BARRIE, Ont. — Freshii has opened a new location at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ont., marking the brand’s second location in the city owned and operated by Salim Bardai.
The opening is especially meaningful for Bardai and his wife Sheena. Less than four years ago, their son Jordan received critical care at the hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Inspired by their personal story, the new location held a fundraiser to raise money for the NICU. The campaign raised $3,000 in support of a refresh for the NICU ward.
“It’s an emotional connection for us,” says Bardai. “We feel we’re bringing our son back home where he first started.”
“We are delighted to see Salim expand his business in such a special and meaningful way,” says Chris Cann, brand leader at Freshii. “We are committed to helping our customers to live happier and healthier lives, and with Salim and his team, we have an opportunity to offer visitors to the hospital a fresh and healthy meal option that tastes great – and raise some money along the way.”
