Staples “Back to School Program” and Kiwanis
Chromebooks are versatile laptops that have become a basic tool used in high school. Students receive their assignments through them and submit their work directly to the teacher. They have productivity applications which include word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, note taking and more. They enhance one’s ability to communicate with team members on group projects, using video conferencing, email and social networking. Students can do their own research through web browsing. In effect, they are learning using tools and protocols similar to what they will need in their careers. Chromebooks are reasonably inexpensive, secure and accessible, making them ideal for students.
Unfortunately, the cost can be a financial barrier. Not all families can afford to buy a Chromebook for each child. Some students spend their whole high school experience without ever owning one. They borrow from friends or share with siblings. Some schools have Chromebooks that students can borrow or rent. It’s not an ideal situation for continuity in a student’s ability to hand in assignments.
This year, the Kiwanis Club of Manotick, working with the Staples Canada’s “Back to School” program, is helping.
Within this program, the Barrhaven Staples store has collected $3,500 donated from their clients. The Kiwanis Club of Manotick has added $3,100 to the total. This enabled us to buy 20 Chromebooks with two-year warrantees. Each of the schools which support our Key Clubs will receive 4 to be given directly to a student. There is only one criteria: financial need. The choice of the recipient is up to Student Services.
This is made possible through the Staples Back to School program and the enthusiastic participation of the manager, Carlos Oliva, and staff at the Barrhaven store.
This is the 19th annual School Supply Drive to equip students sponsored by Staples Canada. In 2024 the program ran from August 4th until September 22nd. Thanks to donations from customers, the program has raised more than $17 million in Canada to date. One hundred percent of donations raised goes directly back to kids in the local communities. Staples Canada partners with charitable organizations who help determine the most urgent needs.
In Ontario, Staples has partnered with The Kiwanis Foundation of Canada for over 16 years to help distribute the school supplies. This collaboration brings support to countless students from low-income families.
The Kiwanis Club of Manotick works with the Staples stores in Kemptville and in Barrhaven. The Kemptville donations go to the Kemptville Salvation Army to support their Backpack Program. The backpacks are filled with school supplies and donated to needy families.
Over the past few years, the money donated at the Barrhaven store has been donated to local elementary schools or split between the Interval House and the Youville Centre. This year the need for Chromebooks became apparent. The Chromebooks are going to 3 High Schools in Barrhaven, 1 in Riverside South and 1 in Manotick.
The Kiwanis Club of Manotick is very thankful for the opportunity to participate in this program. We look forward to a continued partnership to help make a positive impact in the future of our youth.
Posted: March 12, 2025 by lvanderburgt Leave a Comment
Supporting Kemptville District Hospital
The Kiwanis Club of Manotick is very proud to support the Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) Foundation’s Crossroads Campaign to acquire a Computed Topography Scanner (CT Scanner). Last winter we donated $10,000 to the project. This fall we donated an additional $10,000. The campaign’s goal is $2.2 million, and the generosity of the community has been outstanding. The vast majority of the $2.2 million is coming from individuals, service clubs and community fund raising events. Local businesses have pitched in. We are not alone in our local support of the Kemptville hospital. Half of all donors to the hospital are from outside Kemptville. Of those, more than 60% are from Manotick, Osgoode, and the surrounding area, surely proof of how important this hospital is to our community health.
A CT scanner is a critical diagnostic tool an ER department requires to make efficient and effective diagnostics. Currently patients requiring a more detailed analysis are sent to Ottawa or Winchester for potentially life saving diagnostic tests.
Having a CT Scanner at KDH benefits patients and their families, the hospital’s operations and the regional health system. ER patients get their scans done quickly and conveniently. Inpatients who require a CT scan to monitor their condition or diagnose a new one can do it locally. A faster diagnosis in an emergency means treatment can begin sooner. The availability of this equipment helps attract and retain physicians and nurses. It ensures that the ER remains fully operational 24/7. It will free up ambulances and paramedics who may be urgently needed elsewhere. It allows better use of nursing resources as they no longer need to accompany patients being transferred. And it opens opportunities for new medical and surgical programs and services at KDH.
Fantastic news! The Crossroads Campaign is coming to a successful completion. Implementation of the CT Scanner is scheduled for early in 2025. Why does this matter? It’s a game changer for the entire KDH community. And we are part of that community! The KDH is closer to Manotick than either the Ottawa Hospital or it’s Civic campus. We are in its catchment area.
December 31st was the original date to meet their fundraising goal. That has been postponed a bit by the mail strike and donations are still coming in. Success is anticipated in the very near future. The KDH foundation expects to announce the results soon.
That hasn’t stopped progress. Construction on the site to house the equipment started in September. The addition itself is modular, and its arrival for installation is expected this week. The scanner’s arrival is anticipated later this month.
The KDH Foundation is also building a fund to ensure all costs associated with technology refresh, and on-going maintenance is funded for the 10-year lifespan of the Scanner.
For more information, or to donate go to www.kdhfoundation.ca or call 613 408 0086.
The Kiwanis Club of Manotick has been serving our community for more than 64 years. We meet every second Tuesday at the Manotick Legion. Meet and Greet is at 6:00 PM, dinner is served at 6:30. For more information contact us at [email protected].
Last Updated: January 23, 2025 by lvanderburgt Leave a Comment
Chromebooks for Students
Staples “Back to School Program” and Kiwanis
Chromebooks are versatile laptops that have become a basic tool used in high school. Students receive their assignments through them and submit their work directly to the teacher. They have productivity applications which include word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, note taking and more. They enhance one’s ability to communicate with team members on group projects, using video conferencing, email and social networking. Students can do their own research through web browsing. In effect, they are learning using tools and protocols similar to what they will need in their careers. Chromebooks are reasonably inexpensive, secure and accessible, making them ideal for students.
Unfortunately, the cost can be a financial barrier. Not all families can afford to buy a Chromebook for each child. Some students spend their whole high school experience without ever owning one. They borrow from friends or share with siblings. Some schools have Chromebooks that students can borrow or rent. It’s not an ideal situation for continuity in a student’s ability to hand in assignments.
This year, the Kiwanis Club of Manotick, working with the Staples Canada’s “Back to School” program, is helping.
Within this program, the Barrhaven Staples store has collected $3,500 donated from their clients. The Kiwanis Club of Manotick has added $3,100 to the total. This enabled us to buy 20 Chromebooks with two-year warrantees. Each of the schools which support our Key Clubs will receive 4 to be given directly to a student. There is only one criteria: financial need. The choice of the recipient is up to Student Services.
This is made possible through the Staples Back to School program and the enthusiastic participation of the manager, Carlos Oliva, and staff at the Barrhaven store.
This is the 19th annual School Supply Drive to equip students sponsored by Staples Canada. In 2024 the program ran from August 4th until September 22nd. Thanks to donations from customers, the program has raised more than $17 million in Canada to date. One hundred percent of donations raised goes directly back to kids in the local communities. Staples Canada partners with charitable organizations who help determine the most urgent needs.
In Ontario, Staples has partnered with The Kiwanis Foundation of Canada for over 16 years to help distribute the school supplies. This collaboration brings support to countless students from low-income families.
The Kiwanis Club of Manotick works with the Staples stores in Kemptville and in Barrhaven. The Kemptville donations go to the Kemptville Salvation Army to support their Backpack Program. The backpacks are filled with school supplies and donated to needy families.
Over the past few years, the money donated at the Barrhaven store has been donated to local elementary schools or split between the Interval House and the Youville Centre. This year the need for Chromebooks became apparent. The Chromebooks are going to 3 High Schools in Barrhaven, 1 in Riverside South and 1 in Manotick.
The Kiwanis Club of Manotick is very thankful for the opportunity to participate in this program. We look forward to a continued partnership to help make a positive impact in the future of our youth.