An $800,000 building renovation is finished at Kortright, Guelph, Ont. The federal government provided funds through its community adjustment fund grant (with the congregation kicking in an extra $39,000), enabling major repair work on the roof, heating system and interior spaces.
Kortright’s suburban neighbourhood lacks a school or community centre, so the renovations mean a safe, updated space is available for social and support groups, youth activities and sports.
In thanksgiving, the church is making a donation to Habitat for Humanity.
The former school building is where the founding members first met back in 1980. The congregation purchased the building in 2005.
Kortright has another reason for thanksgiving: Rev. Alex MacLeod will be joining the congregation Nov. 1 as lead minister. MacLeod served at Knox, Spadina, Toronto, for 14 years. — A.M. with files from Kortright
