Income is perhaps the most important social determinant of health. Level of income shapes our overall living conditions, affects our view of the world, and influences our health. Income determines the quality of other “social determinants of health” such as food security, housing, and other basic prerequisites of health. [Social Determinants of Health THE CANADIAN FACTS, 2010]
The fact is that every time there is an injection of extra income into a local economy, it creates a “Multiplier Effect.” This Multiplier Effect refers to the increase in final income arising from any new injection of spending. When a job is created, more dollars are entering a local economy, to be spent on local goods and services. For example, if John gets a job, and has $2,500 a month to spend, he will likely spend some of his income on groceries, he may take his wife out for dinner, get some car repairs that were needed and so on. Each of the local businesses that earned those dollars, will then re-spend that money on more local goods and services. This cycle happens several times before the money is finally spent outside the region. The multiplier effect varies, but generally the multiplier effect is thought to be between 3 and 8. In other words, John’s pay of $2,000 has an impact in the local community of between $7,500 and $20,000 every month!
The new Thrift Warehouse in Bancroft has created two full time jobs already (and we’re not even open!). We hope to create more part and/or full time time jobs over the next few months. That’s a lot of economic impact in North Hastings!
7 other advantages of job creation:
1. Job creation increases financial security.
This one may be obvious, but when individuals are unemployed, they often must deplete their savings, incur debt or rely on public and/or private assistance of some kind. Having an income brings more financial security.
2. Job creation results in increased spending, translating into higher sales and profits for businesses.
When a community suffers from high unemployment, it is denied important purchasing power. Local businesses will lack the sales they need to support investment and employment. Additional layoffs may occur, increasing these problems. Job creation provides at least some people with a steady income stream which then has the “multiplier effect” referred to above.
3. Job creation is the key to good physical and mental health.
Individuals who are unemployed/underemployed are more likely to lack health insurance. Parents may be less likely to take their children to the doctor if they cannot afford transportation or worry about paying for medicine. Studies have shown that unemployment is directly related to poorer physical and mental health, and prenatal care. And of course lack of income creates stress and anxiety. Job creation helps improve those issues.
4. Job creation helps alleviate poverty.
Unemployment/underemployment is a major cause of poverty. Job creation is the best antidote as it is contributes to the ability to have adequate housing, sufficient and healthy food, recreational activities and other things that contribute to quality of living.
5. Job creation is good for the elderly.
Many elderly are dependents, and so job creation increases their security by increasing the ability of their children/family to support them. This doesn’t have to be direct financial support, but could also be giving family enough money to drive over frequently to check on mom or dad, help with chores, and purchase necessary items that will help them stay at home.
6. Job creation may allow children to return to school or complete more years of schooling.
Unemployment is directly related to increased school dropouts. Families where the parents are unemployed often need their children of working age to help chip in to support the family. Job creation may allow those children to return to school or complete more years of schooling. In the long run, this results in a more educated, better skilled labor force, increasing productivity, and all the benefits that go along with that.
7. Job creation promotes community.
Unemployment/underemployment not only affects individuals, but high unemployment can depress an entire community. Job creation ignites hope in both individuals and communities, and promotes a positive sense of community.
Thrift Warehouse Bancroft is a social enterprise of SIRCH Community Services.
You can support Thrift Warehouse, and job creation, by:
• Donating clothing, household goods, furniture, lighting, tools and more
• Buying reasonably priced items from Thrift Warehouse – check here first!
Thrift Warehouse Bancroft – 29556 Hwy 28S (between Kawartha Dairy & JJ’s Diner)
GRAND OPENING Sat Apr 4, 2015 10 am (ribbon cutting at 11 am)
Donations of gently used household items being accepted Wed-Fri 10 am – 5 pm
1-844-THRIFT2
Check out Thrift Warehouse Bancroft on Facebook!
Susan Rutherford says
We have a full size pull out sofa and love seat. Both have no stains, rips or damage. Pet free and smoke free environment. Love seat in near perfect condition (5 yrs old) and sofa closer to 10 years has less “plumpness “ in back cushions but otherwise comfy. Our cottage located in wilberforce. Are you able to pick up?
Donna says
Hello, Susan. Thank you so much for thinking of our Thrift Warehouse! Unfortunately, we do not have a pick up service at this time.
John Rowinski says
Hi there, I am wondering if you take used appliances? We are swapping out our stove, washer and dryer at our nearby cottage. The ones we we would be donating are all clean and in good working order. If you do not take these do you know any place in the area that does?
Angelica says
Hi John,
Thank you for your message! We absolutely take used appliances, as long as they are in working order. Please bring your donations to the Thrift Warehouse anytime between 10am and 3pm from Tuesday to Saturday. Thanks for thinking of us!
Heather says
We have a couch in good condition to donate. Are you still open? Looks like you are no longer in business.
Donna says
Thank you for your message! We absolutely take used furniture. Please bring your donations to the Thrift Warehouse anytime between 10am and 3pm from Tuesday to Saturday. Thanks for thinking of us!
catherine says
Would you take a cathrode ray TV with a Sony tv stand if we dropped it off?
Richard Parkinson says
Do you take ceiling light fixtures?
Donna says
We do! Donations are accepted Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Patricia Nesbitt says
Hi , I was wondering if you knew of a place in Haliburton that takes clothes. Specifically winter jackets etc.
Donna says
Hi Patricia: Directly in Haliburton village, the Lily Ann Thrift Store accepts clothing. SIRCH Community Services will also be doing a coat drive later in October/November 2019. Visit https://www.sirch.on.ca for more details on “Share The Warmth.”
Amy says
Looking for a gently used couch and loveseat or couch and recliner as well as end tables and coffee table. Moving to Bancroft end of next week and need some living room furniture
Donna says
Thrift Warehouse Bancroft has lots of furniture in stock. Visit us in-store, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to see our selection. See you there!
Susan says
Do you still have that glass smashing room?
Donna says
No, we no longer have the glass smashing room.
Nadia Gregoire says
We would like to make a large furniture donation. Is it best to call ahead or just show up? Thanks!
Donna says
If it’s just a few items, you can just drop by. If you have a lot (like a room or two’s worth), give us a call beforehand so we can confirm we have the space to receive all your items.
Stacy McLean says
Please call the store at 1-844-847-4382 to arrange donations and for any questions. The store is back open following regional/provincial guidelines.
Lori Tsotsos says
Are you accepting furniture? I have 2 Lazyboy rocker/recliners, a wooden blanket box, and a dresser to donate. Is there somewhere we can drop off these items?
SIRCH Marketing says
Hi Lori,
Yes, we are accepting donations for furniture Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10am to 3 pm. We have a convenient drive through drop off at our Bancroft Warehouse at 141 Hastings Street North Bancroft, ON. We also have a Haliburton Warehouse at 128 Mallard Road Haliburton, ON.
Thanks for thinking of us for your donations!