Thanks for making me feel welcome: A Connection in Action story from Andrea
Small acts of kindness turned a new address into a real community.
I just moved into the neighbourhood a few months ago, but already I’ve had several experiences that have reminded me how valuable connections with neighbours can be.
One day I was struggling to attach a trailer to my bike — a neighbour noticed my struggles, and loaned me the wrench I needed. Another time, I wanted to go to a celebration at work — some students I’d come to know upstairs stepped in to help out with childcare so I could go. One afternoon I was chatting with some neighbourhood kids, and their mom invited me over and then sent me home with eggs from her chickens and a tomato plant for my garden.
All of these gestures have made me feel really welcomed in the community!
Capital Region Connection in Action is a campaign to strengthen neighbourly connection, personal belonging, and community resilience.
Connection in Action is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.