Union Gas helps Bay Area students bring big ideas to life through Science and Engineering

$2,500 grant supports four-day regional science fair for Grades 7 to 12

HAMILTON, ON, March 21, 2013 /CNW/ - Union Gas is helping more than 400 students develop their interest in science, engineering and technology at the 53^rd annual Bay Area Science and Engineering Fair, courtesy of a $2,500 grant awarded today.

Keith Boulton, Union Gas district manager for Hamilton/Halton, presented the cheque to Susan Olynyk, BASEF chair of corporate donations, at Judging Day at Hamilton's Hillfield Strathallan College. The four-day event runs from March 20 to 23 and is open to all Grade 7 through 12 students from Hamilton, Halton Region, the counties of Haldimand, Norfolk and Brant, and the Six Nations of the Grand River.

One of the oldest and largest science fairs in Canada, BASEF encourages students to develop their scientific skills and prepare for national and international competition. The annual science fair helps promote awareness of careers in science, engineering and technology.

"Our youth are our greatest resource and we believe that investing in their future is an investment worth making," Boulton said. "We're proud to be partnering with BASEF to help young people in the Bay Area learn and grow."

"On behalf of the BASEF organizers and all 400 participating students, I thank Union Gas," Olynyk said. "Union Gas recognizes the value of supporting the creation of skilled scientific and technical citizens of the future.  Its long term investment in our fair is more than just sponsorship, it's a true partnership in our collective future."

Over the past 100 years, Union Gas has been privileged to work in more than 400 Ontario communities. In addition to natural gas delivery services for homes and businesses, Union Gas has contributed to the province through significant economic investments, hundreds of jobs, millions in municipal taxes, energy efficiency programs, thousands of volunteer hours for community organizations, major charitable giving and sponsorships. Each year, Union Gas contributes millions of dollars to charitable organizations across Ontario, including United Way. For more information visit uniongas.com/community.

About BASEF
For over 50 years, the Bay Area Science and Engineering Fair has provided a forum for students in the Hamilton/Halton area to develop their scientific skills and prepare for national and international competition. BASEF, one of the oldest and largest science fairs in Canada, is a registered charity and relies entirely on volunteers and sponsors. Celebrating its 53rd year in 2013, BASEF will take place from March 20 to 23 at Hillfield Strathallan College and Mohawk College. To learn more about BASEF, visit basef.ca.

About Union Gas
Union Gas Limited is a major Canadian natural gas storage, transmission and distribution company based in Ontario with 100 years of experience and service to customers. The distribution business serves about 1.4 million residential, commercial and industrial customers in more than 400 communities across northern, southwestern and eastern Ontario. Union Gas, named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers  for 2011, 2012 and 2013, is a Spectra Energy (NYSE: SE) company with assets of $5.8 billion and approximately 2,200 employees. For more information, visit uniongas.com.

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BASEF 2013
Susan Olynyk
Chair, Corporate Donations
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