Tuesday November 3, in support of Canadian food banks
QUEBEC CITY, Oct. 29, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Simons is proud to partner with the Jeffery Hale – Saint Brigid's family of community foundations to create the Put the Us in Generous event. The mission of this initiative is to support organizations that will keep Canadians in need from going hungry as the holidays approach. In a spirit of sharing and unity, the equivalent of 30% of sales on Tuesday, November 3 will be donated to Canadian food banks across the country.
Simons is passionate about people and communities. Reaching out to them is what drives us, what is the true mission of our company!
Participating in the lives of our fellow citizens is also a way for us to thank our customers and encourage the work of all these artists and artisans who strive, each in their own field, to build a better society.
- Peter Simons, Co-Owner and President of Simons
The Jeffery Hale Foundation and its partner organizations are proud of our long-standing relationship with Simons and are committed to helping people in need, especially during this time of crisis.
- Jean Robert, President - The Jeffery Hale Foundation
In total, 21 organizations from coast to coast will benefit from this special contribution in order to help our peers enjoy a good meal. This year more than ever, the need is going to be great.
Société St-Vincent de Paul, Quebec City
Community Hamper Campaign, Quebec City
Student Hot Lunch Program, Quebec City
Moisson Montréal, Montreal
Moisson Laval, Laval
Moisson Estrie, Sherbrooke
Moisson Outaouais, Gatineau
Ottawa Food Bank, Ottawa
Mississauga Food Bank, Mississauga
Calgary Food Bank, Calgary
Edmonton's Food Bank, Edmonton
Greater Vancouver Food Bank, Vancouver
Saskatoon Food Bank and Learning Centre, Saskatchewan
South East Helping Hands, Manitoba
Inuvik Food Bank, Northwest Territories
Whitehorse Food Bank, Yukon
Niqinik Nuatsivik Nunavut Food Bank, Nunavut
Greener Village Community Food Centre, New Brunswick
Feed Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia
Upper Room Hospitality Ministry, Prince Edward Island
Bridges to Hope, Newfoundland and Labrador
5,570,329 meals and snacks provided by food banks were served in Canada in 2019.*
34.1% of food bank users are children, while 48.1% are single adult households.*
* Data from Food Banks Canada's HungerCount 2019
About Simons
Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons as a dry goods store in Quebec City and has since built its reputation on being an accessible and inspired fashion brand. Simons is led by brothers Peter and Richard Simons who carry on the family legacy and the brand's commitment to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with staff, partners, and customers while also being concerned about the environment and the communities in which they do business.
Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The company offers an extensive, fashion-forward collection of its own exclusive and innovative private labels for men and women, complemented by a selection of Canadian and international brands. Simons also carries home fashions for the bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen.
All 15 Simons stores are compelling, original environments that inspire customers as much with their fashion as they do with their art and architecture. Locations: nine in Quebec (three in Quebec City, including its headquarters in Old Quebec; three in Alberta; one in British Columbia; and two in Ontario.
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About the Jeffery Hale - Saint Brigid's Family of Community Foundations
The Jeffery Hale – Saint Brigid's family of community foundations is a consortium that came to life in response to the "Giving Tuesday" initiative. This family is composed of the following Quebec City organizations: The Jeffery Hale Foundation, Saint Brigid's Home Foundation, Saint Brigid's Guild, and Citadel Foundation. Each of these noteworthy organizations provides financial assistance and support to community groups working primarily with English speakers living in the Greater Quebec City region in the areas of health and social services, poverty relief, education, and culture. Although each organization's specific mandate may differ, as a consortium, they share a common heritage of helping others and the uplifting common objective of building community.
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