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Applications For 2023 Canadian Summer Jobs Are Now Open

Now is the time for Canadian employers to start applying for the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) 2023 Program. 

On November 30th, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien announced the launch period for the program. Employers have from now until January 12th, to apply for funding that enables them to hire young Canadians for work this summer. To be eligible, employers must be nonprofit, public sector, or private sector with 50 or less full-time employees.

This year’s priorities include youth with disabilities, black and other racialized youth, indigenous, as well as small businesses and nonprofit organizations that meet the criteria for eligibility. 

To see the full list, or to find out more information on how to apply, visit: Grants and Contributions Online Service. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Couple Donates $2M Auto Collection To Northwood University

The giving spirit of the season is in full effect for a Midland couple, as they have chosen to gift Northwood University their personal collection of cars valued at $2million.

Michael and Dianne Morey, founders of Bandit Industries, will be giving the school 35 vehicles as a gift to help future students in their journey. “It’s time for these cars to write a new chapter, and support young men and women who want to work hard, build something of their own, and positively influence the communities they call home,” says the Morey’s.

Northwood University plans to auction the cars off at Mecum’s Kissimmee Auction on January 6th, and will utilize up to $1million to enhance the campus experience and to build upon recent campus improvements.

For details about the auction, visit: mecum.com.

Reporting for WGRT Choze Powell

“Empty The Shelters” Event To Find Homes For Sheltered Pets

When temperatures drop, people aren’t the only ones affected. Many pets are discarded and left to fend for themselves during the winter months. Our animal shelters are being faced with overcrowding and are seeking to find these animals a home for the holidays.

St. Clair County Animal Control (SCCAC), along with 275+ shelters across the country are participating in the Bissel Pet Foundation event, “Empty the Shelters: Holiday Hope.” Empty the Shelters will be sponsoring reduced adoption fees of $25 on December 1-3rd as well as Dec. 5-9th. 

With many wishing to have Santa bring them a special pet friend this holiday season, it’s a good time to make their wish come true, while also supporting a cause that helps pets, as well as our animal shelters. Just remember that adopting a pet is a huge responsibility, so be sure you are ready for that commitment, and not just as a Christmas gift.

For more details and information, you can email: animalcontrol@stclaircounty.org.

St. Clair County Woman’s Luck Wins $264K Michigan Lottery Jackpot

What a most wonderful time of the year, especially for an anonymous winner of the Fast Cash Jackpot from the Michigan Lottery.

The lucky winner purchased her winning ticket at Ray’s Market, located in Smith’s Creek. After playing a $20 Lucky 7’s Lottery game she won $14,838, but then she also matched the bonus jackpot number for $250,000 which then bumped her winnings up to $264,838. 

To prove how lucky the winner is, she also won a $4million prize in 2017 after playing $30 on an instant ticket. “…I couldn’t believe I won again! I didn’t have as crazy of a reaction as I did when I won the $4million, but it was still an amazing feeling,” says the anonymous winner. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

British Comedy, O Christmas Tea Coming To Sarnia

If you’re in the Sarnia area this December, you may wanna check out the 3-time Impressario Award-winning comedy duo James & Jamesy. 

James & Jamesy are a pair of comedians who have been touring the world since 2012 with their unique style of British comedy. They will be making their way to Sarnia on December 1st, to perform their play O Christmas Tea. The play will begin at 7:30PM at the Imperial Theater. 

The play will feature physical comedy, and interactive elements that the London Free Press labels “extraordinarily funny.” With over 100,000 tickets sold and 25 comedy awards, this is a show you don’t want to miss. 

For more information or to purchase tickets visit: James & Jamesy.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

A Beautiful Me Pop-Up Shop Helping Teen Girls Find Success

Our teen girls are faced with all sorts of problems and issues these days. Confidence and low self esteem issues can be tough on our teens. A Beautiful Me is a nonprofit organization that provides young girls with confidence-building programs and workshops. 

The Closet by A Beautiful Me is a retail space that sells new and gently worn dresses. They will be having a Pop-Up Shop on Saturday, December 3rd, from 10:00AM – 1:00PM at 235 Huron Avenue in downtown Port Huron. 

Some of their merchandise can’t be sold, and instead will be set aside to be repurposed. The teen girls who are part of A Beautiful Me’s emerge360 program will be learning basic sewing skills that they will use to turn the dresses into decorative pillow shams and scrunchies. There will be a limited supply so get there early, they will also be providing free popcorn to attendees.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell