ABOUT BARC
Our Partners
PARTNER HIGHLIGHTS
See How Our Partnerships Are Making A Splash To Restore Hamilton Harbour and Educate Our Community
PARTNERS
ArcelorMittal |
 ArcelorMittal is committed to the hands-on restoration of our waterways and fostering young environmental leaders through education programming. Restoring native vegetation in Cootes Paradise Marsh relies on volunteers, such as ArcelorMittal's Team Orange, who plant several thousand plants each summer. |
City of Hamilton
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 The City of Hamilton encourages action-oriented initiatives that protect, rehabilitate, and enhance the natural environment. With local impacts of climate change becoming visible, the City of Hamilton is committed to increasing biodiversity and achieving clean air, soil, and water for our community. With their support, BARC is able to deliver environmental education to students across the Hamilton Harbour watershed and engage young leaders in local environmental action. |
Dundas Turtle Watch |
 Dundas Turtle Watch protects, monitors, and advocates for turtles in Hamilton. Their group of volunteers can be found in the early morning of turtle nesting season helping vulnerable turtles cross busy streets and tending to wildlife who have been struck by traffic. Increasingly, Dundas Turtle Watch has made positive impacts on turtle safety and public education about the importance of local turtles. |
Employment and Social Development Canada |
 Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is working to improve the quality of life and standard of living for all Canadians. Through their Canada Summer Jobs program, ESDC is helping youth succeed and providing them meaningful employment experience. Their efforts have contributed to an inclusive labour market and highly skilled Canadians in the workplace. |
Environment and Climate Change Canada |
 Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is taking action to protect and restore the Great Lakes. Through the Great Lakes Protection Initiative, ECCC is working to address the most pressing environmental challenges that impact Great Lakes water quality and ecosystem health. Locally, ECCC commits to the restoration of Areas of Concern, such as Hamilton Harbour. |
Green Spaces | United Nations Association in Canada |
 Green Spaces sees youth empowerment as a crucial step for Canada to showcase its climate action leadership in accordance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In response, the United Nations Association in Canada Green Spaces program supports youth employment opportunities. Green Spaces is an innovative student youth initiative, designed to provide passionate young Canadians with work-integrated learning opportunities. |
Hamilton Industrial Environmental Association
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 Hamilton Industrial Environmental Association (HIEA) partners with community partners to improve the natural environment locally. HIEA is made up of representatives from private sector industries who are committed to improving their environmental performance. As a link between industry, environmental associations, and the public, HIEA strives to foster a cleaner and healthier Hamilton. |
James L. Baillie Memorial Fund of Bird Studies Canada |
 The James L. Baillie Memorial Fund enables the community to gain an understanding and appreciation of Canadian birds in their natural environment. With the Baillie Fund, Bird Studies Canada strives for the conservation of wild birds of Canada and public education about local species. Sound science, on-the-ground actions, innovative partnerships, public engagement, and science-based advocacy are focal points for their bird conservation work. |
LUSH Cosmetics |
 LUSH takes on the responsibility of advocating for the environment, animals, and people in need. By committing to grassroots organizations, sustainable use of natural resources, and resilient communities, LUSH is able to make on-the-ground impacts globally. Stories of community building, restoration, and protection of animals are at the core of LUSH’s ethical giving efforts. |
Royal Bank of Canada |
 The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) are leaders in supporting sustainable management of water and combating the negative effects of climate change. RBC strives to make a difference in communities where they do business and contribute to healthier, greener neighbourhoods locally. When it comes to issues such as climate change, RBC is committed to planning for the future and addressing issues head on. |
The McLean Foundation |
 The McLean Foundation has given out over $50 million to organizations that contribute to vibrant, engaged, and healthy communities. From arts to conservation, the McLean Foundation is vital to the sustainable development and progress of Canadian cities. |
SUPPORTERS
Individual Donors and Event Supporters |
We would like to thank all of our individual donors as well as those who support our Dragonboat and Winter Event fundraisers. Winter Event SupportersBARC held its annual Winter Evening by the Bay fundraiser on March 6th 2019. Over 100 supporters were in attendance enjoying each other's company set against a beautiful view of Hamilton Harbour, along with great food and live music. Bidding over items in the silent auction was fierce, but fun! We gratefully acknowledge the following people and organizations for their support of this event: Alexe & Warren Somers Allure Fitness Amanda Farquharson Andy Sebestyen ArcelorMittal Dofasco Art Gallery of Burlington AVESI Stormwater & Landscape Solutions Beyond the Batter Bob and Karen Edmondson Burlington Sailing & Boating Club Burlington Preforming Arts Centre Callie Archer Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum Chris McLaughlin Collective Arts Brewing Conservation Halton Cynthia Meyer David McLaughlin Donna Reid, The Hamilton Store Grain and Grit Beer Co. Grand River Conservation Authority Hamilton Area Fly Fishers & Tyers (HAFFT) Hamilton Conservation Authority Hamilton Indoor Go Karts Hamilton Naturalist's Club Hamilton Waterfront Trust Heidi Scarfone Artist & Rug Hooker Hopeful Creations Ingrid Bowen & Rachel Bowen Irene and Ross Bowen Iroquois Bruce Trail Club Julian D'Angela & Ancaster Film Festival Julie Maue Karen Logan, All Sorts Gallery Kayla Whitney Linda Horsky Reflexologist Little Ray's Reptile Zoo and Nature Centre Michael McGlashon My-Thai Nancy Bouchier and Ken Cruikshank Nature's Scene Nova Reesor, Waterdown Massage and Wellness Clinic Ontario Federation of Angler and Hunters Pale Blue Dot Paul Elia Paull Rodrigue Peter Simmelink Royal Botanical Gardens Ross Johnson Piano Techniques Scott Barnim Pottery Suzanne Gibson Symphony on the Bay The Jelly Brothers The Painted Bench The Zoetic The Water Street Canoe Company Totally Print Tourism and Culture Division, City of Hamilton True Hamiltonian Dragonboat Supporters Thank you to Chinook Paddles for their generous donation of a dragonboat paddle for our raffle. |
FRIENDS
Hamilton Port Authority |
 The Hamilton Port Authority works with community partners to support prosperity and quality of life in Hamilton. They are committed to environmental sustainability, economic growth, and community building locally. |
Hamilton Waterfront Trust |
 The Hamilton Waterfront Trust is dedicated to developing spaces and activities which enhance public access to the water’s edge and enjoyment of Hamilton’s waterfront. |
McMaster University |
 McMaster University believes in the discovery, communication and preservation of knowledge. Their aim is to serve the social, cultural and economic needs of our community and our society. |
Royal Botanical Gardens |
 Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) is the largest botanical garden in Canada and is committed to horticulture, conservation, science and education. The RBG partners with BARC every year on our Classroom Mini Marsh program, which gives out over 300 marsh kits to teachers across the region. With support from the RBG, our Classroom Mini Marsh program reached more than 8,500 students in 2019! |
