HRM Volunteer Services is offering the following workshops free to people who volunteer in the community. Please pass along the information to any contacts or networks you deem appropriate. To register, email hrmvolunteerservices@halifax.ca or call 490-1946
Community Art Workshop
March 15. 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Bloomfield Centre, Room 201
Turn your neighbourhood into a creative and inviting space. This workshop will discuss tools and techniques to mobile your community using community art.
Effective Meetings: How to Invigorate and Energize
March 23. 6:30 – 8:30pm
Bloomfield Centre Room 201
Imagine if meetings were more exciting than going to the movies for two hours. Using Lenconi’s book, Death by Meeting, as a backdrop we’ll look at how to have productive meetings where people leave more energized than when they came. Topics include the chair’s role, team building, decision making, mining for conflict and having different meetings for different purposes. Rules of order will not be discussed.
Volunteer Trends
April 4. 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Location TBA
Learn about how volunteering is changing and the state of the voluntary sector. We will discuss how to use these trends affect organizations and to better recruit new volunteers.
Strategic Planning
April 13. 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Bloomfield Centre Room 201
A Strategic Plan sets the direction of an organization for the next year or two. All important decisions are based on the plan. Learn the importance of strategic planning, how to create a plan, tips and how to implement once complete.
For more information go to: http://www.halifax.ca/volunteerservices/Workshops.html
Monday, February 28, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Move More: A recreation program for seniors
Move More is an 8 week recreation program that combines interactive presentations and discussions on health related topics with fun opportunities to sample a variety of physical activities. Iimprove your health and physical well being!
Where: Northwood Community Centre
When: February 28 - April 18, 2011
Time: 1:00 0 2:30 pm
Registration fee is $10.00 For more information call 454-3351. Move More is a program of Recreation Nova Scotia.
Where: Northwood Community Centre
When: February 28 - April 18, 2011
Time: 1:00 0 2:30 pm
Registration fee is $10.00 For more information call 454-3351. Move More is a program of Recreation Nova Scotia.
Monday, February 21, 2011
The Future of Mental Health Care
Public Mental Health Forum: “The Future of Mental Health Care”
Monday, March 7th from 1:00pm – 4:30pm
Halifax Forum
Bingo Hall Entrance/ Almon Street entrance
2901 Windsor Street, Halifax
Presentations By:
Halifax area: 424-0143
Monday, March 7th from 1:00pm – 4:30pm
Halifax Forum
Bingo Hall Entrance/ Almon Street entrance
2901 Windsor Street, Halifax
Everyone Welcome - Free Admission - Registration Not Required
Co-Sponsored By: Dalhousie Department of Psychiatry and the Mental Health Coalition of Nova Scotia
Presentations By:
- Louise Bradley, CEO, Mental Health Commission of Canada
- Dr. Michael Ungar, Co-Chair, Mental Health Strategy Advisory Committee &
- Terry Taylor, Special Projects Manager, NS Health Research Foundation
- Dr. Nick Delva, Head & District Chief, Dalhousie Department of Psychiatry/ Co-Lead, CDHA Mental Health Program &
- Maureen Wheller, Senior Communications Advisor, CDHA Mental Health Program
- Dr. Sharon Clark, Psychologist, IWK Mental Health & Addictions Program/ IWK Strategic Planning Working Group Member
For More Information Contact:
mhcns@ns.aliantzinc.ca
toll-free: 1-888-963-3434mhcns@ns.aliantzinc.ca
Halifax area: 424-0143
Friday, February 18, 2011
Get ready for Bike Week 2011!
Yes, it’s that time already - time to think about Bike Week 2011, May 27-June 5. I know that you/your group might be interested in taking part in Bike Week (again) this year. Last year, Bike Week attracted more than 4500 people to over 30 events around HRM - we’re hoping to make this year’s Bike Week even bigger with your help.
If you have/your group has an idea for an event, you can register online at www.halifax.ca/bikeweek. If you submit your registration form by February 28th, you may qualify to receive up to $250 to support your event and you will ensure your place in all HRM advertising. You can contact Lauralee Sim (siml@halifax.ca, 490-3665) or Nora Dickson, Active Living Coordinator - HRM (dicksnr@halifax.ca ) for more details or assistance with event registration.
If you have/your group has an idea for an event, you can register online at www.halifax.ca/bikeweek. If you submit your registration form by February 28th, you may qualify to receive up to $250 to support your event and you will ensure your place in all HRM advertising. You can contact Lauralee Sim (siml@halifax.ca, 490-3665) or Nora Dickson, Active Living Coordinator - HRM (dicksnr@halifax.ca ) for more details or assistance with event registration.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Heart and Stroke Walkabout Walkability Award
Heart and Stroke annouces the first inaugural Heart&Stroke WalkaboutTM Walkability Award! The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia Walkabout program is a comprehensive approach to getting more Nova Scotians walking more often.
The Heart&Stroke WalkaboutTM recognizes in order for people to feel safe and interested in walking that we must create walkable communities. We want to acknowledge those communities, schools, workplaces and public institutions that have taken steps to create improve the walkability of their communities.
What is walkable:
Deadline for submissions is March 15th and award winners will be announced on April 4, 2011.
For more information on making your community more walkable please see our Shaping Healthy, Active Communities toolkit and workshops at www.walkaboutns.ca/takeaction/resources.
Please email walkabout@heartandstroke.ns.ca if you have any questions.
The Heart&Stroke WalkaboutTM recognizes in order for people to feel safe and interested in walking that we must create walkable communities. We want to acknowledge those communities, schools, workplaces and public institutions that have taken steps to create improve the walkability of their communities.
What is walkable:
- Benches
- Well-marked Routes
- Public Art
- Connected Trails
- Shaded
- Connecting where we live, work and play
- Accessible
- Engaging sidewalks
- Safe Staircases
- Walking meetings
- Connected to other transportation modes
- Population density
- Active transportation
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
We’re looking for great ideas!
Halifax Community Health Board is accepting applications to the Community Development Fund from qualified nonprofit and community based organizations.
Project funding for 2011 will focus on the following three priority areas from Our Healthy Future: A Community Health Plan for 2010-2013.
• Health inequities
• Mental health
• Sense of belonging
Halifax Community Health Board serves residents of Halifax peninsula and Fairview. Projects must take place in and serve residents of our area. Grants of up to $5,000 are available.
To find out more about funding criteria and to discuss your idea, please contact Susan Dunn at 487-0592 or susan.dunn@cdha.nshealth.ca
Deadline for applications is 4:30 pm on Friday, April 15, 2011.
http://www.cdha.nshealth.ca/default.aspx?Page=SubPage&category.Categories.1=660¢erContent.Id.0=33766
Project funding for 2011 will focus on the following three priority areas from Our Healthy Future: A Community Health Plan for 2010-2013.
• Health inequities
• Mental health
• Sense of belonging
Halifax Community Health Board serves residents of Halifax peninsula and Fairview. Projects must take place in and serve residents of our area. Grants of up to $5,000 are available.
To find out more about funding criteria and to discuss your idea, please contact Susan Dunn at 487-0592 or susan.dunn@cdha.nshealth.ca
Deadline for applications is 4:30 pm on Friday, April 15, 2011.
http://www.cdha.nshealth.ca/default.aspx?Page=SubPage&category.Categories.1=660¢erContent.Id.0=33766
Bicycle Master Plan Public Engagement Continues
Public Engagement Session #2
Network & Route Design
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Working session: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Dalhousie Student Union Building,
Room 303, 6136 University Avenue
Dalhousie University, Saint Mary’s University,
Capital Health and the IWK Health Centre are working together to advance their sustainability goals through the development of a Bikeways Plan for the Urban Halifax Institutional District.The District, encompassing the lands controlled by all four institutions on the Halifax Peninsula,is a major regional destination for staff, students and visitors. There is great potential to shift a significant number of commuter trips from cars to bicycles through investment in improved bicycle infrastructure and facilities.
There are a range of initiatives currently underway on the peninsula that highlight the interest in and potential for cycling as a transportation choice. There is a need, however, to think strategically about how the four institutions can work with other partners and government to improve the quality of facilities, services and infrastructure for cyclists.
Over the next three months, planners with Dalhousie’s Cities & Environment Unit will be working with the four institutions and the community at large to develop the Bikeways Plan. Building on existing plans and policy, such as HRM’s Active Transportation Function Plan, we will engage staff, students, visitors and community members in establishing a bold vision for the future of cycling in the District, and prioritizing investments in new infrastructure and facilities. The newly formed Bicycle Action Committee (BAC) will guide the process.
Please join us at the public sessions to share your ideas, or provide your input to:
Cities & Environment Unit
902.494.8494
ceu@dal.ca
http://www.ceunit.dal.ca/
or follow the project at:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/
DalhousieOfficeOfSustainability
http://blogs.dal.ca/sustainabilitynew
Network & Route Design
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Working session: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Dalhousie Student Union Building,
Room 303, 6136 University Avenue
Dalhousie University, Saint Mary’s University,
Capital Health and the IWK Health Centre are working together to advance their sustainability goals through the development of a Bikeways Plan for the Urban Halifax Institutional District.The District, encompassing the lands controlled by all four institutions on the Halifax Peninsula,is a major regional destination for staff, students and visitors. There is great potential to shift a significant number of commuter trips from cars to bicycles through investment in improved bicycle infrastructure and facilities.
There are a range of initiatives currently underway on the peninsula that highlight the interest in and potential for cycling as a transportation choice. There is a need, however, to think strategically about how the four institutions can work with other partners and government to improve the quality of facilities, services and infrastructure for cyclists.
Over the next three months, planners with Dalhousie’s Cities & Environment Unit will be working with the four institutions and the community at large to develop the Bikeways Plan. Building on existing plans and policy, such as HRM’s Active Transportation Function Plan, we will engage staff, students, visitors and community members in establishing a bold vision for the future of cycling in the District, and prioritizing investments in new infrastructure and facilities. The newly formed Bicycle Action Committee (BAC) will guide the process.
Please join us at the public sessions to share your ideas, or provide your input to:
Cities & Environment Unit
902.494.8494
ceu@dal.ca
http://www.ceunit.dal.ca/
or follow the project at:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/
DalhousieOfficeOfSustainability
http://blogs.dal.ca/sustainabilitynew
Monday, February 14, 2011
Stories & Facts: How should the media present medical science?
Is the role of the media to present medical facts or medical stories? Neuroscientific and genetic discoveries are of great interest to the public. They hold the potential to cure many diseases and behaviours. But are the headlines telling us the best medical science news or the best stories. This café will explore the role of the media, academics and the public in the reporting of factual and accurate health science.
Do media stories help or hinder public understanding of medical science?
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Wednesday March 2, 2011
Murphy’s Cable Wharf Restaurant 1751 Lower Water St., Halifax
Panelists:
Alan Fine, Director, Neuroscience Institute, Dalhousie University
Susan Newhook, Assistant Professor, King’s College School of Journalism
Paul Webster, Freelance Journalist, Writer and Director
Moderated by Tim Bousquet, News Editor at The Coast
A Café Scientifique is not a lecture. It’s a place for group discussion and audience involvement is the most important ingredient. Plan to join us.
Do media stories help or hinder public understanding of medical science?
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Wednesday March 2, 2011
Murphy’s Cable Wharf Restaurant 1751 Lower Water St., Halifax
Panelists:
Alan Fine, Director, Neuroscience Institute, Dalhousie University
Susan Newhook, Assistant Professor, King’s College School of Journalism
Paul Webster, Freelance Journalist, Writer and Director
Moderated by Tim Bousquet, News Editor at The Coast
A Café Scientifique is not a lecture. It’s a place for group discussion and audience involvement is the most important ingredient. Plan to join us.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Habitat for Humanity Family Information Session
Habitat for Humanity HRM is an affordable home partnership program for families in need. If you would like to know more or know someone who might be interested, we would like to invite you to attend our family information session.
Are you..
• a low-income family?
• living in substandard housing conditions?
• willing to volunteer?
Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Captain William Spry Community Centre
Prior to attending, please fill out the “Should I Apply?” worksheet form,which is available on our web-site (www.habitathrm.com) under the families section. Please bring the form with you so that members of our family selection committee can help you complete it.
Not only do we open doors, we build them too.
Are you..
• a low-income family?
• living in substandard housing conditions?
• willing to volunteer?
Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Captain William Spry Community Centre
Prior to attending, please fill out the “Should I Apply?” worksheet form,which is available on our web-site (www.habitathrm.com) under the families section. Please bring the form with you so that members of our family selection committee can help you complete it.
Not only do we open doors, we build them too.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Do you get physical?
How physically active are we in the Halifax Regional Municipality? We’re looking to find out… Ipsos Reid to Survey HRM Residents on Physical Activity.
The marketing research firm Ipsos Reid will be conducting a municipal physical fitness survey for the HRM. The telephone survey will be conducted in February, 2011 and will canvass 300 HRM (150 males and 150 females) residents aged 18 years and older.
“The data we get from this survey will be very important in informing Stepping Up, Physical Activity Strategy for the Halifax Region.” Says Sarah MacKeigan, Project Lead for Stepping Up. “It will answer key questions around the community’s level of physical activity, satisfaction with current recreation offerings, barriers to physical activity participation and what services the municipality and its partners may be able provide to assist in making physical activity an easy choice, particularly for inactive people.”
Specific survey topics will also include:
• Regularity, type and duration of citizen’s physical activity.
• Motivation for participating/not participating in physical activity.
• Satisfaction with municipal recreation facilities, program, and services.
• Attitudes towards user fees for recreational programs and services.
• Level of children’s physical activity.
Responses are anonymous and individual results will not be used in any way.
The survey is sponsored in cooperation with the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.
For more information, please contact:
Sarah MacKeigan, Project Lead, Stepping Up
Tel: 902-490-7348 mackeis@halifax.ca
The marketing research firm Ipsos Reid will be conducting a municipal physical fitness survey for the HRM. The telephone survey will be conducted in February, 2011 and will canvass 300 HRM (150 males and 150 females) residents aged 18 years and older.
“The data we get from this survey will be very important in informing Stepping Up, Physical Activity Strategy for the Halifax Region.” Says Sarah MacKeigan, Project Lead for Stepping Up. “It will answer key questions around the community’s level of physical activity, satisfaction with current recreation offerings, barriers to physical activity participation and what services the municipality and its partners may be able provide to assist in making physical activity an easy choice, particularly for inactive people.”
Specific survey topics will also include:
• Regularity, type and duration of citizen’s physical activity.
• Motivation for participating/not participating in physical activity.
• Satisfaction with municipal recreation facilities, program, and services.
• Attitudes towards user fees for recreational programs and services.
• Level of children’s physical activity.
Responses are anonymous and individual results will not be used in any way.
The survey is sponsored in cooperation with the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.
For more information, please contact:
Sarah MacKeigan, Project Lead, Stepping Up
Tel: 902-490-7348 mackeis@halifax.ca
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Crime Prevention Grants
The province of Nova Scotia is supporting projects to prevent and reduce crime in Nova Scotia. The Department of Justice is helping to build safer communities by funding community-based activities, projects, and programs that address the roots of crime.
"We are working to prevent crime by supporting community organizations with funding for equipment, materials, and other basic items," said Justice Minister Ross Landry.
The one-time Community Crime Prevention and Reduction Grant Program provides grants between $1,000 and $5,000.
"Whether it provides a family skate hour at the local rink or new basketball hoops for a youth club, this funding helps address the roots of crime at the community level, in very practical ways," said Mr. Landry.
Last year, the crime prevention grants program supported projects dealing with youth activities and conferences, Internet safety, victim support and awareness, seniors' safety, aboriginal youth and a crime prevention association. Online applications describing proposals and requests for funding will be accepted until March 7. For more information and application forms, visit www.gov.ns.ca/just/prevention .
"We are working to prevent crime by supporting community organizations with funding for equipment, materials, and other basic items," said Justice Minister Ross Landry.
The one-time Community Crime Prevention and Reduction Grant Program provides grants between $1,000 and $5,000.
"Whether it provides a family skate hour at the local rink or new basketball hoops for a youth club, this funding helps address the roots of crime at the community level, in very practical ways," said Mr. Landry.
Last year, the crime prevention grants program supported projects dealing with youth activities and conferences, Internet safety, victim support and awareness, seniors' safety, aboriginal youth and a crime prevention association. Online applications describing proposals and requests for funding will be accepted until March 7. For more information and application forms, visit www.gov.ns.ca/just/prevention .
Friday, February 4, 2011
Standing Our Ground
Are your teenage children yelling at you, hitting you, threatening to hurt you,
calling you names or stealing your money or possessions?
You are invited to join a free workshop for mothers who are being bullied by
their children. Participants will explore ways to end the abuse. This program
will help you through the process of change with practical solutions and safety
as a priority. You will also receive a workbook to help guide you.
To register, contact Kylie Hicklenton, at 423-6163 ext 233, or email to:
k.hicklenton@ywcahalifax.com.
Saturday, February 19th: 9:00 – 5:00 pm
The workshop will be held at the YWCA Halifax, 1233 Barrington Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 1Y2, Phone #:423-6163
Please note that childcare will also be available on site at no cost (advance
notice required).
calling you names or stealing your money or possessions?
You are invited to join a free workshop for mothers who are being bullied by
their children. Participants will explore ways to end the abuse. This program
will help you through the process of change with practical solutions and safety
as a priority. You will also receive a workbook to help guide you.
To register, contact Kylie Hicklenton, at 423-6163 ext 233, or email to:
k.hicklenton@ywcahalifax.com.
Saturday, February 19th: 9:00 – 5:00 pm
The workshop will be held at the YWCA Halifax, 1233 Barrington Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 1Y2, Phone #:423-6163
Please note that childcare will also be available on site at no cost (advance
notice required).
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Bikeway Plans
Dalhousie University, Saint Mary’s University, Capital Health and the IWK Health Centre are working together to advance their sustainability goals through the development of a Bikeways Plan for the Urban Halifax Institutional District. The District, encompassing the lands controlled by all four institutions on the Halifax Peninsula, is a major regional destination for staff, students and visitors. There is great potential to shift a significant number of commuter trips from cars to bicycles through investment in improved bicycle infrastructure and facilities.
There are a range of initiatives currently underway on the peninsula that highlight the interest in and potential for cycling as a transportation choice. There is a need, however, to think strategically about how the four institutions can work with other partners and government to improve the quality of facilities, services and infrastructure for cyclists.
Over the next three months, planners with Dalhousie’s Cities & Environment Unit will be working with the four institutions and the community at large to develop the Bikeways Plan. Building on existing plans and policy, such as HRM’s Active Transportation Function Plan, we will engage staff, students, visitors and community members in establishing a bold vision for the future of cycling in the District, and prioritizing investments in new infrastructure and facilities. The newly formed Bicycle Action Committee (BAC) will guide the process. Please join us at the public sessions to share your ideas, or provide your input to:
Cities & Environment Unit 902.494.8494 ceu@dal.ca http://www.ceunit.dal.ca/
SAVE THESE DATES
Public Engagement Session #1
Vision & Guiding Principles
Date: Thursday, February 10, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Working session: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Dalhousie University Club, Great Hall,
Alumni Crescent off of South St.
Public Engagement Session #2
Network & Route Design
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Working session: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
location: Dalhousie Student Union Building,
Room 303, 6136 University Avenue
Open House
Presentation of draft Bikeways Plan
Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
(presentation at 5:30pm)
Location: Dalhousie Student Union Building,
Room 303, 6136 University Avenue
There are a range of initiatives currently underway on the peninsula that highlight the interest in and potential for cycling as a transportation choice. There is a need, however, to think strategically about how the four institutions can work with other partners and government to improve the quality of facilities, services and infrastructure for cyclists.
Over the next three months, planners with Dalhousie’s Cities & Environment Unit will be working with the four institutions and the community at large to develop the Bikeways Plan. Building on existing plans and policy, such as HRM’s Active Transportation Function Plan, we will engage staff, students, visitors and community members in establishing a bold vision for the future of cycling in the District, and prioritizing investments in new infrastructure and facilities. The newly formed Bicycle Action Committee (BAC) will guide the process. Please join us at the public sessions to share your ideas, or provide your input to:
Cities & Environment Unit 902.494.8494 ceu@dal.ca http://www.ceunit.dal.ca/
SAVE THESE DATES
Public Engagement Session #1
Vision & Guiding Principles
Date: Thursday, February 10, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Working session: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Dalhousie University Club, Great Hall,
Alumni Crescent off of South St.
Public Engagement Session #2
Network & Route Design
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Working session: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
location: Dalhousie Student Union Building,
Room 303, 6136 University Avenue
Open House
Presentation of draft Bikeways Plan
Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Time: Drop in: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
(presentation at 5:30pm)
Location: Dalhousie Student Union Building,
Room 303, 6136 University Avenue
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