Helping the helpers: How Co-operators Community Funds are keeping people stay connected at Dartmouth-based LakeCity Works

28/05/2021 11 min
Helping the helpers: How Co-operators Community Funds are keeping people stay connected at Dartmouth-based LakeCity Works

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Episode Synopsis

The pandemic has impacted many people in community and has put a strain on resources. LakeCity Works, a Dartmouth-based social enterprise has received a total of $90,000 in grants from Co-operators Community Funds (CCF) over the last three years. The money has been able to help enhance the employability and well-being of people living with mental illness in the community. I spoke with Liam O'Rourke, Executive Director LakeCity Works and Chad Park, VP Sustainability & Citizenship, The Co-operators.