Helpers

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.

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 Read more >

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 Read more >

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 Read more >

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 Read more >

HELPERS: Paying it forward at Port Café feeds many in need

The Port Café in Port McNicoll has a suspended board that allows those in need to have a meal generously provided by other customers in the ultimate random act of kindness

Jul 7, 2022 12:24 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Local senior volunteers with Native Friendship Centre to share knowledge

Lorraine Lacroix is a force of nature and uses her passion to keep the Sisters in Spirit walk going

Apr 20, 2022 7:29 AM Read more >

(Helpers): Saving lives priceless for Southern Georgian Bay Airboat Rescue group (5 photos)

When two snowmobilers died near her home, Christina Wood looked for a way to stop that from happening again

Mar 23, 2022 7:29 AM Read more >

HELPERS: Nourishing those in need with the Georgian Bay Food Network

Paul Stack has volunteered with the storefront-style food bank since it opened in December, and he’s been busy

Feb 22, 2022 7:29 AM Read more >

HELPERS: A village full of volunteers like Betty Laurin would spread a lot of cheer

Betty Laurin has volunteered for We Are The Villagers — a charity that helps children participate in extracurricular activities — for six years and shows no signs of stopping

Jan 21, 2022 7:29 AM Read more >

You need a big heart to improve someone’s quality of life

Wendy McKinnon has volunteered with CLH for a few years helping provide developmental support services to more than 2,000 adults, youth, children and their families 

Dec 20, 2021 7:29 AM Read more >

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