Chronicle Herald Paws To Read program helps kids in the HRM improve reading skills The Halifax Public Libraries knows this to be true. They have been partnering with Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) and one of their children’s programs, TPOC Paws To Read, which … Jan 09, 2017 Read more
New Glasgow News New Glasgow invites nominations for outstanding volunteers Every April, during National Volunteer Week, the Province of Nova Scotia pays tribute to volunteers nominated by organizations and communities at the Provincial Volunteer Awards. Each year the awards honour … Jan 09, 2017 Read more
CTV News Soul’s Harbour offering free meals for those in need on New Year’s Eve More than 300 guests were in attendance at this year’s annual Soul’s Harbour Holiday Dinner in Halifax, which is held to offer free meals to those in need. The meal … Dec 31, 2016 Read more
Global News Halifax Jews cook Christmas lunch for seniors, Muslims buy presents for families who can’t afford them Halifax Jews and Muslims didn’t celebrate Christmas but did lend a helping hand to those celebrating this year. Atlantic Jewish Council (AJC) volunteers prepared a turkey meal on Christmas for … Dec 25, 2016 Read more
CTV News Operation Red Nose volunteers ensuring safe ride home for holiday party-goers Like the famous reindeer it’s named after, Operation Red Nose has become a Christmas staple. For 22 years, its festive volunteers have been helping Winnipeggers and their vehicles get home … Dec 19, 2016 Read more
Truro Daily news DeRico Symonds is young and making a very big impact That’s a message DeRico Symonds works hard to share with the young people who look up to him. Not yet 28 years old, Symonds has already received awards for his … Dec 19, 2016 Read more