Metrolinx and GO Transit customers and employees raise $200,000 for charity
in 2010

TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2010 /CNW/ - Metrolinx and GO Transit employees and customers joined together to raise $200,000 for various charities in 2010. The funds contributed to Canadian charitable and non-profit organizations, supporting national and international relief initiatives.

"First and foremost, we want to thank our customers and employees for their unwavering support this past year," said Metrolinx CEO Bruce McCuaig. "We know it's not always easy to find that little bit extra to donate, but it's made an enormous impact on the charities we work with. I want to extend my sincere thanks to all of you who donated in 2010."

Metrolinx and GO Transit are committed to supporting causes that matter to customers, employees and local communities. The aim is to make a real difference in the lives of people in need through corporate donations and the volunteer spirit of our customers and employees.

Long-standing supporters of the United Way, Metrolinx and GO Transit raised funds over the past year through payroll deductions from senior leaders, the annual GO Golf Tournament and Golf for Habitat for Humanity. Furthermore, employees participated in the Scotiabank Rat Race and the CN Tower Stair Climb.

Over the past year, Metrolinx and GO Transit also raised money towards Haiti and Pakistan flood-relief efforts through the outstanding support from customers and employees. Most recently, Metrolinx and GO employees collected monetary and clothing donations for the CP24 Chum Christmas Wish and the Salvation Army Toy & Food Drive, which will support families in need across the province.

Metrolinx and GO Transit wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and all the best in 2011.

GO Transit is the Province of Ontario's interregional public transit system linking Toronto with the surrounding regions of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). GO carries nearly 55 million passengers a year in an extensive network of train and bus services that spans over 10,000 square kilometres. GO Transit is a division of Metrolinx, an agency of the Province of Ontario. Follow GO on Twitter and Facebook. For more information, please visit gotransit.com or metrolinx.com.

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