BC Wildfire Relief Fund
In 2015, WATERAX contributed $1,000 to the BC Wildfire Fund to help those affected by fires in British Columbia. The BC Wildfire Relief Fund allows the Red Cross to move quickly, helping people in dire need of help.

In 2017, WATERAX donated $1,000 to help support those affected by countrywide flooding. Thanks to contributions, the Red Cross was able to help in over 25 municipalities across Canada.

In 2017, WATERAX donated $1,000 to the BC Wildfire Relief Fund to help support thousands of families impacted by dangerous and fast-spreading wildfires. In this critical moment, the Red Cross is supporting the province of British Columbia and local authorities in providing assistance to those affected by the wildfires.

The Granite Mountain Fund supports firefighting as well as the towns and families impacted by fires. WATERAX is proud to support the men and women who protect our forests and most cherished natural resources from the ravages of wildfires. Donations for The Granite Mountain Fund benefit the Wildland Firefighter Foundation, the Eric Marsh Foundation, the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers Foundation, the Prescott Firefighter’s Charities, California Fire Foundation, and Carry The Load.

Jerry Duchaine, a volunteer firefighter and full-time advanced EMT approached WATERAX with a unique project he and his wife had been developing. As he prepared to deploy to Afghanistan with his National Guard unit 8 years ago Jerry found out that his family of two was about to become a family of four! After he returned home 18 months later, one of Jerry’s boys, Stephen, was diagnosed as being on the autism spectrum (luckily on the higher-functioning end). It has been an adjustment for the entire family but fortunately Stephen and his brother Raymond both love the fire service. When he experiences an outburst, it’s his love of the fire service that helps Stephen focus and channel his energies.

The WATERAX team is proud to support Jerry and his family in this amazing project to “Extinguish the Misconceptions of Autism”.

Visit Extinguish the Misconceptions of Autism for the latest updates

WATERAX participated in National Denim Day 2019 to show our support and raise funds to help eradicate breast cancer.

All donations helped:

• Purchase much-needed hospital equipment
• Fund basic and clinical research
• Support community programs that help breast cancer patients and their families

The WATERAX team took part in one of Quebec's most important road races and fundraising runs. The Banque Scotia 21k of Montreal features the Scotiabank Charity Challenge supporting 71 local charitable organizations this year. Fundraisers aimed to surpass last year's record of $1.25 million raised.

WATERAX employees Caroline and Tracy, along with friends, participated in the Mud Girl Run in Montreal, a 5 km event with 17+ accessible and fun obstacles, which raised money for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. There was a lot of mud, foam, slides and fun between girls!

Each EMBA cohort at the the John Molson School of Business is assigned a champion, a well-respected business leader who will remain in contact with the group throughout the two-year program. WATERAX President, Raffaele Gerbasi, was chosen to be the John Molson School of Business 2018-20 EMBA Class Champion.

This annual competition rewards extraordinary companies whose exceptional track records showcase Quebec products, knowledge and expertise around the world. These companies are distinguished by their dynamism, creativity and performance. In 2019, WATERAX is thrilled to have won in two categories, “Export Leader” and “Market Diversification”.

Quebec’s Ministry of Economy and Innovation selected WATERAX President, Raffaele Gerbasi, and Marketing Director, Gabriella Gerbasi, to showcase their HR best business practices, which have helped make the company a leading employer.