Category: Community Stories
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Finding connection and confidence through community
Garima Tiwari says she’s learned a lot about herself and others by volunteering with settlement programs at Collingwood Neighbourhood House
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Long-time volunteer aims to be a friendly face at CNH
Eliza Ngan says volunteering at Collingwood Neighbourhood House keeps her social, active and connected to her community.
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RISE: Representation that reflects Renfrew-Collingwood more broadly
As both a client of RISE Community Health Centre and member of the advisory committee, Julie Matson says staff have made them feel seen
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Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2024: “Every Moment Matters”
This year’s theme highlights the importance of volunteers and each contribution they make at a moment when we need support more than ever.
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“It was as if we were guests in your home”—a recap of the 2023 Seniors’ Holiday Luncheon
Our seniors are still talking about the CNH Holiday Luncheon say CNH staff.
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Giving Tuesday 2023
Nov. 28th is Giving Tuesday, a global movement for giving and volunteering, taking place after Black Friday. This year, we’re asking for your support! Make a donation or learn more about your contribution at: www.cnh.bc.ca/donate. When Nathaniel Frank-Piche was 14, he was looking to make some positive changes in his life. That’s when a family member invited him…
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RISE: Embracing the needs of the community
Darren Childs was “scared” of medicine before joining RISE Community Health Centre. Today, his outlook and overall quality of life have changed.
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Breakfast program a ‘big boost’ for unhoused residents of Renfrew-Collingwood says former participant
A hot meal and essentials at CNH went a long way when Clayton Travis Williams was experiencing homelessness and addiction. “It’s such a rejuvenation.”
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Creating community through family programs at CNH
Zenaba, a parent of five young children, says CNH changed their lives by providing additional support and activities outside of traditional childcare.
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‘It’s been a big part of my life’ says longtime volunteer on CNH
Described as no “regular” volunteer, Barry Londry has helped develop projects at CNH as he continues to serve soup at Community Lunch every Tuesday.