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Friday, September 03, 2010
Ghost Bird is a unique documentary film
By admin @ 4:45 PM :: 8 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Ghost Bird is a unique documentary film that will not be released in theaters. The Ivory-billed woodpecker's controversial rediscovery has been well documented in numerous books and in media around the globe. This documentary steps out of the swamp and takes an even wider perspective on the bird’s rediscovery,

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Friday, September 03, 2010
The Way we Recycle - CACOFA can help
By admin @ 3:27 PM :: 6 Views :: 0 Comments ::

CACOFA, an Edmonton based community focused not for profit organization has narrowed down  key questions asked by the city to: will you appreciate a free recycling service? Will you join a free recycling program?

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Friday, September 03, 2010
The Path to Energy Independence & Reducing our Footprint & Utility Bills
By admin @ 2:42 PM :: 7 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training

The Solar Energy Society of Alberta and the Grant MacEwan Institute of Environmental Studies presents a seven-week evening class focusing on Energy Efficiency; Solar Electricity; Solar Hot Water; Solar Home Design, Non-toxic building and Green Transportation.

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Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Volunteer Instructor Recruitment
By BDP2010 @ 1:06 PM :: 15 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Training

 

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Monday, August 23, 2010
East meets West 2010 Festival - August 27-29
By StephH @ 3:31 PM :: 14 Views :: 0 Comments ::

Come celebrate Culture:  eat, dance, and have fun!

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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Edmonton Expo 2017 Information
By marhus @ 4:03 PM :: 29 Views :: 0 Comments ::

Did you know that Edmonton wants to welcome the world at EXPO 2017? Learn more about EXPO 2017 visit www.edmontonexpo2017.com

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Thursday, July 29, 2010
"Restoring Hope: Transforming Conflict Into Compassionate Collaboration"
By rfalkenstern @ 1:31 PM :: 27 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Workshops & Training

 

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Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Love to Swim? Try Synchronized Swimming!
By Nova Synchro @ 9:55 AM :: 42 Views :: 0 Comments ::

 

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Wednesday, July 14, 2010
N. Edmonton Elementary & St. Francis of Assisi School Reunion
By mjborden @ 1:37 AM :: 44 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

 

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Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Are you up for the Challenge?
By Cerebral Palsy @ 12:13 PM :: 34 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity

Come join us for CPAA's 4th annual Life without Limits Challenge 2010 at Rundle Park September 19, 2010. Volunteer positions available!

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Monday, June 28, 2010
Responsible Electricity Transmission for Albertans
By Turk99 @ 1:06 PM :: 50 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
ton of stuff you might be able to use
By admin @ 5:49 PM :: 110 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Everything from baseball tickets, to volunteer recognition, to resources, to becoming a charity, and free seedling . . .

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Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Little Green Thumbs Grows Gardens in Your Facility!
By admin @ 11:52 AM :: 46 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Start an indoor garden through Cityfarm’s Little Green Thumbs Program and entertain your kids this summer at the same time

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Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Heartland Power Line - Update from RETA
By admin @ 3:45 PM :: 104 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

As one of the Edmonton Board members of RETA (Responsible Electricity Transmission for Albertans), I thought I would update Edmonton community league members on our most recent progress to get the proposed 500 kilovolt double-circuit Heartland power line buried whenever it runs near homes, schools, daycares, hospitals and environmentally sensitive areas:

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Tuesday, June 08, 2010
REACH Edmonton launches membership drive
By admin @ 3:08 PM :: 108 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity, Friends of the Community

How do we make Edmonton a safer place to live, work and play? Truth is, everyone has a role to play. And, it starts with a ‘can-do’ attitude that reflects the ability of people to help, contribute, participate and lead a culture of community safety. In a practical sense, how can this be achieved?

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Thursday, May 20, 2010
Pick Up a Skating Rink!
By admin @ 3:04 PM :: 58 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Free to Good Home

Laurier Heights has a wood  hockey board system, approximately 190 x 85, with recently renovated wood upgraded. 

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Thursday, May 20, 2010
Preserve and Protect Edmonton's Mature Trees
By admin @ 1:38 PM :: 88 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

A new group supported by Bonnie Doon and Strathcona Community Leagues has formed to spearhead getting a bylaw to preserve and protect Edmonton's mature trees.

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Monday, May 17, 2010
14th Annual Older, Bolder, Better: Aging in the Right Way!
By WESAC @ 3:07 PM :: 63 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

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Monday, May 10, 2010
Association for Responsive Trusteeship in Edmonton Schools
By CKLS @ 2:45 PM :: 83 Views :: 0 Comments ::

 The Association for Responsive Trusteeship in Edmonton Schools (ARTES) will host a wine and cheese mixer for people interested in local education issues, including potential candidates who are eyeing the possibility of running in the fall election.

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Friday, April 30, 2010
Jane's Walk
By admin @ 2:36 PM :: 109 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

Jane’s Walk 
 
Celebrate Jane Jacobs and community involvement in Edmonton.
May 1, 2010 at the Transalta ArtsBarns: 10330-84 Avenue
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Friday, February 12, 2010
Getting Involved - a great new volunteer resource!
By admin @ 4:23 PM :: 127 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Getting Involved!www.gettinginvolved.ca   Is online service that offers free consultations to youth looking to  become involved in their communities or in community groups in Edmonton.

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Friday, February 12, 2010
RUSH FAMILY PACK A GREAT DAY OUT! Support Lacrosse in Edmonton
By admin @ 4:22 PM :: 133 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

The Edmonton Rush Lacrosse Club plays their next home game at 1:30 pm on Sunday February 21st at Rexall Place. Come out and bring the family for an entertaining game of Lacrosse

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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
We Pay the Gas - You Drive
By admin @ 3:28 PM :: 176 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity, Friends of the Community

Seniors Assisted Transportation Society of Greater Edmonton (SATS) are a non-profit transportation organization which provides low-cost transportation service to low-income elderly seniors in Edmonton. In order to serve more seniors who have been waiting for a long time to get in our service, we now need to recruit as more volunteer drivers as possible.

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Monday, December 21, 2009
WANTED: Recommendation for good painters for halls!
By admin @ 11:05 AM :: 157 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Great Spaces Fun Places - Neighbourhood Development Program
By admin @ 5:35 PM :: 287 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Meetings
  September 30, 2009 Muttart Conservatory 7 – 9 PM 9626-96 A Street Light refreshments will be served. RSVP with name and organization to 780-...
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Rink Personel Required
By BannermanCLAdmin @ 11:15 AM :: 239 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity
Rink Attendant Needed for 2009-2010 Season We are currently seeking a paid position Rink Attendant in NE Edmonton for this coming winter season to mak...
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Thursday, September 24, 2009
Community League Janitorial Services
By AlannaNie @ 12:57 AM :: 224 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
I have professional experience cleaning and although I am on maternity leave right now i am looking for a way to stay home with my children more perma...
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Friday, September 18, 2009
HOw to Plan your City - Planning Camp
By admin @ 11:51 AM :: 298 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Workshops & Training
City offers courses in urban planning beginning September 23 The City of Edmonton once again invites residents and neighbourhood leaders to its Plann...
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009
WANTED: Do you like working with seniors?
By Weseniors @ 10:42 AM :: 344 Views :: 0 Comments ::
If so, you can help your older neighbours maintain their homes by becoming a contractor on Westend Seniors Activity Centre’s - Home Help Registry. We ...
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Thursday, July 09, 2009
Free Large TV Up For Grabs!
By ursula @ 2:22 PM :: 282 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Free to Good Home
We have a large 52" TV that is still in good working condition and would like to donate it to a community.  If your Community League has a n...
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Monday, June 22, 2009
SPONSORED AD: Green Power Providers Lower Your Carbon Footprint
By admin @ 10:01 AM :: 303 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

You reduce your personal environmental impact.
Conventional electricity production is among the largest industrial sources of carbon dioxide, a primary greenhouse gas linked to climate change. Electricity production is also a major source of pollutants that contribute to poor air quality and smog conditions. Leading environmental groups, including WWF-Canada, the David Suzuki Foundation and the Pembina Institute, advocate choosing clean, renewable power as a meaningful action that individuals can take to help address the global issue of climate change. Buying green electricity from a green provider reduces your personal electricity-related emissions footprint.

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Thursday, June 11, 2009
Free Chairs For Taking
By ursula @ 11:06 AM :: 322 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Free to Good Home
Macewan has between 50 and 100 chairs to give away. These chairs have a metal frame with a wooden seat and wooden back. The chairs are ...
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Lacrosse Teams Seek Asphalted Rinks
By admin @ 5:28 PM :: 314 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

potentially identifying/using an outdoor hockey rink for lacrosse practices

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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Need Free Software for Your League?
By admin @ 5:15 PM :: 285 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Free to Good Home

TechSoup Canada's mission is to provide access to donated software from 25 donor partners, such as Microsoft, Adobe, Intuit, Symantec, and more.

Register Your League today with TechSoup Canada to begin requesting donated software!

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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Playground Equipment yours to take
By admin @ 4:23 PM :: 347 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Free to Good Home

Playground equiopment at no cost but the league would be responsible for dismantling and transporting the material to its new home.

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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
National Aboriginal Day Opening Ceremonies
By cityofedmonton @ 9:50 AM :: 282 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 22, 2009 Canada Place 11:30 am Activities from 9:00 am -3:00 pm Contact: Heather Poitras Heather.Poitras@inac-ainc.gc.ca Phone: (780) 495...
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
National Aboriginal Day - Sharing our Stories Too
By cityofedmonton @ 9:49 AM :: 267 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 21, 2009 Lion's Park, St Albert Noon to 4:00 pm Contact: Theresa Majeran at 780-977-5515
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
National Aboriginal Day Weekend Festival - Day 1
By cityofedmonton @ 9:48 AM :: 301 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 20, 2009 Legislature Grounds Noon – 6:00 pm Traditional and modern entertainers, displays, and children’s activities Presented by the Edmo...
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
National Aboriginal Day - Pancake Breakfast
By cityofedmonton @ 9:48 AM :: 307 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 19, 2009 Canadian Native Friendship Centre 11205 - 101 Street 9:00 - 11:00 am Contact: Crystal Beaverbones 780 479-1999 Ext. 222
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
West Edmonton Mall Aboriginal Days, featuring Dreamspeakers Film Festival
By cityofedmonton @ 9:47 AM :: 304 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 19-21, 2009 Youth Day - June 19 www.dreamspeakers.org Contact: Helen Calahasen 780-378 9609
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
National Aboriginal Day - RBC Royal Eagles BBQ
By cityofedmonton @ 9:47 AM :: 301 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 19, 2009 Corner of 102 Street & Jasper Avenue 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM RBC Royal Eagles in partnership with Amiskwaciy Academy Contact: Bri...
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Week of National Aboriginal Day Celebrations
By cityofedmonton @ 9:46 AM :: 286 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 15 -19, 2009 Commerce Place Rotunda 10155 - 102 Street 12:10 - 12:55 pm International, Intergovernmental and Aboriginal Relations Contact:...
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
National Aboriginal Day - Official Opening of Aboriginal Collection
By cityofedmonton @ 9:45 AM :: 271 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Embracing Diversity
June 15, 2009 2nd Floor, Stanley A Milner Library #7 Sir Winston Churchill Square 10:30 - 11:30 am Tea and Bannock to follow in the Centennial Ro...
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Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Ready to Sing? Join the Cantilon Choirs
By Cantilon @ 4:45 PM :: 605 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training
Ready to Sing? Join the Cantilon Choirs! Register today for the 2009- 2010 season! Cantilon Choirs has choirs in Edmonton, St. Albert, Sherwood Park ...
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Youth Group Seeks Program Space
By host @ 3:01 PM :: 337 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training

We are currently looking for community space for our 2009 – 2010 program season beginning September. This will include both program (Class) space as well as performance space for our youth productions.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Volunteers needed to Welcome Newcomers
By host @ 2:22 PM :: 464 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity, Friends of the Community

EISA is a non-profit organization that for thirty years has been providing services to assist new immigrants, refugees, first generation Canadians and immigrant groups regardless of age, gender, religion, nationality or ethnic origin in order to facilitate their full integration in Canadian society. By sharing talents, knowledge and time, volunteers make a significant contribution toward the successful integration and well-being of newcomers.  Join our dedicated and experienced volunteers and make a difference in the lives of newcomers to Canada

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Monday, May 18, 2009
Communicating Through Conflict
By host @ 3:34 PM :: 292 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Workshops & Training

This 3.5 hour workshop is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools for how to approach difficult situations. You will take away communication skills and strategies that can be implemented in your daily life.   Great for dealing with board issues!

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Monday, May 11, 2009
Cohousing Information Session
By admin @ 5:36 PM :: 346 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
HWYL cohousing works with future residents to create vibrant neighbourhoods that are environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable. Client...
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Monday, May 11, 2009
Free Sunday Matinees at the Metro
By admin @ 5:35 PM :: 329 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
The National Film Board of Canada has received funding to provide free screenings of Canadian films on the third Sunday of every month at the Metro. T...
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Alectra Youth Organization adds Dynamite to Community Leagues
By host @ 6:15 PM :: 353 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Alectra is currently looking for community space for our 2009 – 2010 program season beginning September. This will include both program (Class) space as well as performance space for our youth productions.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Space Available for Events, Meetings, & classes
By host @ 5:15 PM :: 333 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Available : fitness centre in the southwest side of Edmonton

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Children & Youth Survey Results In! Read it and Feedback to us!
By host @ 5:03 PM :: 329 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

The Report on Edmonton’s Children and Youth was released on February 9th, 2009.  In order to ensure we are producing a useful resource for the community, and to continue to build on the quality of the report, it is important that we hear from colleagues, agencies, community members, businesses and others that have accessed it.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Radical Compassion: An Experiential Conflict Resolution Workshop in Nonviolent Communication
By admin @ 4:36 PM :: 543 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Workshops & Training

Join others in our community for a two-day workshop in the skills and consciousness of empathy, honesty and self-connection in the context of becoming a “third presence” with others who are in conflict.

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Friday, March 06, 2009
Car Sharing Cooperatives offers a free workshop
By admin @ 2:11 PM :: 508 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Workshops & Training

Car sharing is analogous to time-sharing a vacation property, where a group of owners jointly owns and manages an asset for their common benefit. Utilizing the tools/structure of a cooperative, a fleet of vehicles can be managed to provide access to car-based mobility, reduce the economic burden of private vehicle ownership, and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions overall.

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Friday, March 06, 2009
Furniture Donation & Moving Program
By admin @ 2:08 PM :: 2093 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

The Edmonton John Howard Society, through the Family Violence Prevention Centre offers the FURNITURE DONATION and MOVING PROGRAM. 

We collect donations of decent used furniture, the basics (beds, dressers, tables/chairs, etc. and limited other items such as: dishes, pots & pans, and cutlery, pictures, bedding etc.  All of these donations are collected and then donated back to those who are affected by domestic violence, such as women and children, seniors etc

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Friday, March 06, 2009
Walk your Neighbourhood for Front Yards in Bloom
By admin @ 1:44 PM :: 407 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Front Yards in Bloom is a successfully running program that is asking leads to get in touch with their community members.

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Friday, February 06, 2009
Be a Driver and be Paid for Helping Seniors
By admin @ 4:15 PM :: 464 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
Would you want to wait in this cold weather for a bus if you were elderly and frail. Would you chance falling? We need drivers in all parts of the cit...
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Friday, February 06, 2009
Free Childrens Materials Offerred by KidSafe
By admin @ 3:38 PM :: 433 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Short stories, puzzles, coloring pages and more, kidsafe sends a good message in fun activities and is free - contact them for copies.

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Friday, February 06, 2009
Wecan Food Basket Offers Nutrition For Families
By admin @ 3:04 PM :: 711 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
The Wecan Food Basket Society is a not-for-profit organization ensures families and individuals proper food security by providing the opportunity to buy fresh meat and produce at a significant savings from retail.
 
The program is membership-based and open to anyone to join. Every month, members place their orders by the first Friday and pick up their food on the third Thursday or Friday.
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Tuesday, December 09, 2008
(Safe) Hockey Nets Available
By host @ 5:25 PM :: 470 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Looking for a good deal on a great set of hockey nets?

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Wednesday, October 01, 2008
COMMUNITY PORTAL FOR USED SCHOOL STUFF
By admin @ 3:57 PM :: 727 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Free to Good Home

SCHOOL SURPLUS      You may be asking “What happens if items are not required by other school sites”?

Did you know that Edmonton Public Schools has a vehicle for making excess furniture, equipment and supplies available to other school districts, no-profit organizations, daycares and the public at large through our Community Portal.

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Friday, September 26, 2008
Invitation for Leagues to Participate in Public Health Research
By host @ 4:15 PM :: 462 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Guinea Pigs Needed, Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training

The town-hall style discussion will follow a talk entitled, "Flu Pandemic Risk What Can You Do?".  The talk will contain useful facts about flu pandemics and will help people make informed statements about their strategies for survival.  The talk and research will be conducted by Dr. Barker.

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Thursday, September 04, 2008
Culturally Diverse Training
By Valerie @ 1:53 PM :: 483 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Workshops & Training

 
 

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