Local Guides rooted in the community

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Guider Tiffany Evans has once again enjoyed an action-packed year as a key organizer with the 99th Winnipeg Guides, Glenlawn Riverview District – Girl Guides of Canada.

Talking to The Lance recently about the year’s highlights, Evans said the group’s recent involvement in an environmental cleanup and tree-planting session on Bishop Grandin Greenway will remain rooted in her memory.

Evans, who spearheaded the group’s involvement with the project and was assisted by another guider, Jayne Drul, said community involvement is key to the mantra of the organization, which strives to ensure that girls and women from all walks of life feel a sense of belonging and can fully participate in activities.

“Helping the future growth of the tree canopy and wildlife habitat on the greenway, and getting in and supporting the community as a whole using different skills is empowering,” Evans said, who grew up in St. Vital and now lives in Westwood.

“Bishop Grandin Greenway means a lot to so many people. It started when I was younger and so much knowledge has been put to preserve the space for future generations. I’ve said to the girls that when they are older, the kids and grandkids will get to enjoy it.”

“The trees that have been planted have established a ‘Guiding Grove’ at Glen Meadow that will create a windbreak that will create a windbreak and shade for cyclists and pedestrians on the trail,” she added.

Aside from the continued support of the non-profit Bishop Grandin Greenway for the project, Evans is grateful for the help and assistance of numerous organizations.

The group is made up of girls involved in five levels of guiding aged between four and 18, Evans said.

The group is based out of St. Mary Magdalene Church (3 St. Vital Rd.).

Go online at www.girlguides.ca for more information.

simon.fuller@canstarnews.com