More Than Vehicles: Our Commitment to the Ottawa Community

At Surgenor Barrhaven Chevrolet Buick GMC, we talk a lot about taking care of our customers.

But taking care of our community?
That matters just as much.

Being part of Ottawa and specifically Barrhaven, Riverside South, and all of the surrounding communities, means more than operating a dealership here. It means showing up. Supporting local initiatives. Giving back in meaningful ways.

And we’re proud to say that community involvement isn’t a side project for us. It’s part of who we are.

A Record-Breaking Year Supporting United Way

In 2025, Surgenor Automotive Group set a new United Way fundraising record, raising over an incredible $113,000.

That number represents more than a milestone. It represents leadership, teamwork, and a shared belief that businesses should play an active role in strengthening the communities they serve.

United Way programs across the National Capital Region support individuals and families facing real challenges, from housing and food security to mental health services and youth development. Being the largest automotive contributor in the region is something we’re extremely proud of, but what matters most is the impact those funds create locally.

Every year we set ambitious goals. Every year our team rises to the occasion.

And that speaks volumes about the people who work here.

Supporting Health and Research in Ottawa

Our commitment doesn’t stop there.

Surgenor Automotive Group proudly supports several important health and research organizations in the Ottawa region, including:

• The Ottawa Hospital Foundation
• The New Ottawa Civic Hospital
• The Montfort Hospital Foundation
• The Ottawa Cancer Foundation
• The MS Society of Canada

These organizations are at the forefront of medical care, research, and patient support in our community. Many of our team members, customers, and families have been directly impacted by the work they do.

Supporting them isn’t just corporate responsibility, it’s personal.

Backing Local Youth and Minor Hockey

Community support also means investing in the next generation.

Through backing local minor hockey initiatives and youth sports programs, we help foster teamwork, discipline, and confidence in young people across Barrhaven and surrounding communities.

Sports build more than athletes, they build character. We’re proud to play a small role in that development.

Customers for Life and Community for Life

Our commitment to “Customers for Life” extends well beyond the showroom floor.

We believe a dealership should be woven into the fabric of its community, not just visible during sales events, but present year-round. Whether it’s fundraising, sponsorship, volunteering, or simply showing up to local events, we aim to contribute in ways that make a real difference.

Because when the community is strong, everyone benefits.

Looking Ahead

Community involvement isn’t something we check off a list once a year. It’s ongoing. It evolves. And it grows with the needs of the people around us.

We’re proud of what has been accomplished so far, especially a record-setting year of support and we’re even more excited about what’s ahead.

To our team, our customers, and our partners: thank you for helping us continue to make a meaningful impact in Ottawa.