Organization/Business: The London Search and Rescue Team We are a team of 65 volunteers trained in Search and Rescue techniques. We have a memorandum of understanding with the London Police Services, OPP and several other local police services and are the only ground search and rescue team located within 100km of London, ON. There is a demonstrated need for a volunteer search and rescue team in London, ON. The citizens... Read More
May 25, 2022
Organization/Business: Changing The Flow Short Bio or Organizational Mission: We believe every washroom should provide period products. Inclusive, accessible, and free. We can help you do it, #justliketoiletpaper. Changing The Flow is a social enterprise dedicated to the achievement of menstrual equity and the elimination of stigma surrounding periods. We do this through awareness, education, and implementation. What do you want people to know about how you or your organization... Read More
March 29, 2022
Organization/Business Circles London (Goodwill Industries) Short Bio or Organizational Mission: Circles London is a transformational approach to ending poverty one family at a time. This approach works collaboratively with community volunteers who are further along in their careers – to support Circles participants, with their identified goals and needs. Together, we work to remove complex systemic barriers that continue the cycle of poverty for many Londoners. What do you want... Read More
March 23, 2022
Member Moment: Good Neighbors Canada, Ukraine Crisis Appeal Good Neighbors Canada is a registered charity and part of an international non-profit that specializes in global development projects and children's rights, empowering people to achieve self-reliance. What do you want people to know about how you or your organization is creating change in our community? We help communities worldwide find ways to make positive and sustainable changes. What are you working... Read More
January 24, 2022
Member Moment: Over 55 —50/50 draw fundraiser Short Bio or Organizational Mission: Since 1986, we have supported our seniors by providing services that help them age safely in place. During the pandemic, our clients have relied on us for grocery delivery, rides to medical appointments, essential home repairs and more. What do you want people to know about how you or your organization is creating change in our community? We... Read More
January 10, 2022
RRAI is a community initiative, incorporated as a registered charity, aimed at spreading legal, financial, and cultural awareness to the Ontario community. We conduct public awareness campaigns based on the identified needs of the Ontario community to educate the targeted groups about their rights and responsibilities with respect to Canadian laws, regulations, finances, and culture to fill the gaps in important daily life issues which are not provided by most... Read More
October 5, 2021
The London Search and Rescue Team is 100% volunteer run. We have a search area which spans 150km around London, ON. We are the only Ground Search and Rescue Team within 100km of London Ontario. As a leader in the Search and Rescue Community, our instructors have certified searchers in Goderich, On (Huron Area Search and Rescue), Niagara Falls (Niagara Search and Rescue) and Guelph (Guelph Search and Rescue). What... Read More
May 18, 2021
Claire Crossley was a middle-aged woman with successful career, until she experienced a spine injury and a lengthy career disruption. Claire's injury and career disruption resulted in many additional challenges. Faced with losing her home and unable to find full-time work, Claire applied for social assistance and found no available career services for middle-to-late-stage career women. In response, Claire founded Next Chapter Career to fill this gap. What do you... Read More
May 3, 2021
Since 1982, Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) has helped lead youth in London and Middlesex County toward success. Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) believes that investing in youth and strong communities go hand in hand, and we know that many youth need guidance and support to reach their potential. What do you want people to know about how you or your organization iscreating change in our community? YOU operates several social enterprises,... Read More
March 15, 2021
City Art Centre aims to provide a safe place, free art supplies, peer support, and encouragement for those 18 years and older who self-identify as living with mental illness. Over the years, members have developed a wide range of styles, forms, and techniques to support individual creative processes. Quality of life is greatly enhanced as feelings are expressed through art and healing is facilitated. “We are a drop-in Studio &... Read More
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