Welcome to Our February Newsletter!
| |
|
Dear members,
We finally made it through the few darkest weeks of the year! We've reached the beautiful month of February! We hope you will all enjoy it!
Psychology Month is celebrated every February. Thank a psychologist today! They make a big difference in some people's lives.
February 2 - February 8 represents Suicide Prevention Week.
"Taking part in Suicide Prevention Week means adding your voice to a larger movement of people who refuse to accept suicide as an option. Every year for one week, make a commitment to prevent suicide in your community and among your loved ones" (AQPS). Prevention is the key to a brighter tomorrow. This week, this month and forever, let's advocate for mental health, share resources, and remind each other that seeking help is a sign of strength.
February represents Heart Health Month as well. Let's take a moment to think about all the great ways we can use to better our Heart Health this month.
In addition to that, we have some great activities coming up and we cannot wait to do all of them with you!
Happy Valentine's Day, dear members!
With lots of love and care,
SSEN
| | | |
Announcement - Partnership
Cooking Workshop with New Liverpool Elementary School
| | | |
SOUTH SHORE KIDS CLUB - Children & Families | |
|
Super Dads
Father-Kids Laser Tag Event!
Grab your dad (or your favorite father figure) and get ready for an exciting day of laser tag! Join us on February 8th at Laser Tag Lévis for 2 fun-filled games with your little ones!
Date: February 8, 2025
Time: To determine with participants
Location: Laser Tag Lévis
Bring your energy, your best team spirit, and let’s see who’s the sharpest shooter!
For more info or to reserve your spot, email melissa@mcdc.info.
| |
| | |
|
Blooming Bunnies Reading Session
Theme: Valentine's Day
Date: Monday, February 10, 2025.
Time: 9:30am to 11:00am.
Location: St. Nicolas Community Center:
550 Rue de la Sorbonne, Levis.
| | | |
|
Outdoor Explorers
Theme: Snow Volcanoes & Ice Treasure Experiments
Date: Monday, February 17, 2025.
Time: 10:00am to 11:00am.
Location: Parc Jean-Dumets, Lévis, G7A 4M5
.
| | | |
Blooming Bunnies Reading Session
Theme: Inclusion, Acceptance
Date: Monday, February 24, 2025.
Time: 9:30am to 11:00am.
Location: St. Nicolas Community Center:
550 Rue de la Sorbonne, Levis.
| |
| | |
|
Community Creativity Corner
Come join us on a fun night making Tie Dye Shirts
Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
Location: Maison de la Famille Chutes Chaudieres: 730-130 Ave Taniata Levis, G6Z 2C5
| | | |
|
SSEN Community Book Club
The last Tuesday of every month
Book of February 2025: Huge by Brent Butt
Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Location: Café Le Torréfacteur, 2653 Rte Lagueux Local 3, Lévis.
| |
| | |
MENTAL HEALTH PROMOTION - TEENS | |
|
Bracelet Making with MDJ Azymut
Join us on a fun and relaxing evening making bracelets with Maison des Jeunes Azymut. The Youths in our community are invited to join.
Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Location: 1415 rue de l'Érabliére, Lévis G7A 1Y1
| | | |
55+ SOCIAL COMMUNITY CLUB | |
|
|
|
55+ Social Community Club
Social Breakfast Meetup
Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Time: 9:00am to 11:30am.
Location: Normandin Charny: 8041 Av. des Églises, Charny, QC G6X 1X6.
Starting this month of February, it will be held the First Thursday of every month!
| | | |
We're excited to see you at our upcoming events! | |
Thank you for joining our activities and helping us build a vibrant English community in Lévis! Don't forget to share the fun with your friends and family, and stay connected with us on social media for all the latest updates! | | | |
What's Happening in the Community? | |
|
MCDC and the CISSS Chaudière-Appalaches need your help!
We’re conducting a survey to understand the challenges English-speaking individuals face in accessing health and social services in the region. Your input is essential in helping improve access to these vital services.
Click the below to complete the survey.
| |
| | |
Mental Health Fair
MCDC is holding a Mental Health Fair in Thetford Mines.
Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Time:4:30-8:00 pm
Location: Andrew Stuart Memorial highschool/ St. Patrick elementarry school: 919 rue mooney, thetford mines
Please note that this event is open to the public only from 4:30pm to 8:00 pm.
We hope to see you all there.
| | | |
|
Time Off Work for Health Reasons
Quebec workers can take sick leave for mental or physical health reasons, domestic violence, or even organ donation. After three months of employment, you're entitled to two paid sick leave days annually, with additional unpaid leave of up to 26 weeks.
Need extended time off due to injury or illness? There are protections in place to support you. From employer assistance programs to public health benefits, resources are available.
Source: Educaloi - Legal Information in English.
| | | |
Communication Preferences | |
|
Improving Our Communication with You
To provide more relevant updates, we’re starting to collect preferences from members. This helps us send targeted communications, like, for example, our new 55+ Social Community Club mailing list, for updates relevant to that group. Please note, you will be signed up for general news and updates from SSEN by default.
| |  | | |
Important Phone Numbers and Websites
Health and Social Services
| |
-
Click here for a list of CLSC's in the area, their addresses, and phone numbers.
-
Click here for a list of social services in the area that includes but not limited to shelters, food pantries, mutual aid services, youth centers, prevention centers, and more...
-
Click here to find a list of health services in Lévis and surrounding areas.
-
Click here to find mental health services in Lévis and surrounding areas.
-
Click here to find Maisons de la Famille in Lévis and surrounding areas.
-
Click here for English speaking jobs around the area.
| |
|
Become a SSEN member
Let's create a vibrant English-speaking community! Becoming a member is completely free!
Please tell your English-speaking friends and acquaintances about us and encourage them to join.
| | |
|
Become a SSEN volunteer
Would you like to get involved and help make a difference in your community?
Volunteers are needed to:
- Assist with logistics for activities
- Carry out friendly phone calls to isolated people in the community
- Transport seniors to medical appointments
| | |
Other Community Organizations & Our Partners | |
|
Our list includes community organizations that we collaborate with to support English-speaking individuals in the region. They host workshops, info sessions, activities & events in English in different regions:
North Shore & Quebec City:
- Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale - https://wejh.ca/
- Voice of English-speaking Quebec - https://veq.ca/
- Morrin Centre - https://www.morrin.org/en/
Other Partners:
- Educaloi – legal information in English - https://educaloi.qc.ca/en/
- YES Montreal – business bootcamps, workshops & events for Employment, Entrepreneurship & Artists related topics - https://yesmontreal.ca/
- Y4Y Quebec - committed to addressing the issues facing English-speaking youth (ages 16-30) across Québec - https://www.y4yquebec.org/
| |
This newsletter is brought to you with the generous financial support of the Secrétariat aux relations avec les Québécois d'expression anglaise and Canadian Heritage. | | |
|
|
1190-B, Rue de Courchevel #448
St. Romuald, Québec, G6W 0M6
581-500-3754
|
| | | |
