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Hammarskjold High School: Hope, skill-building and community in action.

You know those moments that remind you what’s possible when a community pulls in the same direction? Here’s one worth celebrating.

Last week, Hammarskjold High School students – finished another student‑built home.  How great is this?  Crafted right here by local young people learning the skilled trades.  The house made its journey north to Nibi-namik First Nation.

Northern communities continue to face real, urgent housing pressures, and this project is a powerful example of what happens when education connects directly to real‑world needs. These students didn’t just earn hands-on experience; they helped create a practical, meaningful solution for a community that needs it.

Every board, every nail, every late‑day cleanup — all done with care, craftsmanship, and teamwork. And honestly, that pride shows.

A huge thankyou to Matawa First Nations, the Lakehead Social Planning Council, and the amazing partners, supporters, and behind‑the‑scenes staff who make opportunities like this possible.

It’s more than a house. It’s hope, skill‑building, and community in action — and that’s something worth celebrating today.

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  • Danny Foresta was born and raised in Thunder Bay. He's worked in radio for over 30 years. Has spent the last 20 years in Morning Radio. Joined Acadia Broadcasting in 2021.  He hosts "Mornings In The Bay" on 99.9 The Bay.
    He enjoys all aspects of the radio industry. Danny is married to Lori, and has a son, Joseph in University.

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