JUNE 2024 | MIRANDA SHEPPHARD

JUNE 2024 | MIRANDA SHEPPHARD

After moving to Shediac from Ontario 3 years ago, I had some free time on my hands and a desire to become a part of this community. I knew I wanted to volunteer but didn’t know how. I can across an SOS looking for volunteer drivers for Urban Rides. It...
MAY 2024 | JEAN FRIGAULT

MAY 2024 | JEAN FRIGAULT

Hello,My name is Jean and I have been a resident of Moncton since the age of 6.After my retirement in June 2022, I was looking for a place to volunteer. I began my search at the South East Volunteer Center. Debbi introduced me to the Urban Rural Rides service and in...
APRIL 2024 | MONIQUE OUELLETTE

APRIL 2024 | MONIQUE OUELLETTE

I am surprised by this honor. I am a retired nurse and I love helping people live better. My role as a volunteer driver allows me to enjoy a rewarding retirement. I also keep busy as a knitter and transform wood into buttons and accessories. I also work as a mentor...
MARCH 2024 | GASTON JOLICOEUR

MARCH 2024 | GASTON JOLICOEUR

After retiring 2 years ago for the second time.  We moved back in NB. This time I decided to volunteer instead of keeping on working. I spend most of my life on the road, so being home full time allows me to be available to help. So I volunteer one day a week...
FEBRUARY 2024 | MICHAEL SPEARS

FEBRUARY 2024 | MICHAEL SPEARS

Grew up in London, Ontario and have lived in a few different provinces.  I am a type 1 diabetic. I owned a business selling and installing granite, and was featured in a magazine for my work.  I have worked as a maintenance worker doing pretty much...
JANUARY 2024 | TERRY SISSON

JANUARY 2024 | TERRY SISSON

The opportunity to become an Urban Rural Rides driver came almost a year ago and I thought it was a good fit for both the URR and myself.  I was born and raised in Arthurette which is now in the District of Tobique Valley.  I left to go to...