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Western kicks off 2026/27 United Way campaign
Annual chili kickoff marks the start of a new campaign
Western kicks off 2026/27 United Way campaign
Annual chili kickoff marks the start of a new campaign
Western kicks off 2026/27 United Way campaign
Annual chili kickoff marks the start of a new campaign
Communications Staff
Western launched its 2026/27 United Way campaign with a chili lunch — with live music and sunny skies as the backdrop.
The event, which drew nearly 200 people, raised $1,660 in support of this year's campaign.
Western Campaign Chair, Melissa White and United Way Elgin Middlesex, President and CEO, Kim Tetley shared remarks, thanking the community for their ongoing support.
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Western staff serving up the chili lunch.

Western staff and United Way Elgin Middlesex staff.

Western Campaign Chair, Melissa White addresses the crowd.

United Way Elgin Middlesex, President and CEO, Kim Tetley.

Kim Tetley address the crowd of attendees.

Staff members from Facilities Management enjoy the chili lunch.

Chris Alleyne and Kim Tetley at the chili lunch.

Staff from Human Resources and Ivey Business School.

The kickoff included live music.

Staff from Western Libraries enjoy the chili lunch.

Staff from Western Human Resources enjoying the chili lunch.

Members of the Student Experience team attended the kickoff event.

Western Libraries staff members enjoyed the sunshine, live music and chili.

Western staff from Human Resources, Housing and the office of the President, enjoy the chili lunch.