Today we honour those who believe in all work and no pay.
Find out what moves them to take action.
Hear how they give, but get more in return.
Listen to their stories below and be inspired to start making a difference in our community.
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Andrews Sports
Jumbo Building Products
YWCA, St Thomas
St Thomas Elgin General Hospital Foundation
Hayhoe Rentals
Volunteer Appreciation Day: Sarah Coleman
For Sarah Coleman, helping others put food on the table isn't just a job, it's a deeply personal mission shaped by lived experience and a strong belief in supporting your community. Coleman works full...
Feb 12, 2026
Volunteer Appreciation Day: Jim Wakefield
For Jim Wakefield, volunteering is simply part of showing up for the community. A member of the St. Thomas Optimist Club for 16 years, Wakefield currently serves as vice-president and is preparing for...
Feb 12, 2026
Volunteer Appreciation Day: Jeff Yurek, St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital Foundation
It's Volunteer Appreciation Day on myFM, a day where we pay tribute to five individuals who so freely give of their time and resources to make St. Thomas and Elgin a better place to live. While well k...
Feb 12, 2026
Volunteer Appreciation Day: Kara Lynds, YWCA
It's Volunteer Appreciation Day on myFM, a day where we pay tribute to five individuals who so freely give of their time and resources to make St. Thomas and Elgin and better place to live. When asked...
Feb 12, 2026
Volunteer Appreciation Day: Tina Swaenepoel
For Tina Swaenepoel, giving back isn't something she does when she has some spare time; it's woven into nearly every part of her life. While many in the community know Swaenepoel through her work with...
Feb 12, 2026