The Oakville Crusaders Rugby Club saw some upgrades last month as 23 volunteers came together to fix up the field for Social Responsibility Day with Convergint.
A parent on the team, Ian Young, who works as a Senior Project Manager at Convergint decided to "Create the WOW!" by convincing his team to dedicate their time and skills to improving the rugby club.
The team's efforts included weeding the playground, repairing bleachers, rebuilding cricket screens, lining the pitches, and laying flagstones outside the changing rooms.
Families of Convergint employees joined in, adding to the community spirit of the day and the club's groundskeeper, Hudson Young, enjoyed the unique experience of directing his father, Ian Young, throughout the day.
"On behalf of Crusader’s Rugby Club, I only have one word to say to Convergint (and the Young’s) and that word is 'Plethora' and that’s because it mean’s a lot!" said the Crusader’s communication team.
"Best of all, they said they’ll definitely be back next year, which, while excitingly reassuring also begs the question… how bad of a state are we in!"
With 23 volunteers contributing, the group racked up an estimated 184 labour hours. Every year, Convergint donates labour and skills to local events, sporting groups, and other charitable and non-profit organizations.