Clyde lights the way at Woodbine

TORONTO, July 5 – In keeping with their commitment to environmental sustainability initiatives, Woodbine Entertainment Group today announced the installation of Clyde, a sustainable, solar and wind-powered hybrid LED light pole, at Woodbine.

Part of a pilot project, Clyde, one of a number of the Sustainable initiatives of Perennial Solutions Inc., stands just on the outer edge of the Woodbine employee parking entrance, an optimal spot for people to view the pole.

A commemorative plaque is displayed on the pole to show passersby of its significance.

The purpose of the project is for WEG to investigate the use of alternative energy sources and to realize its commitment of reducing our energy consumption from traditional sources.

John Marhong, Director, Infrastructure and Energy Efficiencies, with WEG, notes projects like this are pivotal for WEG in recognizing that long-term economic sustainability is dependent on working closely with its partners.
"WEG is committed to investigating and testing innovative solutions, and to implement proven technologies to realize it corporate sustainability objectives,” said Marhong. “The objective is to not only to reduce WEG's carbon footprint, but to maintain a state-of-the-art operating facility."

Armando Cappuccitti, President of Perennial Solutions Inc., (PSI) is proud to be associated with WEG and their willingness to embrace projects such as this.

“At PSI we realize that forward thinking sustainable solutions can be operationally effective as well as cost efficient. Clyde is a shining beacon announcing to the world that WEG is leading the way in this truly sustainable initiative of harnessing the power of the sun and wind.”

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Milton's Chris Hadfield Public School Unveils The Stream of Dreams

Under a bright sunny sky the students and faculty unveiled Chris Hadfield Public School's "Stream of Dreams" mural last week.

The mural is meant to raise awareness for the need to protect watersheds and fish habitat and will also leave a lasting environmental legacy on the school’s culture.

The students painted a thank you card to everyone who helped to make the project a reality.

Woodbine Entertainment Group provided the funds to help pay for paint and supplies.

For more information on Stream of Dreams projects go to http://www.streamofdreams.org/index.php?pgid=1

Bet On Green

MILTON, May 15 – Horse racing greats Sandy Hawley and Mark MacDonald made a winning appearance at the Trashfusion Design Contest and Community Expo Tour on Saturday, May 15 at the Milton Mall. Fans had the opportunity to meet and speak with legendary rider, Sandy Hawley who signed copies of his book, Ride of A Lifetime, and Canadian Driver of the Year Mark MacDonald who was also on hand to sign autographs.

WEG takes their fashion for (eco) passion to the Community Expo Tour

Key horse racing personalities will be at the Trashfusion Design Contest and Community Expo Tour on Saturday, May 15th at the Milton Mall.

Green businesses and organizations from Milton and beyond will be on hand to provide lifestyle options for citizens of Milton and its surrounding communities to focus on steps to “greener” living through education, sharing and discovery.

“Woodbine Entertainment Group is a leader in the horse racing industry and is striving to be a leader in green sustainability” said Jane Holmes, Woodbine Entertainment Group’s (WEG) Vice President of Corporate Affairs.

WEG will have a display booth set up from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. to promote its on-going commitment to environmental sustainability.

Fans will also have an opportunity to meet and speak with legendary rider, Sandy Hawley, who will sign copies of his book, Ride of a Lifetime from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Canadian Driver of the Year, Mark MacDonald¸ will also be on hand from 10:00 am to 11:00 am for autographs.

Local artists, groups and fashion designers will provide a unique portrayal of the use of recycled materials as they take a thought-provoking and artistic approach to saving our planet. A fully produced runway show, open to all artists, designers and community members, gets underway at 2:00 pm.

Mohawk Racetrack Employees Join Spring Clean Up

Employees from Mohawk Racetrack rolled up their sleeves in support of today's Nassagaweya Clean Up. The country roads surrounding the Village of Campbellville and Mohawk Racetrack are litter free thanks to the hard work of the many volunteers who came out in support of this annual event.



Photo courtesy of Michael Burns Photography

Nassagaweya Clean Up & Halton Region Rain Barrel Sale

I wanted to take the opportunity to congratulate Woodbine Entertainment for allowing the Mohawk Racetrack Guelph Line Parking Lots to be used for community activities. In the past it`s been used for road safety events, as well as the police truck stop program which makes our roads safer by getting unsafe trucks off our roads. Today it was the distribution point for the NCCC and its Roadside Cleanup Program and Halton Region`s Rain Barrel program.The more activities there are that can be seen from the roadway, by the public, the more awareness there is from the street, the more traffic slows down, which in itself creates a safer environment. Kudos and thanks to WEG for its community participation. I am proud to say that Mohawk Racetrack/Woodbine Entertainment Group is part of my community.

Jan Mowbray,ward 3 councillor

WEG Staff Join Partners In Project Green's Tree Planting in Support of Earth Week

An enthusiastic group of WEG employees showed up today at King's Park in Mississauga to show their support of Partners in Project Green's annual tree planting.

Special thanks to Michael Burns Jr. for all the fun photos.

Back Row:
(L to R) Karen DeRosa, Catharine Winkler, Crystal Richer, Wendy Loiselle, Glen Hales, Greg Winkler, Michael Eves

Front Row:
(L to R) Kasia Kuzinska & husband, Christina Barth & daughter, Karen's son Jaylen, Sandy Hawley and Lawrence Ong