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Local Heroes 2024

Nov 25, 2024 | Jeff Rollings

A salute to eight people whose passionate work has changed our community for the better.

David Nairn

Nov 25, 2024 | Jeff Rollings

Under David’s leadership, Theatre Orangeville has been recognized for the original Canadian works it stages and its important role in the community.

Alethia O’Hara-Stephenson

Nov 25, 2024 | Jeff Rollings

This Shelburne resident is an advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in her community.

Linda Banks

Nov 25, 2024 | Tony Reynolds

This volunteer extraordinaire gives her time and energy to seniors groups, festivals and events, the library, the local theatre and more.

Gavin Dandy and Della Campbell

Nov 25, 2024 | Nicola Ross

They’ve spent a quarter of a century growing food and tackling food insecurity, and they’re not stopping yet.

Norah Kennedy

Nov 25, 2024 | Jeff Rollings

After 17 years as executive director of Family Transition Place, Norah Kennedy believes her career has taught her “courage, hope and resilience.”

Barbara Karasiuk

Nov 25, 2024 | Gail Grant

This 79 challenged herself to her first cancer fundraiser walk in 2003 and has participated in 19 more since then.

Alysha Newman

Nov 25, 2024 | Nicola Ross

Winning an Olympic medal in pole vaulting has propelled this Caledon resident to new heights in her career.

Do You Know a Local Hero?

Jun 28, 2024 | In The Hills

If you know someone inspirational who lives in Caledon, Dufferin, Erin or Creemore, we want to hear about them!

Local Heroes 2023

Nov 27, 2023 | In The Hills

Here’s to the hard-working folk who are passionate about helping others, and making our communities a great place to call home.

Bonnie Ledson and team – Fundraising Divas

Nov 23, 2023 | Gail Grant

This dynamic team has raised more than a million dollars over the years in support of the Bethell Hospice through their annual Diamond in the Hills fashion show, luncheon and auction.

Dan O’Reilly – Obliged to our Ancestors

Nov 23, 2023 | Jeff Rollings

Community activist, environmental advocate and freelance reporter Dan O’Reilly is passionate about protecting the land we live on.