Helpers

These stories about the people making positive impacts in our community are made possible through our Community Leaders Program.

New GrandPals program looks to bridge generation gap in Barrie

'If someone has a story, even if they don't think they have, and they love kids, they can get involved in this,' says co-ordinator

Dec 15, 2023 7:15 PM Read more >

Helping men re-enter workforce seems to suit volunteer just fine

Driving force behind Dress for Success Orillia and Barrie branching out with Styled Right-Work Wear for Men

Nov 22, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

'Sense of purpose': Attracting volunteers means getting creative

'We are noticing that there has been a rise in people looking to volunteer virtually,' says Barrie Association of Volunteer Administrators president

Nov 9, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Navy League volunteers help steer young people toward success

'I've been in touch with kids that have aged out of the programs and it's amazing how they become the people that you as parents wanted them to be,' says Barrie branch president

Oct 27, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Probus Club marks 20 years helping retired seniors stay connected

Charter members Tom and Erryle George say they like to attend the monthly presentations to 'challenge their minds'

Oct 13, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

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 >

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