It's a pattern! When John’s wife signed up their son for Beavers, she was asked "what would you or your husband like to do for the organization?" The result is John became a Beaver Leader.  When his wife was asked the same question by the Brockville Newcomers Club, John became the Treasurer.

Beth is absolutely loving life in Brockville, embracing every moment with a vibrant array of activities! From paddling and golf to curling, skating, and even belly dancing, she's truly living the dream. And of course, her dedication to volunteering adds another wonderful layer to her bustling, joyful life.

As a photographer, Vince is still waiting for the job offer from National Geographic.  In the meantime, he is happily filling his portfolio with images of stunning sunrises over the St. Lawrence, though he’s quickly discovered that Brockville offers so much more than picturesque views.

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A lifelong choral singer, Heather enjoys Brockville’s many excellent cultural opportunities and is a regular at local theatre and music events.  She can often be found at the library, market and waterfront, and loves learning about her adopted home town and region through history walks and daytrips.

After years of designing and manufacturing automatic machines, John has finally embraced the beauty of manual operations - especially when it comes to the delightful art of raising a glass - proving that some things are just better done by hand.

Deirdre is Irish born and a qualified Irish dancing teacher who can jig, sip wine, and kayak—all without spilling a drop. Deirdre navigates life with equal parts curiosity and good wine. When not chasing dreams, she’s probably chasing her dog—or a new playlist.

A true nature lover and an avid admirer of all things green, Gwen can often be found happily wandering the many scenic trails around Brockville. That is, of course, when she isn't completely engrossed in the latest captivating mystery novel by her favorite author, Louise Penny.

Jennifer is currently focused on gently supervising her childrens' raising of her grandchildren. When relieved of these duties, she finds time to volunteer at Maycourt, host the BNC Pubbers night, tend to her garden, and contribute to Brockville's burgeoning social scene.

After spending many years in the chemical industry, Carmine now spends his time looking for and creating positive interactions with new acquaintances, friends and family. He finds that the inputs and outputs of these connections often lead to some very interesting and delightful outcomes.