Dear Members,

Happy April! 🌸 As we embrace the arrival of spring, this season serves as a beautiful reminder of new beginnings, growth, and the opportunity to leave behind what no longer serves us. May the April showers bring nourishing rain to your gardens and fill your homes with vibrant blooms.

April is a month that highlights several important causes, starting with National Caregiver Day. Caregivers play a vital role in our society. They heal, support, and selflessly give their time to those in need. Let us not forget that caregivers, too, need support and should reach out when they need help. Their well-being is just as important as the care they provide. 🌱

April also marks World Health Day, and this year’s theme is Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures. We encourage you to explore this campaign and learn more about fostering health and well-being for all. 🌍

Additionally, Parkinson’s Awareness Month is here. Let’s come together to raise awareness and hope for a future where individuals living with Parkinson’s have the support and resources they need to thrive. 💙

This month, we are also celebrating Canadian Children’s Book Week, with the theme "Your Story Matters." At SSEN, we wholeheartedly believe that everyone’s story is important, and we encourage you to share yours. 📚

Lastly, April brings Earth Day — a reminder to care for and protect the beautiful planet we all share. Let’s work together to preserve the environment for future generations. 🌍💚

We also want to take a moment to wish you all a Happy Easter! 🐣 May this season bring you peace, joy, and renewal.

Warm regards,

SSEN

Blooming Bunnies Reading Session

Theme: Easter

Date: Monday, April 7, 2025.

Time: 9:30am to 11:00am.

Location: St. Nicolas Community Center: 550 Rue de la Sorbonne, Levis

Mindful Melody Movers Workshop

SSEN presents its brand new Workshop for kids aged 3-6.

-Movements

-Emotional Regulation

-Meditation

-Musical Awareness

Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025

Time: 10:0 AM to 10:45 AM

Location: Kinervie: 1434 Rue du Bourgeonne, Lévis QC, G7A 2K6

Spots are limited and registration is required! Only one parent from each family is authorized to attend.

Outdoor Explorers

Theme: Nature Walk with Sensory Exploration

Date: Monday, April 14, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Location: Parc Valero: Rue de la Pascaline, Lévis, QC G6V 7M5

Community Creativity Corner

Rock Painting

Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: Maison de la famille Chute Chaudiere: 730-130 Ave Taniata, Levis, G6Z 2C5

2025 Sugar Shack Party

We can't wait to see all our members who registered for the 2025 Sugar Shack Party.

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM for dinner but activities start at 4:30 PM and end at 10:00 PM

Location: Érablière du Cap at 1925 Chem. Lambert, Lévis, QC G7A 2N4, Canada

Community Book Club

Date: April 29, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: Café Le Torrefacteur, 2653 Route Lagueux, Local 3, Lévis, G6J 1B6

If you'sdlike to become a Book Club member, please contact projectlevis@mcdc.info

Procreate Workshop

A workshop given to the youth by a teen in the community

Date: April 23, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: Maison de Quartier: 31 Rue Lamartine, Lévis G6V 6L4

Places are limited and registration is required!

Cooking Workshop with New Liverpool Elementary School

This month, we will be working with grade 3 and 4 and making different yummy recipes.

If there are parents or seniors who would like to volunteer during the workshop, please contact Moumy@mcdc.info for more details.

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!

Right to Vote: 4 Rules to Know

Canadians will be called to vote on April 28th to choose their next government. A federal election is an opportunity for all Canadians to exercise their right to vote. Are you eligible to vote? And do you know the basic rules to follow when when casting your ballot?

Source: Educaloi - Legal Information in English.

Stress Awareness Month 2025

April marks Stress Awareness Month 2025, a time for you to take charge of your wellbeing and discover effective ways to manage stress. This year’s theme, #LeadWithLove, empowers you to approach ourselves and others with kindness, compassion, and acceptance, no matter the challenges we face.

Sources: Stress Management Society from distress to de-stress

CAREGIVER WORKSHOPS

What Is ACT?

Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) helps us live more mindfully and identify what we truly value,

so that we can move toward a richer and more meaningful life. 

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ACT invites us to be:‍

- open‍‍

‍- centred

‍- engaged

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‍We learn to be open to our full range of feelings and thoughts.

We center ourselves in the here and now and have a flexible sense of self.

We engage in life by identifying our values and taking actions toward them.

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ACT is about supporting people in moving beyond suffering, to fully engage with meaningful and committed living.

Learn more about ACT and the extensive evidence of its effectiveness here.

Source: ACT For Caregivers