The Gazebo at Manoir Ronald McDonald House has always represented a peaceful sanctuary and contemplative refuge for families dealing with their children’s challenging illnesses. So, when it began to show its age and wear, we at Lagois (a long-time Ronald McDonald House supporter) offered to rebuild the much-loved gathering spot.
We had a tight time frame to work with, so we rallied our friends and partners and they responded just as we expected they would – with immense enthusiasm and generosity. Here are just a couple of the kind words our sponsors had to say:
“I was most happy to help provide a better, more comfortable place for people who have a need for the facility – to go and have some peaceful quiet time.” – Marc, AM Sharp Framing Ltd.
“I have always helped Lagois out with any project. Herb is a small-town businessman who is a big-hearted promoter, so if he can help, so can I.”– Greg, G.W. Roofing
We want to thank each of our sponsors for the vital role they each played in reviving this special structure and its surrounding environs. They are as follows:
TRADE PARTNERS
King Drywall (Dave King)
– Donated drywall and labour
Cut Rite Construction (Hubert Hutt)
– Supplied and installed prefinished metal railings
Expert Home Interiors (John DeHaas)
– Supplied and installed aluminum soffit and fascia
G.W. Roofing (Greg Williams)
– Installed metal rodding
Floral Design Landscaping (Hemke VanGerwin)
– Repaired pond adjacent to Gazebo
Ottawa Pro Landscape (Dan Poirier)
– Expanded existing parking with interlock paving, and repaired walkways and steps
AM Sharp Framing Ltd. (Marc Lallier)
– Assisted with demolition, relevelling of the foundation and framing of the new structure
Al Frappier
– Repaired front entry of office by recladding the door with prefinished metal, installing a new window and repairing cement fibre at the rear of the addition
SUPPLIERS and MANUFACTURERS
Perkins Lumber (Mark Perkins)
– Long-time supporter of Ronald McDonald House, Perkins Lumber supplied building materials for the Gazebo
Ottawa Fastener Supply (Kevin)
– Supplied the specialized fasteners for the Gazebo
Waste Connections of Canada (Bob Graham)
– Provided containers for waste removal from the project site
TRUEdotDESIGN (Shelley True)
– Provided design and layout of signage
Hawley Signs (Eleanor Hawley)
– Provided print production of signage
MANUFACTURERS
Endeck
– Provided prefinished decking
Quintan Products (Wes Quintan)
– Fabricated the metal support posts
Ottawa Powder Coating (Kent Schroeder)
– Powder coated the metal posts
Panoramic Enterprises (Jeff Kuiack)
– Provided metal rodding
Great things happen when a community comes together – especially when it’s in the name of a cause like Ronald McDonald House. The camaraderie and spirit of giving back were out in full force on the job site. It’s our sincere hope that the families who use this space moving forward will benefit greatly from its peace and tranquillity.
And again, thank you so much to everyone listed above who played a part in making the new Gazebo a reality!
