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These stories about the people making positive impacts in our community are made possible through the continued support of
Barber & Haskill
as part of our
Community Leaders Program
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Local retiree supplies a doll a day for kids at hospital
June O’Leary has knit over more than Izzy dolls for children that come to GBGH since she started knitting the dolls about six years ago and shows no signs of stopping
May 9, 2023 12:14 PM
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HELPERS:
Sanity cornerstone of local volunteer’s life’s work
Lorna Tomlinson continues to volunteer at the organization she helped build from the ground up to give her life structure, and because charities and thriving communities rely on volunteers to make it all work
Apr 13, 2023 7:29 AM
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Seeing grief as companion, not enemy, key for hospice volunteer
Joanne Byrick, who lost her son Ben when he was 24, says bereavement is about learning to live with grief and share in the sadness, joy and laughter of the life the person lived
Mar 12, 2023 2:43 PM
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HELPERS: Variety is truly the spice of life for local volunteer
Few are as fit for volunteering as local charmed retiree Wendy (Birdie) Roper who can’t stop moving
Feb 8, 2023 2:43 PM
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From camper to volunteer for this future leader
14-year-old volunteers at the camp she once attended at BGC North Simcoe, which she points out feels like 'just one big family'
Jan 9, 2023 2:43 PM
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HELPERS:
Volunteer making connections with Métis culture
'There is this misconception that we’re First Nations,' volunteer says, noting the Métis bridge cultures between the European and Indigenous communities
Dec 9, 2022 7:29 AM
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Crafty Penetang Legion volunteer brings warmth to others
Local volunteer has been knitting blankets and dolls to bring comfort and joy to others both locally and around the world for more than 30 years
Nov 8, 2022 2:43 PM
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HELPERS: 'Phenomenal experience,' joy in guiding adult learners
At the Gateway Centre for Learning, Catharine Gastmeier has helped adults who struggle with literacy learn to read since 2017. 'It’s a phenomenal experience'
Oct 8, 2022 2:43 PM
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Killing it on stage: Volunteer’s love of theatre a family affair
'It’s like you’re a member of a really fun club that’s sole purpose is to put on plays,' explains Maggie Killing, a volunteer set designer, painter and decorator with almost 25 years’ experience with Huronia Players
Sep 8, 2022 7:29 AM
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Wowing people with inspiring knowledge of nature at Wye Marsh
Dorothy Harper has volunteered at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre for nearly 30 years and has the wealth of wetland knowledge to prove it
Aug 8, 2022 2:43 PM
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