Bethany Musical Hosted by Derek McGrath Raises $2200 for Belize Family

Derek McGrath of Bethany hosted a musical fundraising event which took place on December 1 at the Bethany United Church. The event raised $2200 for Eduardo Diaz, who lives in Belize. Eduardo lost all four of his limbs in an electrical accident.  Derek’s event will make it possible to repair… Continue reading

Community Care Volunteer Spotlight – Susan Streefland

Millbrook’s Volunteer of the Year, Susan Streefland keeps extremely busy in her retirement by helping others and volunteering with Community Care. As Susan explains, “I enjoy being involved in the community. There is so much satisfaction from helping others. As well, I get to work with amazing people such as… Continue reading

Millbrook Christian Assembly’s Dream of New Playground Gains Momentum

Last week members of the Millbrook Christian Assembly learned their application for a grant from the insurance giant Aviva was successful, earning them $10,000 towards their dream of creating an accessible playground beside the parking lot of their church on King St. West. In their grant application, they outlined the… Continue reading

VON Fitness Program Energizes Local Seniors

June is a volunteer who enjoys leading an active group of seniors in a weekly fitness class held in the church hall at St. John’s Ida Anglican Church on Thursday mornings.  Using minimal equipment such as therabands and weighted balls, she leads the group of twelve to eighteen participants as… Continue reading