New Hamburg man claims another win in Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigade draw

Wayne Simpson of New Hamburg receives his $550 cheque from Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigade member Blain Bechtold after winning this month’s 50/50 raffle draw. Peter Gingerich photo

By Gary West

Wayne Simpson of New Hamburg has done it again, adding another $550 to his bank account after winning the monthly 50/50 cash raffle held by the Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigade.

Simpson has become something of a perennial winner, but he says there’s no mystery to it – he simply participates every month. He laughed as he shared his usual advice: “If you don’t enter the draw, you can’t win.”

Simpson is well known in his neighbourhood for his willingness to help others, especially when winter weather hits.

“I’m always willing and able to help anyone in need, especially when it comes to shovelling snow,” he said.

Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigade president Peter Gingerich extended thanks to all area residents who continue to support the monthly draw. Funds raised help preserve and store historic fire equipment once used by local brigades in Baden and surrounding communities, as well as restored pieces from other areas of the country.

The volunteer-run brigade hosts an annual open house and barbecue each summer, inviting the public to explore its collection of antique fire trucks and firefighting artifacts. Gingerich hopes supporters and newcomers alike will stop by their Baden location next year to see the impressive display.