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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.


New Niagara Geopark signs highlight Indigenous trails

New Niagara Geopark signs highlight Indigenous trails

Niagara Geopark organizers hope to raise $80,000 for the design, production and installation of a series of educational and interpretive panels at locations all across the Niagara region.
Tara Rosling returns to Silversmith with Mistletoe Bride

Tara Rosling returns to Silversmith with Mistletoe Bride

The 10th anniversary of her readings of the dark tale, which have become a holiday tradition for many, is in collaboration with Silversmith. The brewery is offering a dinner and a beer with two seatings at a special price, proceeds going to Gillian's Place.
Soup lunch fundraiser Wednesday aids Meals on Wheels

Soup lunch fundraiser Wednesday aids Meals on Wheels

Chris Watling is hoping a fundraising Souper Lunch will help support those who receive Meals on Wheels, especially during upcoming holidays. Watling is one of many volunteers delivering meals across the region.
Thorold resident collecting bikes for NOTL farmworkers

Thorold resident collecting bikes for NOTL farmworkers

Ed Pomeroy will be collecting bikes in Thorold on Saturday, Oct. 12; 'It has become pretty much the means that people have to get around'
Scavenger hunt a fundraising success, and fun for all involved

Scavenger hunt a fundraising success, and fun for all involved

Competitors in the Red Roof Retreat fundraiser raced against a two-hour time limit, going all out in their effort to win bragging rights and a trophy.
Walk A Mile ambassadors play important role for Gillian's Place

Walk A Mile ambassadors play important role for Gillian's Place

Craig Youdale of Niagara College and Kevin Ruthven of CAA Niagara are two of six ambassadors for the walk to end violence against women coming up Oct. 19
Big Brothers Big Sisters Niagara sends kids back to school with confidence

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

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
Carrie Plaskett is a triple-threat community volunteer

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
Big Brothers Big Sisters helping children and youth flourish

Big Brothers Big Sisters helping children and youth flourish

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