PROJECT STEPPING STONES – FAQ

1. How many phases are there to this project?

Answer: The project has been divided into two (2) main phases. Phase I is designed to allow for occupancy of the current space by completing the internal demising and partition walls; the central washrooms; all external entrance doors and stairs. Phase II will see the completion of the entire facility inclusive of all floor finishes, internal doors, seating, audio and lighting, mechanical & HVAC requirements and office furnishings.

2. What is the cost to complete the entire project?

Answer: The entire project comes in at a price tag of $2.5 million CDN.

3. Why spend so much money on a retrofit, would it not be a better decision to purchase land elsewhere and build your own facility?

Answer: We could purchase land independent of and separate from Downsview Park, however it is not our vision to do so. We are persuaded of the Lord that Downsview is both the place and the community that He has led us to. Thus we are intent on growing and developing as an integral part of the national urban park. Our future vision is to build our facilities in partnership with the vision of Parc Downsview Park to create a sustainable community which serve the needs of our city, country and world.

4. How long is the intended use of this interim facility?

Answer: Our current lease with Parc Downsview Park extends to 2013 with an option for renewal based on the development activities of the national urban park.

5. Will a literal stone be placed within the new facility to commemorate my gift toward its completion?

Answer: Yes, we intend on constructing a very special memorial made from stones etched with the names of every person or family who contributed to the building of this new facility. It is also our long term goal to have this memorial placed in our final facilities as a means of remembering those who helped us to complete this journey. As a donor to Project Stepping Stones your name will be memorialized with us for as long we exist.

6. Is there a fixed deadline for me to make my contribution or to fulfill my pledge?

Answer: As it relates to Phase I we have established a deadline of September 30th, 2009 to receive all pledges in full. You can also pay through instalments if this is more manageable for you. Phase II timelines will be established once we have completed Phase I and have occupied the space. Our goal is to occupy our new facility before the end of 2009.

7. Are you waiting to reach your target goal before starting construction activities?

Answer: No, in order to expedite our construction period and to achieve our target occupancy date we have further sub-divided Phase I. Construction has already began on the internal demising walls and with weekly incoming pledges we intend to continue construction on the other areas without delays or workflow interruptions.

8.  Is my contribution tax deductible.

Answer:  Yes, you can be provided with a tax receipt for Revenue Canada purposes.

9.  How do I send money electronically?

Answer: There are two options:

a. If you bank with any of the 5 major Canadian banks, you may send funds online or    via telephone banking just as you would pay a bill, just follow these simple steps:

• Log in to your profile on your bank’s internet page/Call customer service for telephone banking
• Add a new payee
• Type in “Rhema Christian Ministries”
• Select “Toronto”
• Use “9999” as your account number with Rhema
• Save
  

Rhema has now been added to your list of payees.  You may now send your donation. 

b. Click on DONATE NOW to make your donation.

For further questions you may send an e-mail to info@rhemaonline.ca