b'Rooftop RescueCamper CabinsNeed Roofs Too Another OIRCA rescueR ooftop Rescue, OIRCAs Foundation, was contacted by Associate Member Canadian General Tower Ltd.s Mike Thrasher to let us know that a charity they support and strongly believe in was in need of some roofing work.The charity, Camp McGovern, provides a residential summer experience for little brothers, little sis-ters and foster children from Family and Childrens Services and Childrens Aid Societies. The camps location is quite remote, located in the Municipality of West Grey, on the Saugeen River, between Durham and Hanover, south of Owen Sound.Twenty years ago, Camp McGovern built six camper cabins and their shingle roofs had reached the end of their service life. Camper fees paid by sponsoring agencies account for less than half of their operating budget. The balance of funds come from donors and fundraising events. They quite simply didnt have the budget to re-roof the cabins.When children are involved, we take a very close look at the charity, explains Rooftop Rescues Execu-tive Director Don Marks. Helping children overcome challenges by providing them with activities that encourage teamwork and confidence, all under the backdrop of an out-of-the-way natural environment such as Camp McGovern, is indeed a worthy cause.OIRCAs nearest Active Member to the camp is D.J. Peat Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd., based out ofFrom left to right: Darrell Arenburg (L&B Building Supply), Richard Shanks (OIRCA), John Walden (D.J. Peat Roofing & Sheet Owen Sound. When we contacted them, their General Manager, John Walden, immediately said, We areMetal Ltd.) and Ray Kipfer (Camp McGovern).on board. Just let us know when you need the work done and we will be there. No hesitation. Kipfer, who was the primary contact for this project, spoke on be-No hesitation was also the result when OIRCA Associate Member L&B Building Supply Inc., which ishalf of his Board of Directors when he stated, The donated time and located in Brampton, was contacted for support. When approached, Darrell Arenburg, L&Bs Account Man- materials from the OIRCA members will result in significant savings ager, responded, I spoke to our owner, Marc-Andre Lefebvre, and he wants to get involved. Arenburg, who visited the site after the work was completed, commented, When I visited Camp McGovern, Ray Kipfer, one offrom our budget, allowing us to instead provide a partial camper sub-the camps board members, told me of the many volunteer hours he and other members put in to make thissidy for up to 100 campers who would not likely get to summer camp an enjoyable place for children. We were able to make a small contribution and were happy to be a part ofotherwise. On behalf of those children and everyone at Camp McGov-it. L&B provided all the shingles and roofing accessories.ern, our most sincere thanks to all! Serving Southwestern Ontario Since 1972 CommercialThink Safe,IndustrialWork Safe,Maintenance Specialistssince 1988 Free Estimates / Inspection152 Thames Rd. W., Exeter, Ont. N0M 1S3 Tel: (519) 235-2802Fax: (519) 235-1532Top-Line Roofing & Sheet-Metal Inc specializesEmail: speat@hay.netin the installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial roofs throughout Southern Ontario. OUR SERVICES:Commercial roofing Re-roofingRoof maintenance Skylight installation BUILD MORERoof inspection,Sheet metal flashing evaluation & report fabrication & installation WITH BEACONHistorical restoration Retro-fit curb installationEmergency roof repairs(905) 602-0760 SERVING ROOFING CONTRACTORS ACROSS 1325 Fewster Dr ONTARIO| CAMBRIDGE| CONCORD | LONDON| OTTAWA | WHITBYMississauga, ONL4W 1A2toplineroofing.ca WWW.BEACON-CANADA.COM 6ONTARIO ROOFING NEWSISSUE 4 2019/2020 THE ONLY SOURCE FOR PROFESSIONAL ICI ROOFING CONTRACTORS IN ONTARIO ORN'