CBC News 'Enough of the stuff': Meet the people pushing for a green Christmas with less waste It's been a few years since Sheila Ryan became fed up with the hustle and bustle of the commercial Christmas rush. Now she's hoping for a holiday with less waste, … Dec 23, 2019 Read more
CBC News Dollar a Day foundation teams up with St. John's firefighters An N.L. charity co-founded by Great Big Sea's Alan Doyle has new partnerships — and new beneficiaries. A Dollar a Day on Monday announced the St. John's Regional Fire Department … Dec 23, 2019 Read more
Global News ‘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 … Dec 20, 2019 Read more
The Oshawa Express 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 … Dec 20, 2019 Read more
CBC 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 … Dec 18, 2019 Read more
Global 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 … Dec 17, 2019 Read more