When Elizabeth Janusz first dreamed up a plan to deliver hot meals to people in need, she didn’t yet know what it would become. There was no blueprint, no staff, no budget—just a deep belief in community and a few courageous friends willing to lend their time and hearts. One of the first...

When Lynne Faught first agreed to deliver Meals on Wheels, she didn’t expect to be doing it for more than 35 years. She had been invited by her friend Maxine Prentice to join the volunteer team, and figured she’d give it a try. “It must have been enjoyable,” she laughs, &ldqu...

In the early days of Meals on Wheels—then a service of the Courtesy Association—a small group of committed volunteers laid the foundation for what would become a vital service in the Peterborough community. But as the program sought to grow, the question loomed: how could they build the ...

Gary Dalliday was more than just a voice for local sports—he was a cornerstone of the Peterborough community. His natural ability to unite people, whether through his charismatic broadcasting or his personal involvement in causes close to his heart, defined his legacy. As a beloved sports broa...

When Marilyn McKenzie retired from volunteering with Meals on Wheels in 2023, she had been delivering meals in Peterborough for 53 years. Just a few months later, she passed away peacefully at the age of 88 — leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and quiet impact that continues to i...