Annual Backpack Drive Huge Success Byron’s own Christine Crunican has helped make backpack history with this year’s annual Backpack Drive that ensures every student starts school with the essential supplies needed to succeed, especially for families facing financial challenges. The Backpack Drive founder, Traci Cummings, recognized that not every child had what they needed for the new school year. In its 10th year, the drive was their biggest yet, with 949 backpacks collected, alongside thousands of essential supplies. Christine is very proud of the work she and her team, which includes their kids, achieved: “We were truly overwhelmed by the generosity of everyone in the different communities that made this happen. Your support has had a significant impact, and we can’t thank you enough!” For this school year, the team distributed 420 backpacks to the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB), 379 backpacks to the London District Catholic School Board (LDCSB), and 75 each to CS Viamonde and CSC Providence. Sue Amaral, Charys Martin, and Leslie Hack also worked with Christine and Tracy, along with several community groups, local businesses, and many friends, family members, colleagues and neighbours across London, Lucan, Komoka, Kilworth, Ilderton, Byron, and beyond. On behalf of the team organizing the drive, Christine adds, “Thank you!! Our hearts are full! We couldn’t have done this without the support of all of you!”
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