Rooted

These stories about the people and places that make us proud to call Cambridge home are made possible through the support of Dignity Memorial (Cambridge) as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Hespeler Heritage Centre: preserving and promoting history

Since 1992, the Hespeler Heritage Centre has become home to an archival collection that consists of over 5,000 pieces of old photos, documents, memorabilia and artifacts ranging in age from the early 19th century to recent days

Jan 30, 2025 11:26 AM Read more >

Creating fibre art 'one of the nicest things you can do,' say Cambridge Handweavers

Cambridge Handweavers and Spinners Guild have been advancing and preserving ancient fibre crafts since 1978

Jan 23, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

Cambridge families facing challenging times now have new places to smile

Starling Community Services in Cambridge celebrated the grand opening of two new Smilezones in the Child and Parent Place (CAPP) program

Nov 19, 2024 7:15 AM Read more >

SEEDS offers new hope and new start for survivors of sex trafficking

With a multi-stage, long-term residence structure for survivors, SEEDS imagines a better tomorrow for exploited women and children, one of hope, peace, and recovery

Oct 1, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

ICYMI Converting former Grand River Hotel into supportive housing will cost $17.2 million

Fundraising efforts are underway for the 46-unit building that's estimated to open in 2026

Sep 28, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Grand River Hotel supportive housing build pegged at $17.2 million

Fundraising efforts are underway for the 46-unit building that's estimated to open in 2026

Sep 24, 2024 1:05 PM Read more >

Haven House celebrates grand opening of children's Smilezone play space

To support children moving beyond violence, the new new child-focused space is designed to offer children and families a welcoming experience during their stay at the Haven House emergency shelter in Cambridge

Aug 14, 2024 3:20 PM Read more >

Cambridge authors join forces for book of short stories

A group of local writers have come together for the launch of a new book, a short story compilation featuring new and established Cambridge authors

Jul 24, 2024 7:15 AM Read more >

Camino Wellbeing celebrates Pride Month with OK2BME Program

OK2BME program offers supportive, confidential services for 2SLGBTQIA+ children, teens and adults, as well as those who wonder about their sexuality or gender identity

Jun 22, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

Bernice Adams Awards: a lasting legacy for the arts in Cambridge

On May 23, the 41st Bernice Adams Awards ceremony will present awards, bursaries and scholarships to support youth and adults in Cambridge who work towards achieving their goals in the arts

May 18, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

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