Canadian Blood Services partnered with Sherwood Secondary School to help students discover their blood type in hopes they'll become future donors. Watch this video to hear the inspiring story of a student whose life was saved by blood donations. Originally aired on Cable 14's Hamilton Life.
Grade 4 students learn to code at STEM Centre through IEC Hamilton
Grade 4 students in Hamilton are learning basic coding concepts through the ArcelorMittal Dofasco (AMD) STEM Centre for Exploration and Discovery. The program offers hands-on tech activities which allow for exploring and developing an understanding of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Originally aired on Cable 14's Hamilton Life.
Good Shepherd Women’s Services: sanctuary for women, children fleeing violence
Good Shepherd Women’s Services provides a place of safety and support for women and children dealing with abuse, violence, homelessness, poverty and mental illness. They also receive counselling, safety planning, health care and housing services. Watch this video to learn more. Originally aired on Cable 14's Hamilton Life.
Flagship Gallery showcases artwork from a Christian perspective
Flagship Gallery, located on 237 James Street North in downtown Hamilton, is operated by the Semaphore Fellowship. Led by Heidi Brannan, Chris Cuthill and James Tughan, the Semaphore Fellowship is a group of Christian artists committed to honouring God through visual language. This gallery affords Redeemer fine art grads and students a great opportunity to … Continue reading Flagship Gallery showcases artwork from a Christian perspective
Emmanuel House provides dignity for elders end-of-life journey
Emmanuel House is more than a hospice; it is a place for people to experience their end-of-life journey with dignity and comfort in a place that feels like home. The Residential Hospice provides 24-hour care for people with a life-limiting illness and require comfort and support for themselves and their families. Originally aired on Cable 14's … Continue reading Emmanuel House provides dignity for elders end-of-life journey
Annual Fado gala brings taste of Portuguese culture to Hamilton
Fado is considered to be the blues of the Portuguese people, says organizer and performer Clara Santos, who came to Canada with her family in 1990. Watch this video to learn more about Hamilton's annual Fado gala. Originally aired on Cable 14's Hamilton Life.
Cathedral Annex provides hope for students and communities in need
Cathedral Annex works year-round to help those in need by providing them with food, clothing, shoes, home goods and hope. The idea of the Annex was formed in 2006 thanks to Educational Assistant Marilyn Pavao and former Cathedral teacher Ken John, now Vice-Principal at Cardinal Newman Catholic Secondary School, who decided to expand the school's … Continue reading Cathedral Annex provides hope for students and communities in need
High school entrepreneurs pitch at MIGHTY Finale
Thirteen high school students shared their business ideas with a panel of judges at the 2018 Mentors In Greater Hamilton Teaching Youth Pitch Finale. The MIGHTY Entrepreneurship Program matches high school students with student mentors of Mohawk College’s small business and entrepreneurship program. Participants and mentors developed business skills, heard from guest speakers, created a business … Continue reading High school entrepreneurs pitch at MIGHTY Finale
Ancaster Village Church promotes reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples through Blanket Exercise
Ancaster Village Church is educating the community about the history of Indigenous Peoples and promoting reconciliation through a Kairos Blanket Exercise. Participants stand on blankets that represent the way of life and the land that was once inhabited by Indigenous people. Facilitators pull back and remove the blankets as they guide people through an historical timeline … Continue reading Ancaster Village Church promotes reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples through Blanket Exercise
Bishop Ryan Xpression: creative output for over 200 students
Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School’s BR Xpression vocal ensemble and jazz band is composed of more than 200 members from grades nine to 12. Watch this video to find out more about the group established in 1999. Originally aired on Cable 14's Hamilton Life.
Balzac’s Coffee Roasters Founder says success has been ‘organic’
Diana Olsen, the president of Balzac’s Coffee Roasters, shares the inspiration for founding this coffee shop. Watch this video to discover the unique history of the company and get inspired by her natural success. Originally aired on Cable 14's Hamilton Life.
‘A Second Chance in Life’: Founder of Studio 12
At age 25, Jacqueline Crossley spent more than 40 days in the ICU at St. Joseph’s Hospital after she was diagnosed with a rare genetic mutation. When Crossley was admitted to the hospital in 2015, doctors discovered a blood clot in her portal vein and the clot had cut off circulation to her small intestine, … Continue reading ‘A Second Chance in Life’: Founder of Studio 12
