Helpers

These stories about the people making positive impacts in our community are made possible through the continued support of The Roxborough Retirement Residence as part of our Community Leaders Program.

HELPERS: Mom’s picture book series empowers children with cancer

Inspired by her daughter’s brain cancer experience, Sarah Bankuti is hoping to donate her books to Southlake and hospitals around the world – but she needs the community’s help

Jul 26, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Newmarket hospice’s teddy bears bring cherished memories to life

Doane House Hospice’s Memory Bears program transforms the special clothing of passed loved ones into beautiful keepsakes

Jun 28, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Backpacks spread 'pawsitivity' to pets in need

'There are many individuals that need support, and we don’t want any family to have to rehome their pet because they don’t have supplies or can’t afford food,' says Ontario SPCA and Humane Society of it new Pawsitive Packs initiative

May 26, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Newmarket teacher passes hockey passion to kids new to the sport

27 kids from Maple Leaf Public School are getting a chance to try the sport, with a team of supporters across the community behind them

Apr 26, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Dog guides give locals a new leash on life

'The Lions Foundation changed my life. My dogs changed my life,' says Bev Berger of her six dog guides

Mar 27, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Newmarket special needs program creates happy place

Locally owned and operated Our Happy Place aims to provide social interaction and life and learning skills for special needs individuals aged 18 to 65

Feb 26, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Free digital literacy courses click with Newmarket

'Some folks just need a little extra push to get started,' says executive director of Literacy Council York-Simcoe, which offers free online courses to improve employment and life skills

Jan 26, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Fitness group encourages neighbours to 'take a hike'

Founded by local dietician Abraham Anjarkouchian, Newmarket Park Walking and Health Group aims to foster friendship through hikes, exercise classes, and other community activities

Dec 31, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Veterinary Outreach provides care for pets, owners facing homelessness

Community Veterinary Outreach of York Region provides essential care for the pets of homeless and vulnerably housed people in the area, along with human health care

Nov 25, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

HELPERS: Newmarket church’s community meals are 'faith in action'

'The world would fall apart without volunteers,' says Christine Way Skinner of St. John Chrysostom Parish’s weekly low-cost meal program fuelled by donors and volunteers

Oct 26, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

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