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.

Collingwood widow's mission to climb Kilimanjaro for higher purpose

'Through the tears, the pain, and the darkness, Kilimanjaro is my proclamation that I am still here,' says Averil Shadd, who is training for the feat and hopes to raise $50,000 to support widows living in poverty

Jul 12, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Georgian Bay Forever launches 5th-annual shoreline cleanup

Shoreline cleanups unite volunteers in protecting and preserving the bay's beauty

Jun 9, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Cyclist from Collingwood to bike across Canada for mental health

Braden Usher will begin the 8,000-kilometre ride across Canada on May 8

May 2, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Local couple continues to support Ukrainians here and overseas

'There is still a lot more we can do,' said Andy Tereshyn, formerly a resident of Ukraine now living in Collingwood

Mar 6, 2023 2:05 PM Read more >

Volunteer drivers needed to keep Wheels of Hope turning

Program provides rides to cancer treatment sessions for patients, only one driver working in Collingwood right now

Mar 2, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Young Professionals hitting the slopes for better healthcare

Retro-themed ski day will raise funds for MRI machine for Collingwood General and Marine Hospital

Jan 17, 2023 12:33 PM Read more >

Local woman named Alpine Ontario volunteer of the year

Kris Baird, a Wasaga Beach resident, has received the Alpine Ontario Fasken Volunteer of the Year Award.

Jan 1, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

First Shift program gives girls a low-cost intro to hockey

38 local girls are benefitting from this year's program, which includes gear and training to lower the barrier of entry into the sport

Dec 1, 2022 7:00 PM Read more >

Local company offers no-charge house cleaning to cancer patients

Christine Mountain is working with a non-profit to support local cancer patients with the gift of a clean home

Oct 31, 2022 10:00 AM Read more >

Alzheimer Society looking for help to add Collingwood services

Within the last month, the South Georgian Bay area has become the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County's highest referral source, without a physical office here, they need community support to offer services

Sep 30, 2022 5:00 PM Read more >

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