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Construction begun on 3D-printed buildings in Gananoque

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  • Official concept drawing of what the new 3D printed building in Gananoque is expected to look like on completion. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. supplied by HLG
  • 3D printed wall tower sections at the new building in Gananoque. Tarps help stabilize the concrete and control the rate of cure, making sure the construction is safe and durable. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Powdered mixture of cement, sand, and aggregate is loaded into the hopper for mixing with water to the right consistency before being used by Val 2.0, the construction robot to create the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Val 2.0, the construction robot in use creating the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The crew from HLG keeps an eye on every step of the process as Val 2.0, the construction robot creates the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • A specially invited group on dignitaries including representatives of Town Council, affordable housing interests, construction firms, the Gananoque Fire Department and others came out to learn more about the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The texture of the inside wall as created by Val 2.0, the construction robot being used to build the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. On completion, it can be painted, dry walled, or decorated in any way that is desired by the occupant. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The texture of the outside wall as created by Val 2.0, the construction robot being used to build the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. It resembles a woven basket in appearance. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • A specially invited group on dignitaries including representatives of Town Council, affordable housing interests, construction firms, the Gananoque Fire Department and others came out to learn more about the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Looking out through a future window in the new 3D printed housing in Gananoque. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON – November 20, 2024) Construction has begun on the 3D printed buildings that were approved by Gananoque’s council under Mayor Ted Lojko on March 2, 2022. Designed and planned by the Horizon Legacy Group (HLG), the project is using new construction technologies to create environmentally friendly affordable housing. The firm is based in Toronto with a 70-year history in the field of real estate development.

“Since May 2024, the Gananoque project has made significant progress as Canada’s largest housing initiative to integrate on-site robotics,” said Claire Belerique, marketing manager for HLG. “The development, featuring 26 stacked townhouse units with 30% designated as affordable rentals, is a groundbreaking proof of concept for how advanced technologies can tackle Canada’s housing crisis and labour shortages. It also represents a meaningful step toward providing an affordable housing solution for the local community, offering greater accessibility to quality housing.”

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Young Company presents holiday treat with Pirates Don’t Babysit!

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  • Captain Nobeard (Krys Sullivan) leads the crew of pirates in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Mongo (Christopher Dewolfe) is a member of the crew of pirates in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Butch (Cameron Connelly) is a member of the crew of pirates in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Jenny (Presley Tamblin) is a reluctant big sister who wants to be a pirate in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Knock, knock – Captain Nobeard (Krys Sullivan) tries to convince Jenny (Presley Tamblin) to let her come in in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Pirates need to consult to make the best decisions in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • LorraineHarriet (Leviathan Rieder) is a member of the crew of pirates in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • When the worst happens, even a pirate can find a way to change a diaper in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Even baby Mary-Ann has a hand in the shennanigans in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The treasure hunting gets serious in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. L-r, Captain Nobeard (Krys Sullivan), Jenny (Presley Tamblin), and Butch (Cameron Connelly) Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Mum (Leviathan Rieder) checks the baby in Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The cast and crew of Pirates Don’t Babysit! at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque on December 7 and 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON – December 6, 2024) The Young Company is bringing a family treat for all ages to the stage at the Firehall Theatre in Gananoque. Pirates Don’t Babysit! has everything that the young and young at heart could want in a theatre experience.

“The Young Company is a partnership with the district school board and the Thousand Islands Playhouse (TIP) and we are doing a show for young audiences,” said Isabella Paul, Young Company member.

This is not your usual school play. The script is filled with fun, adventure, and unexpected surprises. Nine-year-old Jenny (Presley Tamblin) is now a big sister and she hates it. Her mum (Leviathan Rieder) makes her stay home and look after the baby when she’d much rather be out doing something exciting – anything exciting. One day when Mum goes out to do some shopping, pirates come to the door and Jenny finds herself in the middle of an adventure that she never expected. They need her to help them find a buried treasure, but she has conditions – they have to let her become a pirate and join their crew and most of all, they have to help babysit. These pirates know nothing about babies or babysitting, but they really want that treasure. Hilarity and misadventure ensue as they screw everything up but come out on top in the end.

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Gananoque and area remembers the fallen

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  • Gananoque Mayor John Beddows and Legionnaire Anne Parker presented at the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Local elementary school students came out to be part of the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Wreathes were laid at the cenotaph as part of the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Gananoque Poet Laureate Gretchen Huntley read out her special poem for the occaion at the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Unidentified students from Gananoque Intermediate and Secondary School read out the names of the fallen at the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Many members of the crowd left their poppies on the cenotaph at the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Everyone was invited back to the Legion for chili and conversation. The 21EW – CFB Kingston enjoyed the break after the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Students from Amelia’s Angels Day Care (aged about 3 ½ years each) brought the poppies they had made to the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Members of the Queen’s Bands led the parade from the Legion to the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 92 marched to the Remembrance Services held in Gananoque on November 11. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(ON – November 11, 2024) It was a cold and wet as Gananoque and area celebrated Remembrance Day on November 11, but that has never stopped the crowds from coming out to pay homage to the fallen. Services were held in Gananoque, Lansdowne, Rockport, and many other surrounding communities.

Wherever a ceremony was held, indoors or out, the message remained the same – We Will Remember Them. In Gananoque, the ceremony was emceed by Mayor John Beddows, with Legionnaire Anne Parker reading out the Act of Remembrance and Arch Deacon Wayne Varley presenting the prayers. Music was provided by the Queen’s Bands.

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Grace United Church in Gananoque fills up with Pride

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  • Reverend Takouhi Demirdjian-Petro of Grace United Church in Gananoque lit the rainbow-coloured candles on the altar at the beginning of the 2nd Annual Pride Service held at the church on July 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Special soloist B Heaslip performed two numbers during the 2nd Annual Pride Service held at the Grace United Church in Gananoque on July 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • About 65 people came out to participate in the 2nd Annual Pride Service held at the Grace United Church in Gananoque on July 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Participants gathered in the church basement for pie, lemonade and fellowship after the 2nd Annual Pride Service held at the Grace United Church in Gananoque on July 14. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON – July 14, 2024) Grace United Church in Gananoque was bursting with Pride as they held their second ever service dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community and their families.

“The colours of the rainbow signify love – love of family, love of friends, love of community,” said Reverend Takouhi Demirdjian-Petro of Grace United. “And for those who do not have these things, know that we love you and welcome you.”

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RibFest triumphs despite wild weather

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  • The younger kids got a chance to do a rescue obstacle course with the fire department, saving both an infant and an adult at the RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Crowds were eager to try offerings from four great ribbers at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Two pirates greeted Town Crier Brian Mabee (right) on their ship, just part of the kid zone entertainment at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Mike Myers was only one of the musicians performing at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Ladies of all ages got up to dance to the free music at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Local resident Peggy Haggerty thoroughly enjoyed the ribs at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • LorrJen Berry (left) joined Eileen and Glenna Wilberforce as they enjoyed RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque.a ine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Rotary President Bern Hudson spoke on behalf of the Rotary at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. The extremely popular annual event is brought to town by the Rotary and Lions Clubs of Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Lions RibFest organizer Doug Charbonneau spoke on behalf of the Lions Club at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. The extremely popular annual event is brought to town by the Rotary and Lions Clubs of Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The dignitaries came out to support RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. L-r, Town Crier Brian Mabee, Gananoque Mayor John Beddows, MPP Steve Clark Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, and Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands Mayor Corinna Smith-Gatcke. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Six brave duckie wranglers selected the winning entrants from the duckie drop RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Front l-r, Arlo, Mia, Claire, Avery, Ava and Colin, rear Town Crier Brian Mabee. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Kouri’s Kopters dropped the duckies into the “pond” at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Avery selecting the first winning duckie RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Members of the Gananoque Skating Club picked up the leftover duckies at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. The small plastic toys will be used again next year. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Town Crier Brian Mabee helped the Lions Club distribute Canada Day cupcakes at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Ready to repel all boarders, young pirates joined in on the fun at RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON July 1, 2024) The Gananoque Rotary and Lions Clubs teamed up once again for a successful RibFest held in the sports fields at the Lou Jeffries Recreation Centre. The four-day event included entertainment for all ages, vendors, and of course, the ribs. The four ribbers were Jack the Ribber, Route 55 BBQ, Silver Bullet BBQ, and Smoke House Bandits, and other food vendors were also available on-site.

“The smallest community to host Ribfest in Canada welcomes over 19,000 visitors every year,” says the website at www.1000islandsfamilyribfest.ca/ . “The Rotary & Lions Clubs of Gananoque give 100 percent of proceeds back to the community. They support charities, families and students and lead projects that positively change Gananoque and the 1000 Islands area. 1000 Islands Family Ribfest is a safe and clean event that everyone can enjoy.”

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Summer services return to Half Moon Bay

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  • A new season of services begins at Half Moon Bay on June 30. Lorraine Payette/For Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON June 23, 2024) Starting on June 30 between 3 and 3:30 p.m., the boats will be at the PUC dock in Gananoque waiting for passengers to attend a new season of services at Half Moon Bay (HMB).

“Our first speaker of the year will be Reverend Erin Burns, Director of Faith and Spiritual Life, and Interfaith Chaplain at Queens University in Kingston, Ontario,” said George Horton of the HMB committee. “This is an Interdenominational service starting at 4 p.m. There will be an accessible water taxi each week for the service at the dock.”

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Humankind dance performance provokes thought about displaced persons

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  • Town Crier Brian Mabee and Poet Laureate Gretchen Huntley were among the special speakers at the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Reverend Takouhi Demirdjian-Petro was among the special speakers at the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Event organizer Debbie Donaldson led the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The gatekeepers enter with the 30-foot red silk cloth that represents thee chosen community at the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Some of the displaced persons fall into despair, wither and die during the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Members of the chosen community dance their love and appreciation for each other during the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The community begins to admit the displaced into its ranks at the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Eventually everyone is welcome to join the chosen com munity during the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • A rosy glow of safety surrounds everyone when they become part of the chosen community at the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • With the community open to all, everyone rejoices at the performance of “Humankind” held in Joel Stone Park on June 22. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON June 23, 2024) Humankind came to Joel Stone Park in Gananoque on June 22, reaching out to society to embrace all and make them one in the planetary community.

“Through music and dance this experience shows the struggles humankind is having to find its place in thee world,” said Town Crier Brian Mabee. “‘Humankind’ had its birth when the Trinity Movement Choir performed at the 2018 Parliament of the World’s Religions in Toronto. In 2020, the pandemic intervened, and the movement choir expanded internationally, performing full seasons of new works online with Sacred Dance Guild members from Australia, New Zealand and Canada to Hawaii and across the contiguous United States joining the New York region dancers.”

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Aquaculture: Farming the Waters comes to Thousand Islands History Museum

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  • About 35 people came out to enjoy the opening of Aquaculture, the new exhibit at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • About 35 people came out to enjoy the opening of Aquaculture, the new exhibit at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • LoA colourful selection of fishing lures is on display as part of Aquaculture, the new exhibit at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. rraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Numerous interactive displays are part of Aquaculture, the new exhibit at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Different types of fishng equipment are on display as part of Aquaculture, the new exhibit at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Live fish in a tank are part of Aquaculture, the new exhibit at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The Link Trainer is one of the displays currently at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • The virtual reality program Oculus gives visitors a chance to experience flight at the Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON June 20, 2024) The Thousand Islands History Museum in Gananoque opened its latest exhibit to the public on June 20. About 35 people came out to explore the new exhibit and get an idea of just what the subject is about.

“Our latest exhibit is Aquaculture: Farming the Waters, a travelling exhibit from Ingenium,” said Joanne van Dreumel, executive director of the museum. “We are excited to launch this new exhibition, which explores the world of aquaculture – the farming of fish, shellfish, and seaweed in oceans, lakes, and on land. Have you ever wondered how Canadian farmers produce seafood – not only on Canada’s coasts, but across the country? This colourful travelling exhibition from Ingenium is accessible, tactile, peppered with games and interactive materials, and will engage visitors of all ages. Come discover how Indigenous peoples have practiced aquaculture over millennia and explore how it has evolved in Canada.”

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Summer reading fun with annual Book Drive

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  • With hundreds of books to choose from it was hard to pick just one – all free for students at Thousand Islands Elementary School (TIES), Linklater Public School and St. Catholic School during the Gananoque Book Drive’s annual distribution at the schools on June 17-19. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • A person has to be careful when selecting that special book for the summer. It was hard to pick just one with hundreds of books to choose from – all free for students at Thousand Islands Elementary School (TIES), Linklater Public School and St. Catholic School during the Gananoque Book Drive’s annual distribution at the schools on June 17-19. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Sometimes it seemed easier to work in groups. It was hard to pick just one with hundreds of books to choose from – all free for students at Thousand Islands Elementary School (TIES), Linklater Public School and St. Catholic School during the Gananoque Book Drive’s annual distribution at the schools on June 17-19. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Best friends paired up to make their best selections. It was hard to pick just one with hundreds of books to choose from – all free for students at Thousand Islands Elementary School (TIES), Linklater Public School and St. Catholic School during the Gananoque Book Drive’s annual distribution at the schools on June 17-19. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Sometimes it can be easier to decide when you check with friends. It was hard to pick just one with hundreds of books to choose from – all free for students at Thousand Islands Elementary School (TIES), Linklater Public School and St. Catholic School during the Gananoque Book Drive’s annual distribution at the schools on June 17-19. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network
  • Who can wait for holidays to get started on great reading? It was hard to pick just one with hundreds of books to choose from – all free for students at Thousand Islands Elementary School (TIES), Linklater Public School and St. Catholic School during the Gananoque Book Drive’s annual distribution at the schools on June 17-19. Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON June 20, 2024) June 17-19 brought three busy, happy, and fulfilling days to the Gananoque Book Drive (GBD) as they visited Thousand Islands Elementary School (TIES), Linklater Public School and St. Catholic School to distribute hundreds of free books to encourage literacy.

“We started 34 years ago in 1990,” said Julie Price. Head of the drive committee. “The U.N. had designated 1990 as International Literacy Year and a local chapter of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority decided to commemorate the event by donating brand new books to the Toy Drive.”

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Weekend Bundles Program receives funds from United Way

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The Gananoque Food Bank received a cheque from the United Way in the amount of $25,000 as funding for the Weekend Food Bundles program. The program provides up to 150 bundles of food per week during the school year to be handed out to assist students suffering from food insecurity, enabling them to have nutritious meals throughout the weekend. L—r, Karlie Barkley, United Way Leeds and Grenville; Daria Hamilton, Food Bank Manager; and Shannon Griggs, Food Bank Chair Lorraine Payette/for Postmedia Network

(Gananoque, ON June 14, 2024)