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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
.
Orillia Lady Kings standouts 'giving back' through summer clinic
'I want them to understand the importance of lacrosse, being a student-athlete, and all the gates it can open in life,' says Orillia player-coach
Jun 30, 2022 12:30 PM
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Orillia teen dances his way into National Ballet of Canada
'Having this opportunity is truly amazing,' says Kolton Ruyter, 13, who adds: 'It means a lot because I’ve spent countless hours practising'
May 30, 2022 12:30 PM
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Local skateboarder stumbles on trick to success on TikTok
'It’s almost a metaphor for life. If you give up, you will never be able to do it. If you keep going, you can achieve a lot of things,' says OSS grad with passion for social media
Apr 30, 2022 11:15 AM
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Local rapper drops 'personal' EP reflecting on his music journey
PF grad Tie Bond releases Welcome to Hollywood; 'I’m definitely excited for what’s on the horizon for me,' says rapper, encouraging local youth to chase their dreams
Mar 30, 2022 12:45 PM
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Terriers superfan ignites joy in hockey community
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'He definitely brings the best out in a lot of people and reminds you what’s important in life,' says Terriers manager of Max Weaver who is well known in local rinks
Feb 25, 2022 2:45 PM
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Local students discover Halloween treats generate scary amount of waste
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Grade 7 student Elora DeWolfsmith rallied her class to gather, sort and send four boxes of candy wrappers, with persuasive letters, back to manufacturers
Jan 26, 2022 11:15 AM
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Local students put giving on the menu for Christmas
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Grade 9 students at Twin Lakes Secondary School made 200 holiday dinners for Orillians; 'It feels really good to know we helped that many people,' says student
Dec 28, 2021 7:30 AM
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OSS students give gift of music to local nursing homes
(3 photos)
'I thought it was so nice to have the young people come. I think it was good for them, and it was good for us,' says Trillium Manor resident of OSS quartet
Nov 30, 2021 8:30 AM
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Local youth working hard to tackle climate change
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Sustainable Orillia Youth Council working to organize summit on climate change; 'Any local action has to be youth-driven because it’s (their) world,' says official
Oct 26, 2021 12:30 PM
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Local Indigenous teen’s art raises funds, awareness for truth and reconciliation
PF student's design, first sold on masks and hoodies, symbolizes learning of Indigenous history; 'Our future is in good hands,' says teacher
Sep 28, 2021 2:30 PM
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