Community Updates – Apr 27, 2012
1) Update on the National Crime Prevention Centre’s (NCPC) Youth Gang Prevention Fund Project – please see the attached letter of intent and application fund provided to the SPC from Nancy Gale.
2) Bike Registration - The City of Williams Lake encourages all bicycle owners to register their bicycles in its Bike Protection Program. Bicycle owners can complete a registration form including a photograph of their bicycle. The owner retains the information, and in the event the bike is lost or stolen, he or she can bring the form to City Bylaw Services. This will assist the bylaw department in identifying bikes and owners, reuniting owners with lost or stolen bicycles. Registration forms are available at www.wiliiamslake.ca, City Hall and local bicycle stores. There is no fee for the Bike Protection Program.
“Bicycles are a high theft item in Williams Lake, and the City wants to reduce thefts,” says Councillor Laurie Walters, Chair of the City’s Community Services Committee. “By registering your bike, you can increase the chances of having your missing or stolen bike returned to you.”
A City representative will be in attendance at a bike rodeo May 13, 2012 at the Canadian Tire parking lot from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm to help owners register their bicycles.
In addition, the City will assist with registrations again at the Pedal by the Puddle June 10th, 2012 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Gun-A-Noot Trail, near the old Williams Lake Airport. For more information, please contact the City at 250-392-2311.
3) Communities that Care presents RAP Training (Response Ability Pathways) Through the Circle of Courage Institute
REGISTRATION
When: May 23rd & 24th , 2012
Time: 8:30 am – 4:30 p.m
Where: TBA
The Circle of Courage® has piloted an innovative curriculum which offers "basic training" for all who deal with challenging children and youth. Response Ability Pathways®, or simply RAP, provides essential strength-based strategies for all who deal with young persons in family, school, or community.
Response Abilities Pathways (RAP) is based on the Circle of Courage Model. It looks at resilience and positive youth development based on the universal needs of children (ie. Belonging, Mastery, Independence & Generosity). RAP teaches those who work with youth how to look beyond the outside child to the inside child and provides a guideline utilizing a process called Connect, Clarify and Restore. RAP outlines easy strategies to use to help connect with youth and build rapport.
How:
Two members from each of our Community Board partner organizations are invited to attend this excellent – and free! – training event. You must attend both days and be able to participate for the entire day.
To register email Carla ASAP at comthatcares@sd27.bc.ca Put RAP Registration in the subject line. For more information on RAP including a workshop outline visit http://www.circleofcourageinstitute.org/
4) Come Celebrate Multiculturalism by supporting the International Day for the Elimination of Racism on Tuesday, May 8th 2012
Event starts at Boitanio Park at 11:30 am with a walk through town ending at Spirit Square for ethnic refreshments.
For more information call Marilyn Livingston or Tom Salley Multicultural Coordinator 250 302 9119 at the Canadian Mental Health Association - Cariboo Chilcotin Branch
5) Update from the Regional Library
Tuesday April 24, 4pm: Make your own duct tape wallet – Youth Advisory Council – free event for youths 13-18
Wednesday April 25, 7pm: Wiebo’s War National Film Board Screening
May 1-5, 10am-4:30pm: LIBRARY BOOK SALE! Volunteers needed. Call 250-392-3630 or come to the front desk for details.
6) Reminder - On Saturday April 28th, the Boys and Girls Club is hosting a free community education workshop. Entitled, "Are you a Prepared Parent? Have you had the talk yet?”, the workshop will be led by certified Sexual Health Educator and local Outreach Nurse Patti Murphy.
The aim of the workshop is to encourage parents to be askable adults and provide them with the resources required to do so. Topics covered will include: being an askable parent, building healthy relationships, what is age-appropriate discussion, negotiation, healthy decision-making, creating dialogue with teens, and current information on sexually transmitted infections (STI’s.)
The Forum is planned to run from 1:00pm-3:30 pm, seating is limited, and no registration is required. Refreshments will be provided. Location is Thompson Rivers University on Western Avenue, Room 1254. For more information phone Sally, Prevention Worker at 250-392-5730 or email prevention@noopa.org
About the presenter: Patti Murphy is a Certified Sexual Health Educator whose focus is on providing practical, current, and appropriate information for children, teens, and parents. With fifteen years of Community Health nursing experience in the Cariboo, Patti not only understands the pressures that children and teens feel; and appreciates the issues their parents face. She blends her knowledge as a sexual health educator with her nursing experience to create a reliable, safe and lighthearted learning environment for all. Passionate about increasing awareness in our communities regarding healthy sexuality through all stages of life. Patti is guided by her gentle spirit and values the importance of family, as a loving mother and grandmother.
7) Reminder – Seedy Saturday is on May 5th at Herb Gardner Park (in front of City Hall). Grow your own food this year with seeds from around the Cariboo.
8) The next SPC meeting is on May 27th from 11:30 am – 1 pm at City Hall.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Next SPC Monthly Meeting
The next SPC monthly meeting is Monday, Apr 23 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm at the City of Williams Lake (downstairs boardroom).
We will be setting priorities and action items and encourage your participation.
We will be setting priorities and action items and encourage your participation.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Community Updates April 13, 2012
1) Authors Fair: The Williams Lake & District Chamber of Commerce is Hosting a Authors' Fair this Saturday April 14th from 10 – 3 pm at 1660 South Broadway. Come on Down and Meet the Local Authors! For more information Contact the Williams Lake Visitor Centre 250-392-5025.
2) April 21st Earth Day events at TRU
Morning: Awakening the Dreamer Symposium 9:30 – 12:30 pm http://www.changingthedream.ca/
Afternoon: Sustainability Forum from 1:30 – 4 pm - Learn about what sustainable projects are already happening in Williams Lake and let your voice be heard by participating at a discussion table.
Evening: Earth Day Extravaganza at TRU starts at 4:30 pm - The evening sponsored by the STEW Magazine will feature dinner & music, open mic, local arts, music and dance performances.
3) City of Williams Lake Junior Council is hosting a Youth Engagement Workshop on April 26th from 1 – 4 pm – Do you work with Youth? Want to involve youth in your organization? Highlights: Learn the youth engagement model, Identify in what ways young people are currently engaged, Learn barriers to youth engagement, Learn tools to become an ally, and Practice learned tools. To register, please contact Anne Burrill at 250-392-8480 or aburrill@williamslake.ca
4) On Saturday April 28th, the Boys and Girls Club is hosting a free community education workshop. Entitled, "Are you a Prepared Parent? Have you had the talk yet?”, the workshop will be led by certified Sexual Health Educator and local Outreach Nurse Patti Murphy.
The aim of the workshop is to encourage parents to be askable adults and provide them with the resources required to do so. Topics covered will include: being an askable parent, building healthy relationships, what is age-appropriate discussion, negotiation, healthy decision-making, creating dialogue with teens, and current information on sexually transmitted infections (STI’s.)
The Forum is planned to run from 1:00pm-3:30 pm, seating is limited, and no registration is required. Refreshments will be provided. Location is Thompson Rivers University on Western Avenue, Room 1254. For more information phone Sally, Prevention Worker at 250-392-5730 or email prevention@noopa.org
About the presenter: Patti Murphy is a Certified Sexual Health Educator whose focus is on providing practical, current, and appropriate information for children, teens, and parents. With fifteen years of Community Health nursing experience in the Cariboo, Patti not only understands the pressures that children and teens feel; and appreciates the issues their parents face. She blends her knowledge as a sexual health educator with her nursing experience to create a reliable, safe and lighthearted learning environment for all. Passionate about increasing awareness in our communities regarding healthy sexuality through all stages of life. Patti is guided by her gentle spirit and values the importance of family, as a loving mother and grandmother.
5) Update from the Recreation Complex - We are very happy that the pool is now up and running, as we have lots of events for summer taking place in and around the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex.
All of the staff at the Complex would like to thank you for your patience while we resolved the issue with the pool and took the necessary steps to repair it.
For a full list of programs that are now being offered through the complex, view the Spring & Summer 2012 Active Living Guide that was published on March 23rd. If you did not receive a guide in the Tribune's Weekender, you can pick up a copy at the CMRC or view it online at www.activewilliamslake.com.
6) The City of Williams Lake proclaimed April 26th as Pay it forward Day, and National Public Works Week May 20 – 26th. Visit www.payitforwardday.com or https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=229501883727397 for more information. On Apr 26th do something nice for someone.
7) To learn more about The Salvation Army’s Holistic Addiction Treatment Program’s Recovery Day Program, please call of email 250-305-2492 or wladdictions@shaw.ca
8) United Way’s Day of Caring® is a community initiative designed to foster a sense of caring through volunteerism. It is not a fund-raising event, but an opportunity for volunteers to undertake worthwhile projects for non-profit organizations. United Way matches business groups with non-profit organizations to paint, landscape, make food hampers or build a fence all while learning about the programs and services the organization has to offer. Last year we completed 35 Days of Caring® throughout the Thompson Nicola Cariboo Region with 415 volunteers totaling over 2250 volunteer hours. This year will be better than ever!If you would like to register to do a Day of Caring® with your organization or business or you are a community partner who would like to apply for a Day of Caring® to happen at your organization please email office@unitedwaytnc.ca.
2) April 21st Earth Day events at TRU
Morning: Awakening the Dreamer Symposium 9:30 – 12:30 pm http://www.changingthedream.ca/
Afternoon: Sustainability Forum from 1:30 – 4 pm - Learn about what sustainable projects are already happening in Williams Lake and let your voice be heard by participating at a discussion table.
Evening: Earth Day Extravaganza at TRU starts at 4:30 pm - The evening sponsored by the STEW Magazine will feature dinner & music, open mic, local arts, music and dance performances.
3) City of Williams Lake Junior Council is hosting a Youth Engagement Workshop on April 26th from 1 – 4 pm – Do you work with Youth? Want to involve youth in your organization? Highlights: Learn the youth engagement model, Identify in what ways young people are currently engaged, Learn barriers to youth engagement, Learn tools to become an ally, and Practice learned tools. To register, please contact Anne Burrill at 250-392-8480 or aburrill@williamslake.ca
4) On Saturday April 28th, the Boys and Girls Club is hosting a free community education workshop. Entitled, "Are you a Prepared Parent? Have you had the talk yet?”, the workshop will be led by certified Sexual Health Educator and local Outreach Nurse Patti Murphy.
The aim of the workshop is to encourage parents to be askable adults and provide them with the resources required to do so. Topics covered will include: being an askable parent, building healthy relationships, what is age-appropriate discussion, negotiation, healthy decision-making, creating dialogue with teens, and current information on sexually transmitted infections (STI’s.)
The Forum is planned to run from 1:00pm-3:30 pm, seating is limited, and no registration is required. Refreshments will be provided. Location is Thompson Rivers University on Western Avenue, Room 1254. For more information phone Sally, Prevention Worker at 250-392-5730 or email prevention@noopa.org
About the presenter: Patti Murphy is a Certified Sexual Health Educator whose focus is on providing practical, current, and appropriate information for children, teens, and parents. With fifteen years of Community Health nursing experience in the Cariboo, Patti not only understands the pressures that children and teens feel; and appreciates the issues their parents face. She blends her knowledge as a sexual health educator with her nursing experience to create a reliable, safe and lighthearted learning environment for all. Passionate about increasing awareness in our communities regarding healthy sexuality through all stages of life. Patti is guided by her gentle spirit and values the importance of family, as a loving mother and grandmother.
5) Update from the Recreation Complex - We are very happy that the pool is now up and running, as we have lots of events for summer taking place in and around the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex.
All of the staff at the Complex would like to thank you for your patience while we resolved the issue with the pool and took the necessary steps to repair it.
For a full list of programs that are now being offered through the complex, view the Spring & Summer 2012 Active Living Guide that was published on March 23rd. If you did not receive a guide in the Tribune's Weekender, you can pick up a copy at the CMRC or view it online at www.activewilliamslake.com.
6) The City of Williams Lake proclaimed April 26th as Pay it forward Day, and National Public Works Week May 20 – 26th. Visit www.payitforwardday.com or https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=229501883727397 for more information. On Apr 26th do something nice for someone.
7) To learn more about The Salvation Army’s Holistic Addiction Treatment Program’s Recovery Day Program, please call of email 250-305-2492 or wladdictions@shaw.ca
8) United Way’s Day of Caring® is a community initiative designed to foster a sense of caring through volunteerism. It is not a fund-raising event, but an opportunity for volunteers to undertake worthwhile projects for non-profit organizations. United Way matches business groups with non-profit organizations to paint, landscape, make food hampers or build a fence all while learning about the programs and services the organization has to offer. Last year we completed 35 Days of Caring® throughout the Thompson Nicola Cariboo Region with 415 volunteers totaling over 2250 volunteer hours. This year will be better than ever!If you would like to register to do a Day of Caring® with your organization or business or you are a community partner who would like to apply for a Day of Caring® to happen at your organization please email office@unitedwaytnc.ca.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Todays Meeting is Postponed
Todays Strategic Planning meeting is postponed until next Monday, April 2 from 11:30 - 1pm at City Hall.
Friday, March 23, 2012
Community Updates - Mar 23, 2012
Community Updates – Mar 16, 2012
Hello Everyone,
Please visit http://socialplanningcouncil.blogspot.ca/ for updates from around the community.
1) Strategic Planning with the Social Planning Council.
This is a reminder for our Strategic Planning Session this Monday. The Agenda is simple… strategic planning. The meeting will take place over lunch at City Hall in the downstairs boardroom on March 26th from 11:30 – 1 pm. Other regular monthly business will be postponed until the following meeting (due to time constraints). You are encouraged to send your “Roundtable Updates” by email to spc-coordinator@xplornet.com for distribution through Facebook and email.
2) BC SPCA – Spay-Ghetti and No Balls fundraiser event this Saturday March 24th at CJ’s Southwestern Grill. Come out and support your local SPCA with an Italian dinner, entertainment, live & silent auction (from over 100 community supporters) and much more.
3) Here are a few updates from the Poverty Reduction Coalition…
Housing and food still out of reach for too many in BC: "Two significant reports were released this week that shine a light on the crisis of poverty we face as a province. Cost of Eating in B.C. 2011 found that healthy food is unaffordable for the poorest people in B.C. And the final Metro Vancouver Homeless Count report reveals that 2,650 people were homeless in 2011. Together, they paint a picture that shows that the basic necessities of housing and food are out of reach to many in our province.In fact, according to Cost of Eating, families and individuals on income assistance must choose between having a roof over their heads and eating nutritious food. Inadequate welfare rates mean that a family of four spends 60 per cent of its income on rent and then has only $744 each month for food, transportation, clothing and all other basic necessities. The average healthy food basket costing $868 a month is out of reach, leaving that family hungry and poorly nourished.
"Read more of this opinion editorial written by our Organizer, Trish Garner, published in The Province yesterday.
More information on food insecurity, homelessness, and the provincial budget is brought to you by the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition – visit http://bcpovertyreduction.ca/
4) Planning is underway for the Boys and Girls Club of Williams Lake and District’s newest community fundraiser, the Wii Olympics.
Classrooms at Thompson Rivers University (Williams Lake Campus) will be transformed into a fun filled gaming arena on Sunday, April 1 from 1pm until 4pm, as participants age six and up compete against each other in a series of Olympic-style events using Wii game consoles. There will be a fun non-competitive station for children under age six. Funds raised at the event will support programs for local youth.
With the popularity of Wii, we are sure this event will be a huge hit! Feel free to forward this along to your networks and contact the Boys & Girls Club for a poster.
We hope to see you there!
Isher Lehal
Operations Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of Williams Lake and District
Phone: (250) 392-5730
Fax: (250) 392-5743
Email: isher@noopa.org
www.bgcwilliamslake.com
5) My name is Cat and I work on the Welcome PG project at IMSS, Please send this along to anyone you think might be interested maybe someone in local government.
A new Welcoming & Inclusive Communities & Workplaces program which is now called Welcoming Communities and proposed to being a 5 year term of funding. The Ministry will be coming to Prince George on March 28 for a round table discussion on how the program could be developed. It is my understanding that the new program incorporates new immigrant settlement services (which means that smaller communities could leverage this funding to develop new immigrant settlement programming – if not currently available). It also invites developing ongoing community partnership that will help new immigrants integrate into our communities.
I was asked by the Ministry to share this information to centers around PG so we have a more inclusive voice at the round table which is on March 28th (here in PG) from 10 to 1 (PG specific) and 2 to 5 (smaller centers). Registration deadline is tomorrow and the form is within the attached info paper.
Please contact me if you’d like any clarification.
Cat Sivertsen, MEd
Project Manager, WelcomePG
Welcoming & Inclusive Communities & Workplaces Program
www.welcomepg.ca
6) The Council of Canadians invites you to get involved in town tomorrow for World Water Day. The Council of Canadians is on hand Friday, Mar. 23 from 2-5pm at the Food Co-op site. So please come along on Friday to further the water thoughts/ give out info!
7) Pay it Forward Day – April 26th from 8 am – 11:30 pm (in 38 countries all over the world and here in Williams Lake!)
While every day should be Pay It Forward Day, our lives are very busy. This international day reminds people to take time out of their busy days to help others without expecting anything in return.For more information, visit www.payitforwardday.com
In 2011, participants paid kindness forward all over the worlds. For this years international Pay it Forward Day (PIFD), we are amining to inspire over 3 millions acts of kindness.
What can you do?
Pay for someone’s cup of coffee, meal or train ticket
Arrange a fundraiser for a charity or cause you support
Use your unique skills or talent to help someone in need
Be creative – more ideas are at: http://bit.ly/pifideas
8) An invitation to the "local currency" talk and discussion segment at this month's Transition Town meeting, March 26th
To all residents of Williams Lake, with a special focus on local business people (farmers, business owners, tradespeople). The following invitation is from Cody Slinn, Transition Town member, and Potato House vice president. If you're reading this email, it's because someone thought you might be interested in learning about, or helping with, the creation of a local currency in Williams Lake.
I will be giving a short presentation on local currency at the next Transition Town meeting (Monday the 26th, 5-6pm at the Central Cariboo arts & Culture Society building [old fire hall - #90 4th Ave]), after which there will be time to dialogue about how to turn the local currency idea into a reality. Your help, even if only limited to your opinions about the project or the needs of your business, would be greatly appreciated. Afterwards, a working group will also be put together for the project, which you will also be welcome to join. I invite anyone who has an interest in this issue to come to the meeting, but I am extending a particular challenge to those involved in formal local business (local: farmers, business owners, tradespeople) as it is you who have the potential to benefit the most, and whose support must create the backbone of such a project. Furthermore, if a local currency is to be effective, it MUST be created with your unique interests and needs in mind; though a local currency has HUGE potential to increase economic activity among the informal economy (home bakers, casual labourers, garden-work parties, craft makers, artists etc), in order to be of most benefit to the community as a whole it must rest on a foundation of support from formal local businesses.
I will of course be giving all of the information about why local currency is potentially a good idea for Williams Lake on the 26th, but here's a quick overview of why you should be interested. After reading this list, I hope you'll see both the potential of a local currency, and the need for a varied group of collaborators who can carefully and systematically bring such a project from vision to reality.
Local Currencies are created with the intention of:
-making small scale local farming economically viable
-increasing local economic activity
-making buying local more attractive than buying multi-national
-creating local jobs-facilitating the recreation of local jobs.
In order to be as effective as possible, a local currency must:
-attract 'essential' service/product businesses as its backbone (food, clothing, energy, trades, repairs)
-provide a means of making these services as, or more, attractive than their non-local counterparts
-be well enough promoted and understood to gain ever increasing support and use from the community at large.
Local Currency is not my project, I am simply carrying it until a group of supporters is found. To that end, I look forward to seeing you at the Transition Town meeting and hearing your input on this important project! If you have any question in the meantime, please email me at codyslinn@hotmail.com and I will do my best to answer them. Thank you for your time reading this invitation!Cody Slinn, codyigk@hotmail.com
9) Please visit the Central Cariboo Arts & Culture Society for their latest newletter.
Hello Everyone,
Please visit http://socialplanningcouncil.blogspot.ca/ for updates from around the community.
1) Strategic Planning with the Social Planning Council.
This is a reminder for our Strategic Planning Session this Monday. The Agenda is simple… strategic planning. The meeting will take place over lunch at City Hall in the downstairs boardroom on March 26th from 11:30 – 1 pm. Other regular monthly business will be postponed until the following meeting (due to time constraints). You are encouraged to send your “Roundtable Updates” by email to spc-coordinator@xplornet.com for distribution through Facebook and email.
2) BC SPCA – Spay-Ghetti and No Balls fundraiser event this Saturday March 24th at CJ’s Southwestern Grill. Come out and support your local SPCA with an Italian dinner, entertainment, live & silent auction (from over 100 community supporters) and much more.
3) Here are a few updates from the Poverty Reduction Coalition…
Housing and food still out of reach for too many in BC: "Two significant reports were released this week that shine a light on the crisis of poverty we face as a province. Cost of Eating in B.C. 2011 found that healthy food is unaffordable for the poorest people in B.C. And the final Metro Vancouver Homeless Count report reveals that 2,650 people were homeless in 2011. Together, they paint a picture that shows that the basic necessities of housing and food are out of reach to many in our province.In fact, according to Cost of Eating, families and individuals on income assistance must choose between having a roof over their heads and eating nutritious food. Inadequate welfare rates mean that a family of four spends 60 per cent of its income on rent and then has only $744 each month for food, transportation, clothing and all other basic necessities. The average healthy food basket costing $868 a month is out of reach, leaving that family hungry and poorly nourished.
"Read more of this opinion editorial written by our Organizer, Trish Garner, published in The Province yesterday.
More information on food insecurity, homelessness, and the provincial budget is brought to you by the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition – visit http://bcpovertyreduction.ca/
4) Planning is underway for the Boys and Girls Club of Williams Lake and District’s newest community fundraiser, the Wii Olympics.
Classrooms at Thompson Rivers University (Williams Lake Campus) will be transformed into a fun filled gaming arena on Sunday, April 1 from 1pm until 4pm, as participants age six and up compete against each other in a series of Olympic-style events using Wii game consoles. There will be a fun non-competitive station for children under age six. Funds raised at the event will support programs for local youth.
With the popularity of Wii, we are sure this event will be a huge hit! Feel free to forward this along to your networks and contact the Boys & Girls Club for a poster.
We hope to see you there!
Isher Lehal
Operations Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of Williams Lake and District
Phone: (250) 392-5730
Fax: (250) 392-5743
Email: isher@noopa.org
www.bgcwilliamslake.com
5) My name is Cat and I work on the Welcome PG project at IMSS, Please send this along to anyone you think might be interested maybe someone in local government.
A new Welcoming & Inclusive Communities & Workplaces program which is now called Welcoming Communities and proposed to being a 5 year term of funding. The Ministry will be coming to Prince George on March 28 for a round table discussion on how the program could be developed. It is my understanding that the new program incorporates new immigrant settlement services (which means that smaller communities could leverage this funding to develop new immigrant settlement programming – if not currently available). It also invites developing ongoing community partnership that will help new immigrants integrate into our communities.
I was asked by the Ministry to share this information to centers around PG so we have a more inclusive voice at the round table which is on March 28th (here in PG) from 10 to 1 (PG specific) and 2 to 5 (smaller centers). Registration deadline is tomorrow and the form is within the attached info paper.
Please contact me if you’d like any clarification.
Cat Sivertsen, MEd
Project Manager, WelcomePG
Welcoming & Inclusive Communities & Workplaces Program
www.welcomepg.ca
6) The Council of Canadians invites you to get involved in town tomorrow for World Water Day. The Council of Canadians is on hand Friday, Mar. 23 from 2-5pm at the Food Co-op site. So please come along on Friday to further the water thoughts/ give out info!
7) Pay it Forward Day – April 26th from 8 am – 11:30 pm (in 38 countries all over the world and here in Williams Lake!)
While every day should be Pay It Forward Day, our lives are very busy. This international day reminds people to take time out of their busy days to help others without expecting anything in return.For more information, visit www.payitforwardday.com
In 2011, participants paid kindness forward all over the worlds. For this years international Pay it Forward Day (PIFD), we are amining to inspire over 3 millions acts of kindness.
What can you do?
Pay for someone’s cup of coffee, meal or train ticket
Arrange a fundraiser for a charity or cause you support
Use your unique skills or talent to help someone in need
Be creative – more ideas are at: http://bit.ly/pifideas
8) An invitation to the "local currency" talk and discussion segment at this month's Transition Town meeting, March 26th
To all residents of Williams Lake, with a special focus on local business people (farmers, business owners, tradespeople). The following invitation is from Cody Slinn, Transition Town member, and Potato House vice president. If you're reading this email, it's because someone thought you might be interested in learning about, or helping with, the creation of a local currency in Williams Lake.
I will be giving a short presentation on local currency at the next Transition Town meeting (Monday the 26th, 5-6pm at the Central Cariboo arts & Culture Society building [old fire hall - #90 4th Ave]), after which there will be time to dialogue about how to turn the local currency idea into a reality. Your help, even if only limited to your opinions about the project or the needs of your business, would be greatly appreciated. Afterwards, a working group will also be put together for the project, which you will also be welcome to join. I invite anyone who has an interest in this issue to come to the meeting, but I am extending a particular challenge to those involved in formal local business (local: farmers, business owners, tradespeople) as it is you who have the potential to benefit the most, and whose support must create the backbone of such a project. Furthermore, if a local currency is to be effective, it MUST be created with your unique interests and needs in mind; though a local currency has HUGE potential to increase economic activity among the informal economy (home bakers, casual labourers, garden-work parties, craft makers, artists etc), in order to be of most benefit to the community as a whole it must rest on a foundation of support from formal local businesses.
I will of course be giving all of the information about why local currency is potentially a good idea for Williams Lake on the 26th, but here's a quick overview of why you should be interested. After reading this list, I hope you'll see both the potential of a local currency, and the need for a varied group of collaborators who can carefully and systematically bring such a project from vision to reality.
Local Currencies are created with the intention of:
-making small scale local farming economically viable
-increasing local economic activity
-making buying local more attractive than buying multi-national
-creating local jobs-facilitating the recreation of local jobs.
In order to be as effective as possible, a local currency must:
-attract 'essential' service/product businesses as its backbone (food, clothing, energy, trades, repairs)
-provide a means of making these services as, or more, attractive than their non-local counterparts
-be well enough promoted and understood to gain ever increasing support and use from the community at large.
Local Currency is not my project, I am simply carrying it until a group of supporters is found. To that end, I look forward to seeing you at the Transition Town meeting and hearing your input on this important project! If you have any question in the meantime, please email me at codyslinn@hotmail.com and I will do my best to answer them. Thank you for your time reading this invitation!Cody Slinn, codyigk@hotmail.com
9) Please visit the Central Cariboo Arts & Culture Society for their latest newletter.
Friday, February 17, 2012
Community Updates – Feb 17, 2012
1) Dr. Martin Brokenleg’s: Creating a Positive Youth Culture: Recommended for all who work with and care for youth:
When: 9:00am - 3:00pm March 2, 2012
Location: Williams Lake Campus, Gymnasium
Time: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Cost: Free (but please register)
Dr. Martin Brokenleg consults worldwide and serves as the Dean of the Circle of Courage Institute. He holds a doctorate in psychology and is a graduate of the Episcopal Divinity School. He is an Emeritus Professor and was most recently Director of Native Ministries and Professor of Native American Theology and Ministries at the Vancouver School of Theology in Vancouver, British Columbia. For thirty years, Dr. Brokenleg was Professor of Native American studies at Augustana College of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He has also been a director of The Neighborhood Youth Corps, chaplain in a correctional setting, and has extensive experience as an alcohol counselor. Dr. Brokenleg has consulted and led training programs throughout North America, New Zealand, and South Africa. He is the father of three children and an enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe practicing the culture of his Lakota people.
Dr. Brokenleg’s topics will include:
Creating a Positive Youth Culture/Growing Your Own Kids
Mobilizing the Community
Community Talking Circle
Lunch provided for registered youth and students - RSVP Required.Child-minding for children ages 4 and up will be provided for registeredparticipants - RSVP Required. To register email eventswl@tru.ca or fax 250-392-4984. Registration Form available online at http://events.tru.ca/event/2012/dr-martin-brokenleg
2) Dr. Glen Schmidt is coming to Williams Lake on March 15th to discuss The Social Aspects of Economic Growth. This free speaker series is presented by The City of Williams Lake, The Social Planning Council and The Community Development Institute at UNBC.
Date: Thursday, March 15, 2012
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: Council Chambers, City Hall Williams Lake
Cost: Free
Poster: Attached – please print up a copy for your organization.
ABSTRACT: Dr. Glen Schmidt, Associate Professor, Acting Chair
School of Social Work, University of Northern British Columbia
The present economic downturn lends a sense of urgency and importance to encouraging growth and development. Even in good economic times one would be hard pressed to find political and community leaders opposed to new opportunities that create employment and enhance community viability. However, growth and development does not happen without social cost. The influx of workers, rapid population growth, localized inflation, pressure on infrastructure, and bifurcation factors create tension and raise issues that are not always considered as communities plan for significant growth. It is important to be aware of these costs and the potential effect on the social fabric of communities.
A professor with 17 years of experience at UNBC, Dr. Schmidt has served in various roles at the School of Social Work including: Field Director, BSW Coordinator, MSW Coordinator, and Program Chair. Glen has continued to be involved in direct practice on a part-time basis. He works primarily in the area of mental health and employee assistance. He is a Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) in the Province of British Columbia.
For information please contact:
Anne Burrill at aburrill@williamslake.ca 250-392-8480 or
Jessica Knodel at spc-coordinator@xplornet.com
3) Central Cariboo Arts & Culture Society:
BC Arts and Culture Week - Funding available:
Mark your calendars for BC Arts and Culture Week scheduled to take place from Sunday, April 22 to Saturday, April 28. Thanks to funding support from the BC Arts Council, ArtsBC will once again offer a limited number of grants to assist community and regional arts councils with their BC Arts and Culture Week initiatives. Applications are available on the ArtsBC website with a deadline of Friday, February 24, 2012.
The Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation: Cultural and Creative Arts
The Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation has provided funding to the cultural and creative arts communities of British Columbia since its inception in 1955. Eligible disciplines include: the visual arts, theatre, music, dance, festivals, heritage organizations, community arts councils, arts education, media arts, and libraries, particularly in smaller communities. Information is available on the Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation website, with a deadline of February 28, 2012.
Canadian Heritage: Building Communities through Arts and Heritage:
The Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage Program was created to help you celebrate your community, its past and its present. The Program will increase opportunities, through festivals and other events and projects, for local artists and artisans to be involved in their community and for local groups to commemorate their local history and heritage. Funding is available through three separate components: Local Festivals, Community Anniversaries and The Legacy Fund. Information is available on the Canadian Heritage website with a deadline of Sunday, April 1, 2012.
Arts in Education Council of BC Fund:
The Arts in Education Council of BC Fund offers small grants or awards to pay the fees of teachers, artists or other individuals presenting workshops, clinics or seminars designed to increase the appreciation of the arts and professional development of teachers in BC schools.
Small grants of up to $500 are awarded to organizations to assist in the presentation of professional development workshops, clinics or seminars designed to increase the appreciation of the arts for teachers in BC schools especially at the elementary level. Information is available on the ArtStarts website with deadlines of April 6 and October 5, 2012.
Canadian Heritage: Canadian Arts Presentation Fund:
The objective of the Canada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) is to give Canadians access to a variety of professional artistic experiences in their communities. The CAPF recognizes that arts presenters are key partners in achieving this objective by providing financial assistance to organizations that professionally present arts festivals or performing arts series, as well as their support organizations. Funding is available through two components: Programming Component and Development Component. Information is available on the Canadian Heritage website, with a deadline of April 30, 2012 for applicants with activities starting between April 1, 2012 and June 30, 2012.
Webinar on Audiences, Markets and Engagement in the Performing Arts
The Performing Arts Alliance is presenting an exciting webinar for performing arts managers and marketers. Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 2-3pm (ET) Presenter: Kelly Hill, President, Hill Strategies ResearchRegistration is free for members of a Performing Arts Alliance association (Canadian Dance Assembly, CAPACOA, Opera.ca, Orchestras Canada, PACT). Registration is $25.00 + HST for all other participants.
This webinar will highlight key information on performing arts audiences, marketing and engagement, with an emphasis on research findings that performing arts managers and marketers can apply to their day-to-day work in the sector. The presentation will include information about performing arts attendance, consumer spending, audience motivations and audience engagement. The goal of the session is to leave participants with relevant data that can help them increase the efficiency of their marketing, fundraising and communication endeavors, as well as inspiring participants to find new ways of reaching audiences and sponsors.
Beginner Drawing Classes
March 2, 6:30 - 8:30pm, March 3, 10am - 3pm, and March 4, 10am - 3pm at the Central Cariboo Arts Centre, Cost is $60, all proceeds to the Cariboo Arts Society, Supplies: pencil and paper - your choice
Contact: Anne Kohut, 250-392-6020 or email annekohut@live.caRegister your name before February 17th. Pay on site Friday, March 2nd (cash or cheque to Cariboo Arts Society)
After School Art Classes at the Station House Gallery
The classes run Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with two classes each day. The first class is from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm and the second is from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Classes will be taught by Instructor Rachel Walker. Topics will be exploration of color, light, and shadow, and how to "see" like an artist. For $150.00 including materials, through ten classes, students will create original paintings, working with watercolors, acrylics, charcoal, and mixed media, and even be introduced to master artists. Rachel is very flexible in regards to the ten classes, so if one is missed, it can be made up for later on - punch cards of 10 classes are $150.
Contact Diane at the Station House for more info - 250.392.6113 or diane@stationhousegallery.com
CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS:
ARTS FEST 2012 - Regional Juried Art Show - April 27, 2012 – May 25, 2012 Deadline: March 15, 2012 Application information is available on the CIRAC website
COMMUNITY ROOTS: Inspirations from the Potato House
Submit your artwork inspired by 49 Borland Street in Williams Lake and the past, present, and future of the Potato House Project. Selected artworks will be exhibited at the Station House Gallery from July 6 - September 1, 2012. Deadline: May 31, 2012 Application forms are available on the Potato House Project website.
Call for Exhibition Proposals for 2013
The Station House Gallery is seeking submissions (individuals or groups) to submit proposals for the 2013 exhibition year. Deadline: August 31, 2012. More information is available on the Station House Gallery website.
OTHER NEWS: Amendments to the BC Society Act
The BC Society Act outlines the rules that govern BC's more than 26,000 societies. As defined by the province, the Act is the statute that provides "rules for the registration and corporate governance of not-for-profit entities." The BC Government has proposed amendments which could affect your organization, and is offering two in-person sessions (Vancouver and Victoria) and one 'virtual' session. These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the proposed amendments from Ministry of Finance officials, and help you to consider the comments you may wish to send to the Ministry of Finance by their submission deadline of April 30, 2012. Ministry of Finance policy and legislation specialists will be available to answer questions. Virtual - Conference Call: Thursday, February 16th from 2pm - 4pm (contact the CCACS)
Send written feedback by April 30th, in electronic form to Ministry of Finance via fcsp@gov.bc.ca with "Comments - Society Act Discussion Paper" in the subject line of your email. If you wish to send comments in paper format, please direct them to: Finance and Corporate Sector Policy Branch, Ministry of Finance, PO Box 9418 Stn Prov Govt, Victoria, BC V8W 9V1
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1) Dr. Martin Brokenleg’s: Creating a Positive Youth Culture: Recommended for all who work with and care for youth:
When: 9:00am - 3:00pm March 2, 2012
Location: Williams Lake Campus, Gymnasium
Time: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Cost: Free (but please register)
Dr. Martin Brokenleg consults worldwide and serves as the Dean of the Circle of Courage Institute. He holds a doctorate in psychology and is a graduate of the Episcopal Divinity School. He is an Emeritus Professor and was most recently Director of Native Ministries and Professor of Native American Theology and Ministries at the Vancouver School of Theology in Vancouver, British Columbia. For thirty years, Dr. Brokenleg was Professor of Native American studies at Augustana College of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He has also been a director of The Neighborhood Youth Corps, chaplain in a correctional setting, and has extensive experience as an alcohol counselor. Dr. Brokenleg has consulted and led training programs throughout North America, New Zealand, and South Africa. He is the father of three children and an enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe practicing the culture of his Lakota people.
Dr. Brokenleg’s topics will include:
Creating a Positive Youth Culture/Growing Your Own Kids
Mobilizing the Community
Community Talking Circle
Lunch provided for registered youth and students - RSVP Required.Child-minding for children ages 4 and up will be provided for registeredparticipants - RSVP Required. To register email eventswl@tru.ca or fax 250-392-4984. Registration Form available online at http://events.tru.ca/event/2012/dr-martin-brokenleg
2) Dr. Glen Schmidt is coming to Williams Lake on March 15th to discuss The Social Aspects of Economic Growth. This free speaker series is presented by The City of Williams Lake, The Social Planning Council and The Community Development Institute at UNBC.
Date: Thursday, March 15, 2012
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: Council Chambers, City Hall Williams Lake
Cost: Free
Poster: Attached – please print up a copy for your organization.
ABSTRACT: Dr. Glen Schmidt, Associate Professor, Acting Chair
School of Social Work, University of Northern British Columbia
The present economic downturn lends a sense of urgency and importance to encouraging growth and development. Even in good economic times one would be hard pressed to find political and community leaders opposed to new opportunities that create employment and enhance community viability. However, growth and development does not happen without social cost. The influx of workers, rapid population growth, localized inflation, pressure on infrastructure, and bifurcation factors create tension and raise issues that are not always considered as communities plan for significant growth. It is important to be aware of these costs and the potential effect on the social fabric of communities.
A professor with 17 years of experience at UNBC, Dr. Schmidt has served in various roles at the School of Social Work including: Field Director, BSW Coordinator, MSW Coordinator, and Program Chair. Glen has continued to be involved in direct practice on a part-time basis. He works primarily in the area of mental health and employee assistance. He is a Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) in the Province of British Columbia.
For information please contact:
Anne Burrill at aburrill@williamslake.ca 250-392-8480 or
Jessica Knodel at spc-coordinator@xplornet.com
3) Central Cariboo Arts & Culture Society:
BC Arts and Culture Week - Funding available:
Mark your calendars for BC Arts and Culture Week scheduled to take place from Sunday, April 22 to Saturday, April 28. Thanks to funding support from the BC Arts Council, ArtsBC will once again offer a limited number of grants to assist community and regional arts councils with their BC Arts and Culture Week initiatives. Applications are available on the ArtsBC website with a deadline of Friday, February 24, 2012.
The Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation: Cultural and Creative Arts
The Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation has provided funding to the cultural and creative arts communities of British Columbia since its inception in 1955. Eligible disciplines include: the visual arts, theatre, music, dance, festivals, heritage organizations, community arts councils, arts education, media arts, and libraries, particularly in smaller communities. Information is available on the Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation website, with a deadline of February 28, 2012.
Canadian Heritage: Building Communities through Arts and Heritage:
The Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage Program was created to help you celebrate your community, its past and its present. The Program will increase opportunities, through festivals and other events and projects, for local artists and artisans to be involved in their community and for local groups to commemorate their local history and heritage. Funding is available through three separate components: Local Festivals, Community Anniversaries and The Legacy Fund. Information is available on the Canadian Heritage website with a deadline of Sunday, April 1, 2012.
Arts in Education Council of BC Fund:
The Arts in Education Council of BC Fund offers small grants or awards to pay the fees of teachers, artists or other individuals presenting workshops, clinics or seminars designed to increase the appreciation of the arts and professional development of teachers in BC schools.
Small grants of up to $500 are awarded to organizations to assist in the presentation of professional development workshops, clinics or seminars designed to increase the appreciation of the arts for teachers in BC schools especially at the elementary level. Information is available on the ArtStarts website with deadlines of April 6 and October 5, 2012.
Canadian Heritage: Canadian Arts Presentation Fund:
The objective of the Canada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) is to give Canadians access to a variety of professional artistic experiences in their communities. The CAPF recognizes that arts presenters are key partners in achieving this objective by providing financial assistance to organizations that professionally present arts festivals or performing arts series, as well as their support organizations. Funding is available through two components: Programming Component and Development Component. Information is available on the Canadian Heritage website, with a deadline of April 30, 2012 for applicants with activities starting between April 1, 2012 and June 30, 2012.
Webinar on Audiences, Markets and Engagement in the Performing Arts
The Performing Arts Alliance is presenting an exciting webinar for performing arts managers and marketers. Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 2-3pm (ET) Presenter: Kelly Hill, President, Hill Strategies ResearchRegistration is free for members of a Performing Arts Alliance association (Canadian Dance Assembly, CAPACOA, Opera.ca, Orchestras Canada, PACT). Registration is $25.00 + HST for all other participants.
This webinar will highlight key information on performing arts audiences, marketing and engagement, with an emphasis on research findings that performing arts managers and marketers can apply to their day-to-day work in the sector. The presentation will include information about performing arts attendance, consumer spending, audience motivations and audience engagement. The goal of the session is to leave participants with relevant data that can help them increase the efficiency of their marketing, fundraising and communication endeavors, as well as inspiring participants to find new ways of reaching audiences and sponsors.
Beginner Drawing Classes
March 2, 6:30 - 8:30pm, March 3, 10am - 3pm, and March 4, 10am - 3pm at the Central Cariboo Arts Centre, Cost is $60, all proceeds to the Cariboo Arts Society, Supplies: pencil and paper - your choice
Contact: Anne Kohut, 250-392-6020 or email annekohut@live.caRegister your name before February 17th. Pay on site Friday, March 2nd (cash or cheque to Cariboo Arts Society)
After School Art Classes at the Station House Gallery
The classes run Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with two classes each day. The first class is from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm and the second is from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Classes will be taught by Instructor Rachel Walker. Topics will be exploration of color, light, and shadow, and how to "see" like an artist. For $150.00 including materials, through ten classes, students will create original paintings, working with watercolors, acrylics, charcoal, and mixed media, and even be introduced to master artists. Rachel is very flexible in regards to the ten classes, so if one is missed, it can be made up for later on - punch cards of 10 classes are $150.
Contact Diane at the Station House for more info - 250.392.6113 or diane@stationhousegallery.com
CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS:
ARTS FEST 2012 - Regional Juried Art Show - April 27, 2012 – May 25, 2012 Deadline: March 15, 2012 Application information is available on the CIRAC website
COMMUNITY ROOTS: Inspirations from the Potato House
Submit your artwork inspired by 49 Borland Street in Williams Lake and the past, present, and future of the Potato House Project. Selected artworks will be exhibited at the Station House Gallery from July 6 - September 1, 2012. Deadline: May 31, 2012 Application forms are available on the Potato House Project website.
Call for Exhibition Proposals for 2013
The Station House Gallery is seeking submissions (individuals or groups) to submit proposals for the 2013 exhibition year. Deadline: August 31, 2012. More information is available on the Station House Gallery website.
OTHER NEWS: Amendments to the BC Society Act
The BC Society Act outlines the rules that govern BC's more than 26,000 societies. As defined by the province, the Act is the statute that provides "rules for the registration and corporate governance of not-for-profit entities." The BC Government has proposed amendments which could affect your organization, and is offering two in-person sessions (Vancouver and Victoria) and one 'virtual' session. These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the proposed amendments from Ministry of Finance officials, and help you to consider the comments you may wish to send to the Ministry of Finance by their submission deadline of April 30, 2012. Ministry of Finance policy and legislation specialists will be available to answer questions. Virtual - Conference Call: Thursday, February 16th from 2pm - 4pm (contact the CCACS)
Send written feedback by April 30th, in electronic form to Ministry of Finance via fcsp@gov.bc.ca with "Comments - Society Act Discussion Paper" in the subject line of your email. If you wish to send comments in paper format, please direct them to: Finance and Corporate Sector Policy Branch, Ministry of Finance, PO Box 9418 Stn Prov Govt, Victoria, BC V8W 9V1
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Friday, February 3, 2012
Community Updates - Feb 3, 2012
Presentation March 15th with the Social Planning Council & City of Williams Lake:
Save the date… Glen Schmidt from UNBC is coming to Williams Lake on Mar 15 from 6 – 8 pm to present “The Social Aspects of Rapid Economic Growth”. This presentation describes how inextricable linked economic growth and social development are. Everyone is invited and his presentation is brought to you for free by the Social Planning Council and the City of Williams Lake. More information will be sent out shortly.
Womens Contact Society:
Womens Conference - The Womens Contact Society in partnership with TRU is hosting a Womens Conference at TRU on Saturday Mar 10 from 8 – 4:30 pm. The focus of this particular conference is for women who own homebased businesses and how to run them most effectively. Some topics include dealing with difficult people, personal budgeting, women and leadership, stress managements and marketing strategies. There is also a keynote speaker discussing women and stress. The cost is $50/person (with subsidies available for those with limited incomes) and includes lunch and child minding . If you register by Feb 20th you get an early bird price. Please contact the Womens Contact Society for more information.
International Womens Day - On March 9th the Womens Contact Society is hosting their annual dinner to celebrate. This dinner is taking place at TRU and you can get more information by calling the Womens Contact Society.
“Set for Success” is a new Program which provides professional clothing for women looking to join the workforce. This program is donation based and there are lots of clothing already available. If you know someone who could use this program, please tell them about it.
On Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at the Salvation Army there is a Womens only fitness program with Ellen Paynton and is free of charge.
On the last Tuesday of each month there is a monthly womens get -together that is free of charge and child minding is provided.
Emotional Health Day lunch is on Feb 7th from 12 – 1 pm at the Contact Society.
The Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy:
The “reach a reader” campaign - was a successful event that raised over $1500 – thank-you to everyone who participated.
The first Aboriginal Empowerment Gathering was a well attended and successful event. To learn about future gatherings please contact Janette Moller at 250-392-8161 partnerassistedlearning@gmail.com or June Striegler 250-392-8130 jstriegler@shaw.ca
Family Fest 2012 is this Sunday Feb 5th from 10 am – 2 pm at Marie Sharpe School Gym. This community event is put on by Success By 6 and the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy to celebrate families and supporting lifelong literacy. These events are free and everyone is welcome. There will be games, crafts and puppets, face painting, balloons, storytelling, bookwalk, book swap, door prizes and more. Snacks and drinks provided.
Council of Canadians Next Meeting – Friday Feb 3rd at 10 am (today)
The venue for the Council of Canadian's meeting with David Williams from Friends of Nemiah (a strategizing session regarding Prosperity Mines proposal ) has been changed from the library to the TNG board room at 253 4th Ave. N. Visit http://www.williamslakecouncilofcanadians.ca/CofC/Home.html for more information.
Enterprising Non-Profits Workshop with the United Way
United Way and the City of Kamloops are co-hosting a FREE workshop on Tuesday, March 27th from 9-4:30pm on Enterprising Non-Profits (ENP). Please see the attached poster. You will need to register with ENP – see link on poster. There are only 35 spots so register soon. Please contact Danalee Coates for more information at danalee@unitedwaytnc.ca or call 250-372-9933.
Salvation Army Family Services Update: by Claudine Kadonaga
The Addictions Program at the Salvation Army is starting; two counselors hired for February St and program development under way. The first intensive 60 day rotation is slated to commence April St and will have space for twelve to fifteen clients. For the first year (during the development stage) the Intensive Addictions Day Program will have no client user fees, and will operate Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 PM with some evening and weekend supports.
The Outpatient Addictions Day Program is a holistic treatment for drug and alcohol dependency and includes; Psycho-educational programming & group , One-to-one counseling, Spiritual Development, Volunteer Component, Fitness Component, Creative Arts Component, Peer interaction. Clients can be self referred or sent to us through other agencies. An intake appointment will be made and assessment and treatment plan drawn. Client will either be admitted into the Out Patient Day Program or referred to a residential treatment program.
The Fitness Room is open to anyone free of charge Monday to Friday during regular drop-in hours. Fitness instructor Ellen Painting teaches Yoga and Strength classes Tuesday and Thursday 10:30 AM. We are looking for other instructors who would be willing to donate one hour a week to offer group classes in Aerobics, self defense, etc. We will be hiring Ellen to teach a group instructor's course to any volunteers who will then donate time to teach classes.
Renovations of building to meet the BC Building code was completed this weekend.... Funds for the Kitchen renovation have been secured and we hope to have a fully commercial kitchen before the summer.
An entry Level 'Kitchen Prep' course will be offered free of charge to clients. Four spaces available each month and is operated through the Soup Kitchen. The course will run for four weeks and students will be taught food safe, receive instruction and hands-on experience in the use of small and large commercial kitchen appliances, develop dependability and good work ethics. Upon successful completion of the one month training, participants will receive a certificate of completion and a letter of reference that can be utilized when applying for a job in the food industry.
TRUE has been approached regarding a partnership for education operating out of the newly renovated commercial kitchen in the fall. Possibilities are Camp Cook course, Chef's course, or a full Culinary Arts program where students prepare a four course meal and then offer the public the opportunity of an evening of fancy dining.
The Food Bank is well stocked through the generous donations of the public. We also have received three shipments from the Canada Food Bank Association. We have a surplus and currently have a skid of each: Diapers, Formula, Life Style Cookies, and Crackers: Plus boxes of Bran Muffin Mix, Chocolates, and Teddy Grahms. The Food Bank would like to share with any agency that can utilize or distribute these products. Also available are paper towels and bleach for any agency that could use these in their facility. Please call Sabrina at 250-392-2423 to place an order. She will assemble the product and have it ready for pick up when requested. If you are interested, please let us know as soon as possible. The excess product is currently sitting in the kitchen, the area that will soon become the new walk-in Freezer/Fridge. For more information please email claudine_kadonaga@can.salvationarmy.org.
Boys and Girls Club:
It’s time for our Annual General Meeting and Celebration. As always, our AGM’s dispense with the “business” aspects quickly so that we can quickly move along to the celebration of our year. This year, we will be acknowledging our appreciation to the many youth and adult volunteers who are key to the fabric of our organization. The AGM is on Feb 15th at 5:30 pm (light dinner included). Please RSVP (so we make sure we have enough food! ) to: isher@noopa.org or call 250-392-5730.Thank you, and we hope to see you, Monica Johnson
Full day Programming - There is space available for full day programs for non-instructional teaching days this school year. The goal is to provide an extended learning opportunity and exposure to new and fun activities. Please contact the Club for more information.
Healthy Choices Healthy Food – There will soon be opportunities at the Club for youth to learn about food and nutrition and how to cook these foods up. Bryce from New World Café comes and teaches cooking classes!
Mobile Medical Clinic – Progress has been made towards converting the old Noopa bus into an operational mobile medical clinic for the community. More details will be forwarded as this project progresses.
The Latest from BC Statistics:
The latest report on the Inequality Gap from BC Stats is attached for you to read & distribute.
Child Development Centre:
The Child Development Centre provides no-cost infant massage classes and pelvic floor training sessions. Registration is required and please bring 2 bath towels and extra diapers. These classes are taking place on the following Tuesdays Feb 7, 14, 21, and 28th 2012 from 10:30 – 11:30 am at 540 Borland Street (3rd floor). Contact the Public Health office at 250-305-5000 for more info or to register.
The Skills Plus Program at TRU:
This program has received funding to continue their skills building program. There is space available in this program which will focus on basic computer training and has time schedules designed to fit around those will full time employment including the mines. This is a 65 hour program and for more information please contact Betty Turatus at bturatus@tru.ca
Save the date… Glen Schmidt from UNBC is coming to Williams Lake on Mar 15 from 6 – 8 pm to present “The Social Aspects of Rapid Economic Growth”. This presentation describes how inextricable linked economic growth and social development are. Everyone is invited and his presentation is brought to you for free by the Social Planning Council and the City of Williams Lake. More information will be sent out shortly.
Womens Contact Society:
Womens Conference - The Womens Contact Society in partnership with TRU is hosting a Womens Conference at TRU on Saturday Mar 10 from 8 – 4:30 pm. The focus of this particular conference is for women who own homebased businesses and how to run them most effectively. Some topics include dealing with difficult people, personal budgeting, women and leadership, stress managements and marketing strategies. There is also a keynote speaker discussing women and stress. The cost is $50/person (with subsidies available for those with limited incomes) and includes lunch and child minding . If you register by Feb 20th you get an early bird price. Please contact the Womens Contact Society for more information.
International Womens Day - On March 9th the Womens Contact Society is hosting their annual dinner to celebrate. This dinner is taking place at TRU and you can get more information by calling the Womens Contact Society.
“Set for Success” is a new Program which provides professional clothing for women looking to join the workforce. This program is donation based and there are lots of clothing already available. If you know someone who could use this program, please tell them about it.
On Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at the Salvation Army there is a Womens only fitness program with Ellen Paynton and is free of charge.
On the last Tuesday of each month there is a monthly womens get -together that is free of charge and child minding is provided.
Emotional Health Day lunch is on Feb 7th from 12 – 1 pm at the Contact Society.
The Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy:
The “reach a reader” campaign - was a successful event that raised over $1500 – thank-you to everyone who participated.
The first Aboriginal Empowerment Gathering was a well attended and successful event. To learn about future gatherings please contact Janette Moller at 250-392-8161 partnerassistedlearning@gmail.com or June Striegler 250-392-8130 jstriegler@shaw.ca
Family Fest 2012 is this Sunday Feb 5th from 10 am – 2 pm at Marie Sharpe School Gym. This community event is put on by Success By 6 and the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy to celebrate families and supporting lifelong literacy. These events are free and everyone is welcome. There will be games, crafts and puppets, face painting, balloons, storytelling, bookwalk, book swap, door prizes and more. Snacks and drinks provided.
Council of Canadians Next Meeting – Friday Feb 3rd at 10 am (today)
The venue for the Council of Canadian's meeting with David Williams from Friends of Nemiah (a strategizing session regarding Prosperity Mines proposal ) has been changed from the library to the TNG board room at 253 4th Ave. N. Visit http://www.williamslakecouncilofcanadians.ca/CofC/Home.html for more information.
Enterprising Non-Profits Workshop with the United Way
United Way and the City of Kamloops are co-hosting a FREE workshop on Tuesday, March 27th from 9-4:30pm on Enterprising Non-Profits (ENP). Please see the attached poster. You will need to register with ENP – see link on poster. There are only 35 spots so register soon. Please contact Danalee Coates for more information at danalee@unitedwaytnc.ca or call 250-372-9933.
Salvation Army Family Services Update: by Claudine Kadonaga
The Addictions Program at the Salvation Army is starting; two counselors hired for February St and program development under way. The first intensive 60 day rotation is slated to commence April St and will have space for twelve to fifteen clients. For the first year (during the development stage) the Intensive Addictions Day Program will have no client user fees, and will operate Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 PM with some evening and weekend supports.
The Outpatient Addictions Day Program is a holistic treatment for drug and alcohol dependency and includes; Psycho-educational programming & group , One-to-one counseling, Spiritual Development, Volunteer Component, Fitness Component, Creative Arts Component, Peer interaction. Clients can be self referred or sent to us through other agencies. An intake appointment will be made and assessment and treatment plan drawn. Client will either be admitted into the Out Patient Day Program or referred to a residential treatment program.
The Fitness Room is open to anyone free of charge Monday to Friday during regular drop-in hours. Fitness instructor Ellen Painting teaches Yoga and Strength classes Tuesday and Thursday 10:30 AM. We are looking for other instructors who would be willing to donate one hour a week to offer group classes in Aerobics, self defense, etc. We will be hiring Ellen to teach a group instructor's course to any volunteers who will then donate time to teach classes.
Renovations of building to meet the BC Building code was completed this weekend.... Funds for the Kitchen renovation have been secured and we hope to have a fully commercial kitchen before the summer.
An entry Level 'Kitchen Prep' course will be offered free of charge to clients. Four spaces available each month and is operated through the Soup Kitchen. The course will run for four weeks and students will be taught food safe, receive instruction and hands-on experience in the use of small and large commercial kitchen appliances, develop dependability and good work ethics. Upon successful completion of the one month training, participants will receive a certificate of completion and a letter of reference that can be utilized when applying for a job in the food industry.
TRUE has been approached regarding a partnership for education operating out of the newly renovated commercial kitchen in the fall. Possibilities are Camp Cook course, Chef's course, or a full Culinary Arts program where students prepare a four course meal and then offer the public the opportunity of an evening of fancy dining.
The Food Bank is well stocked through the generous donations of the public. We also have received three shipments from the Canada Food Bank Association. We have a surplus and currently have a skid of each: Diapers, Formula, Life Style Cookies, and Crackers: Plus boxes of Bran Muffin Mix, Chocolates, and Teddy Grahms. The Food Bank would like to share with any agency that can utilize or distribute these products. Also available are paper towels and bleach for any agency that could use these in their facility. Please call Sabrina at 250-392-2423 to place an order. She will assemble the product and have it ready for pick up when requested. If you are interested, please let us know as soon as possible. The excess product is currently sitting in the kitchen, the area that will soon become the new walk-in Freezer/Fridge. For more information please email claudine_kadonaga@can.salvationarmy.org.
Boys and Girls Club:
It’s time for our Annual General Meeting and Celebration. As always, our AGM’s dispense with the “business” aspects quickly so that we can quickly move along to the celebration of our year. This year, we will be acknowledging our appreciation to the many youth and adult volunteers who are key to the fabric of our organization. The AGM is on Feb 15th at 5:30 pm (light dinner included). Please RSVP (so we make sure we have enough food! ) to: isher@noopa.org or call 250-392-5730.Thank you, and we hope to see you, Monica Johnson
Full day Programming - There is space available for full day programs for non-instructional teaching days this school year. The goal is to provide an extended learning opportunity and exposure to new and fun activities. Please contact the Club for more information.
Healthy Choices Healthy Food – There will soon be opportunities at the Club for youth to learn about food and nutrition and how to cook these foods up. Bryce from New World Café comes and teaches cooking classes!
Mobile Medical Clinic – Progress has been made towards converting the old Noopa bus into an operational mobile medical clinic for the community. More details will be forwarded as this project progresses.
The Latest from BC Statistics:
The latest report on the Inequality Gap from BC Stats is attached for you to read & distribute.
Child Development Centre:
The Child Development Centre provides no-cost infant massage classes and pelvic floor training sessions. Registration is required and please bring 2 bath towels and extra diapers. These classes are taking place on the following Tuesdays Feb 7, 14, 21, and 28th 2012 from 10:30 – 11:30 am at 540 Borland Street (3rd floor). Contact the Public Health office at 250-305-5000 for more info or to register.
The Skills Plus Program at TRU:
This program has received funding to continue their skills building program. There is space available in this program which will focus on basic computer training and has time schedules designed to fit around those will full time employment including the mines. This is a 65 hour program and for more information please contact Betty Turatus at bturatus@tru.ca
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