Inspire

These stories about local youth taking action to make a difference in our community are made possible through the continued support of Smith's Funeral Homes as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Solving problems, taking action in community: youth leader making change

Diya Sehgal is co-president of the Rotary Burlington North, Hayden Interact club

Apr 14, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

BurlingtonGreen partners with student-led project to sell solar eclipse glasses

Money raised will support BurlingtonGreen’s pollinator conservation projects

Mar 14, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Burlington U-13 Eagles contenders to win Good Deeds Cup

One Burlington boys’ hockey team is making an early bid as a serious challenger to win this year’s Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup

Feb 14, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

Partners tickled pink to see menstrual equity growing in Halton and beyond

Founders of Pink Project say feminine hygiene products should be free. Period.

Jan 12, 2024 2:14 PM Read more >

Gift of Giving Back celebrates Burlington's generous community

Closing ceremony of annual youth-led drive at Joseph Brant Hospital winds up a hugely successful year

Dec 15, 2023 5:12 PM Read more >

Young Burlington resident is rallying teens to action

Local chapter of 100 Teens Who Care will start meeting each quarter to support a charity of their choosing

Nov 14, 2023 10:58 AM Read more >

Burlington's Constant Reader turned a passion for books into a career

Sierra Gilbert discovered the joy of reading as a toddler and never looked back - despite autism diagnosis

Oct 14, 2023 8:30 AM Read more >

Burlington teen tackles challenges, leadership roles with grace

Giving back to the community has helped Layan Haddadin forge strong connections

Sep 14, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >