Helpers

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

Entrepreneur fast-tracks business growth through bank program

'I started to think what ways can we make it easier for busy parents to connect with their kids,' says entrepreneur

Mar 29, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

The many faces behind Bradford's annual Int'l Women's Day brunch

'We’re here to celebrate the importance of inclusion,' says event organizer

Mar 19, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Clothes Line volunteers awash with enthusiasm for aiding Bradford

'Volunteering to me is just a way ... of meeting people, networking and getting to know the community,' says newcomer to Canada

Mar 6, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Out of the Cold Café founder brings 'joy and relief' to clients

Space serves as a café for limited hours during the day and as an extreme cold overnight warming centre when the temperature drops to -10 C or below

Feb 5, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

'Empathy and compassion' drives Helping Hand Food Bank volunteer

Bradford's Donna Lutchman volunteers for three to five hours per week and sits on organization's Policy and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion committees

Jan 24, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Snow Angels dive in to help Bradford residents dig out

For Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association member, it's about giving back to the community

Dec 15, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Bradford has grown on this dedicated volunteer and 'city girl'

At first, Liz Pegg couldn't imagine leaving the GTA; now she can't imagine going back

Nov 28, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

Creating a place where all feel safe, respected and a sense of belonging

'You don't need an official title or position of power to create change in your community. Everyone has that ability,' volunteer and community activist Jennifer Bahinski says

Nov 8, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >

Bra Bank provides support for women — in more ways than one

Campaign collects new and gently used bras for sale at The Clothes Line thrift store; donates funds to local mammogram departments

Oct 9, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

Street Party Collective donates $15K of food to Helping Hand Food Bank

'This helps us tremendously,' says food bank official after six oversized skids of canned goods arrived by flatbed

Sep 20, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

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