Issue 34 • sjcommunitynewspaper@gmail.com • April & May 2014 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Volunteering Has No Age Limit
Pictured above L-R: Paddy, Sandy and Mary enjoing the Volunteer Luncheon By Debbie McLeod & Barry Freeze Barry Freeze from Leisure Services and I, Debbie McLeod from Social Development, organized a volunteer appreciation luncheon on Thursday, March 20th, first day of Spring, to recognize and celebrate the people who do wonderful and meaningful work in our communities. We hosted the event at the beautiful and serene Villa Madonna where we were treated like royalty! We had a nutritious, yummy lunch which was all homemade.Then we went into the conference room where it was nicely decorated and had some chances to win a Sobeys gift card and the centerpiece on the table. We were then treated to a seminar by Michele Brideau who provided a highly entertaining but informative session about the value of volunteering! It was a wonderful day. Again, a BIG shout out to all the volunteers in our communities.
Ground Breaking At The Y
Pictured above L-R: Barb, Major Lori Pinksen and in the front Aurora Photo Courtesy of Major Danny Pinksen By Shelly McCready, Salvation Army, Community Ministries Coordinator Maritime Division Volunteers are a vital part of the work we do. We could not provide many of the programs and services we do without them. They help us in every area; Community Response Vehicle, Hope Cafe 50+ Club, Chapel, Christmas assistance etc. We are so grateful for their gift of time and effort. Recently, some of our Kettle Workers attended an appreciation dinner we held in their honor. Obviously, age has no bearing on volunteering as in this picture we have our youngest volunteer, Aurora McLean (7) and our oldest, Barbara Morrison (92).
Coordinators Comments By Juanita Black, Coordinator, Around The Block, Phone: 647-4850. Email: sjcommunitynewspaper@gmail.com For this issue, # 34 of Around The Block, we have a theme of “Volunteers” Volunteers are spread across the city; they come from business, non profit groups and communities. They are all ages and truly believe in giving back to their communities. In the photo from left to right are: Shilo Boucher, (YMCA CEO), Jack Hasselman (resident and future Y member), Dale Knox (Capital Campaign Chair), Trenton Burley (resident and future Y member), Rodney Weston (MP), Dean Mullin (YMCA Board Chair), Minister Holder and Mayor Mel Norton. (Photo courtesy of Dave Corkum) By Cindy Floyd A ceremony on March 17 marked the next step toward the completion of the new YMCA facility on Churchill Boulevard. Representatives of the community, the Y and the government officially broke ground in front of a number of supporters.
Little acts of volunteering and giving back can go so far and mean so much. Remember, you should not ever underestimate the ability of volunteers to keep things moving forward. On the wall of the Crescent Valley Resource Centre is this phrase; “Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless.” Many groups could not complete events without the great volunteers here in Saint John.
WITHOUT VOLUNTEERS, OUR CITY WOULDN’T STAY AFLOAT. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO!
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Introducing Alison Newton
Volunteer Larry VanPeron
My name is Alison Newton and I am excited to take on the new position of Program Manager with The Nick Nicolle Community Centre (ONE Change).
By ONE Change ONE Change would like to give a big community thank you to Larry VanPeren who has volunteered at the ONE Change building during this record breaking winter. He has bravely battled the elements every snowy morning to ensure the ONE Change walkways and entry ways were free of ice and snow.
My husband and I recently moved to the Saint John area from Ontario and are excited to be living in one of the most beautiful areas of the country. A graduate of the University of Waterloo, I have been working in the field of recreation for over 10 years. I am looking forward to the reopening of the Nick Nicolle Community Centre and being able to deliver a variety of programs to the Old North End. I can be reached at alisonnewton.nncc@gmail.com
ONE Play’s Cheerleaders Program By Wendy Stephens The Cheerleading program at ONE Play has been up and running since January 17, 2014. The volunteer coaches, Brittany Hanley and Katelyn Morrell, have many years experience participating in competitive cheerleading and dance. Brittany, started dance school at age 5, and became a teacher in training with Eileen McGrath’s School of Dance. She then moved onto competitive cheerleading with East Coast Spirit (2006-2011), and coached the Tiny (age 3-5) & Mini (age 6-8) teams with ECS (2008-11). Katelyn, started cheerleading with Princess Elizabeth School (2005-07) and moved onto competitive Cheerleading with CSA (2007-08) and ECS (2008/09). We were also fortunate to sign on a third volunteer, Stephanie Landry, who comes to us with over 10 years experience (2001-12). We look forward to more children joining ONE Play’s Cheerleading Program in the future!
In the summer he did composting, weeding and yard maintenance. We were happy he could bring his years of experience to landscaping our property, and we appreciated his efforts. Thank you Larry for giving of yourself and adding to the pride of this community.
Every ONE’s Story
By Wendy Barron-Belmore After meeting Bonnie I was inspired and knew I wanted to share her story with the Old North End. She has been living in our community for the last two years. She is the proud single mother of a daughter who is 12 and is in a French immersion program. I asked someone for words to describe Bonnie, and the answer was “sassy and dependable”. When asked, she felt her biggest challenge was becoming educated as a single mom. She was happy to find employment in her home community at Housing Alternatives and describes her job as “awesome”. She was born in Saint John and her fondest memory was listening to the bands at Market Square and teen dances. Her favorite quote is “Be yourself because everyone else is taken.”
ONE Welcomes Port City Pharmacy By Wendy Barron-Belmore There is a buzz about a new business here in the Old North End. It is PharmaChoice, located on Main Street. I met with the owners Bill Andrews and Richard McLaughlin and asked them why they decided to locate their business here in the Old North End. He said that they liked the location and felt that our community could benefit from some of their specific services.
A resident claimed the new pharmacy staff was a “friendly set of people, friendly, friendly….”, and she liked the free delivery. Our community is growing not only in the hearts of the residents but also in the business community. Thank you Port City Pharmacy for coming to our community.
North Neighbourhood Contact
Hon. Trevor A. Holder MLA Saint John-Portland Constituency Office 229 Churchill Boulevard Telephone: (506) 657-2335 Email: trevor.holder@gnb.ca
Wendy Barron-Belmore Phone: 635-2035 E-mail: theonechangeinc@nb.aibn.com
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WinterFest 2014 At Rainbow Park
We Love Our Volunteers
By Mary LeSage What a great way to celebrate winter! We couldn’t have asked for better weather this year for our skating party with hot chocolate and a Winterfest cake. We had young and old celebrating winter, some for the first time on skates! A special shout out to Leisure Services for weathering storm after storm and maintaining the ice surface this year for the residents of the south end. Young and old were able to enjoy it.
By P.U.L.S.E Board P.U.L.S.E. couldn’t survive without our volunteers. If they were not helping out at a spring clean up, or helping to paint the room of the new computer access centre, they were flipping pancakes at the Queen’s Square Farmers’ Market. We count on volunteers for every event that we put on at P.U.L.S.E. We thank Nancy Bartlett for coming in and doing taxes and making sure all of the i’s are dotted and t’s are crossed for the south end residents.
Pictured above L-R: Anne Scott,Jack and Ella
Who Are You Going To Call?
“Here's to all volunteers, those dedicated people who believe in all work and no pay.” ~Robert Orben
By Mary LeSage If there is ever something you need help with, Mary Mackinnon is the person to call.
Comings And Goings At P.U.L.S.E
By Mary LeSage The skating rink has closed down now and that only means ONE thing! Shortly, Leisure Services will start to prepare the splash pad for the summer months. The gardeners will be coming out preparing their plots. First time gardener? No problem! Contact Mark Leger for more information: fmleger@gmail.com. Remember the third Tue of the month for our wellness clinics. Mark Apr 15 and May 20 on your calendars, from 1:30 to 4 pm Sheree from the VON will be on duty. Sgt David Hartley-Brown is available Mondays from 8 am to 12 pm or by appointment. He can be reached at 648-3700 or by email: david. hartley-brown@saintjohn.ca. Do you have an idea that you want heard? Come visit me at the office. We are open Mon 9 am to 2 pm, Tue 9 am to 1 pm, Wed Closed, Thur 9 am to 1 pm, Fri 9 am to 2 pm. Follow us on Twitter, LIKE us on Facebook. 632-6807
Food Purchase Club Be a part of the Food Purchasing Club at P.U.L.S.E. The cost is only $10 for one bag or $20 for two bags. Please bring your reusable bag(s) with your name on it when you pay for your order. Do you feel like doing a 'Pay it Forward' good deed for the month and buying an order for someone else? If yes, contact P.U.L.S.E at 632-6807.
Over the years, Mary contributed as a member of the P.U.L.S.E. Board and upon leaving she still maintained her rapport with us. She and her family can always be seen at the cleanups, making cookies, carolling through the south end streets at Christmas. Mary helped to drive residents of the south end during the election when the polling station was up that steep hill!! Her list of volunteer activities doesn’t stop there. Currently she volunteers her time at the school Lunch program and does the pick-up and drop off of our Food Purchase Club. The residents of the south end thank you Mary for all that you do!
Income Tax Clinic At P.U.L.S.E. Is your income tax not done? No worries. Are you missing out on money you are entitled to? We have a year round income tax clinic. We can prepare tax returns for individuals who have a low income and a single tax situation and past years returns can be done. These clinics are for; single persons: $30,000, or couples and families: $35,000.To be held Apr 5 and 19, 11 am to 1:30 pm and Apr 9 and 23, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Carl Killen
MLA Saint John Harbour
South Neighbourhood Contact
642-9774 • 74 Germain St. office@killenmla.ca
Mary LeSage Phone: 632-6807 E-mail: pulseinc@bellaliant.com
Constituency Office: Mon 9:30 – 4:30, Tues/Wed 10:00 – 3:00, Thursday 4:00 – 8:00 pm Carleton Community Center: Thursday 11:00 – 3:00 pm
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Mary Doiron Volunteers In CV
HWSF Thanks Volunteers
By Anne Driscoll Mary Doiron is well known in Crescent Valley as one of the neighbourhood’s busiest volunteers. A resident of CV for three years, Mary can often be found helping out at many community events and programs. Mary got her start volunteering as a Girl Guide leader – and her love of helping others has carried on throughout her life. Mary volunteered in many activities that her children were part of; she helped with Junior Achievement and at the breakfast club at St. John the Baptist School.
Pictured above L-R: Hannah McLeod and Jennifer Carhart; Krista Causey and Jennifer Carhart
Mary’s current volunteer activities include: Crescent Valley Resource Centre’s slow cooking program, CV Community Tenant’s Association’s events, Stephenson Towers’ ‘At the Supper Club’ and the Salvation Army’s ‘Hope Café’.
By Rebecca McCullough, Community Schools Coordinator, HWSF School Hazen-White/St. Francis School would like to recognize two very special volunteers: Krista Causey who assists on field trips and goes out of her way to support the staff and students at HWSF; and, Hannah McLeod a UNBSJ student intern who volunteers her time to coach and run a cooking club for the students.
Mary likes to help out where she can and enjoys meeting new people, “Volunteering opens doors to new opportunities,” says Mary.
Volunteering During March Break
We want to thank all of the volunteers that help to make HWSF such a special school.
Coming Up In Crescent Valley Income Tax Clinics at Crescent Valley Resource Centre (CVRC), 130 MacLaren Blvd. • April 3, 3-5pm • April 10, 3-5pm Yak & Snack April 8, 11am: at CVRC, Open to all. Learn how to use a fire extinguisher. A representative from the SJ Fire Department will show us the correct way to use a fire extinguisher. April 22, 2pm: “Birding 101” with Jim Wilson, a past president of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club. There are so many different birds in our own backyards; learn the basic ways to identify them. There will be door prizes and snacks.
Pictured above L-R: Juanita Black, Karen Rodgerson, Catherine Sabean, Elaine Orser, Cathy Sabean and Erin Kelly (Photo courtesy of Debbie McLeod) By Erin Kelly On my March Break from St. Thomas University’s Social Work program, I had the privilege of volunteering at several different community events in the city’s North End. I helped out with the Stephenson Tower Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, Bowling with Youths, and the Crescent Valley Brunch. I had a great time at all the events; it was awesome to meet different people in the community. All of the volunteers, with whom I had the privilege of working, were extremely dedicated and welcoming to me. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to work with all these amazing individuals and I look forward to continuing my work in the summer.
Drop-in Health Clinic Got questions or concerns about your health, but don’t have a family doctor? Come to the free drop-in health clinic at the CVRC every Friday, 9-11:30am, with a Nurse Practitioner. A nurse practitioner is a health care provider who can diagnose, treat, and monitor various health concerns. He or she can refill and write prescriptions, make referrals, and provide other health care services. So don’t ignore your health - visit the Nurse Practitioner at the CVRC - the Blue Building. Drop-in, no appointment needed. It's free, but bring your Medicare card! All events take place at 130 MacLaren Blvd. PROUD TO BE A SUPPORTER OF Around the Block
Crescent Valley Neighbourhood Contact Anne Driscoll: 693-8513 CVRC.driscoll@gmail.com
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Community Garden Appreciates Youth Volunteers
Seawood School Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
By Jill Roberts The Carleton Community Garden will celebrate their very first planting season early this spring. This project would not be a reality without the help of several dedicated volunteers. The garden committee recognizes the commitment of all of the volunteers and would like to say a special to thank you to Barry and his crew of young men for coming out to help prepare the plots late last fall. Local schools and youth programs are invited to become more involved by contacting the Market Place Wellness Centre at 674-4307. This project welcomes community members of all ages to come together and enjoy some outdoor activity, learn new skills and to grow their own fresh produce. Carleton Community Garden– Growing Community, Growing Knowledge, Growing Food
Westside Wellness Updates
Specimen Collection: Tue and Wed 7:30am - 2:30 pm by appointment only, please call 648-6681 press #3. Food Bank: Tue and Fri 1 - 3 pm. Foot Care Clinic: every 3RD Wed, by appointment, 657-2273 Are you over 50 and want to be more ACTIVE? Join our classes: Tue 10 - 11 a.m. at Hope Centre and Tue & Fri 10: a.m., (winter hours) at Market Place Wellness Centre - Free Yoga: Wed, 11am -12 pm (50 years old & older please) at Market Place Wellness Centre - Free Food Purchase Club: for more information call West 674-4335, ONE Change 635-2035, Crescent Valley 693-8513, St. Joseph’s Community Health Center 632-5537. Social Development worker on site to answer questions, Tue afternoons 1- 3pm Lending Library: “Take a Book, Leave a Book” at Market Place Wellness Centre 674-4335
By Unity Moore, Danells Drive Tenant’s Association We celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with our “Little Leprechauns” from Seawood School. This is part of our S.K.I.P Program which has been running for three years. While listening to Irish music, we made a craft together and drank green floats and ate green cookies. The children and the seniors really enjoyed many laughs and songs together. The residents were dressed in green attire as were the children. A special thank you goes out to Alberta, Debbie and Mr. Bedard who make this S.K.I.P program possible. Nothing lightens our hearts more than the children do. We look forward to seeing them every time they visit. Our next time together will be in April when we share an Easter activity together.
New Zoomers Get Training
Volunteers! What Is A Volunteer
My meaning of a volunteer is anyone that gives of themselves in a positive way, through services, kindness or advice. Services can range from driving someone without means of transportation – friend or foe – whether a stranger or a neighbour, giving clothes from your closet, listening to someone who is having a bad day, or sometimes just a helping hand. Every one of us needs that helping hand at one time or another. Kindness: Friendly greetings, smiles, letting someone know something nice about themselves. Advice: This is a tricky one; make sure you don’t give advice when not warranted. Giving directions, which color looks nice on them, ideas for supper, what movies were good, good books, etc. Of course, then there are volunteers, people that work behind the scenes at Food Banks, Schools, Communities, and Charities – the list goes on and on. Thank you to all the volunteers. You make this world a better place.
By Diane O’Conner In February 2014, two weekend training workshops were held for 11 new Zoomers on the Go exercise leaders at Carleton Kirk United Church. Sheila Rafferty, from the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) in Truro, was on hand to instruct the leaders in the Falls Prevention Exercise program. These new leaders will be attending existing programs in the city over the next few months acquiring the necessary hours to become certified senior exercise leaders for the Zoomers on the Go exercise and falls prevention program. Programs currently running are: HOPE Centre Tuesdays - 10am, Market Place Wellness Centre Tuesdays and Fridays - 10am; and, Trinity Church Mondays - 9:30am.
Hon. Dorothy Shephard MLA Saint John Lancaster
West Neighbourhood Contact
Saint John Lancaster Constituency Office 649 Manawagonish Road Saint John, NB E2M 3W4
Jill Roberts: 632-5552 Jill.Roberts@HorizonNB.ca
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Tel: (506) 643-2900 Fax: (506) 658-9885 Dorothy.Shephard@gnb.ca www.gnb.ca
Clifford Hoyt Community Volunteer
Saint John SART Support The Salvation Army
By Donna McKee My story is on Clifford Hoyt. Clifford has been a resident of Courtenay Bay for approximately five years. He is a single father raising a daughter. He is an asset to our community and very active in the Courtenay Bay Tenants Association (C.B.T.A.) He is always willing to help out at every event or function that we have.
Pictured above R-L: Tanya, Norah, Tara, Sharon, Gaelyn, Denise, Liza, Natalie and Cassie. (Photo Courtesy of Alisha Anderson) By Tanya Moriarty The main goal of the Saint John SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) is to counter the experience of sexual assault with a supportive response from community members and professionals. SART would like to thank the amazing group of dedicated, passionate and resourceful women who contribute their time and knowledge to their community. Volunteers are on call 24/7 for survivors of sexual violence who present to the Saint John Regional Hospital. Volunteers are involved with community events and are always eager to promote and support women from all walks of life. Volunteers have created a SART presentation that is available for community groups to become more familiar with our services. If your group is interested in a presentation, please call 632-5758. “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.”— Elizabeth Andrew
Clifford has been made one of the captains of the community garden because of his interest, hard work and dedication. Not only does he tend to his own garden but he also helps out anyone who needs it with their garden. Clifford keeps it clean, weeded and makes sure all the compost is out. He also puts out all the flyers for any event that we have going on. Clifford is also always willing to help people in the community with whatever tasks they have at hand. I think that he deserves some praise. Great job Clifford!
WV Association Thanks Volunteers The Waterloo Village Neighbourhood Association would like to thank the residents and community partners who volunteer their time on a regular basis to attend monthly meetings, participate in community events, and work together on projects to improve the neighbourhood and help make it a great place to live and work. The Fundraising Committee will be having a bake sale on Sat, Apr 26, 10 am – 2 pm at Prince Edward Square Mall to raise money for a new sign for the By the Grace of God Garden on Richmond St. Thank you to everyone that supports this initiative!
Coverdale Centre For Women By Mary Saulnier-Taylor Coverdale Centre is fortunate to have many community volunteers assist our women. Without the generosity of their time and donations our women would miss out on many opportunities. This year, women have enjoyed engaging in Thursday afternoon crafts with Saint John Chaplaincy members Catherine Bonhom and Linda Flemming. The women have a chance to express their creativity and make special gifts.
If you are interested in being more involved in the neighbourhood, the Association meets on the 1st Wed of each month, 12-1 pm at Coverdale Centre for Women located at 148 Waterloo Street. For more information please contact Donna McKee at 696-0196 or email commorg.penni@gmail.com.
Canada Learning Bond Information
Join us at the Prince Charles School (319 Union Street) on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 between 1:30pm – 3:30 pm to sign up for a Canada Learning Bond. Get up to $2000 for your child’s future education in 4 Easy Steps to a Canada Learning Bond.
Our Wednesday hot lunches have been supported by Forest Hills Baptist Church and Two Rivers United Church women’s group. Kingswood College has aided in special events such as Christmas and Thanksgiving celebrations. Recently, we had volunteers come in for Feel the Love on Valentine’s Day. The women were pampered with their hair, nails and make up by professionals. There are so many special volunteers who actively work and volunteer their time to hold events to support Coverdale all year long, such as the Jack Kidd Council and St. Joseph’s Council who are currently launching a pyjama drive.
1.Your child must be born on January 1, 2004 or later. 2.Your Family income must be less than $45,000 (gross). 3.Parent must know his or her Social Insurance number and bring 2 pieces of identification (SIN card or either a current New Brunswick ID card, NB Medicare card, or a driver’s license (photo ID is best) or a current debit or credit card. 4.For your child (s) His or her birth certificate and a SIN card (if your child does not have one, you can get one on April 15). For more info please contact Penni at 343-5382 or commorg.penni@ gmail.com
Village Neighbourhood Contact
Rodney Weston
MP/député - Saint John
Penni Eisenhauer 343-5382 commorg.penni@gmail.com
T 506 657-2500 email: westor1@parl.gc.ca 90 King Street, Saint John, NB
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“Volunteers”
Centennial Says Thank You
By: Simon Shepard (Gr.7), Alicia Peterson (Gr.7), Mr. Brillant, & Mrs. McCullogh At Hazen-White/Saint Francis School, we have many volunteers that are so super cool. There’s Wayne who seems to do it all,He really is such a doll. Innovatia takes care of our library needs,And make it so we love to read. UNB Mentors - need we say more, They help us with school and fun galore.
Pictured Above : Wayne DeLong (Photo Courtesy of Denise Long)
The Pats, who are here for breakfast each day, greet us in their own special way. So many more, we can’t name them all Have risen to the challenge and have answered our call!
Glen Falls Nurtition Program Thanks Volunteers
By Caitlin Corkum, Community Schools/PALS Coordinator, Centennial School Centennial School is very fortunate to be a Community School and a PALS School. These two programs provide us with thirteen PALS (Partners Assisting Local Schools) Partners, three shared PALS, and seven Community Partners. Without the commitment of our PALS and Community Partners and the flexibility they give their employees so that they can volunteer, we would not be able to provide: in-school mentors, breakfast five days, hot lunch three days, a March Break Literacy Camp, Summer Adventure Camps, school trips, trips to Port SJ, Reading Buddies, our annual Christmas bazaar, judo, much needed supplies, healthy snacks, special events like the annual train ride and the soap box derby, Sea Dogs games, and much, much more!
Fit & Fun For Girls At St Pat’s
Pictured L-R: Catherine, Linda and TerriLynn (Photo Courtesy of Jill Nylen) By Kathy Young The Glen Falls nutrition programs would not be possible without the help of our dedicated volunteers! The breakfast program runs Monday to Friday and serves between 80-90 students each day. Parent volunteers, PALS (Irving Paper) volunteers, and student volunteers prepare, serve, and clean-up. THANK-YOU. Our FREE hot lunch serves hot nutritious lunches twice a week – Mon and Fri. We currently serve 140 students this hot lunch. In the picture above CAA volunteers and a grandparent volunteer are busy preparing and cooking the meal. THANK-YOU. Through the gracious generosity of the Knights of Columbus #6595, Breakfast for Learning grants, and ScotiaBank Westmorland, we are able to sustain the nutrition programs each year. Hats off to you all for making the difference in our community.
By Bryanna Peterson-Roper This year, our grade five girls have had some fun-filled Friday afternoons in a new program … Fit & Fun For Girls. Our community health nurse, Jill Roberts, has teamed up with Mrs. Turnbull, our community schools coordinator, to offer this program to our girls. The intent of the program is to build self-esteem in our girls, encourage a healthy active lifestyle and introduce them to nontraditional female occupations. Last month, we were fortunate enough to have Constable Patti Pittman take us on a guided tour of Peel Plaza. We checked out the MADD car with Sgt. LaFrance, toured the communications room which was a buzz of activity and learned a lot of really cool things. Special thanks to Jill for joining us every week and arranging this interesting tour for us.
Scott Dunphy ByJulie Pugsley Community Schools Coordinator, St. John the Baptist/King Edward School Scott Dunphy is an active volunteer at St. John the Baptist/King Edward School. He volunteers in some of our classrooms and in our breakfast program, is the director of our school's junior and senior spirit teams, helps out in our lunch program and is always willing to help with any other projects that come up. Scott is only a young man, but shows dedication to our school and always goes above and beyond on any projects he works on. We are very grateful to have volunteers like Scott and many others at SJB/KE!
Partnering from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and Beyond
(Photo Courtesy of Denise Long)
• • • • • • • • • • • • •
Partnerships Volunteering Mentoring Role Models Coaching Focus on Literacy Having Fun Tutoring Breakfast/Lunch Programs New Opportunities After School Programs Career Exploration Making a Difference
We ALL have something to offer!
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Deborah Fisher fisher.deborah@jdirving.com Susan Tipper tipper.susan@jdirving.com Caitlin Corkum caitlin.corkum@nbed.nb.ca
Healthy Hair - Happy Head By Lisa and Courtney UNB Nursing Students The Healthy Hair - Happy Head (HH-HH) initiative would like to thank the staff at Cosmo Prof for their generous donation of hair conditioner.
It’s time to make your health your priority! What kind of changes do you want to make? • • • • •
Control portion sizes Get more exercise Manage stress Prevent or manage diabetes Quit smoking
We can help you take control of your health. Contact your free local Health Coach to get started: Lesley Melanson, Health Coach, Saint John Region (506) 608-6498 or lesley.melanson@diabetes.ca www.livewellbienvivre.com
Community Garden and Wellness contact Information 2014 Location Greater Saint John Rockwood Park Entrance
Name ChairpersonJonathan Franklin Vice ChairpersonRick Stephen
Phone 693-8844
Shamrock Park
Cindy Langille
642-1786
South EndRainbow Park
Mark Leger
634-1070
fmleger@gmail.com
Forest Hills Baptist Church
Selina Benson
634-7744
selinabenson@hotmail.com
Lower West SideMarket Place
Jill Roberts
632-5552
robj@reg2.health.nb.ca
Crescent Valley Courtney Bayon Crown Street
Juanita Black Carol McLennan
693-5485 642-1942
juanitab@nb.sympatico.ca
H.O.P.E. Wellness Centre Market Place Wellness
4347 LockLomond Rd
632-5695
120 Market Place Carelton Comm Centre
674-4335
672-6921
The HH-HH program helps to provide free information on hair care and treatment of head lice. Hair conditioner along with some supplies can be found at several pumping stations throughout the Saint John community. Pictured are; Janice Landry (Back), Hope The sites are; P.U.L.S.E. Emery (Left), and Jane Kelly (Right) (251 Wentworth), St. Patrick’s School (172 City Line Street), Anglin Drive Tenants Association (143Anglin), Smart Choice Variety Store (57 Metcalf St), River Cross Mission (211 Main St.), Hazen White/St. Francis School (580 Sandy Point Road), Crescent Valley Resource Centre (130 MacLaren Blvd.), Centennial School (10 Constance St.)
Attention Women Do you feel that you are letting life slip by you? - Do you procrastinate - Underestimate your abilities - Feel stuck and don't know where to start
1st Annual Youth Arts Competition Anglophone South School District WHAT DOES THE FUTURE OF CANADA LOOK LIKE? The greater Saint John Area celebrates our 147th Canada Day in 2014 with the theme: Past, Present & Future. We have a rich history from the past; a wonderful atmosphere in the present; and a future full of potential: YOU!
We want to see how the youth of our region envision the future of Canada, and welcome submissions in the following arts categories:
DRAW IT!
WRITE IT!
Start by registering for
The Key to Well Being Paint, draw, sketch-your choice! If you are an art lover & creator, then this category is meant for you! Show us in your most creative way, what Canada’s future looks like through your eyes!
And discover that life can be exciting and rewarding
Do you love to write? If the answer is yes, then you’ve found the category for you! Share your original and creative pieces with us about what the future of Canada is to you!
WIN GREAT CASH PRIZES!
THE KEY
Elementary School - $25 Middle School - $50 High School - $75 TWO GRAND PRIZE WINNERS $150! “Draw It” winner –1 class with Mark Lavin - artist “Write It” winner –1 class with Clyde Wray – poet, producer, playwright & director Entry Rules
You must be enrolled in a school within the Anglophone South School District You must submit your own piece of work; drawing, painting, creative writing Please include your age, name, school and grade on the back of your piece
Call today and register for our upcoming course 672-7451
Evaluation Criteria Entries will be judged based on the following criteria:
Believe in yourself and make it happen
Originality Vision & Imagination Interpretation of the theme Maximum of 500 words (WRITE IT!)
TO WELL- BEING
Questions can be directed to Alberta Stanton at 506-643-2005 or via email alberta.stanton@gnb.ca Deadline Entries should be sent to the following address no later than May 31st 2014: Saint John Education Centre ASD-S c/o Alberta Stanton 490 Woodward Ave. Saint John NB E2K 5N3
A PERSONAL GROWTH JOURNEY FOR WOMEN
Where Saint Josephs Community Health Centre 116 Coburg Street Childcare and transportation costs are covered by the Dept of Social Development
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GET YOUR PIECE OF THE MONEY PIE Depending on your personal situation, you may be eligible to receive credits and benefits by simply filing your 2013 income tax return.
Did you know … A single person could receive up to $1,398. * A single parent with one child under the age of 6 could receive up to $7,861.*
Lenten Quiet Day
Two parents with two children under the age of 6 could receive up to $12,880.* Persons with a disability could be eligible for a tax credit of $1,869.
By Laurelle LeVert This Lent give yourself the gift of time, to slow down and experience more deeply the love of God! The Ven. David Edwards, Archdeacon of St. Andrews and Parish Development Officer for the Diocese of Fredericton, will lead a Lenten Quiet Day at Trinity Church entitled “We Don’t Get It”, on Saturday, April 12, 8:30 am – 2:30 pm.
Parents with school aged children could receive a $100 per child School Supplement benefit. *Based on the assumption that there is some working income.* If you need help preparing your income tax and benefit return, the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) may be able to assist you. This free program is available to eligible taxpayers who have modest income and simple tax situations. For more information on this service, visit www.cra.gc.ca/volunteer or call 1-800-959-8281.
The quiet day will include three meditations with time between for silence and reflection. Visit: www.TrinitySJ.com for details. Trinity Anglican Church, 115 Charlotte St. Saint John.
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YOU MUST BRING WITH YOU: 2 pieces of ID for parent: SIN and either a current provincial ID, or driver’s license (photo ID is best) or a current credit / debit card. Identification for child: Birth Certificate (not a photocopy) and SIN (you can get a SIN for your child on April 15, 2014) For more info contact Penni at 343-5382 or commorg.penni@gmail.com THERE WILL BE DRAWS FOR DOOR PRIZES!!
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Volunteers At The TRC
Saint John High School
Pictured are: Shelby, Sami and Keyara By Melissa Barrett, TRC Drop In Coordinator, 632 5615 Our mission statement at the The Resource Centre for Youth(TRC) is simple; we strive to “provide a safe and encouraging environment for our youth to explore their full potential.� This would not be possible without the help of our dedicated volunteers. We would like to thank our volunteers Alana Green and Tom Nicholson for their time, kindness and support to the youth of TRC. If anyone has an interest in becoming a volunteer with TRC please stop in for a tour and the necessary paper work or check out our webpage. We are always looking for people to be leaders and role models for our youth.
By Melissa Clemance, Senior Communications Specialist, TrojanOne The track and field team from Saint John High School has been selected to represent New Brunswick in the 2014 Nike High School Grand Prix - the first Canadian track and field invitational for high school students, now in its third year. The SJHS team will be making the trip to Toronto, lacing up their spikes and getting ready to test their skill against athletes from all 13 provinces and territories. The team is currently fundraising and will be holding events leading up to the invitational to celebrate and fund their trip. The Nike High School Grand Prix will be held the weekend of May 8 -11. For more information you can also visit: www.highschoolgrandprix.ca or contact melissa.clemance@trojanone.com
Congratulations Marigolds On Main!
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Strong Men ... Strong Volunteers
Volunteers at SJB/KE
By Krista Turnbull, Community Schools/PALS Coordinator, St. Patrick’s School Recently, St. Patrick’s School chess clubs invited our friends from Prince Charles School chess club to visit us for an afternoon of chess. Approximately 24 students had a wonderful time together and even enjoyed pizza and ice cream. This event would not have been possible without the dedication of three amazing men whom we call our PALS and community volunteers. Dan Elman has led the chess club at PCS for a number of years and is considered a fixture there, having volunteered for over 50 years!!! Dan was even awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contributions to the world of chess. St. Patrick’s School is so fortunate to have two wonderful chess coaches. Phil Jones, a long-time PALS Partner, has continued to coach our chess club even beyond his retirement. Phil never hesitates to take on a huge group of kids, sharing his love of chess. This year, our interest was so great in chess that our dedicated community volunteer, Chris Smith also volunteered to lead a club. Chris was a parent of ours at St. Pat’s and even though his daughter moved on to middle school, he is still in our building every day to volunteer! These three men are such amazing role models for our students and they are each loved in their own special way. Thanks for all you give to make a difference in the lives of our students, Guys, and for creating a generation of chess lovers!
New Volunteer Tom Nicholson By Keyara Armstrong - Co-Chair of the Teen Advisory Council at TRC We've recently gotten a new volunteer at the The Resource Centre for Youth (TRC). He was good friends with our summer volunteer Stefan. Tom is unique and he really fits in with our little family here. Right from the start Tom has been outgoing and happy. We like having Tom around because not only is he a cool cat, but Tom is also hilarious. He is always making new friends and telling jokes. Tom loves to volunteer here at the TRC and he is great to have around. Now that Tom is part of our family, I think it would be weird without him.
Pictured above: Volunteers from the Saint John Fire Department (Photo courtesy of Denise Long) ByJulie Pugsley Community Schools Coordinator, St. John the Baptist/King Edward School St. John the Baptist – King Edward School is lucky to have some wonderful partner organizations that help with our school’s lunch program. Once a month, we have volunteers from the Saint John Fire Department, the Canadian Military and the Saint John Police Force. Target is also coming onboard beginning next month! The Saint John Y and Irving Oil also send volunteers each week. Having these groups and numerous other volunteers in our building provides our students with wonderful role models and shows them how important it is to give back and to care about the community and others.
BBBS Volunteers
By Laurie Collins Volunteers are the backbone of the mentoring programs and services offered to nearly 400 Southern NB youth serviced by Big Brothers Big Sisters! By getting involved in Bowl for Kids Sake, YOU can make a difference! Funds raised by this event are used to: -Train our professional staff to recruit and carefully screen volunteers -Provide child safety training for volunteers and families -Match children & volunteers in long-term, safe mentoring relationships -Provide necessary ongoing management and support of each match. We believe every child should have the opportunity to reach their full potential! Each time we pair a child with a mentor or introduce a group of students to an in-school program, we start something incredible – a life-changing relationship built on friendship, trust and empowerment. See how you can help. Visit http://bowlforkidssake2014.kintera.org/saintjohn
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Saint John Y Men’s Casino Night
Volunteers! Why Do We Need Them
By Danielle Bordage and Angela Dryden, 3rd year UNBSJ Nursing Students Thank you so much to all the Y men’s volunteers who took their time to come out and put on a great Casino Night at Stephenson Tower and Charlton Place. The seniors came out in droves to spin wheels, race cars, play 21 and much, much more!! Each participant received $10,000.00 in funny money when they arrived and a ticket for a chance to win a door prize. There were lots of healthy snacks to eat and at the end of the evening everyone left with a BIG smile Thank you to all the Saint John Y’s Men for all the wonderful things you do for us in Saint John.
By Bob Wood , President of Stephenson Tower and Charlton Place Tenant Association Our Tenant Association at Stephenson Tower and Charlton Place could not function without the help and support from our volunteers. They help at our bingo nights, Wii bowling, dances, kitchen work, darts, knitting programs and so much more! As President of the association I would like to personally thank each one of you for all the work you do for the association which benefits the lives of the residents living in the two buildings. Without our volunteers we would not be able to offer all the programs and activities that we do. Without programs and activities going on in the buildings I would be the President of what? Yes, it would be a pretty boring place to live. So thank you to everyone who volunteers or participates in all the fun we create at Stephenson Tower and Charlton Place.
Millidgeville Community Centre Volunteer By Cindy Floyd Janice Patchell has been volunteering with the Millidgeville Community Centre for over three years. Janice dedicates 40 hours a week making sure everything is running smoothly at the Centre.
You can often find Janice volunteering for the evening programs and events as well. Janice hardly ever misses a day, because she feels she has to "be there for her kids".
(Photo courtesy of Brittany Arsenault)
The children truly enjoy and appreciate Janice and when she is absent they always miss her. Thank you to all the dedicated volunteers at the Y; you have truly helped to build a healthy community.
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Une Francaise de passage a l’ai du SJMNRC
Volunteering At The Y
(Photo courtesy of Brittany Arsenault) By Cindy Floyd Hannah Koven has been volunteering at the YMCA Child Care since June, 2012 and she currently volunteers three mornings a week. Hannah was a co-op student at the YMCA before becoming a dedicated volunteer. Hannah takes “her volunteering” very seriously and looks forward to coming in each week. The Y has provided Hannah with a place to belong and she always has a smile for everyone. She is very helpful with the children, and the staff appreciate all the support she provides.
By Corinne Belhumeur, Paris, France, en visite à Saint-Jean, N.-B. Points forts du volontariat : Mettre son savoir faire à disposition d'un organisme. Opportunité d'acquérir une expérience unique. Construire des relations parfois fortes. Intégrer le système du pays dans lequel on se trouve. Apports : J'ai envie de dire, du bonheur tout simplement! Oui, j'ai eu une expérience enrichissante dans certains de mes domaines de prédilection, à savoir l'enfant et le social. Faire du tutorat m'a aidé à mieux comprendre les besoins ressentis lors de l'apprentissage d'une langue.
Chris Hopkins Volunteers For Provincial Team
Football New Brunswick (FNB) is pleased to announce the hiring of Chris Hopkins, as the new Head Coach of the Provincial Under 18 (U18) Football Team. Chris is from the Saint John region and played in the Fundy Minor Football Association from Peewee to Bantam. From then he went on the play for Kennebecasis Valley High School, was a member of the 2003 Under 19 Provincial Team and played 5 years at Mount Allison University.His love for football blossomed into a coaching career. From 2008-10 Chris was the Offensive Line coach at Saint John High School. In 2011 he Head Coached the Kennebecasis Valley High School team to an undefeated (10-0) Provincial title season in the 10 man division. From 2009-11 and 2013 he was the Offensive Line and Offensive Coordinator for the UNBSJ Seawolves of the Atlantic Football League (AFL). They were regular season champions in 2009, 2010 and 2013. They won the Moosehead Cup as AFL Champions in 2010. Chris went on to coach at the CIS level as the Defensive Line Coach at Mount Allison University in 2012. He has since returned as the Head Coach at the Kennebecasis Valley High School in 2013. His involvement with the Provincial U18 team since 2011 made him an ideal candidate to carry this program forward.Chris will start working immediately on preparing the U18 Provincial Team for the Football Canada Cup. The 2014 Football Canada Cup National Championship will take place from July 6th to July 12th in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. “I am extremely excited about this opportunity as this program continues its growth. We are committed to creating a football culture that equals others across the country. Our goal is to make sure each player competes to the best of their ability and improves every rep!”
Gerry Lowe Councillor Ward 3. I am your Councillor for Ward 3. Parts of the Lower West Side, which includes Lower South End, and parts of the East and a bit of the North by the Rockland Road area. Each area has its own particular needs, hopes and he works closely with residents in each neighbourhood to promote the well-being of all. Together we can build a safe, supportive and sustainable community. I can be reached by phone at 721-5690 and by email at Gerry.Lowe@saintjohn.ca.
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Chris Green Volunteers At The Boys &Girls Club
Volunteering At The SJMNRC
By Stephanie Biggs I started volunteering at the Saint John Multicultural & Newcomers Resource Centre (SJMNRC) back in August 2012 and have thoroughly enjoyed my time working and meeting with people from all over the world. With a background in teaching, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to help facilitate a summer camp for newly arrived families, as well as spend three months teaching English once a week. I am currently participating in the Saturday Social group, where every week there are new faces sharing life experiences and cultural traditions. I plan to continue to volunteer and support the SJMNRC in helping newcomers and their families feel welcomed in our community, as Saint John continues to grow and become a more diverse city.
By Amy Shanks Saint John fire fighter, Chris Green, approached the Boys & Girls Club last spring with an idea to start a learn-to-play hockey program for youth in priority neighbourhoods. The program provides everything; ice fees, transportation to and from the rink and equipment. Chris singlehandedly made this program a reality. Thanks to the support of the Saint John community, he was able to secure enough funds to run the entire program for a year, all at no cost to the youth. Top Corner hockey, as Chris appropriately named it, has become much more than a hockey practice. Chris has taught these youth the value of teamwork and instilled a sense of pride and self-worth in these at-risk youth.
Hospice Fund Raiser The Friends of Hospice will be hosting their annual Play Cards Luncheon on Thursday, May 7, 12:noon to 4:pm. Tickets are $12 each and can be purchased by calling Leotta Almon at 696-4487 or by contact the Hospice office at 632-5593. Enjoy a very special lunch with friends, play cards and support Hospice. All proceeds fund care at Bobby’s Hospice.
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We are now accepting applications for our 2014 grants. To fill out the application form, please visit: sjfoundation.fluidreview.com. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2014. For more information on our granting process, please visit www.sjfoundation.ca or call our office at 672.8880.
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Trinity Church Volunteer Marje Harrison
ADNTA Host Literacy Day
Pictured above back row: Jody, Roxanne, Charmaine, Brenda, Charlene, front row; Anne, Dawn, and the neighbourhood children (Photo courtesy of Pat Porter) By Charlene Good On Feb 15 residents of the Anglin Drive Neighbourhood Tenants Association (ADNTA) celebrated Literacy Day together thanks to our dedicated, hard-working volunteers! The children participated in two crafts and created beautiful bookmarks for their books. A free lunch was provided and topped off with delicious rainbow cupcakes! Free games of bingo were offered with a nice assortment of books as bingo prizes. Everyone left a winner that day with their choice of two free books and a few even took the opportunity to check out some extra books from our well stocked library.
(Photo courtesy of Travis Allaby) By Laurelle LeVert Marje Harrison is a Church Warden at Trinity Anglican Church and has been a parishioner for close to 40 years. During that time she has been Sunday School Superintendent and is still a chorister. Marje lives in Hampton with her husband Bev and son Nigel. Trinity Church has very active outreach programmes and Marje is usually in the thick of them, serving breakfasts, school lunches, or parish suppers. Marje is a very caring person who has a background in nursing and the arts. She uses her talents to work for the church as a whole and helps with the service music, the church building and helps the church staff and the rector, Fr Ingalls with their work.
THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS Thank you to the 500 individuals that have opened their hearts, joined hands and inspired hope in our Y community. For more info: 693-YMCA
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Spirit Of Community
Sharing Our Sport With Newcomers
By Martin Whightman, YMCA Volunteer It is hard to explain why introducing newcomers to Canada to the game of hockey seems so important. It just is. I had tickets for a Saint John Sea Dogs game, and it was a no-brainer to invite my two Eritrean friends Semere and Habtom, whom I met through volunteering at the YMCA Settlement Services. They seemed to catch on quite quickly to the point of the game, and were impressed at how physical it was. They watched Fleaburn's antics with amusement. The game ended 9-3 for the home team. A week later, on a trek to the library, Semere and Habtom mentioned the game and grinned. Maybe that's why Canadians are so attached to hockey.
(Photo courtesy of Harry Daley) By Lori Arsenault The Key to Well-being and POWER UP! provided me with the support I needed to start getting involved in my community. I attended the Learn and Go class and decided to take on a volunteer project to benefit my community. With a partner, I am opening a computer Access Center in the South End. I have also had the opportunity to volunteer with organizations including the Red Cross, United Way, and the POWER UP! interview panel. Volunteering has given me a sense of fulfillment and has opened many new doors. It has also brought out skills that I did not realize I had. I have received as much benefit from my contribution to the community as I have given. Volunteering has brought me out of my shell and helped me to move forward in life with a much happier view of the world. As I move forward, I volunteer everyday with a good feeling and a smile.
Asian Hertiage Month
Help shape your community.
By Judith Matte May is Asian Heritage Month. This acknowledges the long and rich history of Asian Canadians and their contributions to Canada. It also provides an opportunity for Canadians across the country to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of Canadians of Asian heritage to the growth and prosperity of Canada. As part of the celebrations, there will be a fair held at the YMCA – Settlement Services (130 Broadview Ave) featuring Vietnamese culture on Wednesday, May 21, from 11:30am-1:30pm. You are heartily invited to join us during this time as we celebrated and learn more about the beautiful country of Vietnam! We look forward to seeing you.
Around The Block Team (Issue 34) Old North End: Wendy Barron-Belmore.
Living SJ is Greater Saint John’s new social renewal strategy. This spring, Living SJ will host a series of public consultations to determine what improvements our community needs most – and we want to hear from you. Our goal – a strong community working together to improve the quality of life for all citizens of Greater Saint John area.
Tell us what matters most to you. Our region has a comprehensive economic development plan (True Growth 2.0) and municipal plan (PlanSJ). Now, more than ever, we need a social plan informed by the needs and perspectives of community members like you. Stay tuned for more from Living SJ on how you can have your voice heard, and help shape your community. Partners include: Human Development Council, Greater Saint John Community Foundation, United Way of Greater Saint John & Vibrant Communities Saint John. For more information, please contact Cathy Wright at cwright@nb.aibn.com.
Lower South End: Mary LeSage. Waterloo-Village: Penni Eisenhauer. Crescent Valley: Anne Driscoll. Lower West Side: Jill Roberts, Patti Kelly, Krista Turnbull. Proof readers: Mary Collier Fleet, Mark Driscoll, Cindy Bishop, Anna O’Hara, Rona Howald, Dayna Lutes and Jenny O’Connell. Layout and Design: Chris Hopkins, and Juanita Black. Ad Design: Chris Hopkins. Community members: Carl Tricky, Lyn King, Brenda Buckley, Lisa Chamberlain and Debbie McLeod Page 16