Success

These stories about successful initiatives, events and developments within our community and the people behind them are made possible through the continued support of McLean & Dickey Insurance as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Orillia's Evans Flowers blossoms into 65-year-old success story

'Honestly, this town has supported us all this time,' says owner; business celebrating anniversary with giveaways, sales

Nov 10, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Unique Orillia shop helps people get 'hooked' on quilts, fabrics

'When you are quilting, it’s just you and your sewing machine. It’s the most therapeutic and rewarding hobby you can have,' says owner of Thimbles and Things

Oct 7, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Orillia sensei celebrates 40 years of business, teaching karate

'It’s more for self development. You are competing with yourself. You are trying to get better. It’s a work ethic and attitude,' says Gerry Campbell

Sep 8, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

'A calling': Compassion, comfort top of mind at Mariposa House Hospice

'You will not find a more authentically compassionate group of people than those that work and volunteer at hospice,' says executive director

Aug 7, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Yesteryears: Ramara celebrates its history, deep agricultural roots

Ramara's 'castles' will be celebrated at Yesteryears event in July of 2025; the last event 'was by far the largest single event held in Ramara Township history'

Jul 8, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

Orillia Seniors' Centre program 'like one big, happy family'

Officials hope more seniors will join weekly program at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

Jun 9, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Local volunteers 'make a big difference' to people in crisis

'It's unfortunate we have to have the service, but it's reassuring to know that this group is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week,' says OPP inspector

May 7, 2024 7:30 AM Read more >

Roots North fest celebrating 10th anniversary, 'expanding reach'

'It's not just downtown venues anymore. . . .We are expanding our reach and getting more people out to enjoy live music,' said festival founder

Apr 7, 2024 12:15 PM Read more >

'Fantastic' Couchiching Conservancy helps protect thousands of acres

'It's such a privilege to be part of an organization that has gone from success to success over the past 30 years,' says official of land trust that is nearing 15,000 acres protected

Mar 10, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

OSS band, Indigenous musician bring Nish Princess to life in song

Song 'provides a great opportunity for us to learn about differences and similarities and see how we can be creative and join together,' says OSS music teacher

Feb 5, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

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