Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week

Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS) nominates Donna Sieben for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Donna has been volunteering at PARDS for almost 3 years now. She leads in lessons weekly, giving us a morning of her time, knowing we can rely on her being there for her riders. Donna arrives early to help the instructors tack up horses, which is much appreciated, especially in these group lessons where up to 4 horses need to be groomed and tacked and after lessons Donna helps untack and take horses out. One of Donna’s riders is visually impaired and the 2 can be seen chatting while waiting to mount. Donna is always making her aware of the surroundings, often with humour, instilling a trusting bond between the 2, on and off the horse. Donna’s connection with this rider is often met with “big hugs for the week”. When a new volunteer joined the group this year, they quickly discovered a friend and family connection and the 2 have become close friends. At PARDS you never know who you will meet, Thank you Donna!’

Seniors Outreach nominates Marcia Church for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Thank you to Marcia for volunteering for Seniors Outreach. She has been helping out with our fundraising – selling tickets at The Dream Home and when we sold Cash & Camping tickets.’

Seniors Outreach nominates for Ron Boyce Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Ron has been volunteering for Seniors Outreach for a few years. He has helped with our fundraising – helping with Cash & Camping and Dream Home Ticket Sales. We appreciate his support.’

Seniors Outreach nominates Trudy Wynnychuk for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Trudy has been a volunteer for several years for Seniors Outreach – We value her willingness to lend a helping hand assisting with Ticket Sales at the 2023 Dream Home and the 2022 Cash & Camping, ticket sales. We enjoy her enthusiasm and appreciate her willingness to help out whenever we ask. Thank You Trudy.’

Seniors Outreach nominates Janet Van Someren for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Thank you to Janet as she lends a helping hand assisting with Ticket Sales at the 2023 Dream home. We enjoy her warmth and appreciate her support. Congratulations Janet.’

Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS) nominates Gordon Ingledew for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Gordon has been volunteering with PARDS since September of 2022. After attending a Volunteer Orientation. Gordon initially took on 2 rider lessons leading, but when a need comes up to add a new rider he has been more than happy to step in and help. Gordon now volunteers 2 mornings a week. He comes in to groom and tack the horses getting them ready for riders and then leads and sidewalks. His calm, quiet personality eases nervous riders and other riders greet him with enthusiasm. While tacking or standing in the arena waiting for riders you can see him giving horses he works with gentle scratches letting them know, “we got this” and they know they can rely on him.’

Seniors Outreach nominates Karen Friesen for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘We look forward to Karen’s smile as she lends a helping hand assisting with Ticket Sales at the 2023 Dream home and 2022 Cash & Camping. Thank you Karen for your support.’

Seniors Outreach nominates Katherine Aylesworth for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘We appreciate Katherine’s willingness lend a helping hand – whether serving hot chocolate at the Northern Light Show or assisting with Ticket Sales at the 2023 Dream home and 2022 Cash & Camping. Thank you Katherine for your support.’

United for Literacy nominates Josaiah Ordonia for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Josaiah is kind, patient and conscientious when planning how to best support his learner during their reading time. This has allowed for his learner to gain confidence not only in his academics but also with his peers. Thank you Josaiah for sharing your time with United for Literacy.’

United for Literacy nominates Amanda Fiddler for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Amanda’s passion for literacy is contagious! Amanda shares her time two learners who are always looking forward to their next reading session with her. The smiles and laughter that they share over books will have a lifelong impact and for that we cannot thank her enough.’

Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS) nominates Angie Gourlie for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Angie has been volunteering with PARDS for a number of years. She volunteers in the lessons, barn and at fundraising events throughout the year. She really enjoys being a part of the pure joy that riding and being around the horses brings to our clients. She leads horses in lessons, while riders are learning safety and sidewalks with those who are working on their balance. She has helped lead at the pony rides at the PARDS Carnival and bartends at many of our fundraising events. Angie regularly volunteers as a mentor in the Petit Trot program where she works one on one with young riders to catch, groom, saddle and ride their horse while earning certificates, as they master the skills needed to ride independently and take care of their horse before and after they ride. Having a mentor like Angie for these kids is truly a blessing. She is always willing to help in any way she can and cares deeply about the well being and happiness of our horses and clients.’

Grande Prairie Council for Lifelong Learning nominates Yingxin (Tracey) Teng for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Tracey is our learning assistant who supports our beginner ESL learners in the classroom every Tuesday and Thursday morning. She provides assistance to learners that require additional help with completing their lessons & classroom activities. We thank Tracey for her energy and passion in helping our ESL students succeed in learning the English language. She is a remarkable human being with a big heart for others, and we are lucky to have her on our team!’