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The 519 transformed its operations in the wake of COVID-19 to continue its support for Toronto’s LGBTQ2S communities and Downtown East. In normal times, The 519 offers in-person services such as counselling, drop-in programs and opportunities
When the roughly 60 members of the RBC Next Generation Optimization Team decided to give back during social isolation, they made kindness their goal. They wanted to show appreciation for as many groups and individuals as possible, in ways both
Cheryl and Jess, two North Vancouver mothers, have raised over $1,000 so far, selling car decals that thank front line workers for their service. Money raised goes to two agencies that are helping those in need. Order a Decal Here
The Royal Winnipeg Ballet has made over 1800 masks for Winnipeg groups including the newcomer women living next door at The House of Peace in downtown Winnipeg. Communities are stronger when we dance together!
Jim Cooke and his family took a vacation to the Philippines on March 6th. Within a week of arrival, they were locked down for 98 days in some of the world’s toughest lockdown protocols. A curfew was put in place and only one person from each
Montreal-North was hit hard by the pandemic and became in a few weeks the epicenter of the crisis. In order to curb the chain of transmission in the neighborhood while supporting essential workers, the Hoodstock Collective decided to act without
Astrid Arumae founded Outremont COVID-19 Help Foundation to support seniors and those with chronic health conditions who can’t get out during the health crisis. With the help of over 60 volunteers, the foundation shops for groceries and
Stephanie’s son Ryan is a regular blood donor, and had agreed to be a stem cell donor should the need arise. It recently did, and 23-year old Ryan donated stem cells through a seven hour procedure.
While many industries across the globe have been significantly affected by the COVID-19 crisis, the airline industry has been one of the hardest hit. Despite the impact the pandemic was having on business, Nolinor Aviation found a way to step up
My grandmother decided to sew masks to keep busy during the lockdown. In addition to providing protective equipment to those who made the request, she donated all the benefits to the Fondation de ma vie. www.lequotidien.com
This Women's Relief Fund serves black, BIPOC, visible minority womxn, and their families who have or are experiencing poverty, economic inequities, gender-based violence, homelessness, and marginalization. www.goodtobegood.ca
Abbey Tran was an extraordinary young girl. Beyond her passion for typical childhood pursuits – hockey, baseball, art, rainbows – Abbey was involved in social justice and loved helping others. When she passed away unexpectedly in 2018, her
Since March, Sharmi has donated over 10,000 home-stitched masks to agencies such as the City of Toronto, Scarborough Health Network, Michael Garron Hospital, truck drivers, long-term care homes and more. https://t.co/55oFyi3FPH
Suzanne’s daughter Rachael, age 5, reads horse books and records the videos to a GoFundMe page and YouTube channel. So far she’s raised $2,285, helping 6 local barns cover feed and healthcare costs for horses. Way to go Rachael! Save the horses