September 27, 2011
To wrap-up the Do the Math campaign, we hope you’ll join us at a Town Hall Meeting and MPP Candidates Food Policy Discussion.
- Tues, Sept 27, 2011 – 6:30 to 9:30 pm
- 6:30 to 7:45 – Hear from the Do the Math challengers about their experiences.
- 7:45 to 8:15– break (light, local snacks to be served)
- 8:15 to 9:30 – Guelph MPP candidates will discuss food security and other food policy issues.
- Guelph Youth Music Centre, 75 Cardigan St., Guelph (map)
The Guelph & Wellington Task Force for Poverty Elimination and the Guelph-Wellington Food Round Table are co-hosting the evening. Childcare and transportation assistance is available. Please arrange in advance by calling 519-821-0571 x 29.
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September 20, 2011
The Ontario Provincial Police is partnering with the County of Wellington and the Township of Centre Wellington to host the Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop. This workshop is a powerful tool for change, reaching out to service providers and businesses who daily work connects with the lives of people in poverty.
September 20th
8am to 4pm
Elora Community Centre Hall, 29 David St., Elora
Topics covered in this workshop include:
- Redesigning programs to better serve people in poverty
- Building skill sets for management to help guide employees
- Upgrading training for front-line staff
- Improving treatment outcomes in healthcare and behavioural healthcare
A detailed description of the seminar can be found can be found at: http://www.bridgesoutofpoverty.com/Seminars.html
To register:
- Send the seminar registration form (download here) to Kim Courts at kimc@wellington.ca by September 9th.
- The registration fee is $40 and includes a workbook, lunch and morning and afternoon snacks.
September 14, 2011
211, a province-wide information and referral telephone hotline, makes it’s official start in Guelph & Wellington next week.
Community members are welcome to attend the launch, held as part of the 2011 United Way fundraising campaign kick-off. The event takes place Wed, Sept 14 — 8 to 9 am — City Hall, Guelph.
211=24/7 access to community and social services info
211 is your first stop for information about child care, language classes, job searches, housing, emergency shelters, services for persons with disabilities, home support, legal assistance, financial assistance, and much more. When you dial the 211 hotline you are connected with a Certified Information and Referral Specialist who has been trained to assess your needs, answer your questions accurately, and advise you about the services and programs that are best for you and your loved ones. Information is also available online at 211Ontario.ca.
July 18, 2011
The provincial election is coming! Have your voice heard!
Join us to learn how you can have your voice heard to make an impact in the upcoming election.
Monday July 18th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Shelldale Centre
Please RSVP gwpoverty@gmail.com or 519-821-0571 x.29.
Reimbursement for childcare costs is available, but must be arranged in advance.
Please indicate childcare needs when you RSVP.
Snacks and bus tickets will be provided.
Community Voices is a group made up of people experiencing economic hardship. They meet to share information and work together for solutions. Everyone is invited to attend.
July 12, 2011
Find out more about Wyndham House’s STEPS (Support Through Engagement, Programming & Sport) program, which offers free recreational opportunities to marginalized and at-risk youth in our community.
July 12, 2011 — 10 to 11 am
City Hall Galleria, 1 Carden St., Guelph, ON
Guelph MPP Liz Sandals will announce the Ministry of Health Promotion and Sport’s support of the STEPS Program.
- Mayor Karen Farbridge will welcome the STEPS program to our community.
- Learn more about the program from STEPS Youth Recreational Coordinator Eric Pool.
- Meet with community partners already supporting this new and innovative program.
- Find out how you can get involved.
Coffee and tea will be provided.
