2012 News Archives
January 9, 2012 - Radio Show
Edmonton this Week radio (MP3 file)2011 News Archives
December 30, 2011 - Photo Gallery
2012 Campaign LaunchCouncillor Iveson with members of the Youth Council.
Councillor Krushell speaking about DONATE A RIDE.
John Caputo, Publisher and CEO at Edmonton Sun, giving remarks.
Councillor Krushell introducing Stu Litwinowich, President of ATU 569.
Stu Litwinowich, President of ATU 569, giving remarks.
wzb044 - Councillor Krushell and CSU 52 Benevolence Representative Zonia Wuschenny.
Councillor Krushell and Stu Litwinowich cutting the ATU 569 100th Anniversary Cake.
December 30, 2011 - Edmonton Sun Article
City kicks off Donate-A-Ride.December 27, 2011 - Edmonton Sun Article
Donate-A-Ride to needy.December 25, 2011 - Edmonton Examiner Article
Donate-A-Ride 15 years in the making.May 31, 2011 - Video
DONATE A RIDE VideoApril 15, 2011 - Edmonton Sun Article
DONATE A RIDE campaign down this year.2010 News Archives
December 31, 2010 - Photo Gallery
2011 Campaign LaunchLeigh-Ann Palter - EPCOR Utilities Inc. presents EPCOR's Gold Sponsor donation.
Zonia Wuschenny - Civic Service Union 52 Benevolent Fund presents their Gold Sponsor donation.
Councillor Kim Krushell, Stu Litwinowich (President ATU 569) and ETS Operators
December 31, 2010 - Edmonton Examiner Article
DONATE A RIDE celebrates 15th year.December 31, 2010 - Edmonton Journal Article
DONATE A RIDE campaign hopes to raise $100,000.December 30, 2010 - Edmonton Sun Article
Edmonton's DONATE A RIDE kicks off.December 30, 2010 - Edmonton Journal Article
Edmonton transit riders asked to donate a ride.December 23, 2010 - Edmonton Examiner Article
DONATE A RIDE gears up for its annual fundraising drive.April 29, 2010 - Edmonton Examiner Article
DONATE A RIDE facing increased demand.April 24, 2010 - Edmonton Journal Article
86,000 free transit rides for less fortunate.April 22, 2010 - News Release
DONATE A RIDE Distributes Tickets to Ride.2009 News Archives
December 30, 2009 - News Release
DONATE A RIDE Celebrates Every Day ChampionsDecember 30, 2009 - News Release
DONATE A RIDE Welcomes New SponsorsDecember 30, 2009 - Edmonton Sun Article
DONATE A RIDE needs your spare changeDecember 30, 2009 - Photo Gallery
Donate-a-Ride launch event at City HallBill Stephens- Vice President, ATCO Gas presenting a donation cheque to Councillor Kim Krushell. Councillor Kim Krushell at the podium flanked by former Olympians Adam Trupish and E.J. Parris. Former Olympians Adam Trupish and E.J. Parris pose for the media. From Left to Right: Bill Stephens - Vice President, ATCO Gas, Former Olympians Adam Tru- pish and E.J. Parris, Allyson Lougheed, TELUS, Councillor Kim Krushell, Councillor Linda Sloan From Left to Right: Former Olympian Adam Trupish, Sheldon Hinton, Councillor Bryan Ander- son, former Olympian E.J. Parris, Allyson Lougheed-TELUS, Councillor Kim KrushellDecember 23, 2009 - Edmonton Examiner Article
DONATE A RIDE gears up for annual campaignApril 29, 2009 - Edmonton Examiner Article
DONATE A RIDE celebrates successful campaignApril 23, 2009 - Photo Gallery
Donate-a-Ride Ticket Distribution eventAudience at the 2009/2010 Donate a Ride Allocation Event Councillor Krushell presents a certificate of recognition to Stu Litkowich of ATU 569 Councillor Krushell presents a certificate of recognition to Barbar Dart and Perri Garvin of The United Way Councillor Krushell presents a certificate of recognition to Dr. Bob Westbury and Alyson Lougheed of TELUS Councillor Krushell presents a certificate of recognition to Charles Stolte, Manger of ETS and Bob Boutilier, Manager of Transportation for the City of Edmonton Councillor Krushell presents a certificate of recognition to Alan Bolstad, founding mem- ber of the Donate a Ride Committee Councillor Krushell presents a certificate of recognition to Marion Leskiw and Zonia Wuschenny of CSU 52 Benevolent Fund. Councillor Krushell presents a certificate of recognition to Brenda Waluk and Stu Litwin- owich of Charitable Assistance Fund Edmonton Civic Employees.April 22, 2009 - News Release
DONATE A RIDE Ticket Distribution Reaches $1 Million2008 News Archives
2008 December 29, 2008 - Media Event
DONATE A RIDE Wins CUTA Award Three champions of Edmonton's DONATE A RIDE program are the recipients of the Canadian Urban Transit Volunteer/Advocate Award for 2008. This award honours the achievements of those who actively promote or champion public transit in Canada.Former Councillor Allan Bolstad founded the DONATE A RIDE program in 1996 in response to needs identified by Edmonton social service agencies. Councillor Kim Krushell replaced Allan Bolstad as Chair of the program when he retired from City Council. Councillor Bryan Anderson has been an active supporter of the program, serving as Vice Chair for both Allan Bolstad and Kim Krushell.
Working with civic unions, corporate sponsors and community agencies, these three individuals have ensured that over 500,000 ETS tickets reached those who needed a lift in their lives. They have given of their time and expertise to ensure that those "in need" are able to get where they have to go.
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Photos from the eventDecember 29, 2008 - Media Event
Mayor Stephen Mandel will be joining Chairperson Councillor Kim Krushell to kick off this year's Donate-a- Ride campaign on Tuesday, December 30 at 10am in the City Room of City Hall.This year, DONATE A RIDE has acquired some significant new sponsor support for the campaign.
"We are delighted with the new sponsorship initiatives coming to the DONATE A RIDE campaign this year", said Councillor Krushell. "This commitment highlights the relevance of this program to the social fabric of our city".
To date, DONATE A RIDE has distributed over 587,024 ETS tickets with a value of over $809,612.
Donations can be made using envelopes provided on all ETS buses, at the DONATE A RIDE kiosk on the platform of Churchill LRT Station, at the Citizen Action Centre in City Hall or Online.
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Photos from the eventOctober 15th, 2008 - Media Advisory
DONATE A RIDE Distributes Additional Tickets Media AdvisoryPhoto Gallery
Photos from the eventScott Graham, Director of Community Grants for the Edmonton Community Foundation Scott Graham, Director of Community Grants for the Edmonton Commu- nity Foundation explains the special one-time allocation of funds to the Donate-a-Ride program as Councillor Kim Krushell looks on.DONATE A RIDE Recipient Media Advisory
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Councillor Kim Krushell - DAR 2008 Media Event Guest speaker2007 News Archives
2007 December 28th, 2007 - Media Event
Mayor Stephen Mandel proclaimed January as DONATE A RIDE month in Edmonton at the kick off of this year's DONATE A RIDE campaign at 10 a.m. today in the City Room of City Hall.Following the proclamation, Chairperson Councillor Kim Krushell announced five new major sponsors for DONATE A RIDE:
- ATCO Gas
- Civic Service Union 52 Benevolent Fund
- Landmark Group of Builders
- Wal-Mart
- Cameron Development Corporation.
"Bringing these new sponsors into DONATE A RIDE highlights the relevance of this program to the social fabric of our city", said Councillor Krushell. "And it speaks highly of their corporate citizenship."
Councillor Don Iveson donated a portion of his car allowance to DONATE A RIDE as a follow-up to his campaign promise.
To date, DONATE A RIDE has raised over $282,003 and distributed over 508,884 ETS tickets with a value of over $649,803
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Photos from the eventCouncillor Krushell with new Gold Sponsors for DAR (Left to Right): Zonia Wuschenny, Civic Service Union 52 Benevolent Society; Councillor Krushell; Bill Stephens, ATCO Gas; Sharon Copi- thorne, Landmark Group of Builders. Councillor Krushell at launch. Councillor Krushell presents Bill Chahal (former President, ATU569) with a thank you certificate for his support of the program. Mayor Mandel comments about the DAR program at the launch Councillor Krushell hosts the DAR launch in City Hall, Dec. 28December 18th, 2007
Donate-a-Ride Sponsors Recognized at City CouncilJuly 3rd, 2007 - Media Event
At the July 3rd, 2007 City Council meeting, representatives from the Norwood Chinese Education Association presented a cheque for a donation of $604.60 to the DONATE A RIDE program. This generous donation was collected from fundraising efforts at the Norwood Chinese School during the 2006-07 school year, and continued their generous support from the previous year.Photo Gallery
Photos from the eventMay 22nd, 2007 - Media Advisory
Mayor for a DayStudents from local schools got the opportunity of a lifetime to spend a day with Mayor Stephen Mandel. Their busy day included visits to the Riverboat Rescue headquarters, EPCOR’s Rossdale Water Treatment Plant, the Edmonton Police Training Facility at Griesbach as well as a tour of City Hall.
Mayor for a Day 2007 students: Victor Vorng, Grade 6, York School; Boyd Erickson, Grade 6, Caernarvon School; Tashona Bannister, Avonmore Jr. High School; Blaire Johnson, Grade 11, St Francis Xavier Catholic High School.
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Photos from the eventMayor for a Day entourage, including Councillor Kim Krushell (fore- ground) listen to EPCOR staff who led them on a tour of the Rossdale Water Treatment plant. Left to Right: Councillor Kim Krushell, Tashona Bannister, Victor Vorng, Boyd Erickson, Blaire Johnson, Sophanny Eang. MMayor for a Day students inside a rescue vehicle used by the Rossdale Riverboat rescue squad. Left to Right: Boyd Erickson, Jana Erickson, Victor Vorng, Tashona Bannister, Coun- cillor Kim Krushell, Blaire Johnson. Mayor for a Day students in front of Edmonton Police Service Air One Helicopter during their tour of the EPS Police Training Facility at Griesbach. Left to Right: Boyd Erickson, Tashona Bannister, Blaire Johnson, Victor Vorng.April 19, 2007 - Photo Gallery
Donate-a-Ride Presentation in City HallCouncillor Krushell Amy Miller - Dir of Marketing New Flyer Industries Deb Cautley - Youth Emergency ShelterApril 17, 2007 - Media Advisory
Donate-a-Ride Distributes Tickets
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