Features
“I was sleeping 17 hours a day”
This Orangeville nurse contracted Covid-19 – along with her whole family.
“I always think of my family – my wife, Faviola, and my daughter, Jimena”
On a Mulmur farm, an essential seasonal worker misses his Mexican homeland.
“Very quickly, animals were placed in foster homes”
Keeping both animals and staff safe was a priority at the Upper Credit Humane Society shelter.
“You can’t get all in a twist. You have to roll with it”
A hands-on Caledon interior designer gets it done from a distance.
“I’ve taken this time to focus on what matters most”
A Mono teen reassesses her idea of “normal.”
Accidental Gardeners
With trial, error, dumb luck – and joy – two neophytes transformed four acres of bramble and meadow into a painterly Hockley garden.
Snooping On Wildlife
Trail (or game) cameras are rugged, motion-activated devices about a quarter the size of a loaf of bread and meant for extended, remote use outdoors.
Strong Girl: Rylee McKenna
Rylee McKenna and her mom run Orangeville’s Strong Girls Club, which focuses on confidence building, mindfulness and women’s rights.
Advocate Extraordinaire: Laura Jotham
Orangeville’s Laura Jotham has been a tireless community educator, helping Headwaters learn about the role of service dogs for the visually impaired.
Ice Fishing on Island Lake
Going for the big one: At the ice fishing derby on Island Lake, the lucky ones win a prize – or at least go home with supper.
The Year in Books: 2018
Our annual review of new books by local authors & illustrators.
