Helpers

These stories about the people making positive impacts in our community are made possible through the continued support of Peggy Hill Remax Hallmark Realty as part of our Community Leaders Program.

As isolation sets in, deaf seniors find ways to connect at Rumball

South-end Barrie facility provides tight-knit community; 'They move in here, they come together. And quite often they'll say, 'Oh, that was my classmate,'' says longtime staffer

Sep 28, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Free one-day 'boot camp' helps to kick-start new careers

'It is encouraging to see people willing to take a day of their spare time to up-skill and take advantage of this amazing program,' says official

Sep 14, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Volunteer couple helps needy families with food, clothing

'It will be well worth your time. It may sound corny, but ‘together we can really make Barrie a better place for all,' Lisa Whalen says of Barrie Families Unite

Aug 31, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Hospice Simcoe volunteer helps people through final journey

Hospice Simcoe volunteer Carol Holden describes Barrie facility as 'nothing short of magical'

Aug 17, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Cut above: Hairstylists help homeless people improve self-esteem

'Everybody is somebody! It could be anybody's brother, sister, son, or daughter. I just feel that they need to be humanized,' says Sharon Smith

Aug 3, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Volunteer helps seniors stay fit, connected for healthier life

VON running 74 SMART exercise classes in Barrie each week at 36 different sites; 'It's important to keep the feeling light and have a few laughs, too,' says Rosemary Mowat

Jul 20, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Volunteers key to Living Green's three-decade success story

Executive director says it takes 'a special kind of plucky optimist' to forge ahead with environmental work these days

Jul 6, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Civic involvement inspires young volunteer at Painswick library

'When I work at the library, I become the first smile that someone sees when they walk through the door,' says Phoenix Gray

Jun 22, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

IT experts helping small-business owners fortify online security

Free interactive session with local experts taking place June 20 at Sandbox Centre

Jun 8, 2023 7:30 PM Read more >

'Very zen': Firebird Community Cycle ready to soar

'When I saw the mass of jumbled bikes and parts in the shipping containers on my first day at the shop, I felt I was in heaven,' says volunteer mechanic

May 25, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

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