Local Gem
“The arts have the power to break down boundaries and bring us to the places of humanity and connection,” says Thunder Bay’s Eleanor Albanese. “If I had a mantra, it would be that.”
No matter how you keep track - miles, kilometres, or steps - Eli Jacko has covered lots of ground. He is a tireless community leader who inspires others with his positive actions.
On a warm Wednesday evening I drove my car to meet up with Kate Tinkler and Pam Dawes at the mustering point for their Women on Wheels (WOW) cycling group.
I can still remember that road trip. Anna Grenier picked me up in her 1988 Mercury Cougar, to drive down to an international volunteer management conference in Minneapolis back in the 1990’s.
I made arrangements to catch up with Keith Taylor on a beautiful autumn day at a local coffee shop. Keith met me outside. He had driven his car there but had been tempted to ride his motorcycle.
When I walked into Dolores Kivi’s home I immediately knew that I was surrounded by love. Dolores’ bookshelves were full and the sounds of The Tennessee Waltz played in the background.
For Andrew Koscielniak, encouraging people to be fit and active is his passion.
When I asked award-winning international correspondent Michael Dick if he’d like to be featured as our Spring Thunder Bay Gem, he laughed out loud.
For most people, a hospital is a place that you try to avoid. Thankfully, there is a small army of angels who choose to be there to help those who have to be there.
I caught up with Jeff Thingstad at a coffee shop.
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