Shell people unite donating $2.77 million to United Way

CALGARY, Nov. 5 /CNW/ - Shell Canada, its employees and retirees announced today a donation of more than $2.77 million to United Way of Calgary and Area. Shell's total contribution to Calgary United Way since 2000 is more than $32 million dollars.

"Our employees and retirees have a lot to be proud of. For 25 years, Shell has significantly supported the United Way in communities where we live and work across Canada," says Lorraine Mitchelmore, Shell Canada President and Country Chair. "As a united organization, Shell has again worked together with the United Way to have tangible and meaningful impact that address social issues in our community."

Each year, Shell matches its employees' and retirees' donations dollar for dollar. Shell retirees continue to play an important role in the campaign, contributing a third of the money raised this year.

"Shell's continuous support of United Way is proof that united we create a better future," says Ruth Ramsden-Wood, President of United Way of Calgary and Area. "The commitment from Shell's employees to their community is remarkable. Their fundraising and volunteer efforts are helping build a great city for everyone."

In addition to their financial support, Shell people volunteered hundreds of hours with campaign activities and Days of Caring™ events throughout the year. These events saw Shell people getting involved in the community, helping out those in need and uniting together for a positive cause.

Shell has been operating in Canada since 1911 and employs approximately 8,000 people across the country. A leading manufacturer, distributor and marketer of refined petroleum products, Shell produces natural gas, natural gas liquids and bitumen, and is Canada's largest producer of sulphur. Shell is one of Canada's oil sands developers and operates the Athabasca Oil Sands Project on behalf of the joint venture partners.

Royal Dutch Shell plc

Royal Dutch Shell plc is incorporated in England and Wales, has its headquarters in The Hague and is listed on the London, Amsterdam, and New York stock exchanges.  Shell companies have operations in more than 100 countries and territories with businesses including oil and gas exploration and production; production and marketing of liquefied natural gas and gas to liquids; manufacturing, marketing and shipping of oil products and chemicals and renewable energy projects. For further information, visit www.shell.com.

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