Helpers

Alex Dorward is putting himself through 12 physical feats in 2021, to raise money for local, national and international charities. He's chosen 11 of the 12 events and needs help picking one more.

Paul Knoll is an artist who also happens to have Down syndrome.

Karen Nielsen and Leigh Reid use their experience in social work to help those in need.

Laura Dill has also worked with Bruyère to develop the Designated Care Partner program, where caregivers become part of their loved ones care team, allowing them unrestricted visiting access while general visitation is suspended.

Ottawa Street Medics founder Daniel Bailey emphasizes the importance of unconditional support for people that need it most.

Liz Winkelaar has experienced marginalization but refuses to let it define her, continues dancing her way through life

Helping with Furniture has seen a 33 per cent increase in demand during COVID-19, and is going to need a hand getting through the winter.

Meg Kelly credits the COVID-19 pandemic for providing her with the fuel to get the library up and running.  

Ottawa's Warrior Yoga has partnered with various charities, providing weekly yoga classes to those recovering from violence, conflict, abuse, poverty and discrimination

Although loss is the central theme of the Motherlove Project, Janet Gwilliam-Wright wants women to know that the ability to share in this experience isn’t limited to death.