#NiagaraMyWay Spotlight on Local: 'The Giving Tree' at Vermeer's Garden Centre

Thank you to local Resident, Deborah-Marie Vanhell for her #niagaramyway shout out in support of Vermeer’s Garden Centre. Join with us as we celebrate local by sharing posts from Niagara residents shouting out about their positive experiences at their favourite local businesses! PLEASE remember to include hashtag #niagaramyway – we’ll be monitoring and resharing the LOCAL❤

Vermeer’s Garden Centre is a family owned and operated business since 1961.

The store has grown substantially over the years offering:

• Indoor plant life with Niagara Region’s largest tropical plant selection

• Outdoor plant life

• Fresh floral like no other flower shop you’ve seen

• Home décor, along with a large selection of giftware and fashion items

• Patio furniture, decorations, fountains, etc.

“A few years ago we started a tradition called The Giving Tree in which we donated the proceeds from the sale of a specific ornament to local charities. The Giving Tree ornament for 2021 is a beautiful acrylic dove. We also have a festive red cardinal and acrylic snowflakes available while supplies last. Help us continue this wonderful tradition and raise money to support Open Arms Mission, Rose City Kids and Pathstone Mental Health. Giving tree ornaments are $6.99 each and are available for purchase both in-store and online.

If you are purchasing a floral arrangement or indoor mixed planter for someone special, consider having it gift-wrapped! The cost of gift-wrapping is $2 per item (no tax), but for the month of November all of the proceeds from our $2 giftwrapping charge will be donated to Gillian’s Place. Please note that we only gift-wrap using clear cellophane and ribbon. We do not have any wrapping paper or decorative bags. ” ~Vermeer’s Garden Centre via November 9, 2021 eNewsletter

Merry & Bright – A Night of Lights at Vermeer’s (held November 18, 2021)

“Thank you for attending our Merry & Bright – A Night of Lights fundraising event this past Thursday, November 18th! We sincerely hope that you enjoyed seeing and walking through our mesmerizing Christmas displays all the while contributing to a wonderful cause.As a result of your immense generosity, 2,146 pounds of food donations were collected and together we raised $13, 761.95 for Open Arms Mission of Welland Inc!
Your support will have a tremendous positive impact on those in need in our community.

Our thanks and appreciation goes out to Open Arms Mission for collecting donations during the event, Giant Tiger for their generous monetary and gift card donation, as well as Tim Hortons on Rice Road in Welland for donating hot chocolate to be enjoyed by all attendees. Special thanks to the talented musicians, Marcela, Luis, and Brody, who performed throughout the evening.” ~Vermeer’s Garden Centre via Facebook