Dunnville Arena and Lifespan Centre project gets boost from ArcelorMittal Dofasco

August 5, 2010

For immediate release

Company invests $20,000 for new arena centre that will be a hub for Dunnville residents

Hamilton, Ontario:  ArcelorMittal Dofasco announced today a $20,000 contribution to the new Dunnville Arena and Lifespan Centre from its Corporate Community Investment Fund. The contribution is in support of the community’s $1.3 million fundraising campaign. The campaign began in January, 2010 and with ArcelorMittal Dofasco’s donation has surpassed the $1 million mark.

"We are delighted that ArcelorMittal Dofasco is continuing its tradition of good corporate citizenship in this region,” said ROC Co-Chair Mrs. Bonnie Hauser. “Their donation today helps us take another step towards reaching our capital campaign goal," said Mrs. Hauser.

Members of the Revitalize our Community (ROC) volunteer citizen fundraising committee received the donation at a ceremony in Dunnville late yesterday.

 “At ArcelorMittal Dofasco, we are committed to building community strength,” said Andrew Sloan, General Manager, Public Affairs. “The Dunnville Arena and Lifespan Centre project aligns with our company’s strategic priorities and interests to address community and quality of life issues. The strength of our community impacts the strength of our company.” 

The new multi-use Dunnville Arena and Lifespan Centre which is currently under construction in the town will be an enhancement to the community and will be the first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Building facility in all of Haldimand County.

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ArcelorMittal is the world’s leading steel company with operations in more than 60 countries.  ArcelorMittal Dofasco is a leading North American steel producer and supplier of high quality flat rolled steels.  To learn more visit: www.communitystrength.ca.

 

For information contact:

                                                                       

Andrew Sloan, General Manager

Public Affairs

(905) 548-7200  ext. 2490                              

andrew.sloan@arcelormittal.com

Marie Verdun, Senior Specialist

Public Affairs

(905) 548-7200  ext. 2066

marie.verdun@arcelormittal.com