Diabetes Canada is resuming their drop box and their free household pickup service.
Diabetes Canada is a non-profit organization that provides funding for diabetes research, education, and D-camps for children.
These donation bins are one of the main contributors to these programs. These bins also help reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills.
You can drop off your gently used clothing and soft textiles at several drop box locations in our area,
If you have household goods please call 1-800-505-5525 for your free at home pick up.
For a complete list of acceptable items please visit their website at declutterdiabetes.ca
Corner Of Portage Avenue and First Street East, At The Corner Of Sixth Street and Portage Avenue, Canadian Tire Parking Lot
The Voyageur Lions Club continues to collect aluminium cans in their recycling bins here in Fort Frances.
These cans are then turned in to raise money to give back to various local causes in our community.
One of the bins is located at the corner of Portage Avenue and First Street East.
A second bin is located at the corner of Sixth Street and Portage Avenue.
A third bin is located in the west end of the parking lot at Canadian Tire.
You can drop off your cans for a good cause all year round.
Canadian Mental Health Assocation Fort Frances, in partnership with Ontario Provincial Police and Treaty Three Police Services, will be supporting the first Safe Beds Program in the Rainy River District.
This new program for residents of Rainy River District offers support for individuals who are in immediate contact with the police, experiencing a mental health and/or addictions crisis and are unable to remain in their current living situation
The program provides temporary housing and a safe environment where a person can manage their mental health crisis with the support of trained CMHA experts and other community partners.
Learn more at fortfrances.cmha.ca
The Seniors Companion Project is looking for volunteers for their "Friendly Phone Call" program.
Take a little time out of your week to make a connection with a local senior andalso to create a bond with someone new for yourself!
Further details can be found through the project's webpage
Training and full support are provided.
Call 807- 271-6370, or e-mail seniorsproject@fortfrances.ca for more information
Seniors looking to receive friendly calls can use the same phone number to sign up!
Best for Kitty is in need of foster homes to provide a safe and loving environment for kittens and cats, while they wait for their forever homes.
Full support and supplies are provided.
For more information about what’s involved, or to volunteer, e-mail bestforkitty@gmail.com
You can also visit their Facebook page for further details.
Rainycrest Long Term Care, Smith Avenue, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
The Rainycrest Tuck Shop is currently accepting donations.
They are looking for items such as...
personal care items
wall and door décor
mens and ladies slippers
socks
hats,
gift items and knick knacks
The Tuck Shop is open to residents, family, staff and visitors.
Proceeds from the shop go to the Rainycrest Auxiliary, which enhances the home for residents.
Donations can be dropped inside the main entrance of Rainycrest, labelled...
ATTN: Gary Tuck Shop - 807- 274-9559
Grand Council Treaty #3 and the Territorial Planning Unit, in partnership with Treaty #3 Communities and Knowledge Keepers is pleased to announce the official launch of the Treaty #3 Manito Aki Inakonigewin Toolkit.
The Manito Aki Inakonigewin Toolkit was mandated by the Treaty #3 Chiefs in Assembly through resolutions CA-19-26, to educate everyone on the significance and process of Manito Aki Inakonigewin. This document continues the work and commitment of the Anishinaabe Nation in Treaty #3 to the protection, preservation and respect for Mother Earth and all relations.
Find more details and a link to the Tookit itself here
Fort Frances Volunteer Bureau, 4th Street West, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
The Fort Frances Volunteer Bureau is looking for new members.
Pick up an application from 11am to 3pm daily at 140 4th Street West
Please call 807-274-9555 or e-mail fortfrancesvb@gmail.com for more details.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29, Church Street, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
The Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch 29 is always on the lookout for new members.
Please call 807-271-4024 for more information or visit their Facebook page
Canadian Mental Health Association, Portage Avenue, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
Do you have mild to moderate anxiety or depression?
The Fort Frances Family Health Team and Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances Branch have started something new.
The Remote Care Monitoring Program uses the Seamless MD App to help individual track their progress and promote recovery.
Contact CMHA for more information at 807-274-2347 ext 257.
Vist the Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances website and Facebook page for additional details.
Evangelical Covenant Church, 1st Ave E, International Falls, MN, USA
ElderCircle Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is hosting the nationally-recognized Stay Active & Independent for Life (SAIL) program at several locations in Minnesota, including International Falls.
This low-impact exercise program is designed specifically for older adults to help build muscle improve balance, increase flexibility and enhance overall health.
These twice-weekly, 90-minute sessions also offer tips for healthy and active aging.
SAIL is free and open to older adults of all ages.
Attend in person locally at The Evangelical Covenant Church in International Falls on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am until 11:30am.
Also participate online via Zoom Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30am until 12pm or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am until 10:30am.
Call 218-999-9233x279 or email audrah@eldercircle.org for more information.
A local Stroke Survivors Group is being organized.
The hope is that this will develope into a monthy meeting and outlet for stroke survivors and their caregivers.
It's a chance to get together to talk, go for coffee, have a good time and make friends with other people that understand what you're going through on your post stroke recovery journey.
The plan is to meet up on the second Wednesday of every month.
Fro more information contact...
Nathan: 807-271-6262 - ngalusha75@gmail.com
or
Shelly: 807-2761319 - stuesday@hotmail.com
Here are some local resources to help combat human trafficking in our region.
If you see something say something!
If you need help reach out.
The UNFC have a produced a three part podcast about Human Trafficking that you can access and listen to here
Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre, Scott Street, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
The Rainy River District Right Relations Circle meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre at 10am.
This community group is committed to improving settler-Indigenous relations in the Rainy River District (Treaty 3 territory) through education, outreach, sharing, and advocacy on issues of reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion.
EVERYONE WELCOME.
Visit the their Facebook page for more details
The Voyageur Lions Club are always looking for new members!
Be part of planning and facilitating fundraiser efforts like the Polar Plunge, collect aluminium can in their recycling program and so much more!
Our local Lions help those in need.
They raise and distribute money all year round for worthy causes here at home and around the region.
To learn more call 807-276-1334 or vist the Lions Clubs and District 5M10 websites.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29, Church Street, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
The Fort Frances Royal Canadian Legion is hosting "Burgers And Brews"
Every Friday Night from 5pm until 7pm.
Only $10 Bucks!
Get yoiur tickets for the Meat Draw as well!
Find more details through the Legion's Facebook page
Seven Generations Education Institute, Idylwild Drive, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
Have you ever been interested in drumming and wanted to have a chance to try it out?
Seven Generations Education Institute hosts Drumming Nights every other Wednesday from 6pm to 8:30 pm at their Fort Frances Campus.
Practice drumming and singing alongside experienced local drummers.
All experience levels are welcome.
Children are aso invited to dance in their regalia alongside the drum.
Find more information here