Inspire

These stories about local youth taking action to make a difference in our community are made possible through the continued support of Sunshine Super Wash as part of our Community Leaders Program.

'Amazing' local kids working on five ideas to make Orillia better

'I think it's exciting for kids to be able to create something that didn’t exist before and have something come to fruition out of thin air,' says a Rainbow Initiative mentor

Jul 9, 2024 1:45 PM Read more >

Disappointment fuels new passion for volunteering for Orillia teen

‘I don’t see volunteering as a job or a task. It’s more of a fun activity that allows you to give back to the community,’ says Lions Oval student

Jun 5, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

Local dog lover donates birthday money to Orillia Animal Centre

'It’s exceptionally meaningful because not only does it show the natural compassion and care that young people have for animals, it shows selflessness,' says OSPCA official

Feb 27, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

Orillia teen heading south to make pitch for big league dream

'I want to go down there, compete, and help win a championship ... I want to see how far my talent can go in the sport,' says 18-year-old Kaden Noble

Feb 3, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

OSS students give the gift of joy to ailing children at OSMH

'It's incredibly special when families and patients find out that a group of young people within their own community are showing such kindness,' said OSMH official

Jan 9, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

New initiative aims to give Orillia youth 'a voice' in the community

'Kids don't usually get much of an opportunity to have their outlook being shared with the community and I think it's really important to change that,' says local youth

Nov 30, 2023 1:30 PM Read more >

Twin Lakes grad recognized as a 'defender of the environment'

Weiqi Xu, who is studying geomatics at University of Waterloo, said 'it is a great honour' to be recognized for his work with Sustainable Orillia, other causes

Oct 30, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

'Absolutely amazing': Orillia golfer to compete against Canada's best

Spencer Shropshire, 15, heading to U.S. for Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour's National Tour Championship as he strives toward his U.S. scholarship dream

Oct 10, 2023 7:30 AM Read more >

Cycling community celebrates 'amazing' local world champions

'Last year, I didn't even finish the race, so this year, getting on the podium was huge,' said Severn cyclist who finished third at world championships

Sep 7, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

VIDEO: Rama teen helps Ontario net silver medal on big stage

'It was an awesome moment,' says 14-year-old who helped Team Ontario win silver medal at North American Indigenous Games in Halifax

Aug 2, 2023 1:15 PM Read more >

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