Gratuities are often given to anyone who goes beyond the call of duty in executing a service or providing inspiration. In the service industry some might use the term ‘tip’. I learnt the Spanish word ‘propina’ years ago when my then Mexican landlord wanted remuneration for closing my window as the sun set in my absence. Honourariums are also a form of showing gratitude for assistance. While gratuities are not required, they certainly are appreciated. There is an opportunity to do so here. All you have to do is click the link below, and make a donation in the currency of your choice.
These financial “Thank you” gifts contribute to support my pro-bono work or pay-what-you-can clientele. Consider your gift an opportunity to pay-it-forward. Paypal can accommodate multiple currencies within the same account. Please feel free to contribute in your local currency or the currency of your choice.
Alternatives to Paypal
Here in Canada it is easy to send someone an E-transfer through online banking with just an email address. Most people are familiar with this method. Unfortunately this option is limited to those with Canadian Bank accounts.
Arrangements can also be made for payment via cheque(Check). I can accept not only Canadian cheques but also American Checks written from US bank accounts in USD funds. Because 80-90% of Canadians reside close to the border and travel to the US regularly, many of us have a USD account in addition to our primary savings/chequing accounts. The USD checks have to be manually brought to the bank, so allowing for a week in the mail and time for me to make it to the bank it may take 2-5 weeks to clear your account. Feel free to pop me an email if you require my postal mailing address.
There is also Western Union. Western Union is in over 100 countries around the world with Kiosks inside variety of stores, (corner or grocery stores as well as banks and advanced pay day/Money mart places.). If you make a deposit, give them my name, they’ll give you a transaction code, Pass that transaction code to me, and I can then pick up the funds at a branch near me on my next trip into town. 😉
Tips & Propinas
Gratuities are like hugs,without touching.
Thank you, your gift is greatly appreciated and will be used wisely.
