Daisy Recycling donates to Relay for Life

Times Contributor

 

Daisy Recycling out of Standard believes it’s important to give back to the communities that support their business. Relay for Life committee members in Strathmore were presented with a $250 cheque (which is a portion of the proceeds from the first quarter of 2012’s refundable recycling) from Lin and Jamie Walker, owner/operators of Daisy Recycling. 

The Walkers have been involved with the Relay for Life for many years and this year marks the 10th anniversary of Lin’s survival from ovarian cancer, which makes this a much more personal event for her.

Relay started in Strathmore in 2005. Some of the committee members have been on since its inception, some are brand new and some are returning members. Their goal this year is to have 20 teams registered for the event. Currently there are 15 teams signed up and their financial goal is to raise $100,000. A majority of the funds go directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, as most of the costs incurred are local and are covered through sponsorship and donations.

Those who feel the need to contribute to the cause this year may do so by dropping off their own refundable items at the Strathmore Bottle Depot designated to the “Green Berets” team. For more information or to help sponsor the team contact the group at (403) 542-2733.