Food Banks Canada released their annual Hunger Count report for 2025 on October 27th, highlighting the fallout from the ever-escalating pace of food cost increases. The Hunger Count is an annual event counting attendance at participating food banks across the country for the month of March. “Every year, food banks across the country are setting […]
Youth Ambassador Program
November 26, 2025 by
We are looking for 3-4 youth aged 14-18 to participate in our Youth Ambassador Program. The idea is simple: we want to hear what you want to see in our youth centre. We want youth creating programs and promoting events for other youth.
Open Mic Night for Youth
November 25, 2025 by
Open Mic Night at the Core Youth Centre Wednesday November 26 and every last Wednesday of the Month For Youth Aged 11-18 and Performers of all Skill Levels BYO Instruments OR Guitar and/or Piano Provided
SMART Recovery – Life Beyond Addiction
November 23, 2025 by
SMART Recovery is an evidence-based program designed to help individuals overcome addiction and manage their recovery through self-empowerment and skill-building. SMART RECOVERY LIFE SKILLS 10-WEEK -PROGRAM will now begin December 4th (note date change) and is still accepting new registrations. Drop-ins welcome for the month of December Thursdays from 10:30 to noon (with the […]
Province Confirms Funding for Adult Mental Health Supports at Island Community Services
October 14, 2025 by
Following an era of uncertainty surrounding the last provincial election and re-organization of ministries, it was confirmed last month that adults living with mental-health challenges will continue to have access to low- or no-cost counselling services to help them get well. “When someone takes the courageous step of reaching out for mental-health support, services must […]
