Neighbourly (formerly Journey With Care)

HEADLINES | Every Small Yes: Faith in Action from Coast to Coast


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Description

What holds Canadian communities together when the world feels frayed at the edges?

Johan digs into stories of ordinary neighbours going the extra mile—from Collingwood curlers who trade brooms for bikes to raise money for hospice care, to volunteers in Cambridge answering the call to be a friend to those feeling isolated. The episode highlights the urgent need for drivers and meal delivery volunteers in East Parry Sound, reminding us that sometimes compassion is as simple as showing up with a seatbelt and a smile.

With plenty of warmth and wit, Johan shares real moments of kindness, neighbourly quirks, and the quiet power of simple acts, leaving listeners inspired to find their own way to make a difference close to home.

Time Stamps

00:43 "Have a Heart"

02:40 Combating Isolation Through Connection

03:59 Neighbourhood Watch | Neighbours Make a "Stink"

05:30 Opportunities in Parry Sound

Sources

We retell each story in our own words with clear attribution to the original reporting.

1️⃣ Extra Innings of Kindness

Original story: “Blue Jays fans show off classic Canadian kindness to opposing teams” by The Canadian Press, CityNews Halifax (Oct. 26, 2025).

Additional context: Toronto fans donating to Seattle Children’s Hospital after the ALCS, Toronto Life (Oct. 21–22, 2025).

2️⃣ Moncton’s Thank-You Walks

Original story: “Newcomer family in Moncton does weekly cleanups to show gratitude” by Rhythm Rathi, CBC News New Brunswick (Oct. 26, 2025)

🔎 Neighbourhood Watch — The Great French Fry Mystery

Original story: “The Great French Fry Mystery” by Harley Rustad, Toronto Life (Aug. 11, 2025).

3️⃣ Blankets & Belonging on the Island

Original story: “Indigenous people living off-reserve are forging community and connections in P.E.I.” by Delaney Kelly, CBC News P.E.I. (Oct. 27, 2025).

Program context: Strengthening Aboriginal Families Effectively (SAFE) — Native Council of P.E.I. ncpei.com

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Skip The Dinner-Double Your Impact

Skip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.

Right now, every year-end gift or pledge is DOUBLED by a generous donor, so your giving goes twice as far to help strengthen CareImpact’s work with churches and community partners across Canada.
Each donation will be matched before January 1, 2026.

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