January 2025

2024 Patronage Dividend

Times have changed. As a telecommunications company, Hay must constantly review and improve our services and our practices. Over the years our customer base has changed as well. 93% of our members now subscribe to our internet service. It’s time for our patronage dividend to reflect that change.

Patronage is a unique way that cooperative corporations have to reward customer loyalty. Annually the Board of Directors of Hay reviews results and decides if the company is in a position to return a patronage dividend to it’s members.

For 2024 the Board has approved a patronage credit of 5% of eligible internet service fees to those members with accounts in good standing. It will appear as a credit on the January 1, 2025 statement.

Over $265,000 will be returned to our members.

Thank you for your patronage.

Congratulations
Carter Ivatts
Fanshawe College
Commercial Flight and Aviation Program

Career Plans & Goals
Upon completing my studies at Fanshawe College in the spring of 2026, I aim to secure a position as a flight instructor to accumulate Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours. Following this, I plan to obtain my IATRA certification and apply to Jazz Aviation. My goal is to build my flight hours to 1,500, which will enable me to take the ATPL exam. Ultimately, I aspire to transition to a position with Air Canada, where I hope to become a captain and lead a team.

Congratulations
Danika McPherson-Zachar
Huron University
Honours Specialization in English and Cultural Studies and Scholar’s Electives

Career Plans & Goals
Looking into the future, after my undergraduate graduation, I intend to go to law school and study to become a lawyer. I would like to continue studying close to home, at a school such as Western, to continue to be involved in the Huron County community.

Congratulations
Hannah McKillop
Carleton University
BSc. Honours Neuroscience and Mental Health, Minor in Biology

Career Plans & Goals
I have recently applied to medical school in hopes of fulfilling my career goal of becoming a medical doctor. Through this career path I plan to return to my local community to improve the level of health care in the area, providing patients with the best possible care and support. My goal in this career is to work as a family doctor in underserved communities to create more accessible health care. I strive to improve the lives of as many people as possible in my community through patient focused care. 

Congratulations
Robert Brunet
Western University
Mechatronics Systems Engineering

Career Plans & Goals
Ultimately my goal is to lead teams in creating next-generation mechatronic systems that prioritize efficiency, adaptability, and environmental responsibility. I envision myself working in a leadership role within an R&D department, where I can influence the direction of project, mentor emerging engineers, and drive innovations that address both industry needs and societal challenges. Through my work, I am committed to fostering sustainable technological advancement and contributing to a future where engineering breakthroughs empower people and positively impact our world.