Ontario Construction News staff writer
Lagois Design Build Renovate and company president Jacob Kirst have raised $20,000 in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities, continuing a long-standing commitment to helping families whose children require medical treatment away from home.
The Ottawa-based construction and renovation company has supported Ronald McDonald House Ottawa since 1998, organizing an annual charity golf tournament that has raised more than $210,000 over the years.
Lagois’s involvement extends beyond fundraising. The company and its trade partners have contributed renovation and construction work to the facility, including improvements to the communal kitchen, an addition for a children’s playroom and a donated gazebo.
The fundraiser honours Chris Parish, a longtime Lagois team member who died of cancer in 2001. The annual event brings together industry partners, suppliers and community supporters to raise funds for families staying at Ronald McDonald House while their children receive treatment.
Many trade partners and suppliers have supported the projects by contributing labour and materials at reduced cost or at no charge.
Ronald McDonald House Ottawa provides accommodation and support for families travelling to the city for children’s medical care. Its expanded facility includes 36 suites and can accommodate more than 1,300 family visits annually.
