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SUMMARY:Strengthening Families - After School Prevention Program
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families for the Future is a prevention program for families with children of all ages who may be at risk for substance misuse\, depression\, violence\, delinquency\, and school failure. Strengthening Families is effective because it involves the whole family. The goals of the program are to: \n\nreduce children’s or adolescents’ intention to use alcohol and/or other drugs\, and reduce other behaviour problems\nincrease children’s resilience and life skills\nincrease positive and effective parenting\nincrease family communication\n\nStrengthening Families for the Future for Schools is a partnership between the District School Board of Niagara and The John Howard Society of Niagara. \nThis program is funded through Public Safety Canada. \nThis session we will be in 3 locations listed below. \nValley Way- Wednesday-September 24\, 2025-December 17\, 2025- Niagara Falls \nGFESS- Tuesday- September 23\, 2025- December 16\, 2025- Fort Erie \nSenator Gibson- Thursday-September 25\, 2025-December 18\, 2025- Beamsville \nFor further information regarding this program or to volunteer for this program please contact: \nLayla Butler\nLButler@jhs-niagara.ca \n 
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/strengthening-families-after-school-prevention-program/
LOCATION:Greater Fort Erie Secondary School\, 1640 Garrison Rd\,\, Fort Erie\, ON\, L2A 5M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Learning & Education,Safety and Security
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SUMMARY:A Niagara Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens\, adapted by Jamie Williams
DESCRIPTION:‘A Niagara Christmas Carol’ is a uniquely Canadian take on the traditional story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s redemption. In partnership with the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre\, and in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the Welland Canal Company and the construction of the Canal itself\, Dickens’ beloved holiday ghost story is set in 19th century St. Catharines at the time of the Canal’s build. \n 
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/a-niagara-christmas-carol-by-charles-dickens-adapted-by-jamie-williams/
LOCATION:Mandeville Theatre\, Ridley College\, 2 Ridley Road\, St. Catharines\, ON\, L2R 7C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Culture and Heritage
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SUMMARY:Getting Connected
DESCRIPTION:If you teach adult learners\, guide job seekers as an employment coach\, or serve on the frontlines of social services\, this event is designed with you in mind. \nAn afternoon with engaging activities and professional learning opportunities. This event is a great way to connect with colleagues across adult education\, employment\, social assistance and skilled trades services.
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/getting-connected/
LOCATION:Amici’s Banquet And Conference Centre\, 2740 Merrittville Highway\, Thorold\, ON\, L0S 1E5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Link Niagara":MAILTO:ED@literacylinkniagara.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T150000
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring Training In Person Series
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about inclusive recruitment and hiring practices in four sessions antiracism\, newcomers\, disability\, and neurodiversity.\n\n\n\nIn this two day\, four part series you will learn about how to incorporate inclusive practices into your recruitment and hiring processes. This event is organized by Niagara Region for the Niagara Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Community of Practice member organizations. \nOn Dec. 9 Sherri Darlene will discuss Anti-Racism Recruitment and Hiring is her presentation\, Fibres in the Fabric starting at 10 am. Network with other participants over a buffet lunch. After lunch starting at 1 pm listen to a panel of professionals from YMCA discuss supporting and welcoming newcomers into the Canadian workforce.
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/inclusive-recruitment-and-hiring-training-in-person-series/
LOCATION:White Oaks Resort & Spa\, 253 Taylor Road\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, L0S 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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SUMMARY:Niagara Workforce Coalition Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Come together with fellow coalition members and community partners for our Workforce Coalition Breakfast! This gathering is all about celebrating progress\, sharing success stories\, and connecting over the exciting work happening across our network. Enjoy breakfast\, conversation\, and inspiration as we continue building a stronger\, more vibrant workforce community.
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/niagara-workforce-coalition-breakfast/
LOCATION:White Oaks Resort & Spa\, 253 Taylor Road\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, L0S 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara Workforce Collective":MAILTO:info@workforcecollective.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T120000
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SUMMARY:Disability Literacy 101: Inclusion Education for the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Jeff Tiessen will guide participants toward progressive\, unbiased and fresh perspectives when it comes to disability through authentic lived experience and storytelling. In keeping with a Growth Mindset philosophy\, Tiessen champions inclusion culture with content that provides comfort and confidence when engaging with colleagues and customers with various disabilities. Discover nuances of disability language and explore disability etiquette\, gain new strategies to challenge ableist beliefs and unconscious bias\, and insights into well-intentioned micro-aggressions and “inspiration exhaustion”. A catalyst for employee empathy\, engagement and allyship.
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/disability-literacy-101-inclusion-education-for-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T130000
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SUMMARY:Neuro-Inclusive Recruitment & Management
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Specialisterne\, this session will introduce the concept of neurodiversity\, including various diagnoses and identities\, and foster the use of inclusive language when discussing neurodiversity. It will highlight the benefits of a neurodiverse workforce by focusing on capabilities rather than limitations. Participants will be able to identify barriers faced by neurodivergent candidates in the recruitment process. You will learn about inclusive recruitment practices\, including how to write accessible job postings and use inclusive language within their organizations. The session will explore accessible workplace communication and environments.
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/neuro-inclusive-recruitment-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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SUMMARY:Niagara Funders Alliance- Funders Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that the Niagara Funders Alliance- Funders Roundtable event is back! This unique “speed-dating” style event gives charities and nonprofits the opportunity to meet Niagara’s funders face-to-face and learn about: \n\nGranting priorities\nDue dates and\,\nApplication processes\n\nWith 13 funders in the room\, this event is a MUST for any charities planning their 2026 development calendar. \nFUNDERS PRESENT: \nBranscombe Family Foundation\nCity of Niagara Falls- Cultural Development Fund\nCity of St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program\nMeridian\nNiagara Casinos\nNiagara Community Foundation\nOntario- Ministry of Tourism\, Culture & Gaming\nOntario Cultural Attractions Fund:\nOntario Trillium Foundation\nPenFinancial\nTD Friends of the Environment\nUnited Way Niagara\nWise Guys Charity Fund
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/niagara-funders-alliance-funders-roundtable/
LOCATION:Club Italia\, 2525 Montrose Rd\, Niagara Falls\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T150000
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SUMMARY:Wreath Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us each month as we engage in activities of self-care to promote positive brain health and meaningful connections. We welcome anyone who is looking to relax and have fun! \nGet creative with Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre for hands-on holiday wreath making workshop. \nFree and accessible parking available. Transportation available if needed. \nTransportation available if needed. Space is limited. Registration may close early if capacity reached. \nRegister by calling our office at 905-687-3914 or visit us online at http://www.alzheimerniagara.ca/caregiverwellness
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/wreath-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Trillium United Church\, Ruby Carroll Hall\, 415 Linwell Road\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T200000
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SUMMARY:Downtown St. Catharines Holiday Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join us downtown for the Downtown St. Catharines Holiday Trail on Thursday\, December 4 and Thursday\, December 18 from 4:30 to 8:00 p.m. Enjoy two Late Night Shopping dates\, plus free hot chocolate\, gift wrapping\, kids crafts\, photo booth\, community caroling\, and 30+ retail shops open late. Complete the Holiday Trail Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win a $500 Downtown Gift Card + a Harlem Globetrotters Family Prize Pack! To see everything happening for the holidays – including promotions\, events\, and the Holiday Trail map – visit MyDowntown.ca/Holidays
URL:http://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/downtown-st-catharines-holiday-trail/
LOCATION:Downtown St. Catharines
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Belonging,Giving & Leadership,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown St. Catharines Association":MAILTO:dharmi@mydowntown.ca
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