Social Issues

Michael Bryant has a bit of the dreamer in him. What better person, then, to notice an old, rusting trolley… Continue reading “Trolley car a symbol of Kawartha Lakes community spirit: Bryant”

For 16 years Reverend Linda Park has ministered at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Lindsay, and she vividly remembers the… Continue reading “Soup kitchen and Sunday supper: St. Andrew’s Church works to build community”

Jasmine Bellwood is a young Lindsay mother with a part-time job and full-time worries. Her worries are mainly about providing… Continue reading “‘We’re hoping it will transform lives’: Poverty reduction minister in Lindsay”

The only thing better than eating a well-balanced, nutritious meal is eating a well-balanced, nutritious meal with friends, both new… Continue reading “Nightly dinner program for youth a vital part of Boys and Girls Club”

Basic income open enrollment sessions begin this week here in Lindsay. If you haven’t registered and you think you might… Continue reading “Lindsay basic income pilot: Mental health, resilience will surely improve”

The Ontario government is now holding the first ever open enrollment sessions in Lindsay for its basic income pilot, with… Continue reading “Need a better income? Open enrollment sessions here for Lindsay’s Basic Income pilot”

Kawartha Lakes Food Source will play a key role at the Lindsay Farmers’ Market’s 25th annual Christmas market to be… Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes Food Source key part of Lindsay Farmer’s ‘Christmas Market’”