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MEDIA RELEASE: First Ontario Credit Union Invests in Local Student Nutrition Programs in Hamilton
FirstOntario Credit Union has donated $20,000.00 to Tastebuds, Hamilton’s Student Nutrition Collaborative. This food funding received will allow the Hamilton Tastebuds Student Nutrition Collaborative to scale up operations of local student nutrition initiatives and will be used exclusively to support the purchase of whole fresh fruits and vegetables in schools and to support virtual learners. …
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More support needed to address women’s homelessness in Hamilton
Despite an increase in funding, the crisis continues, a new report shows Supporting Our Sisters saved Tamara Hinds’ life. Without her son and help from the wraparound program for women experiencing homelessness, the 47-year-old said she “wouldn’t be here” today. “Literally — not just homeless,” she told a Spectator editorial board meeting Monday. Hinds, who …
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Making Ontario safer for kids and teens
Increase in age of protection is just one step in extending services to more young people, says Rocco Gizzarelli When does a child become an adult? As anyone who has experience with teenagers will know, 16- and 17-year-olds are in transition, often exhibiting maturity and independence, but not yet ready for the demands and expectations …
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Basic Income Town Hall
Did you know a basic income is coming to Hamilton? Or that 1,000 Hamilton residents will be participating in a basic income pilot project? Want to learn more about a basic income? Or find out if you’re eligible for the 3-year pilot? Join us! Monday, May 29 7:00 – 9:00 pm Hamilton Public Library – …
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The Blessing of Co-Existence
Interfaith Prayer Service In response to recent expressions of violence within the Hamilton community, particularly of anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, Hamilton Faith Communities in Action (HFCA) recognizes the importance of strengthening our community in hopeful collaboration and prayer. To this end, HFCA extends a warm invitation for you to join in “The Blessing of Co-Existence”, an …
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Hamilton land trust to secure first property for affordable housing
By Molly Hayes The Hamilton Community Land Trust is on track to get its first piece of property thanks to a gift from the city. The city acquired the land at 278 Wilson St. in the Lansdale neighbourhood after a home on the property was destroyed in a fire more than 15 years ago. It …
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