“Hato Hone St John is deeply grateful for the generous support from Canary. Canary’s donations have made it possible for us to renew our Accessibility Tick this year - an achievement we would not have been able to reach without Canary’s help. This renewal has strengthened our connection with the New Zealand Disability Employers Network (NZDEN), providing us with valuable guidance and recommendations to track our progress in becoming a more inclusive employer for people with access challenges. Beyond our workplace, this commitment extends to the diverse communities we serve, ensuring that inclusivity remains at the heart of what we do. It was especially important to us that funds raised by a disability-focused group are reinvested to support and uplift the disability community. Thank you, Canary, for being part of this meaningful journey with us.”

"We appreciate Canary’s support of our 50+ senior programs. Your generosity helps us create meaningful experiences for our community. Thanks to this funding, we’ve been able to offer affordable bus trips for our 50+ group (older adults) to Raglan, Tauranga, and Auckland. Many participants are on tight budgets, and these trips provide a valuable opportunity to connect, explore, and enjoy a change of scenery. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many attendees calling these outings a highlight of their year. Your contribution also helped make our annual Treats in the Park Halloween event a success. Nearly 2,000 children registered for treats, and thousands more attended, filling Elliott Park with excitement, laughter, and community spirit. Working with The Canary Organisation has been really great, and we’re truly grateful for your support in strengthening our community."

"Canary’s donations have been used to assist to fund our In-House & Community Peer Support, who educate and enable people with Spinal Cord Injuries and their whānau to access the necessary support and services to live well and have equal opportunities to participate in social, economic, and cultural live of the community."

"When individuals abuse these accessible carparks, it removes our freedom of movement. For some of us valid permit holders, we feel less than human being unable to get out of our vehicles. By spearheading a new innovative approach, Canary is tackling this problem head-on. I believe that best part about this initiative, is no-one is personally confronted, it's done remotely. You're leading the way Canary."

"It's been so much better. For years I had trouble finding a park because of people taking the parks...It’s been so nice not having to worry about that anymore with the new supermarket."

"Despite me getting a little huffy about the ticket, your response was excellent, and much appreciated. I totally agree that people without permits should not use the parks, and unfortunately, it requires monitoring. The cameras are a great idea. Way fewer people use those parks now."

"When I contacted your people, they were most obliging and very helpful. Once I showed the card information the situation was dealt with immediately. Major Kudos to your team"

"… I forgot to put it out, but I called and your team was very helpful and got it sorted in one call. It's been so much better since you've started enforcing these rules. For years, I've struggled with finding a park due to people misusing the spots."

"Canary Organisation have been great. They are good at responding and communication. They have compassion and understanding if you have a permit holder. Working down at this shopping center and being the customer side personally we have witnessed physical attacks in disabled parks towards permit holders, from others that want to selfishly park without a permit. Thank you both Nawton community and Canary org. It be great to get that high % down. Hopefully Nawton, our community can support you."

"Hallelujah. I'm so pleased this is happening!!! I'm so grateful to hear this is happening! My husband has been in and out of a wheelchair for awhile now, and we have had many frustrating moments with others using the carparks not designed for them. So this is awesome"