Inspire

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

Musical reunion for father and son at Toystock (3 photos)

10-year-old Gavin Gaetano joins father Mike onstage, plays drums a decade after he appeared as a newborn at first Toystock

Dec 3, 2022 8:13 AM Read more >

The sky's the limit for Sault dancer Gagnon (7 photos)

Local teen shines as part of a dance team at a Mexican resort, heading to Miss Universe Canada pageant in 2023

Nov 21, 2022 3:07 PM Read more >

Algoma U student ‘beyond grateful’ for community recognition

17-year-old Abigail Hamilton recently earned the John R. Rhodes scholarship for her leadership, compassion, and volunteer efforts

Nov 5, 2022 3:56 PM Read more >

Local gymnast places 2nd among Canada’s ninja pros (4 photos)

18-year-old Sylas Snider had a podium finish at the Canadian Ninja League National Finals in Vancouver, and he’s hungry for more

Nov 1, 2022 3:41 PM Read more >

Spicy horse pulls 10-year-old out of shyness into championships

Deep friendship, community support and a strong love of going fast helped Cinnamon find her stride and Sophia find her voice

Oct 14, 2022 9:33 PM Read more >

Northwoods Wildman is on the scene

SooToday catches up with a seven-year-old budding outdoor expert and social media influencer having a blast while educating and entertaining people in the northwoods

Sep 9, 2022 7:46 AM Read more >

Clean North scholarship winner encourages youth

Celeste Shoahs, one of four winners of an environmental scholarship from Clean North and Shaw, advises young people to get involved in environmental stewardship any way they can

Jul 28, 2022 10:20 AM Read more >

Sault female hockey player has her eyes on Winter Olympics

On her way to reaching hockey’s biggest stage, 12-year-old Haylee Lecuyer is okay with being one girl on a rink of boys

Jun 10, 2022 2:14 PM Read more >

Motivated sibling duo reflects on successful cross-country skiing season

Jasper and Gwendolyn Tchir received provincial recognition in March

May 6, 2022 5:31 PM Read more >

Games Nook II more than a store - it's also a community

Games Nook II is half store, half game room

Apr 6, 2022 11:02 AM Read more >

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