BDO Contributes to new building at University of Lethbridge
News Release
February 23, 2009
TORONTO: BDO Dunwoody LLP has committed a charitable gift to the University of Lethbridge in support of the construction of Markin Hall. The firm will donate a one-time gift of $25,000, which will be matched by the Chartered Accountants Education Foundation. The University of Lethbridge, through the Province of Alberta Access to the Future Fund will match both of these gifts ultimately leading to a total contribution of $100,000.
“BDO is proud to support initiatives that mean to strengthen post-secondary institutions in Canada, especially in the area of business management.” said Keith Farlinger, CEO of BDO Dunwoody LLP.
Markin Hall will provide more space and raise the capacity of the University to graduate increased management and health science students. It will also provide enhanced support to management graduates in positions that help sustain growth in Alberta.
“The university sincerely appreciates BDO’s financial support in the construction of Markin Hall,” said Chris Horbachewski, vice-president of Advancement at the University of Lethbridge. “They are helping to create a new state of the art facility that will provide a world-class learning centre for both students and faculty.”
The University of Lethbridge will recognize BDO Dunwoody LLP by naming a project meeting room in Markin Hall in its honour. Markin Hall will house the Faculty of Management and School of Health Sciences, beginning in the fall of 2010.
For more information, media may contact:
Michelle Lee
Manager, National Talent Aquisition
BDO Dunwoody
T: 416-369-6055
E: mlee@bdo.ca
About BDO Dunwoody LLP
BDO Dunwoody LLP is Canada's sixth largest accounting services and advisory firm. Our team serves a highly diverse clientele, which includes owner-managed businesses, large enterprises, mid-market public companies, community organizations, not-for-profit agencies, and professional firms. From agriculture to real estate, technology to union pensions, and aboriginal communities to municipalities, the professionals of BDO Dunwoody have the expertise to handle any business sector.
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