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Oshawa, Ont. business helps brighten the holidays for youth at The Refuge

Christmas is only sleeps away, and while the anticipation is building for many youth, it isn’t for all. A couple of businesses decided to brighten the holidays for some of the children who need it most, as they prepared a meal and gave away hygiene items at The Refuge in Oshawa Monday.

Global News

New organization focused on tree planting, promoting sustainability

A newly created organization in Oshawa is looking to motivate residents to get involved in environmentally-friendly and sustainable activities. Durham Trees For Life is the first Ontario-based chapter of The Global Foundation For Social Harmony and Sustainable Development (GFoundation).

The Oshawa Express

‘We’re meant to connect’: Oshawa, Ont. man counters holiday depression through volunteering

It may feel like the most wonderful time of the year for some, but for others, the holidays can be filled with loneliness and depression. But one Oshawa man has found a way to thwart those blues. “Just another day,” said Kevin Owens, a volunteer at St. Vincent’s Kitchen.

Global News

These dance classes for everyone are 'the best place to be'

A young girl wearing a bright purple bodysuit and black tutu with rainbow sparkles grins as she comes through the door of Steffen Dance Studio one Friday night. Excited for her weekly dance class, Claire McDonald is like any other child who loves to dance. She just does it from a wheelchair.

CBC News

Whitby, Ont., volunteer pays it forward during Salvation Army Kettle Campaign

After receiving support from the Salvation Army Kettle Campaign to get back on her feet, a Whitby woman is now paying it forward. This marks the first year Lori MacNeil will be collecting donations for the campaign.

Global News

Many go home, some stay behind: MUN program brings locals and international students together for Christmas

School is out for Christmas at Memorial University, and while many will be headed home for the holidays some will remain behind. It can be a lonely time of year for international students, those whose homes are too far away and too expensive to travel to at this time of year.

CBC News

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