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These stories about the people and places that make us proud to call our community home are made possible through the continued support of Leon's Furniture as part of our Community Leaders Program.


Giving kids an outlet a big reason for Wendy Brear's long-time involvement in coaching

Giving kids an outlet a big reason for Wendy Brear's long-time involvement in coaching

'Everybody must belong. So, if we can provide something that is an outlet for that, and of course with it being physically active which is something I’m a big proponent of, well I’m proud that I could have a hand in providing that'
Special Olympics Games Manager is a role Merv Shantz will never forget

Special Olympics Games Manager is a role Merv Shantz will never forget

When the games began, we could not believe the communities support. The gym at the University was packed.
Melanie Gainforth creates avenues for celebrating special moments

Melanie Gainforth creates avenues for celebrating special moments

'The community is remarkable, generous, and kind'
Gil Pharand connecting people to what they need

Gil Pharand connecting people to what they need

"There are a lot of great causes in this community so its important for people to get involved and get behind them.”
A sense of belonging drives Harriet Madigan to community cleanliness

A sense of belonging drives Harriet Madigan to community cleanliness

"That feeling of ‘I live here, this is my home’ and everyone here has an opportunity to be a contributor.”
John Whittet dedicated to excellence in community coaching

John Whittet dedicated to excellence in community coaching

"The longer I’ve been around the more and more I appreciate the people that have come before us that have done so much"
Barbara Wellard finds accomplishment and community pride through volunteerism initiatives

Barbara Wellard finds accomplishment and community pride through volunteerism initiatives

“There’s so much to do and this city has so much to offer."
Childcare providers staying connected during COVID protocols

Childcare providers staying connected during COVID protocols

'It is great to know that people are recognizing the need for childcare providers and to know the economy can’t really reopen without us there'
Providing opportunities through PADDLE

Providing opportunities through PADDLE

'We want them to feel empowered with who they are and proud of everything they do'
Gateway Heritage Festival holds lasting impression upon Gateway City

Gateway Heritage Festival holds lasting impression upon Gateway City

'There were in excess of 25,000 people that were at that concert and we brought in Stompin’ Tom Connors twice, and again those numbers were above 20,000 for those shows'