Helpers

These stories about the people making positive impacts in our community are made possible through the continued support of Simcoe Building Centre as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Volunteer from day one: Hospice helper honoured to be part of patients' final days

'It’s a privilege to finish the circle of life with someone,' says volunteer Margaret Lalonde

Oct 26, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Candlelighters lighten the load for parents of local children with cancer

'It helps to talk to people that have been there ... It's that hope and the sense of not being alone that's important,' says volunteer and mother of childhood cancer survivor

Sep 27, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Dedicated volunteer keeps Collingwood's Run for the Cure on track

The 20th-annual local CIBC Run for the Cure will be on Oct. 6 at Blue Mountain Village

Aug 26, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Techie Nesters merges business and volunteerism to assist older adults in Collingwood

'Already I have seen the value of the social and technical aid that this group offers for myself and others,' says a new Techie Nester.

Jul 26, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Granting wishes 'so rewarding' for retired nurse

'There's not too many things you do where people are truly so grateful,' says Barbara Gotuaco

Jun 17, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Canadian Sober Eh? show opens up the world of addiction and recovery

'My whole goal is to smash the stigma that people have against addiction,' says Collingwood resident and host of Canadian Sober Eh?

May 20, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

More than cookies, Girl Guide leader finds sweet fulfilment

'I just love the program ... it gives them a taste of so many things,' says local Girl Guides leader Jessica Maitland

Apr 5, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Volunteer fitness instructors share their passion near and far

Local couple has been leading exercise classes for seniors and people with chronic medical conditions for 12 years

Mar 4, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Snow Angels spread kindness and community in Collingwood and beyond

'The easiest way to describe our program is that it’s like a dating site,' says founder of site that connects snow shovellers with people who need help clearing their driveways

Jan 27, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Cancer diagnosis leads to new support group in Collingwood

‘I don’t know how long I’ve got, but this could really help a lot of people. It could make my time effective rather than just feeling sorry for myself,’ says group organizer Frank Tilley

Jan 25, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

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