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SUMMARY:BCM Insurance Community Grants Program Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, BCM Insurance allocates funds to give back to the local community\, aiming to create positive social\, environmental\, and economic impacts. Our goal is to help build sustainable\, livable\, and thriving communities throughout Niagara. \n140+ years in the Niagara Region.\nWith over 140 years operating in the Niagara Region\, BCM has a strong understanding of the territory. We are committed to supporting deserving projects and organizations\, helping them achieve their missions\, and continuing to do great work for the region’s future. \nFor the 2026 grant year\, BCM Insurance is offering $50\,000 in total funding. BCM will offer $5\,000 to ten (10) organizations who meet the eligibility requirements. Applications Close February 2.  Submissions will be accepted until 11:59 PM. \nFor grant application information\, please visit: https://bcminsurance.com/community-grants-program/application-form/
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/bcm-insurance-community-grants-program/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Giving & Leadership
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
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SUMMARY:Neighbourhood Micro Grants - City of St. Catharines Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The Neighbourhood Micro Grants pilot project seeks to support grassroots initiatives within the City of St. Catharines that aim to improve the social\, economic\, and cultural well-being of local neighbourhoods. \nAll projects supported through this program must be free and accessible\, hosted at a city-owned park or facility\, and be either a one-time event or a series of events taking place within a maximum of a one-month period. \nApproved applicants may be awarded between $500 and $1\,500 per project. The grant awarded to each applicant is at the discretion of the Special Event Fee Reduction Task Force. \nHow to Apply \nApplications for projects taking place between June 1\, 2026\, and Nov. 30\, 2026\, will be accepted from Jan. 1\, 2026\, to March 31\, 2026 \nApply beginning Jan. 1\, 2026: https://www.stcatharines.ca/en/applications-licences-and-permits/neighbourhood-micro-grants.aspx
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/neighbourhood-micro-grants-city-of-st-catharines/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Giving & Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T163000
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DTSTAMP:20260416T185449
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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:https://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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185449
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SUMMARY:NPRN Film Night - It's Basic
DESCRIPTION:NPRN is hosting a film screening of the documentary “It’s Basic” on November 13th at the Performing Arts Centre. \nThe film follows those spearheading the movement to combat inequality and poverty. \nThis FREE community screening is presenting in partnership with the Niagara Poverty Reduction Network and Brock University Department of Sociology and Criminology
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/nprn-film-night-its-basic/
LOCATION:First Ontario Performing Arts Centre\, 250 St. Paul Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2r3m2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Community Safety,Crime,Giving & Leadership,Safety and Security
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara Poverty Reduction Network":MAILTO:info@wipeoutpoverty.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185449
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SUMMARY:Walk a Mile in HER Shoes
DESCRIPTION:Gillian’s Place is excited to announce the 19th annual Walk a Mile in HER Shoes: The Men’s March to end Violence Against Women. Are you Brave Enough? Prove it on Saturday\, October 18th at The Niagara Pen Centre.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/walk-a-mile-in-her-shoes/
LOCATION:Niagara Pen Centre\, 221 Glendale Ave\, St. Catharines\, ON\, L2T2K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Community Safety,Crime,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Safety and Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T170000
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UID:23612-1759046400-1760979600@www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com
SUMMARY:NCF Mini Grants - DEADLINE October 20 @ NOON
DESCRIPTION:This year is a significant year for NCF. 2025 marks our 25th Anniversary! In honour of this milestone\, we are making some changes to our granting amounts. We are pleased to announce that our Mini Grants have increased from $1\,500 to $2\,500   \n DEADLINE – OCTOBER 20 @ Noon 
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/ncf-mini-grants-deadline-october-20-noon/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Giving & Leadership,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T170000
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SUMMARY:Allied Against Abuse Daily Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Are you an ally against abuse? \nGet your Allied Against Abuse Daily Raffle ticket in support of Birchway Niagara\, and you will change lives during Woman Abuse Prevention Month. Only $10 gives you a chance to win cash and gift cards EVERY DAY in November! \nTickets on sale September 12 – October 29 at Royal LePage offices and other locations. \nGet yours before the October 14 Early Bird deadline for the most chances to win. \nVisit the Birchway raffle website for prizes and sales locations.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/allied-against-abuse-daily-raffle/
LOCATION:Royal LePage\, 33 Maywood Ave.\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2R 1C5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Community Safety,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education,Safety and Security,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Birchway Niagara":MAILTO:info@birchway.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T203000
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SUMMARY:New Heights - An Uplifting Event in Support of Quest CHC
DESCRIPTION:Fly high with us for our first-ever fundraiser for Quest Community Health Centre on Saturday September 13\, 2025 \nProceeds from New Heights will directly support Quest CHC’s programs such as our Seasonal Agricultural Worker Healthcare Program (SAWHP). This innovative program delivers accessible\, culturally responsive healthcare to migrant farmworkers across Niagara—many of whom face language\, transportation\, and systemic barriers to care. By meeting workers where they are—on farms\, in churches\, and through mobile clinics—SAWHP helps ensure these essential members of our agricultural workforce receive the medical attention they need to stay healthy\, safe\, and supported throughout the season.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/new-heights-an-uplifting-event-in-support-of-quest-chc/
LOCATION:13th Street Winery\, 1776 Fourth Ave\, St. Catharines\, ON\, L2R 6P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185449
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UID:23482-1757750400-1757768400@www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com
SUMMARY:TCAG's Garage Sale - Sports Equipment\, Craft Supplies\, Toys\, and More!
DESCRIPTION:The Thorold Community Activities Group is taking part in the 22nd Annual Thorold Community Wide Garage Sale! \nDrop by the TCAG on Saturday\, September 13th between 8am-1pm to peruse and purchase used sports and workout equipment\, kids toys\, art supplies\, and more. \nPlease bring your own bags\, cash and card accepted.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/tcags-garage-sale-sports-equipment-craft-supplies-toys-and-more/
LOCATION:Thorold Community Activities Group\, 131 Richmond St\, Thorold\, Ontario\, l2v 3h3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Recreation & Sports,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T203000
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UID:23516-1757444400-1757449800@www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com
SUMMARY:Shaw Festival--Acting Socially and Creatively: A Catalyst for Community Change
DESCRIPTION:The St. Catharines CFUW is pleased to announce that Kimberley Rampersad\, the Associate Artistic Director of the Shaw Festival\, will present her talk:  “Shaw Festival–Acting Socially and Creatively:  A Catalyst for Community Change” at Club Roma on Tuesday\, September 9.  The doors open at 6 p.m. and the event is from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.  This positive and popular collaboration will be very interesting to listen to. \nThe cost is $10.00 for the general public.  Light refreshments will be available.  Make an evening of it and find out more about the CFUW and the Shaw Festival! \nPlease go to: cfuwstcatharines.org to purchase your ticket or pay at the door.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/shaw-festival-acting-socially-and-creatively-a-catalyst-for-community-change/
LOCATION:Club Roma\, 125 Vansickle Road\, St. Catharines\, ON\, L2S 3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Belonging,Culture and Heritage,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="CFUW St. Catharines":MAILTO:cfuwstcatharines@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250906T160000
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SUMMARY:Brock Cares Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:We are looking for community organizations to host small groups of student volunteers for the Brock Cares Day of Service. This is the largest day of community-based volunteering at Brock with 168 students participating in 2024.\nWhether you have space for 2 or 20 students\, we want to provide as many volunteer experiences as possible. We provide transportation to all community partner sites.\nIf you are interested in hosting students on this day\, please register via the link provided.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/brock-cares-day-of-service/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Giving & Leadership,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T170000
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SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers - The Gloria Baylis Play
DESCRIPTION:Join Enroute 2 Success for an inspiring evening as we celebrate by honouring the legacy of Gloria Baylis\, a Barbadian-Canadian trailblazer whose groundbreaking victory in Canada’s first workplace racial discrimination case reshaped equity laws and opened doors for countless others. \nExperience the incredible story of this unsung hero brought to life through a moving\, dramatic play\, performed by the talented drama students. Witness Gloria’s courage\, resilience\, and lasting impact on Canada’s history in a way that will leave you inspired. \nProceeds from this event support Enroute 2 Success’s free golf\, chess programs\, and youth workshops.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/breaking-barriers-the-gloria-baylis-play/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, 5943 Sylvia Place\, Niagara Falls ON\, 5943 Sylvia Pl\, Niagara Falls\, Onario\, L2G 1S9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Belonging,Culture and Heritage,Giving & Leadership
ORGANIZER;CN="Enroute 2 Success":MAILTO:admin@enroute2success.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185449
CREATED:20250728T202310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T202349Z
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SUMMARY:ART AT THE PUMPHOUSE
DESCRIPTION:Art at the Pumphouse features an exciting mix of original artwork\, including paintings\, photography\, sculpture\, pottery\, textiles\, glass\, jewellery\, and more! \nWatch live artist demonstrations showcasing techniques such as charcoal drawing\, acrylic painting\, pottery throwing\, and cyanotype toning. \nEnjoy live musical performances in a variety of genres by talented local musicians\, and savour refreshments as you explore the show. \nCan’t attend in person? Experience the event online through August 10. \nTickets are $5.00\, and children enter free.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/art-at-the-pumphouse-2/
LOCATION:Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre\, 247 Ricardo Street\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, l0s1j0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Belonging,Culture and Heritage,Giving & Leadership,Volunteering
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTSTAMP:20260416T185449
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T165046Z
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SUMMARY:Red Ribbon Open
DESCRIPTION:Positive Living Niagara is a registered charity dedicated to fostering a compassionate and inclusive community that supports individuals at risk and affected by HIV\, Hepatitis C\, Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections (STBBIs)\, and substance use. Through harm reduction\, prevention\, education\, and person-centered support\, we empower individuals and promote overall well-being across the Niagara region. \nWe are thrilled to introduce the First Annual Red Ribbon Open Charity Golf Event\, an exciting new initiative dedicated to raising vital funds to support our programs and services. This event presents a unique opportunity for businesses like yours to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable exposure and community recognition. \nFor more information please click here 
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/red-ribbon-open/
LOCATION:Willodell Golf Club of Niagara\, 10325 Willodell Rd\, Niagara Falls\, ON\, L0S1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Community Safety,Environment,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education,Recreation & Sports,Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Postitive Living Niagara":MAILTO:tstorm@positivelivingniagara.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185449
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T170809Z
UID:23395-1751050800-1751058000@www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com
SUMMARY:Positive Living Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the hilarious David Green (yes\, that David Green from Canada’s Got Talent)\, this event is shaping up to be a night of laughs\, snacks\, good company\, and most importantly — support for the life-changing work Positive Living Niagara does. \nJoin us for Positive Living Niagara’s Trivia Night Fundraiser and put your knowledge to the test! Gather your team\, enjoy a fun-filled evening of friendly competition\, and support a great cause. Whether you’re a trivia whiz or just in it for the laughs\, this event promises excitement\, great food\, and awesome prizes! \nFor more information click here
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/positive-living-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Spotlight Comedy Club\, 92 St. Paul St\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2R 3M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Belonging,Community Safety,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education,Recreation & Sports,Volunteering,Work & Employment
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