Nov 17, 2020 | Positive Stories
A campaign launched by Grade 12 Shawnigan Lake School student Stephanie Gilmour is all about personal connection. Gilmour arranged a pen pal system between the school and the residents of a long term care home in Ontario. She and her peers have been writing letters...
Nov 17, 2020 | Positive Stories
7 year old photographer Charlotte Steel has found a way to keep busy during the pandemic. She has used her passion for nature photography to create and sell greeting cards. Steel has made $500 so far and plans to donate these funds to Victoria Humane Society. Original...
Nov 17, 2020 | Positive Stories
Port Alberni teenager Roxy Manson has collected about 100 pairs of socks so far for the homeless population in her area. She is planning on donation them to Salvation Army and the Alberni Community and Women’s Service’s Society. Those interested in...
Nov 16, 2020 | Volunteer Opportunities
Thrifty Foods’ Sendial Volunteer Shopping Program is a volunteer-run program that does the shopping for customers who cannot independently shop. They are seeking volunteer shoppers at the Admirals Walk Thrifty Foods’ location on Wednesday mornings....
Nov 12, 2020 | Family Resources
This poster created by the BC Centre for Disease Control outlines various family support services during COVID-19. It includes sections such as finances, housing, mental health, Indigenous support. More...
