Welcome to Our December Newsletter!
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Dear All,
It’s already December - a special time of the year filled with warmth, joy, and a touch of magic!
We’re excited to share that we have several activities planned this month, with the highlight being our Christmas Greet & Meet Party on December 11. This event is a wonderful opportunity for us all to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the spirit of the season as a community. This year, we’re thrilled to present a special magician show called "May the Magic Be With You". It’s not just the name of the show, but also our wish for you this December - may the beautiful, happy "magic" of the season follow you throughout the month and beyond.
For families registered to receive hampers, please note that they will be delivered or available for pickup on December 21. Each family will receive a follow-up email with detailed information.
Additionally, our office will be closed from December 21 to January 5, reopening on January 6.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you, your family and friends!
Warm regards,
Olena and Melissa
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SOUTH SHORE KIDS CLUB - Children & Families | |
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Blooming Bunnies with Moumy
Theme: Christmas
Date: Monday, December 2, 2024.
Time: 9:30am to 11:00am.
Location: Centre communautaire de la Sorbonne, St-Nicolas.
Registration: Melissa@mcdc.info
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Outdoor Explorers with Melissa
Theme: Skating
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024.
Time: 9:30am to 11:00am.
Location: Quai Paquet.
Registration: Melissa@mcdc.info
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Christmas
Greet & Meet Party
Join us for an evening of festive fun, food, and togetherness as we celebrate the holiday season.
Everyone in the community is welcome to join with family and friends!
RSVP by December 9 to Olena at olena@mcdc.info to help us plan the food & other supplies.
🎄 Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
🎄 Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
🎄 Location: Au Vieux Bureau de Poste, 2172 Chemin du Fleuve, Lévis, QC.
Program Schedule:
- 5:00 PM – Start of the evening & registration
- 5:15 PM - 5:45 PM – Welcome & socializing
- 6:00 PM – Cold buffet* opens; enjoy small, exciting entertainment in between
- 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM – Magician Show: "May the Magic Be With You"
- 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM – Music, socializing, food, and time together
Special Features:
🎨 Festive Creative Corner & Children’s Corner
🥗 *This is a free event with a cold buffet and soft drinks included.
🍹 Additional drinks available for purchase on-site (all payment methods accepted).
✨ Stay as long as you like and let’s celebrate together!
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55+ Social Community Club
Social Breakfast Meetup
Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024.
Time: 9:00am to 11:30am.
Location: Normandin Charny: 8041 Av. des Églises, Charny, QC G6X 1X6.
First Thursday of every month!
Everyone is welcome to join!
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Date: Friday, December 13, 2024.
Time: 1:00pm to 3:30pm.
Location: Maison de Quartier: 31 Rue Lamartine, Lévis G6V 6L4.
To confirm your participation and help us plan food and other supplies, please register with Olena at olena@mcdc.info.
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We invite everyone to join us for a Festive Afternoon Tea as we celebrate our 55+ Social Community Club and take the opportunity to wish each other happy holidays.
The afternoon will feature warm drinks, delicious treats, music, and social Christmas games, creating a joyful and welcoming atmosphere.
If you would like to get involved in preparing this special afternoon, please let Olena know. Whether you’d like to contribute baked goods such as scones, offer advice, or even volunteer to lead a Christmas game, your participation would be greatly appreciated.
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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 is Happening in Community? | |
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Skating Rink Now Open at Quai Paquet!
Good news for winter enthusiasts! The skating rink at Quai Paquet in Lévis is now open for the season.
This outdoor rink provides a beautiful spot to enjoy skating while taking in the scenic views of the St. Lawrence River.
For more information about the rink's facilities and updates, visit the Ville de Lévis website. Stay warm and enjoy the winter season!
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The Éducaloi explains how legal aid in Quebec provides low-cost or free legal services based on financial eligibility and legal needs.
Covered services include family law (e.g., child custody), housing issues, criminal defense, and health-related legal matters. It also outlines the process for applying, the possibility to contest refusals, and examples of services not covered, such as defamation suits.
To learn more or find a nearby legal aid office, visit the full guide here.
Source: Educaloi - Legal Information in English.
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Stay Safe from Holiday Scams!
The holiday season is a time for giving, celebration, and joy, but it's also a time when scams can increase.
Our partner, Jeffery Hale, recently shared valuable information about staying vigilant during the holidays, and we wanted to pass it along to help you stay safe.
From charity fraud to online shopping scams, the risks are real, but with the right knowledge, you can protect yourself. Learn here about the Top 12 Scams of the Holidays and what steps to take if you fall victim.
Stay informed and enjoy a safe and happy holiday season!
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Communication Preferences | |
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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.
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Important Phone Numbers and Websites
Health and Social Services
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Click here for a list of CLSC's in the area, their addresses, and phone numbers.
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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...
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Click here to find a list of health services in Lévis and surrounding areas.
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Click here to find mental health services in Lévis and surrounding areas.
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Click here to find Maisons de la Famille in Lévis and surrounding areas.
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Click here for English speaking jobs around the area.
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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.
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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
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Other Community Organizations & Our Partners | |
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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/
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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. | | |
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St. Romuald, Québec, G6W 0M6
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