Bryanna Rundle nominated by Valhalla Community School
Valhalla Community School nominates Bryanna Rundle for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Bryanna always has a smile on her face and is there whenever we need her. When other parents are not able to make it, Bryanna is always more than willing to help. There have been multiple days when she has helped make lunches for our students or brought goodies when we needed more. She is a busy mom of 4 but always makes time for helping out at our school.’
Jaimie Jackson nominated by Seniors Outreach – Snow Fairies
Seniors Outreach – Snow Fairies nominates Jaimie Jackson for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘The Snow Fairies is a volunteer program where a person or group is assigned to a senior to their driveway free of snow and ice for the winter. This is Jaimie’s second winter volunteering as a Snow Fairy for our snow removal program. It means so much to have people like her who volunteer their time to help the seniors in our community! Thank You Jaimie!’
Jacob Fajardo nominated by Melissa Lofstrom
Melissa Lofstrom with AMA Safety Patrollers nominates Jacob Fajardo for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! Melissa wrote ‘Jacob is a very reliable AMA Patroller. He is always on time and never misses a day of patrolling. Jacob independently gets himself to school on time for patrol and is always willing to help out when someone isn’t able to make their day. Jacob is a friendly person and is always looking for ways to help others. He is more than deserving!’
Nancy Ingram nominated by PARDS
Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS) nominates Nancy Ingram for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Nancy volunteers in many ways at PARDS. She comes numerous days throughout the week to lead horses or sidewalk with our therapeutic riders who require support. As a retired school teacher, she has offered support with educational ideas for our Literacy Program and her playful, fun-loving nature has made our young riders in the Little Pony Motricity Program feel confident and leaving with giggles and smiles. We have joked that we should put a cot in the barn because of the time she offers to our riders; as she is usually one of the first to jump in when another volunteer is away. Thank you Nancy for your continued support ensuring PARDS riders have an enjoyable and safe lesson!’
Char Kaytor nominated by Centre for Young Parents
Centre for Young Parents nominates Char Kaytor for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Char has been volunteering in the First Steps Drop in Childcare Centre since 2019. Char is enjoying her retirement spending her time camping and traveling as much as possible. We appreciate Char’s flexibility and understanding when plans change last minute. Kids of all ages enjoy playing with Char, and busy or quiet we can always rely on Char to help out wherever needed. Thank you Char for donating your most valuable asset – your time!’
Misha Patel nominated by Charity Chaulk with the Maude Clifford Public School AMA Patrollers
Charity Chaulk with the Maude Clifford Public School AMA Patrollers nominates Misha Patel for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! Charity wrote ‘I am nominating Misha because she is a hardworking and reliable member of our patrolling team. Misha is one of the first outside and is always reliable. She works hard and takes the task seriously; consistently making sure the students of the school are safe crossing the road.’
Jenn Ash nominated by Helping Hands Society of Grande Prairie
Helping Hands Society of Grande Prairie nominates Jenn Ash for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Jenn is so incredibly valuable to our organization. She spends countless hours shopping, organizing, and helping keep us on track. Without her, we wouldn’t be able to help families in need in our city and we want her to know just how thankful we are for her abilities.‘
Janet Loseth nominated by Centre for Young Parents
Centre for Young Parents nominates Janet Loseth for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week!
They wrote ‘Jan is one of our many valued volunteers. She has been volunteering at the Thrift Shop prior to the store opening in September. (Inside note…. that was because Jan is the sister of the store supervisor Cheryl. She bribed her and insisted upon her help!!! LOL!).
Jan has recently started into her retirement from the Healthcare field with AHS. Her organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail has been a welcomed addition to the store! She volunteers twice/week and enjoys tending to the folding, packaging, and labelling within the linen department. She is a hard worker and often goes above and beyond what is requested of her.
Jan is a great advocate for the thrift store and is a welcomed smiling face each week! Thank you Jan!!!’
Jay Sydoruk nominated by the Grande Prairie Branch of the Alberta Genealogical Society
The Grande Prairie Branch of the Alberta Genealogical Society nominates Jay Sydoruk for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week!
They wrote ‘Although a member for 6 short years, Jay has made considerable contributions to the Branch. He has been our computer go to guy. Jay is very knowledgeable in issues to do with computers and has been responsible for the upkeep, repair, and replacement of the computers in the Branch.
Along with being a faithful attendee at Branch meetings and functions, Jay has been a member of the Branch Executive Committee for the past 3 years. He has also filled in as a representative of the Branch President at Provincial Board meetings.
One of Jay’s most significant contributions is his knowledge and skill in the area of genealogical research. As one of our “genies” he has been available on a regular basis, to Branch members and the public in general, to help and guide the search for ancestors. While very knowledgeable about Genealogical research in general, he is particularly skilled in helping people trace their Ukrainian ancestry. Jay has also been a part of numerous forays into outlying communities to help people with searches for ancestors and to help them become confident and competent in searching on their own.
All in all, Jay has been willing to take on tasks on behalf of the Branch. He is a smart and capable young man.’
Destiny Sayles nominated by Seniors Outreach
Seniors Outreach nominates Destiny Sayles for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Destiny volunteered her time at the hot chocolate and apple cider booth for the Northern Spirit Lights Snow in December. We appreciate her sharing support and her big smile!’
Jhesryn Trinidad nominated by Grande Prairie Family Education Society
Grande Prairie Family Education Society nominates Jhesryn Trinidad for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! They wrote ‘Jhesryn has volunteered with us in a few different capacities and always arrives with a huge smile and eager to help with anything. Jhesryn is kind, helpful and we love having her around! Thanks, Jhes!
Tonya Ploughman nominated by Whitney Atkinson
Whitney Atkinson nominates Tonya Ploughman for Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week! She wrote ‘On behalf of myself and majority of Crystal Lake and Lakeland moms. I would like to nominate Tonya Ploughman, who didn’t hesitate to jump up and help organize and fundraise for a Local Family in need. She went above and beyond to help Kristin Beaudry and Family (Kristin was battling Cancer), her medication alone was putting the family behind on bills. Grande Prairie is lucky to have Tonya, who out of the goodness of their hearts spent countless hours to bring holiday cheer to that family.’