Stories of Kindness

When people look out for one another, they keep giving. When those stories are shared, more people see what is possible.

That is Best Kind.

Each story here reflects a different way people care across Newfoundland and Labrador. Read, share, and give to the communities behind them.

Betty and Eddie Sheer talking about how her story reflects the ways people look out or each other in the Bonavista Peninsula in Newfoundland and Labrador

A Story of Kindness from Bonavista

Nominated by SaltWater Community Association

Betty's story reflects the ways people look out for each other across Newfoundland and Labrador. Kindness like this happens every day. Sharing it sparks more of it.

 

A Story of Kindness from Marystown

Nominated by Smallwood Crescent Community Centre

Two people. 60 years of community service. And they had no idea what was coming. Ronald Saint and Cynthia Broders have given so much to their community. 

 

Marit and John, Eddie Sheer, NorthPine Foundation and the team from Lionel Kelland Hospice in Grand Falls-Windsor

A Story of Kindness from Grand Falls-Windsor

Nominated by Lionel Kelland Hospice

Marit has always felt that she gets more from volunteering than she gives. For her and her husband, John, community service has just been a part of who they are. 

Another Story of Kindness from Marystown

Nominated by Smallwood Crescent Community Centre

Through the Lions Club, Edna has been organizing bingo nights, fundraisers, and community events across the Burin Peninsula for years.

A Story of Kindness from Bishop's Falls

Nominated by the Town of Bishop's Falls

Everett Pelley has spent a lifetime showing up for people. At 85, he hasn't stopped. For decades, Mr. Pelley has looked after his community.

 

A Story of Kindness from Bell Island

Nominated by the Town of Wabana

Bell Island is full of people who get things done. Roseann Grant and Doris Bennett are two shining examples.

 

A Story of Kindness from Small Point to Adam's Cove

Nominated by the Town of Small Point to Adam's Cove

When the wildfires came, Marie Kennell was always the last volunteer to go home.  She’s the kind of person who shows up as soon as she hears a helping hand is needed.