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Volunteers needed to bring AnimalSmart program to classrooms

Volunteers needed to bring AnimalSmart program to classrooms

Volunteers receive one-on-one coaching, as well as in-classroom mentoring with an experienced educator, Ontario SPCA says
York Region funding community mental health projects

York Region funding community mental health projects

Non-profits could get up to $150,000 to deliver services improving mental well-being
Vince’s partners with Newmarket Food Pantry to reduce waste

Vince’s partners with Newmarket Food Pantry to reduce waste

Food rescue program redistributes items nearing “best before” dates to those who need it most through community fridge
York Region business women’s group supports female business students

York Region business women’s group supports female business students

Business Women’s Network of York Region hosting gala Oct. 3 in Newmarket to raise funds for bursaries, Jumpstart
ADOPT ME: Sweet Momma is looking for a loving home

ADOPT ME: Sweet Momma is looking for a loving home

Beautiful seven-year-old husky might be just what you’re looking for if you want a friend to hang out with
HELPERS: Firefighters association sparks change for those in need

HELPERS: Firefighters association sparks change for those in need

Taking support of the community beyond the frontlines, the 120 members of Central York Professional Firefighters Association support local charities through popular events like their biannual boot drive
Salvation Army hosting gala in support of mental health programs

Salvation Army hosting gala in support of mental health programs

As a result of a rising need for mental health resources following the pandemic, the Salvation Army is holding an inaugural fundraising gala Thursday, Sept. 21 at Northridge Community Church
York Region Animal Centre hosting Sweat for Pets on Saturday

York Region Animal Centre hosting Sweat for Pets on Saturday

Ontario SPCA's Aug. 26 event for pet parents includes yoga and zumba, swag bags, refreshments, doggy self-care and photo booths, market, behind-the-scenes tours
Minds in Motion program gets boost from 100 Women Who Care

Minds in Motion program gets boost from 100 Women Who Care

'We all know somebody who might be struggling with dementia, and maybe we envision our parents and ourselves going down this road,' says group member of Alzheimer Society of York Region donation
NewRoads LakeRide sets sights high with fundraising goal this year

NewRoads LakeRide sets sights high with fundraising goal this year

'Riding together and as a family and being together as a community to make a difference is important,' says NewRoads spokesperson of the Sept. 10 fundraiser for Southlake