Posted on 11/3/2010
St. John Ambulance's mission is to enable Canadians to improve their health, safety and quality of life by providing training (first aid) and community services (health and safety). St. John Ambulance is an integral part of the community offering such unique and innovative programs as; medical first response, disaster response, health and safety related youth programs, therapy dog services, car seat safety, and search & rescue. As a charitable, humanitarian organization, proceeds from St. John Ambulance’s first aid training and first aid product sales directly support these vital volunteer community services programs. Mark's Auto Service will donate $5.00 to the St. John's Ambulance Service, Oakville Branch for every online appointment scheduled for the month of November. Schedu ... read more
Posted on 10/14/2010
The Breast Cancer Society of Canada (BCSC) is a national non-profit charitable organization dedicated to to raising funds for research across Canada to eradicate breast cancer. They fund projects aimed at the early detection, prevention and treatment of breast cancer. BCSC truly believes that every dollar donated to research brings us one step closer to a cure. Mark's Auto Service will donate $5.00 to the Breast Cancer Society of Canada (BCSC) for every online appointment scheduled for the month of October. Schedule your Online Appointment Here. When booking an appointment online, please select the charity you want to donate to from the Charity Drop-Down Box. Thank you for helping Mark's Auto Service support the Breast Cancer Society of Canada! Learn more about BCSC on their website at http ... read more
Posted on 8/16/2010
Summertime is a busy season with family holidays and lots of activities. But like many times of the year, it is important to continue supporting local charities and non-profit groups that are helping our community every day. Small businesses like ours are vital to charities and community outreach programs because we are able to support a wide variety of groups based on your valued business. It's important for us to give back to our local groups that are providing help with food and clothing programs, assistance to the elderly, youth programs, and many others. The old saying that "Charity Begins at Home" is important to us because it is generally grassroots efforts from local citizens and small businesses that provide both money and services to groups that rely on our support to provide assistance to those in need. We are proud to support local charities like Canadian Red Cross Oakville, Community living Oakville, Oakville Kiwanis Club, and Oakville ... read more
Posted on 8/13/2010
Giving of your time and money to charities and community organizations is one of the most important elements of our society. The philosophy of giving dates back to early times, when those with resources helped those in need - and that is just as vital in today's environment. Donating time to charities or worthy organizations, from those that provide services to the poor or helping coach a youth sports team, allow each of us to give back and help others. In the process, it allows us a sense of satisfaction and our donation of time or money can make an immense difference in someone's life. There are many causes that require volunteers and donations today in order to provide important services to those in need. Some are grassroots groups working in local neighborhoods, while others are making a difference on a global basis assisting those plagued by famine or nature's fury. We have made it easy for you to donate to the cause of your choice. When your u ... read more