Helpers

These stories about the people making positive impacts in our community are made possible through the continued support of Dr. Hopkins & Associates Optometry as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Niagara sends kids back to school with confidence

The BIG Start program provides a back-to-school shopping trip and school supplies for Niagara kids.

Jul 24, 2024 1:35 PM Read more >

Ride for Dad a family affair for NOTL'S Matt King

Over the first 14 years the Niagara Ride for Dad has raised almost $800,000 for prostate cancer research, initiatives and awareness

Jun 13, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Carrie Plaskett is a triple-threat community volunteer

Soccer Club, Wolves Minor Hockey and Crossroads Public School all benefit from the nurse's love of sports and giving back to her community

May 27, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Big Brothers Big Sisters helping children and youth flourish

'Children are our future, and we need to invest in them,' says one Big Sister

Apr 24, 2024 11:42 AM Read more >

It takes a Community Crew to feed students in Thorold schools

The nonprofit provides free speciality lunches at Prince of Wales and Ontario Public School; 'Our program is designed to help those kids that fall in between the cracks'

Jan 30, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

Toolbox concludes 7th annual campaign with help from new friends

The organization teamed up with CAA Niagara to deliver their most successful campaign to date; 'It’s always been my vision for everyone to come together'

Dec 7, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >

Teenager shares love of vintage film with local seniors

14-year-old Holden Dittrick has found a captive audience in the seniors at Cobblestone Gardens; 'It brings me joy watching them laugh and having fun'

Nov 27, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >

Newcomers Club celebrates 45 years of welcoming women to the area

The St. Catharines and District Newcomers Club celebrated its 45th anniversary over the weekend with a high tea at the Thorold Seniors' Centre

Oct 23, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >

Thorold Craft Ladies get together to give back

Every Tuesday afternoon a group of women get together at the Thorold Seniors' Centre to craft goods for those in need; 'You have to do three good deeds a day'

Oct 1, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >

Thorold's Craft Ladies get together to give back

Every Tuesday afternoon a group of women get together at the Thorold Seniors' Centre to craft goods for those in need; 'You have to do three good deeds a day'

Sep 19, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >

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