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Hunger: Food is not a universal right, but Hamilton has a safety net
By Jon Wells A universal right to food does not exist in Canada, not like health care. But in practice, the emergency food system in Hamilton is ubiquitous and resourceful enough that it has elements of universality. Hamilton Out of the Cold volunteers ask no questions, other than your first name, in order to keep …
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Hungry: Feeding the kids in Hamilton
By Jon Wells In a perfect world, parents with means would ensure their kids have a healthy breakfast. In the actual world, it doesn’t happen, not often enough. Five-year-old Matteo ate Froot Loops at home for breakfast before school. Better than nothing, but not the healthiest of cereals. There’s a reason they spell it “Froot.” …
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Holiday Hours 2014
Please note that the SPRC office will be closed for the holidays from Monday, December 22, 2014 and re-opening to normal hours on Monday, January 5, 2015. Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!
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Ms. Claus 2nd Annual Christmas Dinner
Supporting Our Sisters Advisory Committee and the Women’s Housing Planning Collaborative present MS. CLAUS’ 2nd ANNUALCHRISTMAS DINNER Women and women with children are cordially invited to join us for a FREE dinner feast. December 25, 201412:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Jet Banquet Hall746 Barton Street East, Hamilton Registration is required. To register, call (905) 522-9922, Ext. …
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Bus tour opens doors for community engagement ahead of Health Campus opening
By Sean Meister “Why have a meeting when you can have a party?” David Derbyshire, community developer with the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton (SPRC), smiles widely as he explains the reasoning behind using a party and social events to truly spark community development. “When it’s something like a block party, residents on …
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Feast for the United Way Update
On Tuesday, November 25, 2014, the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton hosted its 13th Annual Fundraiser in support of the United Way. There was live music, excellent food, silent auction and raffle, and the newly appointed CEO of the United Way of Burlington and Greater Hamilton, Jeff Vallentin spoke to supporters of the …
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