A pandemic program connecting student-athletes at Carleton University and older adults at a nearby long-term care home is helping its residents feel less isolated. "The Ottawa community gives a lot to us so I think it's really nice to be able to give back." WATCH | The benefits to both sides:Student athletes connect with local seniors during COVID-19 pandemic CBC News Ottawa Video 0:42 Zoe Totten-Coulter says the program connecting residents of long-term care homes with student athletes has helped fight the isolating effects of the pandemic. — Kwesi Loney, Carleton University soccer coach"Although we are not able to compete on the field or the court of the ice, our community was facing adversity. Some athletes who didn't return to campus are still connecting because they can do it over the phone or virtually.

Source: CBC News December 30, 2020 09:00 UTC