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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.

 

Cambridge families facing challenging times now have new places to smile

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

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

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
Grand River Hotel supportive housing build pegged at $17.2 million

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

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
Cambridge authors join forces for book of short stories

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
Camino Wellbeing celebrates Pride Month with OK2BME Program

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

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
Victorian histories depict mystery of Dickson Hill’s past

Victorian histories depict mystery of Dickson Hill’s past

Author John Hagopian, offers a glimpse into the area’s Victorian past with his biography, 'The Life and Times of Florence Dickson', and his neighbourhood book, 'Dickson's Hill: Galt's Victorian Masterpiece'
Construction underway for new community Cambridge Salvation Army facility

Construction underway for new community Cambridge Salvation Army facility

In February, The Salvation Army vacated their premises on Shade Street and moved into a new temporary location at 63 Water Street South