Westman Communications Group’s #ConnectingWestman Funding Program Now Open to Applications


Source: WCG Media Release

October 7, 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Westman Communications Group’s #ConnectingWestman Funding Program Now Open to Applications

 

Brandon, MB – Westman Communications Group (WCG) is pleased to announce that its #ConnectingWestman Funding Program is now open to accept applications. The company established the Program in May  2021 and has provided several funding grants to local charities, organizations and initiatives to support meaningful initiatives in their communities.

This year, WCG is inviting elementary and secondary schools from any of the  57 communities the company currently serves that have initiatives to improve their students’ learning experiences, existing programs or facilities to apply for funding support through the  #ConnectingWestman Funding Program.

All applications should be submitted through the online form on the company website no later than November 30, 2022.“ It is  WCG’s social responsibility to give back to our communities. We are proud and honoured to have the opportunity to support and fund impactful initiatives important to their development,” explains Courtney Baxter,  Westman Communications Group Marketing Manager. “ This year, we wanted to focus on our youth and to improve their  learning experience by funding some of their schools’ key programs.”

Westman Communications Group provides  High - Speed Internet, Digital  HD  TV and  Home Phone services in the following communities: Brandon, Austin, Benito, Binscarth, Birtle, Boissevain, Carberry, Clearwater, Crystal City, Cypress River, Dauphin, Deloraine, Durban, Elkhorn, Elm Creek, Erickson, Forrest, Gilbert Plains, Gladstone, Glenboro, Grandview, Hamiota, Haywood, Holland, Inglis, Kenville, Killarney, McCreary, Melita, Minitonas, Minnedosa, Minto, Neepawa, Notre Dame, Oak River, Pilot Mound, Rapid City, Rathwell, Rivers, Roblin,  Rossburn, Russell, Sandy Lake, Shilo, Shoal Lake, Somerset, Souris, St. Claude, St. Lazare, St. Leon, Ste. Rose, Strathclair, Swan Lake, Swan River, Treherne, Virden, and Wawanesa.​

For more information on how to apply for funding grants and to keep up to date on the #ConnectingWestman Funding Program, follow WCG on social media or head to westmancom.com/connectingwestman - funding.

About Westman Communications Group 

Westman Communications Group is a member-owned cooperative operating broadband systems across Manitoba. WCG is an industry leader in communications, offering Internet, Digital HD TV, and Phone services to residents and businesses in the region. WCG also owns and operates local radio stations Q Country 91.5 FM and 94.7 STAR FM, which broadcast throughout Manitoba. WCG is proud of its strong commitment to its members and the communities it serves.

For further information contact:

Courtney Baxter

Manager, Marketing

Westman Communications Group

1906 Park Avenue, Brandon MB R7B 0R9

Email:baxterc@westmancom.com

 

 

WCG Media Release