News Release: Once again The Empire, North Bay's Landmark Retirement Residence, is opening its doors to the community so citizens can open their hearts to support The North Bay Warming Centre. The Centre offers comfort, food, warming supplies like blankets, gloves and socks, as well as a place to spend cold winter nights.
Last year we raised over $4,000 for the centre!
On Friday January 22nd, from 11am to 1pm, the public will be welcome to drop by for “The Empire Warms Hearts”. For a minimum $5 donation, guests will receive a bowl of chili, a bun, beverage and an Empire Cookie. You can relax and enjoy your chili in the Empire Ballroom, or get it as take-out to go.
The Empire's General Manager Ariane Savard, says the Warming Centre is especially important at this time of year. "Now that winter weather has finally hit our area, we know there will be people suffering through cold nights and difficult circumstances. Once again we’re proud to support the volunteers at The North Bay Warming Centre as they work to keep people safe and warm."
Empire Outreach Manager Mike Anthony adds “Our residents will join the effort again this year, helping serve our guests and greeting people as they arrive. After all, it is their home, and they enjoy opening it up to the community. They’d love to have as many visitors as possible that day. ”
The Empire is located at 425 Fraser Street at the corner of Fraser and McIntyre.
