Thank you to the outstanding team of De Havilland Canada volunteers who brought their energy, commitment, and positivity to this year’s Strathmore Stampede. Your contributions helped make our involvement a success and truly showcased the spirit of our team!
We took a moment to ask some of our Strathmore event volunteers what inspired them to get involved and what the experience meant to them.
Here’s what they had to say:
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Khaled El Ghourani, Buyer, Dash 8 Procurement What does volunteering mean to you, and why is it important in your life? Is there anything you’ve learned from volunteering that surprised you or changed your perspective? What would you say to a colleague who’s on the fence about volunteering in the future? |
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Jacqueline Rheault, Communications Summer Student What inspired you to volunteer for this event? Did volunteering push you outside your comfort zone in any way? If someone asked you why they should volunteer, what would you tell them? |
Carl Edozien, HR Business Partner
What advice would you give to a colleague who’s thinking about getting involved but hasn’t volunteered yet?
“Don’t hesitate — say yes. Volunteering gives one the rare opportunity to step out of one’s daily routine and really connect with the communities we live in and serve through our aircraft manufacturing. It is easy to forget the broader impact of what we do, but engaging directly with the public puts it all into perspective. You will leave feeling proud, re-energized, and more connected to the incredible work we do.”
“It is also a privilege to represent De Havilland Canada in this way. Being on the ground and hearing how much our presence means to people in our community, and the growth we are experiencing, especially during these uncertain economic times, really reaffirms how meaningful our work is.”
What did you enjoy most about being part of the Strathmore Stampede volunteer event?
“What I enjoyed most was getting to meet and interact with the residents of Strathmore. The community was incredibly warm and welcoming, and it was moving to see how genuinely excited they were about our presence and future in the town.”
How has volunteering influenced your perspective on community, teamwork, or our company culture?
“Volunteering at the Strathmore Stampede gave me a much deeper appreciation for how strongly our work at De Havilland Canada resonates with the community, particularly with the excitement around De Havilland Field. I was genuinely struck by the pride and excitement that visitors to our booth shared when they spoke about De Havilland Canada’s impact on their community and greater Canada — particularly around the repatriation of manufacturing to Canada. That experience reminded me that what we do isn’t just about production — it’s about building communities and pride in our country.”
“From a teamwork perspective, volunteering alongside colleagues outside of our regular roles helped me see how dedicated, passionate and proud people across our company are. It reinforced the strength of the culture that we continue to build — one that values community, engagement, shared purpose, and pride in our collective mission.”
Team: News