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To express our appreciation and demonstrate our support for the western communities where we live and work, Western Financial Group founded the non-profit Western Communities Foundation in 2001 under the Income Tax Act of Canada (Registration #87030 2619 RR0001). Its mission is threefold: Foster the development of community pride through sponsorship of worthy endeavors by teams or individuals in the various communities where Western Financial Group operates, Develop and enhance the infrastructure in these communities through public health, education and recreation, Assist in the export of community products, expertise and financial support to parts of Canada and the world that are lacking such benefits The Foundation actively supports a range of community based charitable activities which include the Community Defibrillator Program, Exceptional Achievement Award, Agency Matching Grant, Community Infrastructure Grant and Vision Care Support. The Foundation has a variety of funding sources to provide the ability to continue to support activities in our local communities., The Annual Fall Classic charity golf tournament which raised over $75,000 in 2010 at Highwood Golf and Country Club in High River., The Support the Cause day held on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 raised $69,688.45 with over 930 staff participants - the most raised and particpation since inception., Donations received as "get well" wishes were given directly in support of our general charity work., Grants and coverage of operational, technical and administrative costs are supported by Western Financial Group., Various fundraising efforts are greatly enhanced by the generous support of our insurance company partners as well as the contributions of ?Helping Hands.?