January 2009

CSR Idol Discovers Humour, Optimistic Spirit amidst Poverty in the Philippines

The progressing culture of a city defines and separates it from other urban areas. Unfortunately, London’s arts scene can sometimes feel like a younger sibling in Ontario, often overlooked by larger cities and only seldom chiming in with a unique voice.

However, a group of young artists and Western students calling themselves the Open House Arts Collective aim to add a little more maturity and confidence to London’s cultural movements.

A big welcome to Chelsea Lake, the new Director of Youth Programs! 

Chelsea began her involvement with The YES, formerly Camp Rainbow, as a participant in the   program in 1999. Since then Chelsea has been involved as a staff member, workshop facilitator and administrative assistant for the program. 

The Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada endorsed today's call by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for new infrastructure spending.

Co-operatives, credit unions and their members across the country are celebrating the 100th anniversary this year of what has now become one of Canada’s largest economic and social movements.