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Pictured above: Hundreds of St.Mac’s students shoulder to shoulder around the block to say “no” to bullies.

(Photo courtesy of Paul McLaughin, Global News)

Block Bullying

By Michael Whelton, Vice Principal, St. Malachy’s High SchoolAnti-Bullying Awareness Week was observed in all schools in New Brunswick from Sept. 24-28. St. Malachy’s High School students and staff had an open dialogue about bullying in our school and we will work together to reduce and prevent bullying.On Mon., Sept. 24, the St. Malachy’s School community “BLOCKED BULLYING” in a sign of solidarity. Students, teachers, school and dis-trict administrators and civic leaders stood shoulder to shoulder around the outside of St. Malachy’s in an effort to bring awareness to bullying.Students were dressed in school colours (red and white), and partici-pated in an “Iron-Out Bullying Cheer” followed by “The Wave” in unison around the city block surrounding St. Malachy’s. Every participant had a graphic display with the words “Iron Out Bullying”.

Little Sister Recieves Prestigious Award

By Laurie CollinsBig Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John celebrated a year of success at their Annual General Meeting. Little Sister Alisha Wilson was among the celebrated at the event. Alisha was presented with the George Hitchcock Award which is presented annually to a deserv-ing Little to provide them with the opportunity to attend a summer camp of their choice.

George Hitchcock was an instrumental volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John. He spent tireless hours raising money and promoting the agency whenever the opportunity presented itself.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John is proud to have Alisha as part of their agency!

Pictured above: Alisha Wilson and her Big Sister, Tashia Boyce(Photo courtesy of Laurie Collins)

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PALS Make A DifferenceBy Krista Turnbull, Community Schools CoordinatorThe past few weeks students and PALS partners have been excited to reunite for another school year. PALS partners are involved in our schools in so many different ways from help-ing with the breakfast program, to coaching noon hour and after school clubs, volunteer-ing in the class, visiting read-ers, providing financial support to our schools, and Big Brothers Big Sisters In--School Mentoring program. Students are paired with a mentor who shares similar interests as they do, getting together. During school time, on school property for one hour each week to share in games, cooking,crafts, and many other exciting activities. Many wonderful friendships are made in the community room at St. Pat’s. Our PALS partners take on a very important role at St Patrick’s School and we are proud to have them back with us for another fantasic year.

Pictured from left to right: Kayla McQuinn, Rachell Morrell, Marta

Kelly and Sherry Ingersoll

Coordinators CommentsBy Juanita Black, Coordinator, Around The Block, 647-4850. Email: sjcommunitynewspaper@gmail.com

This is issue 25, with a theme of Youth and Around The Block’s 4th An-niversary. We are very proud to partner with Mariner Partners In Innovation, to celebrate all the amazing youth that are being mentored in the PALS programs, supported in the Big Brothers Big Sisters pro-gram and volunteerism around Saint John. Our young leaders, them-selves, are mentoring their fellow class mates and friends.I was witness to the Block Bullying rally on Monday, September 24, as students from St Malachy’s Memorial High School stood shoulder to shoulder around their school block to show bullying will not be toler-ated. The 16 pages in this issue have, stories that will fill you with pride, with the dedication and commitment our youngsters, teenagers and young men and women bring to our great city.Our advertisers and community partners celebrate Around The Block’s 4th Anniversary in congratulatory ads; ads that issue after issue allow us to print our ‘good news’ newspaper. During the past six issues, we have shared with you: 289 stories, 256 pictures and our non profit and service groups have shared notices of 125 different programs.Thank you to Mariner Partners In Innovation for this sponsorship, the many volunteers who write stories issue after issue, take pictures with whatever they have, the community groups who coordinate their own pages and the volunteers who hand deliver our regular 16 page, 9000 copies bi-monthly. This is your paper, your good news stories and your 4th Anniversary.

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NorthNeighbourhood Contact

Wendy Barron-Belmore Phone: 635-2035

E-mail: theonechangeinc@nb.aibn.com

Jeremy MacDonaldBy Linda DoironJeremy, the handyman is always willing to lend a hand.

He is always available to anyone who needs a computer fixed, a phone fixed, a gaming system repaired and he does this in his spare time.

Even though, due to panic at-tacks, he does not do well socializing, this is his way of giving back. He helps with the computers at Lorne School and is more than willing to repair anything if it is broken. He has repaired computers for some seniors as well. He helped clean up the North End with the YIP group earlier this year. Jeremy is an animal lover who will take time to go look for your pet if it is lost and refuses to give up until it is found.

Jeremy has Tourette Syndrome, OCD, ADD and ADHD, but it does not get him down.

(Photo courtesy of Linda Doiron)

Seniors Inclusion Program With ONE Change YIPBy Alyson CronkhiteThis past summer, the youth of the ONE Change Youth Inclusion Program partnered once again with the seniors of Stephenson Tow-ers. This time, with summer in full force, the youth and seniors decided to mix things up with a fun activity and came together to take part in a scrapbooking session. The youth brought their own pictures from home and some scrapbook-ing supplies from YIP and met the seniors at Stephenson Towers. The youth had a great time connecting with the seniors and teaching them how to scrapbook. At the end of the session, when the scrapbooking pages were completed, all youth and all seniors had a chance to show off their scrapbook page and explain it. It was really interesting to hear the stories from all participants. Youth really enjoyed listening to the seniors tell stories about their scrapbooking pages and the seniors had a great time bonding with the kids. We hope to have another session like this in the near future.

Youth Learn About Poverty In Toronto

By Rev Renee EmbreeEver wonder what it would be like to be homeless in a big city like Toronto? This past August, eight students and three leaders from Main Street Church went to Toronto to learn about the realities of poverty and living on the streets there. The team got to experience a number of different approaches to befriending and supporting those living on the streets. They made a lot of friends and want to make a lot of friends in Saint John, too. Middle-schoolers can join us on Tuesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. or High-schoolers on Sunday evenings from 6:30p.m. to 9 p.m. to become a part of our next serving trip.

“A Trip Around The World” Learning While Having Fun

By Sheri McAuleyThe “YIP” (Youth Inclusion Program) hosted a celebration of Diversity in August put on by PRUDE Inc. More than 40 youth celebrated what they learned about eight countries around the world over the summer months. They also tried new foods such as the vegetables: cassava from Jamaica, jicama from Mexico, hodo cookies from Korea and for-tune cookies from China.

The goal was to enhance awareness & sensitivity to newcomers living in our community.

A great end to summer and start of a new school year….

Pictured Above: Youth from the Old North End(Photo courtesy of Sheri McAuley)

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South Neighbourhood Contact

Mary LeSage Phone: 632-6807

E-mail: pulseinc@bellaliant.com

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The Beauty Of Our Neighbourhood

Trinity Church Updates

On Sunday morning, Sept. 23, the culmi-nation of months of planning was revealed with the dedication of the Trinity Jubilee Garden on the lawn fronting on Germain St. at historic Trinity Church.

This will be a place of beauty for those passing by for years to come. Not only will the dozen planted perennials be visible through the year, but next spring hundreds of tulips will bloom for all who walk Germain St. to enjoy. The 8 x 20 foot garden was prayerfully dedicated by the Rector, Rev. Ranall Ingalls, and MLA Carl Killen ceremoniously turned the first sod in the presence of church wardens Mar-je Harrison and Jim Brittain. Killen also presented a framed photo of Queen Elizabeth II to the church at a reception in the Bennett room which followed the garden dedication.

Top Picture L-R, Jim Brit-tian, Marj Harrison, Carl

Killen, Rev. Ranall Ingalls. Bottom Picture: Queen

Elizabeth II picture presena-tion

South End Community Centre By Gino ArseneaultThe South End Community Centre (SECC) staff is proud to say that our after school program is running strong with activities such as arts, dance, sports, Homework Club and more. Our doors are always open to new guests. We operate from Mon. to Thu. 2:30-5 pm and Fri. 1:30-5 pm.

Our evening program has also kicked off and we have added a few new things to join at night, including the SECC Ball Hockey Champion-ship, Movie Night and the NHL Video Game Challenge. Let’s not forget cooking with Chef Robin. Stay tuned for more events to come. We are open Mon. to Thu. evenings from 6–9 pm.

To join us, simply come down to the South End Community Centre and fill out a registration form. Hope to see you there sooner than later. Cheers!

Comings And Goings At P.U.L.S.EBy Mary LeSageSchool is in full force now. We had a great splash pad season. Next, the ice surface will open up. ARGH! But before that, don't forget to come and enjoy a BBQ and treats for our Safe Halloween Night!

Wellness Clinics are continuing on the 3rd Tue. of the month (Oct. 16 and Nov. 20) from 1-4 pm. Flu shots will be available.

Do you have an idea that you want heard? Come visit me at the office. We are open Mon. 9 am-2 pm, Tue. 9 am-1 pm, Wed. Closed, Thu. 9 am-1 pm, Fri. 9 am-2 pm.

Follow us on Twitter and "LIKE" us on Facebook.

The Graffiti GuyzWe got a start on some graffiti removal in the uptown area this sum-mer. Lets not kid ourselves, graffiti removal is difficult if you don’t have the proper supplies. Also, there are varying views on graffiti. Some think of it as urban art, while others per-ceive it as vandalism. Either way, if you would like it removed, we are here to help!

Give us a call at the P.U.L.S.E. office, 632-6807. Also, look for our Facebook group coming soon. . . where you can write on OUR wall!

Zucchini, Cucumber and Lettuce, Oh MyBy Lisa MorrisI have always envied people who have the beautiful gardens full of to-matoes, beans, cucumber and other yummy vegetables, so this sum-mer my son and I had a plot at Rainbow Park. It was a great opportu-nity to hang out and play in the dirt and see how things grow.

Our gardening skills still need work, but we did find out that lettuce will grow no matter what and taste great. Our harvest included small carrots, a cucumber and lots of lettuce and most of all, we had a great time. Gardening started great conversations about healthy food and what we put in our bodies and my son now loves to ask for zucchini. The thought of yummy tomatoes had me heading to the local market to grab lots of them and try my hand at canning. We found out how you peel tomatoes and made lots of yummy salsa and spaghetti sauce for the winter months.

Now that we know a little bit more after this year, we are looking for-ward to getting our hands dirty and trying again next summer.

FREE Education Money For Your Kids’ FutureFour Easy Steps to get up to $2000 from the Government of Canada in a Canada Learning Bond:

A child must be born on Jan. 1, 2004 or later. Family income must be less than $41,544. Parent needs to know social insurance number (SIN) (you can get one on Nov. 7).

Join us on Wed., Nov. 7, between 4-6 pm at the Y’s Early Learning Centre (223 St. James Street) to open a Learning Bond. Local banks will be present – no charge to you.

BRING: 2 pieces of ID for parent: SIN and either a current provincial ID or driver’s license (photo ID is best) or a current credit / debit card.

Identification for child: Birth Certificate and SIN (you can get a SIN for your child on Nov 7.

For more info contact Penni at 343-5382 or commorg.penni@gmail.com.

Pictured Above:Ethan McLeod and Andrew Vail

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By Kathryn AsherThe Promise Partnership at UNB Saint John has kicked off the Book’n It program for the 2012/2013 school year. Book’n It is a twice-weekly on-campus tutor-ing session for students who have graduated from HWSF school in the past three years. The program provides homework tutoring in all high school subjects.

The Promise Partnership has also been offering parents of Grade 11 Book’n It students an opportunity to attend training on how to be a career coach for their child. Fun fact: 100% of students who attended Book’n It at least 80% of the time are passing all their core academic classes: English, French, Math, Science, and Social Studies!

Crescent ValleyNeighbourhood Contact

Anne Driscoll: 693-8513CVRC.driscoll@gmail.com

CVRC Summer Squad

By Anne DriscollThe Crescent Valley Resource Centre (CRVR) was fortunate this summer to have on staff six tremendous student leaders for our Sum-mer Squad children's program. These dedicated university students provided children aged 5-12 years from Crescent Valley and beyond a comprehensive summer recreation program with a variety of activities including, games, crafts, off site adventures, swimming, lots of outdoor play time and daily, nutritious meals and snacks.The CVRC received a grant from the NB Children's Foundation which allowed us to offer the 2012 Summer Squad program. The City of Saint John's Leisure Services Department also provided two staff members to our team. Quality Learning NB/Storytent partnered with the CVRC to offer opportunities for the children and student leaders to read together and enhance the children's summer reading opportuni-ties. The Saint John YMCA-YWCA gave us use of their various facili-ties for some new adventures for the children.

Pictured Above L-R: Summer Squad leaders, Justin Shepard, Marlee Mousek, Alicia McLaughlin, Carly Murray, Katherine Miller,

absent, Laxmi Osti

Crescent Valley Walking Club

Pictured Above CV Walking Club members with special guests from the Saint John Mill Rats, Stephen DeLuca (back row, left) and PJ

Young (back row, centre)

Storytent

By Katie LewisStorytent is the best place to read, because it is fun when the work-ers read to the kids. They have so many books. Storytent was where I learned to read. The workers helped me. The very first book I was able to read was Blue Hat Green Hat. Now,I love being a Storytent Reader, it is fun! I love Storytent!

Pictured Above R-L: Katie Lewis reads to workers in the storytent in 2003. Katie works as a Storytent Reader in 2012 (right), reading to

other children in her community.

UNBSJ’S Book’n It Program

Positively Growing Today’s YouthBy Shundell CurranTeen Vibe is a program for youth between the ages 12-18. For the past five years Teen Vibe has played an active role in the community (Crescent Valley); the youth have been encouraged to apply them-selves positively. Teen Vibe not only provides the youth with a healthy, positive, safe environment; it also provides the youth with an outlet to express their individualities while being able to acquire support from their peers. The reason Teen Vibe is so successful is due to the sup-port of community partners, devoted volunteers, supportive parents / guardians and most importantly the youth. It is my belief, that the youth of Teen Vibe continue to positively grow, become more respectful and confident in their abilities and their future endeavors.

Hon. Trevor A. HolderMLA Saint John-Portland

Constituency Office 229 Churchill Boulevard

Telephone: (506) 657-2335Email: trevor.holder@gnb.ca

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West Neighbourhood Contacts

Patti Kelly: 674-4335Patti.Kelly@HorizonNB.ca

Mary Lou Price: 693-5123MaryLou.Price2@HorizonNB.ca

Fit N Fun 4 GirlsBy Jill Roberts“Fit N Fun 4 Girls” wrapped up an eight week session at the Carleton Community Centre in late August, with an exhilarating ride on the Reversing Falls Jet Boat. Teen girls, ages 12-15 years got together every Wednesday morning from Jul. 4 to Aug. 29. They met for two hours, with the first hour being an introduction to a new physical activ-ity and the second hour a time for “girl talk”. Activities included karate, Zumba, and yoga. A highlight of the program was a visit and demon-stration from the Fog City Rollers, a local roller derby club. Topics for discussion included healthy sexuality, alcohol and drug addiction, and setting boundaries. All facilitators were strong, female role models.

In addition to promoting self-esteem, the goal was to build peer rela-tionships and expose the girls to unique physical fitness opportunities. A big thank you to funders, the New Brunswick Nurse’s Union and the Department of Culture, Tourism and Healthy Living, for their sponsor-ship.

Thanks to Chuck at the Carleton Community Centre, and to commu-nity based summer students, Meghan and Chantal, for their support.

Pictured Above R-L: St. Patricks School Celebrates Thanksgiving

St. Patrick’s Playground

Did You Know That the Playground at St. Patrick’s School Only Accommodates One Grade Per Day?

By Katelyn OwenWe, as local parents, have a vision to improve a part of our children’s lives. St. Patrick’s School is essential to our neighbourhood. We take pride in knowing it is a great resource in our community. The play-ground is part of that. Our mission is to see the fencing repaired, rocks replaced with a safer alternative, and the equipment upgraded and expanded to accommodate more than one grade per day. Our children work hard and deserve a fun and safe place to unwind and get the out-door physical activity they require. Together we can make a difference. Please direct any comments, concerns and/or support to Shamrock stpatsplaygorundproject@gmail.com

NOTE: This is an introduction to our project. In upcoming issues of Around the Block, we would like to show how we are moving forward with this project and our progress. We hope to see the communitie's support with this project for the children.

West Side Wellness Centre UpdatesSpecimen Collection: Tue. and Wed. 7:30 am-2:30 pm by appoint-ment only. Please call 648-6681, press #3.

Food Bank: Tue. and Fri. 1-3 pm. Monthly Foot Care Clinic: Every 3rd Wed., by appointment. 657-2273.

Are you over 50 and want to be more ACTIVE? Join our classes, Tue. 10-11 am at Hope Centre. Tue. and Fri. 10 -11 am at the Carleton Community Centre. Please call 674-4335. Free.

Food Purchase Club: West - 674-4335, St. Joseph’s Community Health Centre-632-5537.

West Side Community Kitchen Program: Free. 674-4335.

Social Development: Worker on site to answer questions, Tue. 1-3 pm.

Lending Library: “Take a Book, Leave a Book” at Market Place Well-ness Centre.674-4335.

Free Flu Clinic: Oct. 25, 2 -7 p.m. at Market Place Wellness Centre.

CONGRATULATIONS

2011 Memorial Cup Champions

Congratulations on 4 great Years!

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By Lisa ChamberlainSocial Development, Courtenay Bay Tenants Association, and Quality Learning New Brunswick teamed up this summer and had the story tent come to the Courtenay Bay for eight weeks. During the 8 weeks we had 12 children that were regular read-ers and them meet their goal of reading 120 books over the summer. Children of all ages got to come for an hour and a half once a week to read books or have books read to them. They enjoyed a healthy snack and had a chance to sign up for the summer reading program.

By Penni EisenhauerThe Waterloo Village As-sociation continues to build partnerships with residents, community agencies, and businesses in the neighbor-hood as well as working on initiatives to improve safety, beautification and com-munication. Just recently, the Grace of God Garden, located on Richmond Street, (across from the Teen Re-source Centre) got a ‘face lift’ with the help from the John Howard Society and AIDS Saint John. The association would like to thank both Nancy and the Youth, and Diane and her crew for spending time weeding the garden. We would also like to thank Kevin Watson from Leisure Services for providing the garden with mulch and a bench that enhances the beauty of the garden. The Association continues to meet on a monthly basis (2nd Wednes-day of the month) and will be working on a community plan for the up-coming year. If you are interested in knowing more about this session, feel free to contact Penni at commorg.penni@gmail.com or 343-5382.

Carl Killen MLA Saint John Harbour

642-9774 • 74 Germain St. office@killenmla.ca

Constituency Office:Mon 9:30 – 4:30, Tues/Wed 10:00 – 3:00,

Thursday 4:00 – 8:00 pm Carleton Community Center:

Thursday 11:00 – 3:00 pm

VillageNeighbourhood Contact

Penni Eisenhauer 343-5382 commorg.penni@gmail.com

Youth Entrepreneurship SuccessLollipops, wrist bands, cookies, chocolates, recycling, and a car wash. Wow, what a list! These are the activities or products that were created by youth as they learned the basics of starting a business. The program is called 'Youth Entrepre-neurship Success' and is run every summer in partnership with other non profit organizations creating great experiences with Saint John youth. Our goal is simple: to inspire young people to be creative. We want to take the mystery out of launching a business. By knowing the basic steps to carry out, youth will be the entre-preneurial engine of our economy. We need them! If any organization is interested in partnering next summer, or if you are young and want to get involved, give us a call at 652-5600. The Saint John Community is located at 133 Prince Edward.

Pictured Above R-L: Kayla Beechin and Ariel Arthurs

(Photo Courtesy of Basil Fischer Fox)

Youth EngagementBy Melissa BarrettThe Resource Centre is pleased to announce our first ever Youth SJ Youth Conference to be held on November 2 & 3rd, 2012. Four agencies under the Youth SJ umbrella: The Resource Centre for Youth (TRC), the YMCA, the Boys and Girls Club and Big Brothers/Big Sisters are working together to bring youth from all areas of the community to promote youth engagement, discuss things that affect daily lives, and meet other youth in our community who care. The conference will kick off at TRC with pizza and guest speakers; the evening ends with a youth dance at the Boys & Girls Club. On Saturday, November 3, teens will attend workshops at TRC and Boys & Girls Club with a ‘lunch and learn’ hosted by Big Brothers/Big Sisters. In the afternoon, the YMCA will host all conference par-ticipants at the Glen Carpenter Centre for interactive, fun, and chal-lenging games. For more information, please contact one of the four agencies.

Learning About Different CountriesBy Lisa ChamberlainMichaels and PRUDE worked together this summer and invited children from different communities to come to Michaels and learn about different countries and their cultures.

The youth from the Stephen Park, Crown Street area went to do arts and crafts over a five week period. The children really enjoyed going and learn lots.

Storytent In Courtney Bay

Update From The Waterloo Village

Youth Leader Corps At The YBy Greg BishopThe Leader Corps at the YMCA-YWCA of Greater Saint John has kicked off for another season. At the first meeting both new and returning members had an opportunity to catch up on each other’s summer news and begin planning fall session activities. An an-nual clean-up of Prince Edward Street, visits to the Glenn Carpenter Centre, fundraising, and hosting guest speakers are some of the activities planned.Members are very pleased to be involved with Youth SJ’s Youth Con-ference taking place on November 2nd and 3rd. Leader Corps mem-bers will be volunteering by providing behind the scene support. The conference workshops will focus on youth engagement and social media branding for youth members of the TRC, Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers & Big Sisters, and the Y of Greater Saint John. Leader Corps members (age 13-16) meet at the Y every Thursday from 4:30pm to 6:00pm. New members are always welcome. Call 693-YMCA for more information.

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PaLS (PartnerS aSSiSting LocaL SchooLS) and how you and your buSineSS/grouP can become invoLved, PLeaSe contact:

deborah FiSher 650-5116 or SuSan tiPPer 651-8941

Breaking Down BullyingBy Krista Turnbull, Community Schools CoordinatorOn October 4, the students and staff of Hazen-White/St. Francis School, along with community members held their 2nd Annual Breaking Down Bullying Celebra-tion. The event was held in partnership With the Saint John Police Force, CPANB (Crime Prevention Associa-tion of New Brunswick), the Anglophone South School District, and the Neighbor-hood Police Council.

Each class was given an opportunity to create an acronym related to anti-bullying and in turn had their own class acronym printed on a t-shirt that they all proudly wore at the celebration. Staff also turned out in jackets branded with the Breaking Down Bullying logo.

Students representing each class had an opportunity to speak to the crowd about what their acronym meant. A special thanks to our part-ners in this celebration.

Pictured Above R-L: : Zoey Daley, Logan Kinney Liston and Alana Marshall

Drive One 4UR PALS SchoolPartners Assisting Local Schools (PALS) always has lots of activities and programs going on to support their children and youth and provide enrichment. Downey Ford and McAllister Place, PALS with Glen Falls, have teamed up for a fundraising event that will have you putting “the pedal to the metal” and supporting our PALS schools! On Saturday, October 13 from 9 am to 5 pm, come over to the McAllister Place park-ing lot and take a Ford vehicle out for a spin.

For every test drive taken Downey Ford and Ford Canada will donate $40; a 10 minute test drive will help sustain enrichment activities and essential programing like a breakfast or lunch program.

There will also be a car wash and BBQ all in support of PALS.Hope to see you there!

PALS At St. Malachy`sBy Susan Tipper, High School PALS CoordinatorPALS is certainly not a foreign word to anyone in Saint John but what some of you might not know is the program was expanded last school year to the high school level.The 2011-2012 school year was the first pilot program for PALS at high school and Saint Malachy's Memorial High School was the place to be last year.Some of the initiatives taking last year included a special day for stu-dents who did not have a workplace to attend on, 'Take Your Kids to Work Day'. These students enjoyed tours of Canaport, the Irving Pulp and Paper and Tissue mills. All enjoyed a wonderful lunch at the Trade and Convention center at the Futures luncheon.We turned the school into a giant book club by conducting a Big Read where all students and staff read the same book at the same time. An art auction was conducted at the Hatheway Pavilion at Lily Lake where students exhibited their art and made a few dollars as well.We assisted with the musical by providing materials for the set, helped with the breakfast program, hosted alumni nights at middle schools, brought in guest speakers and established a wonderful relationship with students and teachers.St. Malachy’s is the only high school in our city that has a Learning Commons, a place where students can access the internet using their own devices. This facility exists as a result of a partnership formed with Bell Aliant, the school district, the Department of Education and PALS.We are looking forward to another successful year, continuing with existing iniatives and creating some new ones.

A Fun Week At Camp Glenburn

By Kassidy, Brandy and Mya (Centennial School)We went to Camp Glenburn this summer. At camp we played games like Pokemon Gaga Ball, a mail game and a pirate game. We went camping overnight, stayed in tents and tried to catch a blue frog. We had campfires every night! We slept on bunk beds in cabins with no power and we did chores like washing dishes and taking out the gar-bage. There was a cat, Grey, and a dog, Sam. Our Counselors were really nice; our favorites were Bunga and Gilly, we threw them in the water one night! The last night was the best because we pulled pranks! We had so much fun we want to go back next summer! Thank you Saint John YMCA and PALS for sending us!

Seniors And Students Walking Together

By Cody, Chloe, and Nick (Grade 4)Centennial students walked with the seniors from Stephenson Tower during the last year. During our walks we got to know the seniors and they got to know us. We had a lot of fun and we had good times with them. We would walk from Stephenson Tower to Pizza Shack and back and one time we walked through the Old North End and Sham-rock Park. After we walked we had snacks with the seniors and we sung to them.

The last day we had a huge party with sandwiches and ice cream! We miss them and hope to see them again!

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Red Cross Free ServicesThe Canadian Red Cross has a number of free services available for seniors including Friendly Visiting and Telephone Reassurance which provide social net-working opportunities and help seniors stay engaged in their local communities. We also offer free transportation for se-niors who need to go to an appointment or run some quick errands. For more information on how to receive these services or for volunteer opportu-nities pertaining to Senior Services contact Alicia Quann at 674-6188 or by email Alicia.Quann@redcross.ca .

The United Way Helps ManyThe United Way serving Saint John, Kings and Charlotte counties was pleased to fund a number of great projects and organizations recently. The projects contribute to our vision of a strong and healthy community where children thrive and poverty is no more. All of the funded projects are great examples of partnerships and creative home-grown solutions to tough challeng-es. We are very pleased to be part of Learn and Go, Out of the Cold, Power Up, Voilà; Saint John’s Green Cleaning Team, ProKids, ARCf, and Centenary Queen Square Care Centers, City Market Se-nior’s Center, and the Learning Disabilities Association. For more information about us, check out our website at www.UnitedWaySaintJohn.com

Canadian Mental Health AssociationCanadian Mental Health Association Saint John Branch is pleased to announce that we are accepting registrations for our winter education programs. Beginning on January 15th, 2013, we will be hosting Depression: Help Can Make a Difference. This is a six week education program de-signed for individuals diagnosed with Depression. A trained facilitator and a number of health professionals will provide you and understand-ing of depression and ways to treat it, with a special focus on sleep, negative thinking, and relaxation. Advance registration for this program is required. Please contact us at 633-1705.

Free Flu Clinic Schedule• Wed Oct 17, 2 - 7 pm, H.O.P.E. Cen-

tre, 4347 Loch Lomond Road• Wed Oct 24, 12 noon - 3 pm, St.

Joe’s CHC• 116 Coburg St. Call 632-5537 • Thur, Oct 25, 2 -7 pm, Market Place Wellness Centre,

120 Market Place West, Call 674-4335 • Tue, Oct 30, 10 am - 1 pm, Romero House, 649 Brunswick Drive• Thur, Nov 1, 4 - 7 pm, 14 Reading Crescent, Call 632-5537 • Tue, Nov 6, 4 - 8pm, Crescent Valley Resource Centre,

130 MacLaren Blvd. Call 693-8513 to register

Annual NASCAR DrawTickets on Sale: September 6, 2012 Draw Date: January 10, 2013 (7 PM @ Boston Pizza)

Ticket $10.00 each. Only 5,000 tickets to be Sold!

1st Prize Trip for two to the Daytona 500 – February 22-25, 2013 Including airfare, hotel, and reserved tickets to the Nationwide Series Race & Daytona 500! Valued at over $5,000

2nd PrizeSet of 4 Tires Balanced & InstalledProvided by Downey Ford. Valued at $1000

3rd Prize$1000 Cash Card. Provided by Costco

PLUS:$5 off coupon at select Boston Pizza $50 off coupon at The Travel Store Quispamsis

Official Ticket Vendors Include:Select Scotiabank; Lawtons Drug Stores; & Downey Ford Locations.

Loch Lomond Villa Foundation OfficeTel: 506-643-7110 Email: foundation@lochlomondvilla.nb.caWe except Visa, MasterCard, checks, and cashwww.lochlomondvilla.com

CONGRATULATIONS AROUND THE BLOCK

ON YEAR 3!

from the children, youth, volunteers and staff of the Boys and Girls Club of Saint John

Celebrating 110 years from 1900 - 2010

         

          

 The Saint John Volunteer Centre invites you to participate in our 4th Volunteer Recruitment Expo

October 25th and 26th, 10am to 4pm

Level 1 at Brunswick Square Mall

Discover your reasons to volunteer � Make new friends, expand your network � Learn new skills � Get experience � Build your confidence � Obtain references, build your resume. � Help others, to make a difference � Fill time meaningfully

Phone 658-1555 www.volunteercentresj.com FaceBook.com/sjvolunteercentre / Twitter@sj_volunteer

4!

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All that kids can be

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Kindergarden Registration

Money Matters Tip by Judi Chisholm

Do you find yourself spending some of your grocery budget on other things? Do you run out of both groceries and cash before the end of the month?

Have you ever considered buying a grocery store gift card on pay day? By doing this you know you're going to have grocery money set aside until your next pay because you can only use the gift card at the grocery store. You don’t have to buy everything at once and you can wait for sales.

November is Financial Literacy Month across Canada!

Financial literacy: knowledge, skills and confidence to make responsible financial decisions

Judi is planning some fun learning events to celebrate - please watch http://www.loanfund.ca / www.facebook.com/loanfund or call 652-5601 for details...

Kindergarten Registration Week was held Tuesday, October 9 - Friday, October 12, 2012.Children born in 2008 will start school in September 2013. If you have not yet registered your child for kin-dergarten, please go to your local elementary school during regular school hours. Register now to take part in activities throughout the year that will help your child get ready for kindergarten!

To register your child for kindergarten, you need to bring your child’s:• Medicare card• Birth certificate• Record of Immunization

Energy Efficiency Tip

Big Brothers Big Sisters Looking For Volunteers

1. Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for volunteer mentors to lead a group of girls towards a healthier lifestyle.

Are you?

a woman, between the ages of 18-30

interested in positively shaping the lives of young girls by helping them build a positive self-image – setting them on a path to reach their full potential in life

available for 1-2 hours per week for the duration of the school year (lunch time or after school)

interested in receiving a $1000 honorarium for all your hard work

Training and on-going support is provided!

Please contact: Janelle Graham, Go Girls! Program Coordinator Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John, Phone: 635-1145 Email: janelle.graham@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

This program is funded by:

 

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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AFFORDABLE HOME IN SAINT JOHN? IS YOUR FAMILY STRUGGLING TO FIND ADEQUATE HOUSING WITHIN YOUR

PRICE RANGE? IS YOUR INCOME $30,000-40,000? ARE YOU PAYING 30% OR MORE OF YOUR INCOME ON HOUSING? IS YOUR DEBT RATIO LESS THAN 40%?

IF THIS DESCRIBES YOU PLEASE CONTACT (506) 635-7867 OR RESTORE@NB.AIBN.COM FOR MORE

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This month’s energy efficiency tip…

Looking to buy? ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers’ use 50% less energy and 35 to 50% less water than traditional models.

This energy efficiency tip has been brought to you by Efficiency NB, proud partner of Around the Block.

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Saint John Multicultural & Newcomers Resource Centre`s Scholarshipby Mary Stack A group of enthusiastic SJMNRC staff developed a scholarship for newcomers interested in pursuing post-secondary education.

This year, through various fund-raising activities, the group was able to raise $1000! Over the summer, the scholarship was advertised throughout the commu-nity and SJMNRC received a lot of interesting applications.

In August, it was announced that Cristy Shepard was the recipient of the first SJMNRC Scholarship! She is originally from Guatemala and recently moved to Saint John with her husband. Cristy is an active vol-unteer with SJMNRC. This fall, Cristy began studying graphic design with the Atlantica School of the Arts here in Saint John.

Looking for more information on the SJMNRC Scholarship? Drop by and see us in the City Market or contact us at 642-6464 or mary.stack@sjmnrc.ca.

BIG Night Out 2012

Big Brothers Big Sisters makes a difference in our community by providing children in need with one-to-one mentoring services that are proven to help kids stay in school, avoid risky behaviour such as bul-lying, and grow up to be more civic-minded adults. The agency is cur-rently celebrating 40 years of service to children and youth in Greater Saint John, Sussex and Charlotte County and we are celebrating with a “BIG Night Out”.

The event is set for Thursday, November 15th at the Delta Brunswick with a social from 6pm to 7pm followed by dinner, entertainment and recognition awards; special performances by Kyle McVea and KidS-ing. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased at the office in Brunswick Square or online at www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/saintjohn.

Everyone is welcome!

Dr. James P. and Anita McInerny Medical School Scholarship$20,000 Scholarship for Medi-cal School established by The Greater Saint John Community Foundation to commemorate Dr. James P. and Mrs. Anita McInerneyIn recognition of their long standing commitment to the Greater Saint John Commu-nity and the vision of leaving a lasting legacy the Foundation will establish a onetime schol-arship for a medical school student from the Greater Saint John area. The “Dr. J.P. and Anita McInerney Medi-cal School Scholarship” will provide $5,000 a year, over a four year period, to a student entering Dalhousie’s Fac-ulty of Medicine – Saint John Campus.

The legacy gift provided through the McInerney Fam-ily Fund will not only provide a lasting impact on the life of a medical student but has, and will continue in the future, to provide gifts focused on improving health, education and social service for the citizens of Greater Saint John.

Pictured Above L-R: Dr. John Steeves, Associate Dean Dalhousie Medicine

New BrunswickAssociate Professor Dalhousie Dept

Surgery,Division OrthopedicsAssociate Professor Dalhousie Dept

Medical EducationAnd:

Dr. Stephen Willis, Chair of the Greater Saint John Community Foundation

Summer Storytent In Anglin DriveBy Brenda BuckleyParents and children eagerly anticipate the arrival of Storytent every summer Friday morning, 9:30 – 11:30. There is never a shortage of help from the neighbourhood teens who read and listen to the children. Our new tents, ban-ners and t-shirts this year were provided by our generous sponsor IBEW Local 502. Our healthy snacks, comfy blankets and extra expenses were covered by a grant from the City of Saint John. Even animals get in on the fun; one day a cat crawled under our blankets and raised laughter from the children. Heather McKend from the children’s department of Saint John Library, Market Square was a guest twice last summer as was Cheryl Brown from Quality Learning New Brunswick. Cheryl was pleased to present us with new books to the delight of our children.

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A New Life Began At Summer CampBy Heather OldfieldFourteen year old Matthew Olsen has at-tended the Integrated Summer Camp at the YMCA-YWCA's Forest Glen Commu-nity Centre since 2007. As a child with severe autism growing up in a single par-ent family, his mother Angela struggled to find an affordable daycare centre that could meet Matthew’s needs.

“It has helped us out tremendously as a family,” said Angela. “Without the sup-port, understanding and partnership of the integrated summer camp, my ability to work and support my family would be compromised.”

With the supervision of the staff, Matthew’s personality gradually shone. For the first time he began to participate in group activities and made friends with other children.

He has achieved many milestones during his time at camp. By exercis-ing and playing with other children he has begun to tackle his health is-sues and one summer he was able to lose 12 pounds and this summer he participated in his first sleepover at the Centre!The staff at the Y are very proud of Matt and his accomplishments.

Youth Vital SignsBy Harry DaleySaint John has undergone a physical examination called Vital Signs for the past few years. The project aims to grade our city in regards to things like transportation and health. This year the Greater Saint John Community Foundation is very excited to announce that we have received funding from Telus to undergo the first ever Youth Vital Signs project. A committee of eight teens from around the region have been hard at work all summer developing a plan which seeks to uncover how high school aged youth feel about living in Saint John area. Eight indicators have been developed which the teens agree are vital to Saint John’s livability. In order to find out what other teens are think-ing, a survey has been developed which will be distributed within the area high schools in November. Teens will also have the opportunity to voice their opinion on Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube beginning October 16th and throughout November. Real changes can come from this survey which should improve our city for youth. The success of the project depends on you! Youth are encouraged to participate online and by doing so are entered to win some awesome prizes from Tablets to gift cards. If you’re an adult, this is a good chance to hear firsthand the things we can do collec-tively to improve our area from young people.Stay Tuned to Facebook, Twitter, and the newspaper for more infor-mation on how to get in on the conversation!

Learning About Different Countries Through CraftsBy Alyssa Maxwell with her Mom AmandaThis summer kids from An-glin Drive went to Michaels’ Crafts to learn about differ-ent countries. We had lots of fun making different crafts and there was a lady from PRUDE called Sheri. She would tell us fun facts about different countries. The one country that stood out for me was Spain. In Spain they do not call it the tooth fairy; they call it the moose fairy. Wow, I can not imagine a moose fairy taking my tooth. The last day we got to try different food from different countries. It was a lot of fun. I learned it does not matter where you are from everyone is different in their own way. It is nice to have friends no matter what they look like or if they talk differently.

Job Opportunity

Youth Contributing To Changing Face Of Saint JohnBy Sheri McAuleyWelcome to the beginning of a new school year. PRUDE Inc. is excited to be offering a new workshop that chal-lenges youth to examine their assumptions, stereotypes and how that can lead to discrimi-nation. The “Accepting Differ-ences” will build on last years “Respecting Differences” pre-sentation that approximately 3700 students and teachers participated in. The message is simple, we are all different but more the same! We need to become aware of how we think and how it affects the way we act toward others. Students are responding to the message through essays and we celebrate our winners, “Cham-pions for Change”.

Pictured AboveL-R, Chris McCready, Prince Charles,

Monica Forestell, KVHS, Brandon LaCombe, Woodlawn

Around the Block, Saint John’s community newspaper is looking for an individual in the position of Advertisement Sales. We are looking for a highly-motivated, team player to help us grow ad sales. The fo-cus will be on identifying potential clients, driving leads, and closing sales. This is a part-time position for 15 hours per month.

The successful candidate will require access to transportation and a computer. This will be a home based position.

If you like meeting new people, want to get to know your community, and to help grow one of our communities’s greatest assets please send your resume and cover letter to too, Juanita Black at sjcom-munitynewspaper@gmail.com by November 9, 2012.

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The Executive & Board Of The Crescent Valley Community Tenants

Association Would Like To Congratulate

“Around The Block” On Their 4th Anniversary

Congratulations to “Around The Block”

on your 4th anniversary of publication.

We wish you continued success in sharing good news

community stories

SAINT JOHN POLICE FORCE

Neighbourhood Police Council, Inc.

Congratulates

“Around The Block”

On their 4th Anniversary

People United in the Lower South End Inc.

would like to congratulate “Around the Block” on their

third anniversary edition.

We look forward to many more issues.

4th

The staff and clients of St. Joseph’s Community Health Center

would like to congratulate staff of the local

Community Newspaper “Around the Block”

in delivering their 4th Anniversary issue October, 2012.

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Housing for Older Canadians – New Online Guide

Older Canadians are a growing demographic group and have unique needs and preferences.

A newly released online publication on the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) web site now offers more insight into this market. “Housing for Older Canadians: The Definitive Guide to the Over-55 Market - Volume 1: Understanding the Market’’ provides a broad overview of the seniors market in Canada and of trends in seniors' housing arrangements, incomes, and retirement.

To view the online Guide, search key words ‘‘Guide 55’’ on www.cmhc.ca.

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Le logement des aînées au Canada – Nouveau guide publié en ligne

Les aînés canadiens constituent un groupe démographique en croissance qui a des préférences et des besoins particuliers.

Un nouveau guide, publié sur le site Web de la Société canadienne d’hypothèques et de logement (SCHL), nous permet maintenant de mieux comprendre ce marché.

« Le logement des aînés au Canada : Le guide du marché des plus de 55 ans - Volume 1 : Comprendre le marché » dresse un panorama du marché du logement pour les personnes âgées au Canada, ainsi que des tendances au chapitre des conditions de logement, des revenus et de la retraite des aînés.

Pour consulter le Guide, allez sur le site Web de la Société, au www.schl.ca, et tapez les mots clés « Guide 55 ».

Perserverance Pays OffBy Jason DraperMy name is Jason Draper. As a child, I was beaten, treated badly, and told constantly that I would never amount to anything. I was adopted but I never felt love. My family does not help or support me.

I have Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and it is hard for me to deal with at times. I dreamed of having an education but it seemed impossible! At 27, I went to the John Howard Society GED program. The teacher, Carla McAffee, was very good at helping a person like me. It was not until I met Carla and the staff at John Howard, that I felt some hope and support. I would also like to thank my employment counselor, Jan McDevitt, and Hazel Pickering at Options Outreach for their help and support.

Now at 30, I have my GED Diploma! I believe that with hard work and support you can do anything you put your mind to.

À SJMNRC : Le programme de francisa-tion pour enfants de 3 à 4 ans qui a fait ses preuves!By Rahma Kouraïch 642-1134Le programme a été conçu par l’équipe francophone du SJMNRC en 2010 afin de permettre à l’enfant de vivre la meilleure intégration pos-sible au sein de la communauté francophone. Quoi de plus stimulant que d’apprendre une langue par le jeu, en se transportant dans le monde imaginaire des éducatrices et en suivant ces petits personnag-es débrouillards et créatifs dans toutes leurs aventures !

Des ressources ont depuis été créées pour les enfants de 3 à 5 ans. Le programme a su, au fil des ans, favoriser un apprentissage accé-léré du français, particulièrement chez l’enfant de 3 ans à la maternelle issu d’une famille francophone ou non-francophone.

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By Rachel KellyPartners for Workplace Inclusion Program will hold its 4th Annual Business Awards Luncheon on Wed, Nov 7, 2012 from 12–1 pm at the Howard Johnson Fort Howe Hotel and Convention Centre.

The luncheon is an opportunity for Part-ners for Workplace Inclusion Program to recognize local businesses who have created inclusive workplaces by hiring persons with disabilities. It will also be an opportunity to recognize former partici-pants of the program who have been successfully employed in Saint John.

If you would like to attend the luncheon or receive more information, please contact Laura Anderson, Employment Coordinator, Partners for Workplace Inclusion Program: 635-2272 or lander-son@ccrw.org

Movie On The Hill

By Penni EisenhauerThe East Side Motivators (ESM) celebrated the end of the summer with an evening Street Dance and Movie on the Hill on Sat, Aug 25. Lots of kids and parents danced to the music sponsored by the Glen Forrest Community YMCA and enjoyed the popcorn during the movie: Mr. Popper’s Penguins. The ESM would like to thank: Rick and Sheri Stagg for committing their time to help plan and set up the event; Scott Crawford for coordinating the movie screen; Helen Bridgeo for the popcorn salts; and Diane Clarke for the movie projector and sup-porting the event.

The ESM are always looking for resident support in their neighbour-hood projects. Anyone interested in being involved can contact Penni at 343-5382 or check out our Facebook page.

Local Businesses To Be Recognized For Inclusive Hiring Practices

Pictured Above R-L: Rachel Kelly of the Partners for

Workplace Inclusion Program and award recipi-ents in 2011 Karin Lindsay

from the Bulk Barn.

YMCA-YWCA Forest Glen Community CentreBy Heather OldfieldThere are many things to do at the Forest Glen Community Centre this fall. The wide range of activities provide opportunities for children and youth to be active and enjoy social time together. There are even activities for adults.Monday night is soccer night. Children from 5 to 12 years of age can join in the action. On Tuesday, there is ball hockey (ages 5¬–12) as well as fun gym games and crafts for all ages. The Y van provides transportation to and from Reading Cres and the Mystery Lake apart-ments.On Wednesday night children can attend cheerleading. The cheer-leaders will participate in the Santa Claus Parade this year. Also on Wednesday is gym games and crafts with transportation provided. On Thursday night there are games room activities. Parents are also welcome to attend Zumba, and child minding is available during the class. Every second Friday there is a dance at the centre, which is always a highlight.Visit the centre on Oct 26 for the Halloween Howl featuring spooks, ghouls, and family fun. Preschool, before school, and after school programs are also available at the Forest Glen Community Centre.For more information, please contact Heather Oldfield, Director, at 658-2816.

Surf City Syncro ClubThe sport may appear graceful from poolside—serene and feminine—but a closer look shows a diz-zying test of skill, strength, and flexibility.The Surf City Synchro Club offers programs for all ages and abilities. Surf City Synchro works on the athlete’s individual development from the first day of recre-ational programming straight through to the elite level where they can compete nationally. Whether for fun, friendship, or mental and physical development, Surf City Synchro is about building teamwork and having fun!

The Surf City Synchro Club is proud to work with P.R.O. Kids for in-clusive sporting. For more information email surfcitysynchro@gmail.com

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By Joanne BarryTwelve years ago I joined the St. Joseph’s Community Health Centre team. As a nurse, I have been working with community se-niors and also focusing on chronic disease. In September, I began introducing myself to the North End priority neighbourhoods. I have already met many amazing residents and those groups, organizations, and part-ners who are doing great work. I hope that my skills and background will add to what is already going on and look forward to joining everyone in making the North End a better place to live, learn, work, and play. Please take the time to stop and chat with me when I am in your neighbourhood, or give me a call at the health centre (632-5750) or email Joanne.Barry@HorizonNB.caThanks to those we have already welcomed me into the neighbourhood!

Around The Block Team (Issue 25)

Spotlight: Alicia RaymondBy Claire Ashton with Alicia RaymondAlicia Raymond leads a busy life. She works, cares for her son, and be-gins college this fall. That combination is challenging, but it never seems to dim the bright smile and friendly personality Alicia is known for.In grade 10 Alicia became pregnant. It was tough. She missed school often, and eventually left. In 2010 Alicia gave birth to Riley, her love and motivation in life. Alicia knew that to get a reliable career she would need to return to school. Alicia came to the Learning Exchange in 2011. The mature and flexible envi-ronment suited her role of mom, and she started to meet new friends and mentors, and began to learn.“Just do the best you can—it will come eventually. I had a lot of doubts when I failed my GED, but, my facilitator helped me so much. It’s okay to ask for help.”Alicia passed the GED in 2012, and enrolled in TIES 2 Work, where she rediscovered her love of cooking through the Community Kitchen project. After TIES, Alicia collaborated with Workforce Coaches to find employment. She was accepted into the LPN program at NBCC the same week she took a job at the new Taste of Mediterranean. The future looks busy, and bright!For more information on the Learning Exchange’s GED programs, Workforce Programs (like TIES), and Workforce Coaches, call 648-0202.

New Community Nurse For SJ North

Healthy Smiles, Clear Vision

New Brunswick’s new dental and vision plan for children of low-income families.

Guidelines:

Live in New Brunswick Have dependent child(ren) 18 years old or younger Not have dental and/or vision coverage through any other government program or private

insurance Have a family net income not exceeding the following amounts based on the previous year’s NB

Income Tax return(s) or Notice of Assessment(s):

Family Size  Income 2 people $22,020 3 people $26,969 4 people $31,142 5 people $34,817 6 people $38,141 7 people $41,196

This plan will provide the necessary coverage for specified benefits:

Dental plan: Will cover basic items: regular exams, X-rays and extractions, with focus on preventative treatments (sealants and fluoride treatments).

Vision plan: Will cover basic items: yearly exam, lenses and frames.

Current coverage through the Department of Social Development will be automatically transferred to the Healthy Smiles, Clear Vision plan. Social Development clients do NOT need to apply.

To apply, download the application form or pick up a copy at Service New Brunswick centres or Saint John’s regional office of the Department of Social Development. Mail or fax completed application to:

Healthy Smiles, Clear Vision644 Main Street

P.O. Box 220 Moncton, NB

E1C 8L3 For more info,  contact Medavie Blue Cross toll free at 1-855-839-9229. 

 

Old North End: Wendy Barron-Belmore. South End: Mary LeSage.Waterloo-Village: Penni Eisenhauer. Crescent Valley: Anne Driscoll. Lower West Side: Patti Kelly, Jill Roberts and Krista Turnbull.Proof readers: Anna O’Hara, Cindy Bishop, Mark Driscoll, Rona Howald, Kathryn Asher and Belinda Kumar.Layout and Design: Chris Hopkins, and Juanita Black.Ad Design: Chris Hopkins. Community members: Carl Tricky, Lyn King, Amanda Maxwell,Kim Williams and Lisa Chamberlain. Vibrant Communities: Barry Galloway and, Cathy Wright