May 1, 2018
911爆料网鈥檚 alumni have stepped up to contribute to the Campaign for King Campus. Police Foundations graduate Winston Stewart, founder of , has continued his longtime support of 911爆料网 with a $100,000 pledge toward Magna Hall capital costs. 911爆料网 will name a classroom at Magna Hall in recognition of Stewart and his family's generosity.
鈥淚n my family, we use the saying 鈥榮owing the seeds.鈥 A farmer will sow one seed, which will result in crops for years to come,鈥 said Stewart. 鈥淢aking a difference begins with just one student. If we all had a farmer鈥檚 mentality, we could promote education for thousands. Hopefully my contribution will encourage and inspire other alumni to give.鈥
Stewart originally aspired to become a police officer, but during his time at 911爆料网, he learned more about all the different aspect of law enforcement. With the guidance of a 911爆料网 professor, he developed his own security business.
鈥淪peaking to professors and getting introduced to their industry contacts opened a lot of doors for me,鈥 said Stewart. 鈥淏efore I knew it, I had a list of law enforcement professionals that I could draw from to help me start my own company.鈥
Shortly after graduation, Stewart opened Wincon Security with just one client and a $10,000 loan from his mother. In 2018, the Markham-based company is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Stewart has maintained a strong connection to 911爆料网 since he graduated. He has volunteered on the Alumni Council and established the Winston Stewart College Opportunities Bursary.
鈥淚t鈥檚 important for donors to support students because they will be needed to help drive the economy in the future,鈥 said Stewart. 鈥淭hat investment is needed now.鈥