Issue 46 What A Splash!
April / May 2016
• sjcommunitynewspaper@gmail.com • Hope Cafe Thanks Volunteers
Pictured left to right - Carl Trickey President of PULSE making presentation to Capt Bolduc (Photo Courtesy of PULSE )
Back left to right Susan Gorman and Peter Phillips serve soup to Erin Coffey and Pat Gilliland (Photo courtesy Shelly McCready)
Captain Roger Bolduc leaves a lasting impression when meeting him! His three years at the Armories have been memorable. He has been a great contributor to the south end community. It wasn’t until Roger came along that we established a lasting relationship with the Barrack Green Armory. Our Safe Halloween events have taken on a different twist now. Whatever the weather we have at Halloween, we now have a tent up so people can congregate while enjoying a burger and treats! Even our summer events (community breakfast, Passports to Parks, Buskers) in Rainbow Park are protected from sun under the tent. The splash reference: who else do you know that kayaks through Reversing Falls to get to work? That would be our Captain Roger Bolduc! He has now taken on a position in Ottawa, we wish him well!
Volunteers Keep Crescent Valley “Caring For The Environment Program” Going
By Shelly McCready, Community Ministries Coordinator At the Salvation Army we rely totally on volunteers to man our Hope Cafe. The Cafe provides a safe, welcoming social backdrop as well as nourishment every weekday from 9:30am-1pm. We require our volunteers to practice food safety, supply a background check and be exemplary in their conduct. We encourage them to engage with our patrons and establish relationships with healthy boundaries. Volunteers serve in twos so they always feel supported. We are so thankful for these individuals who are kind and helpful, giving of the most precious commodity in our society: time.
Coordinator’s Comments Juanita Black, 647-4850, sjcommunitynewspaper@gmail.com
Pictured left to right - Karen Rodgerson, Mary Doiron, Eva Feddery and Elaine Orser (Photo Courtesy of Anne Driscoll) By Ann Barrett Crescent Valley (CVRC) has been fortunate to receive funding from the Environmental Trust Fund that enabled us to start up and run a community recycling program. Equipment was bought and four residents were hired to educate, motivate and get residents recycling and composting. When our funding ended these very dedicated residents kept right on working.
Welcome to issue 46 of Around the Block and our theme of “Volunteers”. We are proud to honour the many volunteers who donate hours of time to their communities and to many service groups around Saint John. Volunteers are the backbone of our community and continue to provide a valuble resource for moving programs forward that otherwise might not have a staff member. Volunteers can be any age, male or female, and are always ready when called upon. I work with many volunteers who provide stories, pictures and proof reading for Around The Block every issue. Thank you to all volunteers who donate their time! I want to remind you, for the upcoming Municipal election Around the Block will also have an elections issue coming out on April 21.
Proud Sponsors of Around The Block
Over several years they have put many hours of volunteer time making sure residents keep on track and new residents know about the program. Right now we are in the middle of a recycling contest called “Comfort Foods”. Our volunteers delivered motivational flyers and prizes. Thank you Mary Doiron, Karen Rodgerson, Eva Feddery and Elaine Orser. Without you this program would not be so successful. Page 1
ONE Community Lunch
Our Volunteer John Caley
Pictured: Joan McInnis, Gerry Leavitt, Eric Garnett, Val Phillips, Louise Buick, and Helen Williams. (photo courtesy Christa Petts) By Christa Petts Every Wednesday, this incredible team of volunteers comes together to prepare and serve a community lunch. Lunch starts at 11:30 am and is served until 1:30 pm. A special thanks to Louise Buick, who volunteers many hours every week to organize an unbelievable lunch. She is part of an amazing team which puts so much time and effort into each meal served. Anyone interested in volunteering or becoming a part of our team please call 658-2980.
Pictured: Cst Jocelyn McIntrye with John Caley (photo courtesy Christa Petts) By Christa Petts John is one of our most treasured volunteers. At the age of 93, he participates in many programs such as art, coffee and chat, and is a member of the Golden Oldies. Even with his busy schedule, he finds time to bake muffins for our Afterschool program and volunteers at all of our community events. He enjoys a good game of cards or just telling a story about his life. His dedication to ONE Change and the community has been instrumental in many ways. John is a man with many talents. He is an amazing role model for our community.
A Bakers Dozen
Saturday, March 19, 2016 here at the Nick Nicolle Centre, one of our very own community members launched his first book, A Baker’s Dozen of Poems and Other Favourite Things Part 1; a portion of each book’s sale will be donated to the Children’s Wish Foundation. A special thanks to Bee Me Kidz’ staff, for all your support. Thank you to all who came out to support Eric to make this day possible for him.Once again our community and volunteers came together and exhibited what a remarkable team they can be.
ONE Change Sewing Club
The Benefits Of Volunteering
By Nick Shepard Betty Delaney came to ONE Change with a seed of an idea and, within several week’s time, that seed of an idea became a program in full bloom. Here at the Nick Nicolle Centre, One Change now offers a sewing program to their after-school children. The program has been a huge success and it’s all thanks to the tremendous volunteer work of Betty. Betty believes sewing is an important skill that everyone must learn and she makes learning this skill fun and exciting for the kids. We can’t wait for the next series of classes to start up again. If you would like to get involved by donating thread or fabric please contact the Nick Nicolle Centre at 658-2980.
By Barry Galloway One of the better-known benefits of volunteering is the impact on the community. Volunteers are the glue that holds our community together. Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. Even helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference to the lives of people in your neighborhood. It can benefit you and your family as much as the organization you choose to help. Dedicating your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network, and boost your social skills. If you are interested in volunteering at ONE Change or the NNCC please contact us at (506)658-2980 - 85 Durham Street and ask for Christa.
North Neighbourhood Contact
Trevor A. Holder MLA Portland - Simonds Constituency Office 229 Churchill Boulevard Telephone: (506) 657-2335 Email: trevor.holder@gnb.ca
Christa Petts christapettsonechange@gmail.com Nick Nicolle Community Centre 658-2980 Page 2
South End Community Garden
Healthy Cooking With Tanya James
Rainbow Park Community Garden corner of Broad and Charlotte Streets (Photo Courtesy of Peter Josselyn) By Mary LeSage Are you interested in having your own garden? PULSE is getting ready for another year of community gardening at Rainbow Park. If you've thought about gardening but haven't, this is the year to try. Imagine a summer with fresh greens, radishes, herbs, and other vegetables. If you don't have gardening experience, other gardeners will help you to choose plants that will thrive in the area and help you as you learn the ropes. A small investment in time will lead to many tasty and nutritious rewards.
Comings And Going At PULSE
For existing gardeners, we are planning a clean-up day for later this spring. Please get in contact and come out as we prepare for the upcoming season.
Awesome Volunteer
Students waiting to taste their healthy snack (Photo Courtesy Scott Dunphy) By Scott Dunphy, Program Coordinator of STEM & Literacy. The Boys & Girls Club South End Community Center is very excited to have been able to offer the youth a healthy cooking program thanks to TANYA JAMES, a dedicated volunteer and registered Dietician who every Tuesday donates her time in the evening to teach our youth the fundamentals of cooking healthy meals and snacks. Once the meal is complete, the youth get to sit down and enjoy it together. On behalf of the youth and staff of the South End Community Center we would love to send a sincere thank you for all that you do.
By PULSE Nancy Bartlett started with the CVITP (Community Volunteer Income Tax Program) in 2011. The first couple of years were slow to say the least @ P.U.L.S.E. but that soon changed as the word was out that we were doing taxes ALL year round PLUS we did taxes from past years. This is why Nancy volunteered to help, she liked the feeling of taking the burden off peoples' shoulders by getting them caught up in their taxes. If a difficult return comes across my desk, Nancy is ever so eager to take it and get it done for the client. It is not unusual to see Nancy go out of her way to help someone out. It doesn’t stop there, last summer Nancy helped us out with our Passports to Parks event where over 300 breakfasts were served. With Nancy’s help we were able to do over 800 tax returns this past year!! On behalf of the residents of the south end, THANK YOU
•Be a part of the Food Purchasing Club at P.U.L.S.E. The cost? 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. Perhaps you want to do a “Pay it Forward” deed for the month and buy an order for someone else. Money is due April 15 and May 13 and recieve your order the following Friday. •Did you know that we have a lending library upstairs? Lose yourself in one of the many books available. •We are a “Healthy Hairy Happy Head” pumping station in the south end! •Sgt David Hartley-Brown, community police officer can be reached at 648-3700 or by e-mail at david.hartley-brown@saintjohn.ca. •Do you have an idea that you want heard? Come visit me at the office. Call me at 632-6807. We are open Mon 9 am -2 pm. Tues 9 am -1pm. Wed Closed. Thurs 9am -1pm. Fri 9 am -2 pm. Follow us on Twitter LIKE us on Facebook. Food Purchase Club Schedule
Re-elect GERRY LOWE FOR
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Mary LeSage Phone: 632-6807 E-mail: pulseinc@bellaliant.com 251Wentworth Street
636-2860 After April 15 call 634-8683 (VOTE) for information and transportation to VOTE!!
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Street Hockey For Hunger
Westside PACT Thanks Volunteers
Pictured above :Lynne Kaine (left), event organizer. Shelley Scott (Rt) President West Side Food Bank (photo courtesy of Jill Roberts ) By Jill Roberts The parking lot beside the Carleton Community Centre was buzzing with activity on Saturday, March 19. Lynne Kaine and her team of volunteers organized the 1st Annual Street Hockey for Hunger event, which saw over 60 ball hockey players come together, have fun and make a significant donation to the West Side Food Bank. Special thanks to community sponsors: the Carleton Community Centre, Port Saint John, Papa John’s Pizza West, No Frills, Olsen’s, Ben’s Bakery Outlet, Pita Pit, Design Art Signs, PACT and the Market Place Wellness Centre. The community looks forward to the 2nd Annual Street Hockey for Hunger event that will take place next spring.
Market Place Wellness Centre Updates 120 Market Place West. 674-4335 Monday to Friday 7:30a.m-3:30p.m.
Pictured above: Joe Vautour and our curling kids from Beaconsfield School (Photo courtesy Julie Baribault) By Anna James We are pleased to say at the Westside PACT that our volunteer base has been steadily growing. Our volunteers are the reason we are able to offer our programs and keep them running. Our board is made up completely of volunteers who work tirelessly to help make this a safe and thriving place to live. With help we have been able to offer our Fresh Produce Club, Kids Curling, Music in the Park, and Farmer’s Market among other things. Many thanks to the men and women who volunteer.It’s your dedication that helps us to achieve our goals in the community.
Zoomers Volunteers
•Specimen Collection: Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:am.-3:p.m, Appointments only: 649-2704. •Food Bank: Tuesday and Friday, 1 - 3p.m. •Smoking Cessation Program: call 674-4335 for an appointment. •Fundy Fog Chasers: meet Thursday at 6:30p.m. and Saturday 9a.m. Runners and walkers welcome. No charge to participate. There is a site on Face book. •Food Purchase Club: Clients pays for their bag of fresh produce 674-4335 for information. •Social Development Case worker: on site Tuesday 1 -3p.m., or by appointment. •Monthly Foot care clinic ($35 fee or covered by insurance) 3rd Wednesday of each month. Appointment needed 657-2273. •Senior led fitness program; / Falls Prevention ages 50 and up, “Zoomers”, free. Next 12 week session will start Tuesday: April 12/16 all participants must be assessed, beginning at 9a.m. that day to participate. Space is limited. (Carleton Community Centre). •Gentle Yoga: Thursday at 10: am, $6.00 fee applies. •Pickle Ball: Tuesday, 11: a.m., contact Mike 672-9566. •Community Garden Plots; $15 plus $5 key deposit, first come first serve. •2 Nurse Practitioners; by appointment only. •Social Worker/Counselling: by appointment only. •Art Class – Tuesday morning at 10:a.m.(Goodwill offering) contact: kimmy.cookson@gmail.com
By Jill Roberts Nurse / Community Development Terre, Leona and Mary are three of the many hard working volunteers with the “Zoomers On The Go Program”. They have trained to become certified senior fitness leaders and teach classes at the Carleton Community Centre on the city’s west side. Leona and Mary have been involved since the very beginning, in 2011, and Terre has been volunteering for the past few years. These volunteers are committed to the health and wellness of the 50 plus population. They understand the value of keeping people active as they age and improving strength and balance in order to prevent injuries and falls. They are dedicated, consistent and reliable and have established a huge following with their weekly sessions. Through the classes that they offer, participants have gained knowledge, improved mobility and strong social networks. These volunteers are not compensated for their hours and the Zoomers program is offered free of charge to residents over the age of 50. Terre, Leona and Mary have a unique ability to engage others and to improve the quality of life in their community and should be recognized for their amazing generosity!
Dorothy Shephard MLA Saint John Lancaster
West Neighbourhood Contacts
640 Manawagonish Road Saint John, NB E2M 3W5 Constituency Office is located at side of building facing Church
Jill Roberts: 674-4307 Jill.Roberts@HorizonNB.ca Market Place Wellness 120 Market Place
Tel: (506) 643-2900 Fax: (506) 643-2999 Dorothy.Shephard@gnb.ca www.gnb.ca
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Special Volunteer
Long Standing Volunteer Laurie And Phillip Drew
(photo courtesy Debbie McLeod)
By Scott Dunphy, Program Coordinator, STEM & Literacy The Boys and Girls Club of Saint John would like to recognize Phillip and Laurie Drew who both have been valued volunteers with us for the past 25 years. On behalf of the staff and youth we would like to send a sincere thank you for all that you do and for your commitment to making our programs a success.
Wonderful Volunteer
By Linda Harvey Volunteers are all around us. They are the executive members of your building. They are the President, Vice President, Treasurer or Secretary. They decorate for special occasions, order chips, organize events, attend meetings and are the go to people all the time. They sometimes get a lot of grief if they do something the other tenants do not like . One person in our building stands out, Brian Mills, of Brunswick Drive. Without him, a lot of things would not get done. Brian would be my pick for ”Volunteer of The Year”. Thank You Brian!
By Brian Mills When I think of a volunteer I think of a person who gives up their time freely to help others.
Waterloo-Village Association Updates
A volunteer in my mind takes on tasks because they like to help not because they are asked to do something. Linda Harvey is a wonderful volunteer in our building. She is the secretary of the Tenant’s Association and has been for many years. Linda is always involved with the planning (photo courtesy Debbie McLeod) and the implementation of new programs being offered in the building. She is the first to help out seniors if they need a helping hand. Linda is a real cheerleader in Brunswick Drive and we are all very lucky to have her! Thank You Linda for all you do!
Cheers To Volunteers! By Penni Eisenhauer The members of the Waterloo Village Neighborhood Associations (WVNA) are volunteer resident and community partners that work collectively on initiatives that positively impact the neighborhood. In 2015 over 100 hours of volunteer service was spent on beautification initiatives such as the revitalization of Chown Field, clean ups, planter projects, community garden and the Garden of Hope. These projects would not happen without the coordinated efforts of the association and its membership! Cheers to the many resident and community partner volunteers in the Waterloo Village! If you are interested in being more involved in your neighbourhood please contact Linda Scott, Chairperson of the Waterloo Village Neighbourhood Association @ 672-3686 or email commorg.penni@gmail. com
Village Neighbourhood Contact Penni Eisenhauer 647-8047 commorg.penni@gmail.com
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Kim Powell For PALS! Support TheReads Salvation Army
Havelock School Legion Poster Participations
Kim reading to students at Prince Charles School (photo courtesy PALS) By Deborah Fisher As part of the PALS Program, Kim Powell at J.D. Irving Limited has been reading to students at Prince Charles School on Fridays for 14 years. Each week she reads books chosen by the “Star of the Day.” When finished, she and the children count the number of books they have read (usually seven to nine books)! Jennifer Walsh has been the teacher for 14 years and has seen first hand the impact Kim’s work has on the children. “My students look so forward to her visits. When Kim arrives at the classroom door the children always greet her with smiles and kind words. The children are very engaged the entire time Kim reads,” says Jennifer. “It has been a pleasure and a privilege having Kim read to my class all these years. Her dedication and commitment to my students is greatly appreciated.”
Centennial’s Awesome Volunteers
By Caitlin Corkum, Community Schools/PALS Coordinator, Centennial School Centennial School is very fortunate to have many great PALS partners, community partners, and people investing in our school and making a difference in our student’s lives. Without the support of our AMAZING volunteers, we would not be able to provide one-on-one mentoring, CHEF’s programs, field trips, many co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, summer and March Break Adventure camps, and literacy support. Our volunteers make sure our kids are well fed, well dressed, and that our shelves are stocked with school supplies. Our volunteers are also a vital part of our successful Christmas Bazaar, Family Literacy Nights, Winter Carnival, Year End BBQ, and Year End Celebrations. We are so thankful for our volunteers and for all the ways they enhance our student’s lives and invest in their futures; we could not do what we do without them! You are simply the best!
Partnering from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and Beyond • 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
Deborah Fisher fisher.deborah@jdirving.com Susan Tipper tipper.susan@jdirving.com
We ALL have something to offer!
The students in random order; Black & white poster; 1st place, Grace Maxwell $25. 2nd place, Seth Nylen $15. 3rd place, Elizabeth Boucher $10. Colour poster; 1st place, Avrey Alward $25. 2nd place, Julia Wiezel $15. and 3rd place, Addyson Park $10. By Huguette Poirier, French Immersion Teacher Havelock School. Six students from Havelock School in grade five French Immersion have won prizes for their participation in the Royal Canadian Legion Lancaster Branch Poster Contest. A representative from the Royal Canadian Legion came to our school on Friday, February 19 to present the prizes.
Thank You To Our Coach By Erin Vringer, Emma Kelly and Kate Leblanc A lot of volunteer action happens at Princess Elizabeth School. Mr. Morris, Mr. Coughlan, Mr. Hickey, and Ms. Middleton are only a few of the coaches and kind people who volunteer their time for us. Mr. Morris is the definition of a volunteer. He used to be a teacher and retired a few years ago. If you came here for a week, you would still think he works here because he is always around the school. Mr. Morris coaches soccer and volleyball as well as badminton and other sports as well. He is a big part of our school.
PALS En Route To Success
By Susan Tipper, PALS High School Coordinator PALS En Route to Success is offered at the high school level for students attending St. Malachy’s Memorial High School. This is a 4 year pilot program where grade 9 students are selected by the faculty to participate, beginning their 2nd semester of grade 9. Students attain credits that fulfill part of their graduation requirements as outlined by the Department of Education in the Province of N.B. Students have hands on experience and learn by doing. Research shows that this is the most meaningful style of learning for students. Each year students participate in a work placement at an organization in the community and upon successful completion of this placement they are offered a summer job. This means that students have the opportunity to have summer employment during their four years of high school. The organizations that partner with us to make all of this happen are invaluable, as are their employees. These people are truly making a difference in the life of a child. Thank you all! Companies who are currently involved with this program are: Big Brothers Big Sisters, CFM, Chandler Sales, City of Saint John (City Market and Saint John Water), Industrial Security, Irving Equipment, Key Industries, Loch Lomond Villa, NB Southern Railway, Plasticraft, Stew’s Cleaning Services, and Shur-Fit Automotive. As the saying it goes, ‘it takes a village to raise a child.’ For more information about this program please feel free to contact me at tipper.susan@jdirving.com
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Améliorer son français pour devenir un meilleur bénévole CAMNASJ
ONE Change Annual General Meeting
Des bénévoles enthousiastes du CAMNASJ se rencontrent tous les mardis afin de pratiquer la belle langue française. Ce groupe a pour but d’améliorer leur communication et d’approfondir leur vocabulaire. Ces rencontres permettent l’échange d’expériences multiculturelles dans une ambiance informelle et stimulante. "Il y a plusieurs personnes intéressantes Pictured left to right: Lena Dehtiar, Alena Shatalova, Tatiana Saltynova au Centre. On reçoit (prise par Stéfanie Mayhew) des informations utiles au sujet de la vie quotidienne à Saint Jean" Chaque mardi, nous avons hâte de venir partager avec les autres membres du groupe. Le groupe nous offre aussi des outils pratiques pour se préparer pour le marché du travail. Pour nous, c’est surtout l’occasion de s’exprimer en plusieurs langues et d’enrichir nos connaissances. La communication interpersonnelle s’épanouit de plus en plus. La valorisation des divers cultures se fait aussi à travers l’apprentissage des langues. Le bénévolat vient à se connaitre mieux chaque semaine.
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The ONE Change Inc.
The Board of Directors of the One Change Inc. hereby gives notice of its annual general meeting which will take place on Thursday 21 April 2016 at 6 p.m. at the Nick Nicolle Community Centre 85 Durham Street, Saint John, NB. For more information please contact us at (506) 658-2980. Refreshments will be served and you will have an opportunity to hear about the great things happening through ONE Change and our partners.
$1000 Scholarship
By Tamara Kelly Did you know that Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada offers a $1,000 scholarship? Every year since 2004 we have offered scholarships to students attending College or University. As a Saint Johner attending school for the 2016-2017 year, you are eligible to apply. You can find our application at www.solveyourdebts.com/scholasrships. Applications are due by April 22, 2016.
Bienvenue à tous!
Trinity Church Drop In
Learn and Go
By Jasmine Chandra Trinity Church, 115 Charlotte Street host a drop in every Thursday from 4 - 6 pm. We serve coffee, tea and muffins. There are games, puzzles, conversation, and a nice atmosphere to relax. The Drop In is on the 2nd floor of the Trinity Church Centre, and there is elevator for accessibility. Everyone is welcome!
Aidez-nous àGot prévenir la Drugs? consommation de Get rid of médicamentsdans la rue.
Working for Change
unwanted drugs Rapportez vos médicaments périmés ou legally and noutilisés, en les plaçant entre les safely. mains dupersonnel autorisé afin d’en assurer la récupération sécuritaire.
Would you like to change something in your community? If your answer is YES, this FREE program is for you!
Learn and Go begins April 18, 2016 offering workshops to strengthen leadership skills and help women and men create change in their neighbourhoods. Workshops take place three mornings a week over a three week period, finishing with a presentation of project ideas and project work in your community. Financial help with childcare or transportation will be available.
Le mercredi 15 mai 2013
An easy application is required.
Help to keep drugs off our streets. Drop off your expired or unused medications, placing them safely in the hands of authorized personnel.
For more details please call Penni, 647-8047 Email: commorg.penni@gmail.com
Friday, May 14th, 2016 We accept: Prescription medications, liquid medications, ointments, lotions, sprays, vitamins, patches and pet medications. This program is free, safe and anonymous.
Learn & Go Partners: Saint John Women’s Empowerment Network, Neighbourhood Groups, Irving Oil Ltd., City of Saint John, Living SJ, NB Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation.
Please bring your medications to the parking lot at Harbour Station between 11am and 2pm. This is a drive through program.
Proudly Sponsored By Irving Oil Ltd. and the Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation
Partners taking action to reduce substance abuse - reduce crime – prevent poisonings
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Don Darling FOR MAYOR
www.don4mayor.ca MY PRIORITIES INCLUDE: • Growing our population • Growing our economy • Holding our property tax rate • Investing in roads & recreation
Leadership for growth Social Enterprise Hub Update
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
(Photo Courtesy Pauline Waggott on March 5th 2016) By Pauline Waggott We are excited to update you on the Social Enterprise Hub, currently construction on the third floor is in progress and the building should be completed Fall 2016. The purpose of the Hub is to provide quality space to deliver professional services. More than a physical location, the Hub provides a place where organizations will partner to develop innovative and enterprising ideas that reduce poverty. If you are interested in being a tenant or have any inquires please contact Pauline Waggott at Pauline@loanfund.ca. Follow the Saint John Community Loan Fund on Facebook to keep up to date on the Social Enterprise Hub’s progress.
Start by registering for
The Key to Well Being And discover that life can be exciting and rewarding
THE KEY
Believe in yourself and make it happen Call today and register for our upcoming course 672-7451
The Anniversary Grant was established in 2006 to commemorate the Community Foundation’s 30th Anniversary. The Anniversary Grant will be awarded to a local charity striving to address an identified community need, and who demonstrates strong partnerships, collective impact and sustainability. The Anniversary Grant is a single grant of $40,000.
TO WELL- BEING
The 2016 application process is now open. Applicants are asked to contact our office and speak with the Executive Director prior to submitting a Letter of Intent.
A PERSONAL GROWTH JOURNEY FOR WOMEN
Letters of Intent are due Friday, June 10th, 2016 at 12 noon. Visit our website to find out more: www.thecommunityfoundationsj.com
Where Saint Josephs Community Health Centre 116 Coburg Street Childcare and transportation costs are covered by the Dept of Social Development
89 Canterbury Street, Suite 502, Saint John, NB E2L 3C7 672.8880 ~ info@sjfoundation.ca
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Healthy Fun For The Whole Family At The YMCA YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a day of fun activities to help kids and families embrace healthy habits. This free community event will feature games and activities that include simple ways to be healthier in spirit, mind and body. Join us on May 1st at the Saint John Regional Y from 1- 4: pm for Healthy Kids Day. The event is open to everyone and will include vactivities for the entire family.
YMCAيف ةلماك ةلئاع عم يحص حرم YMCAيف يحصلا لافطألا موي ةيحص تاداع ءانبل لئاوعلا و لافطألا ةدعاسمل ةحرملا تاطاشنلاب ءيلم موي وه ، تاطاشنلا و باعلألا نم ديدعلا ةيناجملا ةيعامتجالا ةبسانملا هذه نمضتتس و لقعلا و مسجلا يف ةيحص رثكأ ءرملا نوكيل ةطيسب قرط نمضتت يتلا حورلا. Yلانويجير نوج تناس يف رايأ رهش نم لوألا يف انعم اومضنا ارصع ةعبارلا ةعاسلا مامت ىتح ًءاسم ةدحاولا ةعاسلا نم ةلئاعلا دارفأ لماكل تاطاشن نمضتتس و صخش يأل ةحوتفم ةبسانملا هذه
Volunteering In Anglin Drive By Roxanne Locke Hi, my name is Roxanne Locke and I live on Anglin Drive. I am an active volunteer in my neighbourhood at the Anglin Drive Neighbourhood Tenants Association.
I have been a volunteer for over 10 years and have participated in a variety of activities including street dances, reading books with children to food purchasing. Roxanne with some youth at craft day I currently do crafts (Photo courtesy Charlene Good) with children twice a month up at our center. Volunteering for me is and always was fun, exciting, and makes me feel good about myself. It's a great feeling working together with your neighbours and community to help each other and improve our community.
COMMUNITY
Relocating to Saint John We can help! Déménagez à Saint John. Nous pouvons vous aider!
MEALS ON WHEELS
SAINT JOHN INC.
www.sjmnrc.ca (506)642-4242
✔ Hot and Frozen Meals Programs Available ✔ Hot Meal Home Delivery Monday-Friday at Noontime ✔ Frozen Meal Program – 30 Varieties Available as well as
SJMNRC is always looking for dedicated volunteers. Interested?
selections for all Dietary Needs – Gluten Free, Renal, Minced, etc. ✔ A low cost of $7.00 per meal – some clients may qualify for assistance through the Long Term Care Program or the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Le CAMNASJ est toujours à la recherche de bénévoles dédiés. Vous êtes intéressé ? Contact: Li Song/(506)642-1219/li.song@sjmnrc.ca Sandrine Selway/(506)6421134/sandrine.selway@sjmnrc.ca
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL MEALS ON WHEELS
506-658-1888
Funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick through the Canada-New Brunswick Labour Market Agreements. Financé par le gouvernement du Canada et la province du Nouveau-Brunswick dans le cadre des Ententes Canada/Nouveau-Brunswick sur le marché du travail.
TO PLAY TO WIN WEEKLY a number, fill out a ticket with your name and number, put one part in the box and keep the other weekly by placing the green label with your number on a toonie(s) and drop it in the gold rush box www.sjbgclub.com (506) 634-2011 Page 9
Célébration des bénévoles Une quatrième édition du Défi Singe-ànoix pour fêter le bénévolat présentée par l’ARCf (Association régionale de la communauté francophone) de Saint-Jean! Le samedi 23 avril à 18h30
Spotlight On Austin Pollock
Une quatrième édition du Défi Singe-à-noix pour fêter le bénévolat présentée par l’ARCf (Association régionale de la communauté francophone) de Saint-Jean! Le samedi 23 avril à 18h30 C’est le mois prochain!!!! Le samedi 23 avril est la date tant attendue pour la grande fête des bénévoles. Une quatrième édition du Défi Singe-à-noix pour faire rayonner le bénévolat communautaire ! Cette activité rassembleuse permet de souligner l’importance des actions bénévoles et de remercier du fond du cœur tous ceux et celles de 19 ans et plus qui dévouent temps et énergie de près ou de loin pour les organismes francophones de notre communauté. Près de vingt-quatre équipes s’éclateront en participantaux singeries organisées par l’équipe de gestion de l’ARCf de Saint-Jean. Cet événementinspiré du thème du singe (pour expliquer le terme Singe-ànoix = saint-jeannois) est gratuit et les défis seront accessibles à tous les participants. La fête avec bar payant se déroulera au gymnase du Centre communautaire Samuel-de-Champlain à partir de 18h30. L’équipe du Défi qui se hissera en 1re place remporterala bourse de 1000$ qui sera versée à une cause francophone de leur choix. Tout pour la cause ! Les inscriptions seront en cours dès la semaine prochaine. Soyez de la partie et ne manquez pas ce rendez-vous annuel incluant de nouveaux jeux qui vous surprendront ! Plaisir garanti ! Signé : Ginette Hébert Directrice des communications et relations publiques de l’ARCf de Saint-Jean Tél. : 658-4605 ou ginette.hebert@arcf-sj.org
(Photo courtesy Erin MacKenney) I started the Workplace Essential Skills (WES) program at The Learning Exchange in July 2015. The program helped me build the skills I needed for the workplace, especially where I didn’t have a lot of experience. While in WES I volunteered with Voila and gained some work experience in a professional setting. The facilitator and coach were really supportive and encouraging. In November I joined the BEST (Basic Education and Skills Training) program where I worked toward finishing my GED. While in BEST I was also working with WorkLinks and applying for jobs. I passed my GED in February and within a week I had a full-time job with the help of the team at The Learning Exchange.
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Volunteers: Our Essential Resource
YMCA Welcome Team Volunteer Shares Heart Warming Experience By Wayne Harrison I am proud to be a member of a Welcome Team through the YMCA and our team has taken on 5 Syrian Refugee families to help settle into Canadian life. Today held a special moment and I feel compelled to tell a story I think I will never forget: This morning I took one of our Syrian fathers and his handicapped son for his school interview today to determine what support he would need to go to school. Besides father and son, there were 2 ladies who were school officials, myself, and an interpreter in the room and the session centered on the son’s needs, what supports would be put in place for him and basically what school would be like for the son. Used to doing everything for his son, the father assured the school ladies that he or his wife would always be there to take care of the son’s needs. One of the ladies explained that the son will have attendants to help with any of his special needs but that the parents could come and teach the attendants what they needed to know. She stressed that the attendants would be with him at all times. In Syria, a handicapped person, generally, is not seen as an equal and the father explained that people would regularly dismiss the son because he was handicapped. The father further explained how he would bribe the other kids with candy so they would be nice to his son and not ridicule him. The ladies explained that his son would be treated equally and that he will be integrated into the classroom and introduced to a broad range of learning opportunities. She explained that the other kids are used to having handicapped students in class and they would treat him very well. At this point the father broke down and wept saying he has never seen anything like this in his life. That did it – all 4 adults wept with him and a box of tissues was brought into the room. We wiped our eyes in quiet contemplation of the father’s pain. Meanwhile, the son, who sat beside me, looked around the table at each of the adults and finished by looking directly into my eyes and smiled a huge white grin.
Volunteers in Bridging The Gap, Connecting Generations (Photo courtesy Judy Murphy) By Judy Murphy, Executive Director, Elizabeth Fry Society Elizabeth Fry Society loves volunteers. They are enthusiastic, caring, committed, and talented. They make programs sing and educate grade 5’s about impacts of shoplifting, preparing meals for women in Holistic Journey, engaging children in reading, supporting women before the courts and afterwards, and providing guidance by Board members. One project that depends on volunteers is Bridging the Gap that offers a learning exchange between seniors and children about experiences of growing up in Saint John. So far, these 70 plus volunteers demonstrate and embrace the value of listening, sharing and learning. Thank you all volunteers for invaluable contributions to our Saint John community.
It really makes me proud to be Canadian! If you’re interested in being involved on a Welcome Team, please email w.tarr@saintjohnY.com.
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The crowd at Saturday Social (Photo courtesy SJMNRC) (Photo courtesy Nicole Vair) by Nicole Vair, Communications Coordinator Shawn Olsen’s bright smile and positive attitude can be found at the Saint John Regional Y every Tuesday morning. Olsen is a dedicated volunteer who enjoys lending a helping hand and getting a work out at the state of the art facility. Recently Olsen had been working out with a goal in mind as he trained to compete in the 2016 Special Olympics. “I love the staff and people at the Y, they all are so welcoming,” he said. Olsen, along with 16 other teammates on the New Brunswick Floor Hockey team travelled to Cornerbrook, Newfoundland at the end of February, where they faced off with other provincial championship teams to win the National title. “Shawn is one of my most dedicated volunteers,” said Sherry Fitzgerald, Fitness Centre Supervisor at the Saint John Regional Y. “He works so hard and we are all so proud of him for being part of the third place team in Cornerbrook.”
by Gillian Brookins, SJMNRC Volunteer A few years ago, I decided to become more involved in the community. A friend of mine introduced me to Li Song, the volunteer coordinator at the Saint John Multicultural & Newcomers Resource Centre (SJMNRC) and she invited me to the Saturday social group at the library. I attended that weekend and I have been going consistently ever since. The main purpose of the Saturday social is to provide newcomers with the opportunity to practice English; however, the group is so much more than just that. It is a place to meet new friends and learn about different cultures. Each newcomer has a unique story and I am constantly inspired by their wisdom and courage. I have been fortunate enough to meet people from over 20 different countries and I look forward to meeting many more!
Food Purchase Contest This is issue 46 of Around The Block and our Food Purchase Club contest. We are happy to partner with Saint John Energy to offer 2 - $10.00 fresh fruit and produce orders. You need to locate, hidden throughout Around The Block, two Saint John Energy logos (not including this notice and the Saint John Energy ad) Send your answer to sjcommunitynewspaper@gmail.co or call 647-4850. You need to identify the page and location of each hidden logo, only one entry per household. Your name will go into a draw for one of the orders. The contest will end April 20 and you will be called if you are a winner with the location of where you can pick up the order.
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Congratulations to the winners for issue 45 Susan Bourdeau and Gabriela deAustin. We will list winners of this contest on the Around the Block Diva’s Facebook page Wednesday evening April 20.
Around The Block Team (Issue 46) Old North End: Chrisa Petts. Lower South End: Mary LeSage. Waterloo-Village: Penni Eisenhauer. Lower West Side: Jill Roberts, Julie Baribault and Anna James. Proof readers: Barbara Day, Sandra Phillips, Anna O’Hara, Belinda Kumar, Cindy Bishop and Dayna Lutes. Layout and Design: Chris Hopkins, and Juanita Black. Community members: Carl Trickey, Lyn King, Lisa Chamberlain, Ryan Locke and Debbie McLeod. Page 12