Articles by Nigel Gordijk
Articles written for clients and local causes
Indigenous Elder provides traditional knowledge, counselling and healing in Wilmot
Haudenosaunee Nina De Shane has a full schedule with Wilmot Family Resource Centre as she keeps Indigenous traditions alive
The shame of slavery left unasked questions about my family’s history
Ending a silence that lasted for generations, Wilmot-Tavistock Gazette reporter Nigel Gordijk says it’s time to start telling his ancestors’ story
Terry Fox’s Family Embraces Its Indigenous Ancestry
On the 41st anniversary of the end of the Marathon of Hope, Darrell Fox talks about his family’s Métis heritage, which is acknowledged in this year’s Terry Fox Run t-shirt design, and reflects on his brother’s legacy.
Feel connected and maintain mental health, with technology, spirituality and routine
Interfaith Counselling Centre’s Interim Executive Director Matthew Isert Bender is temporarily working from home, rather than the agency’s New Hamburg-based offices. “It’s almost like starting a new job.”
Community groups connect and collaborate to produce face masks
While the coronavirus COVID-19 continues to shut down physical spaces in communities, Wilmot residents are still looking for ways to help out.
New Hamburg 3D print firm aims to join the government’s COVID-19 fight
3D Prototype Design’s invention, the Clip 19 face shield, has captured the attention of local MP, Tim Louis.
Wilmot Stronger Together website launches to support local businesses and non-profits
A group of Wilmot volunteers has launched a new website that provides information about local businesses and organizations who are still able to serve the public under the recently declared state of emergency in Ontario.
Donated phones help to empower and heal human trafficking survivors
Wilmot councillor Angie Hallman collected over 20 donated devices for the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region’s Anti-Human Trafficking program. On March 13, Hallman and fellow councillors Jenn Pfenning and Cheryl Gordijk handed them over to SASCWR’s Executive Director Sara Casselman (at left). The phones will be used by at-risk youth and women.
Heritage and family are cause for celebration at Kennedy’s in St. Agatha
Sláinte! Mike Kennedy with a pint of “the dark stuff”, Guinness, one of the popular drinks that will be served over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Minister’s roundtable in Wilmot discusses women’s role in rural economic development
Maryam Monsef, federal Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, led a roundtable discussion with 20 female community representatives.
What exactly happens when your blue box is picked up off the curb in Waterloo Region?
The pickup is just the start of a long journey for recyclables.
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Are we doing enough? Getting to the bottom of volunteer, donation shortage in Wilmot
New Hamburg resident Nigel Gordijk spoke to organizations, politicians regarding fundraising, volunteers in Wilmot
CHYM Tree of Hope Radiothon raises money and awareness for Family & Children’s Services Foundation
Family & Children’s Services Foundation’s 27th annual CHYM Tree of Hope Radiothon, held Thursday, December 5 at The Family Centre in Kitchener, was a resounding success. The campaign, including Radiothon, has, to date, raised $232,634 this year.
Mental Health Awareness breakfast in Wilmot helps remove stigma
Goal was to help fight the stigma surrounding mental health by telling stories of hope and healing
Wilmot councillors help raise awareness about domestic abuse
November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month
TCP production donates proceeds to Wilmot Terry Fox Run
Some winners gave back the prize money, doubling the donation at the shows
Meadow Acres hosts charity fashion show in Petersburg
Big Brothers Big Sisters fashions a positive image at Meadow Acres
New cancer care counsellor appointed by Interfaith Counselling Centre
Interfaith Counselling Centre's Amy Krug is bringing her passion and expertise to the newly-created position of Cancer Care Counsellor
How Wilmot's Terry Fox Run keeps breaking its own fundraising records
In-studio interview with Craig Norris for The Morning Edition on CBC-KW.
Heartwarming stories lift spirits at Wilmot Terry Fox Run's 'A Night To Inspire'
Raised $985 for Wilmot Terry Fox Run
Concert For Terry returns to St George’s Anglican Church on July 27
Stacked lineup for fundraising event at St. George's Anglican Church
Wilmot Terry Fox Run concerts go on the road across the township and beyond
“This will allow the public to feel closer to the music"
2019 Living Well Festival celebrates health and wellness in Wilmot
Begins Thursday, April 25, at Angie's in St. Agatha
A warm welcome and exquisite cuisine awaits at The Royal York
The Fairmont Royal York wears its heritage well, but it's the people who make a stay here feel like you're right at home
About Nigel Gordijk
Nigel specializes in community-based marketing for small businesses and non-profits, using graphic design and social media. He believes that effective design is the result of intelligent thinking, resulting in ideas that are engaging, memorable and relevant to you and your audience.