News & Stories
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Collaborate in the creation of a 2SLGBTQA+ Committee
We are reaching out to invite folks to collaborate in the creation of a new committee based in the Renfrew-Collingwood Neighbourhood representing 2SLGBTQA+ communities. In 2019 and again in 2021, an informal group that included CNH staff, neighbourhood volunteers, and partner organizations worked together to organize successful Renfrew Collingwood Pride events. We acknowledge and thank […]
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Reynato Tan recognized for over 25 years of service
Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH) proudly recognizes its long-serving staff members. At this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), CNH staff and contractors who have reached the milestones of 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service to the neighbourhood house were thanked by the Board of Directors. This year, we recognize and celebrate Reynato Tan for 25 years of service. Here’s […]
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‘I love my job and I love coming here every day:’ Ana Kazulin celebrates over 25 years at CNH
Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH) proudly recognizes its long-serving staff members. At this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), CNH staff and contractors who have reached the milestones of 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service to the neighbourhood house were thanked by the Board of Directors. Raised in Burnaby BC, Ana’s journey into Early Childhood Education began at Douglas College […]
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Celebrating over 25 years at CNH with Teresa Ha
Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH) proudly recognizes its long-serving staff members. At this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), CNH staff and contractors who have reached the milestones of 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service to the neighbourhood house were thanked by the Board of Directors. Here’s what Information and Referral/Reception Coordinator Jenny Eng-Chan has to say about Teresa: An […]
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Finding purpose through peer education
Despite learning curves, Ben Torry considers Peer 2 Peer to have played an important role in his life over the last six years.
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Personalized care pivotal for RISE Community Health Centre client
The services one senior has used at RISE Community Health Centre are essential but it’s the dedicated staff that keep her coming back.
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Forging friendships through food
For long-time volunteers Susan and Tim Diewold, each week at Collingwood Neighbourhood House is an opportunity to build relationships.
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Mutual Aid CSA at CNH opens for 2021
Do you believe everyone should have access to fresh foods? Do you want to support neighbours who face barriers to accessing healthy, culturally appropriate, and locally-grown food? Join CNH’s Mutual Aid CSA! What is a CSA? Community-supported agriculture (CSA) programs are direct relationships between farmers and community members that involve a subscription to a farm’s […]
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Scale Your Impact: Community Systems Change 9-Month Certificate
Systemic racism, a global pandemic, poverty, homelessness, gentrification, social isolation, limited funding models, overstretched service models. These are just some of the big issues facing the neighbourhood of Renfrew-Collingwood and beyond. They are big complex issues that require creative and innovative responses that get at the root of the issues. They require a new form […]
