he can listen in at home.

When picking up his cheque from the GBGH Foundation, Steven shared that he has already allocated some of his winnings toward a new iPad, and plans to use the rest toward a down payment on his first home.

Tickets for the current September GBGH 50/50 can be purchased at https://gbgh5050.ca/.

Tay Township’s Inaugural Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament ‘Tee Off with Tay’ raises $68,000

The community came together in full force for the inaugural Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament, “Tee Off With Tay,” held on Friday, August 16, 2024, at the Midland Golf & Country Club. The event proved to be a tremendous success, raising $68,000 to support vital community initiatives.

Proceeds from the tournament will go towards multiple community initiatives, including:

• $10,000 to Tay Shores Public Elementary School and $10,000 to St. Antoine Daniel Catholic Elementary School for nutrition programs and outdoor learning, ensuring students have access to both nourishing meals and enriching educational experiences.
• $22,500 to Georgian Bay General Hospital for the acquisition of an MRI machine, which will significantly reduce wait times, ensuring swift diagnoses, referrals and treatments for better patient outcomes and timely care both locally and throughout the region.
• $22,500 to Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, supporting key programs like the North Simcoe Youth Wellness Hub, the Family, Child and Youth Program and the Youth Resiliency Program, which continue to transform mental health care for youth in our community.
• $1,500 to the Victoria Harbour St. Vincent De Paul Society Food Bank which will be used for their Christmas hamper campaign and $1,500 to the Port McNicoll Lions Club, which will be used for their Christmas Toy and Food Drive, ensuring that these resources are available to those who need them most.

Mayor Ted Walker expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming community support, saying, “This event has demonstrated the power of our community when we come together for a common cause. The funds raised will have a lasting impact on our schools, healthcare system, and mental health resources, making Tay Township a stronger and healthier place to live.”

The success of the tournament highlights the generosity and commitment of all our sponsors, participants, and volunteers who made the event possible. Their contributions will help enhance educational opportunities, improve healthcare access, and bring critical mental health support to those who need it most.

To view photos of the inaugural Tee off With Tay Tournament and to learn more please visit tay.ca/golf.