Guest entry by Randie Anderson, Communications Coordinator in Alberta
Every year staff from the Calgary branch of the Canadian Red Cross show their thanks to the United Way by hosting a variety of events in support of the annual campaign. The Calgary branch kicked off their month-long activities on Halloween by hosting a pumpkin carving contest. Staff and volunteers showed off their creative skills by carving and decorating pumpkins in teams, creating some healthy competition throughout the office. There was even a pumpkin carved in the shape of Alberta’s Provincial Director, Steve Armstrong! The United Way is one of the Red Cross’ largest supporters and has donated close to $1 million for Calgary and area Red Cross programs in the last year. A big thanks to United Way for their continued support!