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.

Thorold volunteer aims to improve lives of older adults

Jean D’Amelio-Swyer has spent the last decade trying to make Thorold a better place for older adults; 'Volunteering is really good for both your mental, physical, and social well-being'

Aug 25, 2022 11:30 AM Read more >

The women who put Port Robinson on the map

For the past eight years, 'Port Robinson Proud' has given a voice to the small community on the banks of the Welland Canal; 'I think we’ve been a very loud political voice but we’ve been positive'

Jul 18, 2022 2:15 PM Read more >

Port Robinson neighbours come together for Ukrainian family

A group of neighbours is organizing a benefit for a Ukrainian family that recently settled in Canada; 'I couldn’t imagine what that would be like to have to leave everything behind and start over'

Jun 28, 2022 2:57 PM Read more >

Thorold welcomes 'fantastic' new group of volunteer firefighters

Graduation ceremony was held Monday night for the new batch of volunteers; 'We rely on them to back up our staff and to be there for the city when they need them'

Jun 21, 2022 1:33 PM Read more >

City fetes parade founder, longtime seniors volunteer

The Thorold Senior Citizens of the Year Awards were handed out Wednesday; the annual awards honour two older adults for their contributions to the community

Jun 16, 2022 9:38 AM Read more >

Helpers: Symons gears up for another summer helping the vulnerable

Big-hearted Thorold community advocate ready to do his part for Niagara – and Ukraine

Apr 12, 2022 12:42 PM Read more >

HELPERS: 'Women have to stick together,' says Thorold driver after car-savvy Samaritan shows up

Joscelyne was on her way to an overnight job when everything went south — but a helping hand emerged

Apr 2, 2022 5:28 PM Read more >

Homeowners ensure former blacksmith shop 'will never be a townhouse, or an apartment, or a McDonald's'

Thanks to the tireless efforts of Heritage Thorold volunteers, the city now has the honour of claiming the most designated properties per capita in Ontario, boosting Thorold's attractiveness to residents and tourists.

Nov 29, 2021 10:07 AM Read more >

'Knighthood in organized merciful action'

Known for their beef-on-a-bun fundraisers, the Thorold Knights of Columbus have been helping Thorold and Niagara since 1921

Nov 15, 2021 1:08 PM Read more >

Three Acts of Kindness Every Day

Thorold senior spends her entire life repaying kindnesses shown to her as a child

Oct 14, 2021 1:57 PM Read more >

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